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Irish News on Fri, Mar 23 2018, 2,922 days ago
New Bill Aims To Strength Protection For Tenants
A new Bill is to be introduced in the Dáil by Fianna Fáil Housing Spokesperson Barry Cowen, which is aimed at strengthening protection for tenants.
A new Bill is to be introduced in the Dáil by Fianna Fáil Housing Spokesperson Barry Cowen, which is aimed at strengthening protection for tenants.
More Than €11m Funding Announced For UN Humanitarian Affairs
Funding of €2.9 million has been announced for the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) by the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Coveney, and Minister of State for the Diaspora and International Development, Mr. Ciarán Cannon.
Funding of €2.9 million has been announced for the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) by the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Coveney, and Minister of State for the Diaspora and International Development, Mr. Ciarán Cannon.
Irish News on Thu, Mar 23 2017, 3,287 days ago
Irish Person Injured In Westminster Terror Attack
An Irish person was among those injured in the Westminster terror attack, the Prime Minister has confirmed. Three people were killed and dozens have been injured following the attack on Westminster Bridge on Wednesday, 22 March. A police officer was fatally stabbed at the Houses of Parliament.
An Irish person was among those injured in the Westminster terror attack, the Prime Minister has confirmed. Three people were killed and dozens have been injured following the attack on Westminster Bridge on Wednesday, 22 March. A police officer was fatally stabbed at the Houses of Parliament.
Thousands Of Drivers To Get Penalties Overturned
Thousands of drivers will get their penalties overturned following a serious mistake by An Garda Síochana. Between 2006 and 2016, there were 147,000 offences where a court summons was issued instead of a fine.
Thousands of drivers will get their penalties overturned following a serious mistake by An Garda Síochana. Between 2006 and 2016, there were 147,000 offences where a court summons was issued instead of a fine.
Minister Called To Re-Consider Opening Rush Garda Station
Fianna Fáil is calling on the Minister for Justice to consider re-opening Rush Garda Station. Senator and Seanad Spokesperson for Justice Clifford-Lee said: "Rush is a large and growing urban area with a surrounding rural hinterland.
Fianna Fáil is calling on the Minister for Justice to consider re-opening Rush Garda Station. Senator and Seanad Spokesperson for Justice Clifford-Lee said: "Rush is a large and growing urban area with a surrounding rural hinterland.
Irish News on Wed, Mar 23 2016, 3,652 days ago
NBRU 'Determined' To Progress With Pay Claim For CIÉ Workers
The National Bus and Railworkers' Union (NBRU) has said that it is "determined to progress pay claims for transport workers within CIÉ in line with industry norms".
The National Bus and Railworkers' Union (NBRU) has said that it is "determined to progress pay claims for transport workers within CIÉ in line with industry norms".
Ireland Stands With The People Of Belgium - Flanagan
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan, has issued a further statement on the terrorist attacks in Brussels following a cabinet meeting. "This morning the Dáil observed a minute's silence in response to this horrific terrorist attack.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan, has issued a further statement on the terrorist attacks in Brussels following a cabinet meeting. "This morning the Dáil observed a minute's silence in response to this horrific terrorist attack.
Farmers And Landowners Warned Against Illegal Burning Of Land
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has renewed its warning to farmers and other landowners that the burning of land is unlawful between 01 March and 31 August under current legislation.
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has renewed its warning to farmers and other landowners that the burning of land is unlawful between 01 March and 31 August under current legislation.
Labour Party 'Will Not Be Involved In The New Govt'
The Labour Party will not be involved in the formation of Ireland's next government, the party has announced in a statement.
The Labour Party will not be involved in the formation of Ireland's next government, the party has announced in a statement.
UK Corporation Tax Cuts 'Potentially Major Threat To Ireland's Economy' - FF
Corporation tax cuts announced by the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer have been described as a "potentially major threat to Ireland's economy". Fianna Fáil Finance spokesperson Michael McGrath said that this announced cut, bringing the UK rate to 17%, is "ever closer" to Ireland's 12.5%.
Corporation tax cuts announced by the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer have been described as a "potentially major threat to Ireland's economy". Fianna Fáil Finance spokesperson Michael McGrath said that this announced cut, bringing the UK rate to 17%, is "ever closer" to Ireland's 12.5%.
Tenants Must Be Protected From 'Vulture Funds And Unbridled Greed' - SF
The future government has been urged to act to protect the rights of tenants from "vulture funds and unbridled greed", by Sinn Féin housing spokesperson Dessie Ellis. Deputy Ellis made his comments as part of a Dáil debate on housing and homelessness.
The future government has been urged to act to protect the rights of tenants from "vulture funds and unbridled greed", by Sinn Féin housing spokesperson Dessie Ellis. Deputy Ellis made his comments as part of a Dáil debate on housing and homelessness.
Two Women Charged Following Garda Operation In Waterford And Wexford
Two women have been charged following a large-scale Garda operation in Waterford and Wexford yesterday, 22 March. More than 80 garda officers, supported by various other authorities, carried out a number of searches as part of an intelligence-led operation targeting organised criminal gangs.
Two women have been charged following a large-scale Garda operation in Waterford and Wexford yesterday, 22 March. More than 80 garda officers, supported by various other authorities, carried out a number of searches as part of an intelligence-led operation targeting organised criminal gangs.
Easter Bank Holiday Weekend Seatbelt Appeal Launched
A total of 17 people have been killed and 47 injured in road accidents over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend in the last six years, according to new figures release by the Road Safety Authority (RSA).
A total of 17 people have been killed and 47 injured in road accidents over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend in the last six years, according to new figures release by the Road Safety Authority (RSA).
Men Charged Over Armed Robbery in Lucan
Two men are to appear before the Criminal Courts of Justice in Dublin charged in connection with an armed robbery in Lucan on Monday, 21 March. The men, aged in their late 20s and early 30s, were arrested on Tuesday following the robbery outside a supermarket at about 2pm in Balgaddy, Lucan.
Two men are to appear before the Criminal Courts of Justice in Dublin charged in connection with an armed robbery in Lucan on Monday, 21 March. The men, aged in their late 20s and early 30s, were arrested on Tuesday following the robbery outside a supermarket at about 2pm in Balgaddy, Lucan.
Irish News on Mon, Mar 23 2015, 4,018 days ago
Man Arrested Over Three Car Pile-Up
Gardaí in Co Monaghan have appealed for witnesses to a three car collision involving a garda patrol car on the N2 near Moyles at about 23:30 on Saturday night.
Gardaí in Co Monaghan have appealed for witnesses to a three car collision involving a garda patrol car on the N2 near Moyles at about 23:30 on Saturday night.
Man Dies In Co Meath Road Accident
Gardaí in Co Meath have reported the death of a 25-year-old man in a road accident in the early hours of Monday morning. The man died in hospital following a single-vehicle collision at about 12:30am at Dunheeda, on the main Kingscourt to Drumconrath road.
Gardaí in Co Meath have reported the death of a 25-year-old man in a road accident in the early hours of Monday morning. The man died in hospital following a single-vehicle collision at about 12:30am at Dunheeda, on the main Kingscourt to Drumconrath road.
Data Protection Firm To Establish New HQs In Galway
Sixty jobs are to be created in Galway with the establishment of new European headquarters of data protection services company, IDT911. The company provides identity management, fraud monitoring and cyber security services, and will create the new jobs over the next five years.
Sixty jobs are to be created in Galway with the establishment of new European headquarters of data protection services company, IDT911. The company provides identity management, fraud monitoring and cyber security services, and will create the new jobs over the next five years.
Tens Of Thousands Join Anti-Water Charge Protest
Campaign group Right2Water have lead an anti-water charge protest in Dublin. Right2Water, a coalition of community groups, political parties and trade unions, claim that up to 80,000 people joined Saturday's protest. Other reports put the number of attendees between 30,000 and 40,000.
Campaign group Right2Water have lead an anti-water charge protest in Dublin. Right2Water, a coalition of community groups, political parties and trade unions, claim that up to 80,000 people joined Saturday's protest. Other reports put the number of attendees between 30,000 and 40,000.
Body Confirmed As Missing Co Louth Teenager
Gardaí in Co Louth have confirmed that a body found on Sunday morning is of missing Carlingford teenager, Declan Hulme. The 15-year-old was reported missing from his home at Clos na Manach on the morning of Friday 20 March.
Gardaí in Co Louth have confirmed that a body found on Sunday morning is of missing Carlingford teenager, Declan Hulme. The 15-year-old was reported missing from his home at Clos na Manach on the morning of Friday 20 March.
Sinn Féin Accuse HSE Of 'Cronyism'
Sinn Féin has accused the Health Service Executive (HSE) of cronyism and creating "jobs for the boys".
Sinn Féin has accused the Health Service Executive (HSE) of cronyism and creating "jobs for the boys".
Fianna Fáil Renew Call For Cross Border Commission Of Inquiry
Fianna Fáil has renewed its call for a Commission of Inquiry into allegations of abuse not dealt with by the respective justice systems on both sides of the border.
Fianna Fáil has renewed its call for a Commission of Inquiry into allegations of abuse not dealt with by the respective justice systems on both sides of the border.
Irish News on Fri, Mar 23 2012, 5,113 days ago
Two Arrested In Connection With Ciaran O'Connell Murder
A gardai investigation into the killing of Ciaran O’Connell has led to the arrest of two men, both in their early twenties. O’Connell died on Wednesday after being assaulted at a St Patrick’s Day party on Sunday night.
A gardai investigation into the killing of Ciaran O’Connell has led to the arrest of two men, both in their early twenties. O’Connell died on Wednesday after being assaulted at a St Patrick’s Day party on Sunday night.
Mixture Of Drugs Found In Musicians Body After Crash
An inquest heard yesterday how 51-year-old Shawn Scott Jones was intoxicated on cocaine, cannabis and alcohol when he narrowly missed a pedestrian before fatally crashing his car into a wall.
An inquest heard yesterday how 51-year-old Shawn Scott Jones was intoxicated on cocaine, cannabis and alcohol when he narrowly missed a pedestrian before fatally crashing his car into a wall.
Mahon Tribunal Recommends New Financial Restrictions
The Mahon tribunal has recommended that courts should be allowed to ban members of the Oireachtas who are convicted of bribery from holding public office and to remove their pension rights.
The Mahon tribunal has recommended that courts should be allowed to ban members of the Oireachtas who are convicted of bribery from holding public office and to remove their pension rights.
Conciliation Services Invite Accepted By Vita Cortex Workers
Vita Cortex workers in Cork have accepted an invitation from the Director of Conciliation Services at the Labour Relations Commission to meet in the dispute over redundancy payments.
Vita Cortex workers in Cork have accepted an invitation from the Director of Conciliation Services at the Labour Relations Commission to meet in the dispute over redundancy payments.
Australian Firms Hopes To Recruit Irish Bus Drivers
Ventura Bus Company, operator of the bus service for one of Australia’s largest cities, is to offer Irish bus drivers the opportunity to move and work for them.
Ventura Bus Company, operator of the bus service for one of Australia’s largest cities, is to offer Irish bus drivers the opportunity to move and work for them.
Report Declares "Endemic Corrution" In Irish Politics
The final report published yesterday from the Mahon Tribunal declared that corruption affected every level of government from cabinet ministers to local councillors during two decades of political dominance by Fianna Fáil. The report accused former taoiseach Bertie Ahern of untruthfulness.
The final report published yesterday from the Mahon Tribunal declared that corruption affected every level of government from cabinet ministers to local councillors during two decades of political dominance by Fianna Fáil. The report accused former taoiseach Bertie Ahern of untruthfulness.
Man Who 'Saw Red' Jailed For Five Years
A "a fit of temper and thirst for vengeance" that drove a father-to-be to deliberately knock a cyclist off his bicycle and then drive over him has been sentenced to five years in jail.
A "a fit of temper and thirst for vengeance" that drove a father-to-be to deliberately knock a cyclist off his bicycle and then drive over him has been sentenced to five years in jail.
Man Dies In Venezuelan Hotel Room
An as yet unnamed man has died in a Venezuelan hotel room when the cocaine filled condoms he was carrying in his stomach burst. It is believed the man in his early 30’s had links to a Co Sligo-based crime family.
An as yet unnamed man has died in a Venezuelan hotel room when the cocaine filled condoms he was carrying in his stomach burst. It is believed the man in his early 30’s had links to a Co Sligo-based crime family.
Ivan Yates To Leave Newstalk
Newstalk presenter, Ivan Yates, is planning to leave the breakfast radio show in order to concentrate on sorting out his personal finances.
Newstalk presenter, Ivan Yates, is planning to leave the breakfast radio show in order to concentrate on sorting out his personal finances.
Irish News on Wed, Mar 23 2011, 5,479 days ago
Government To Prioritise Seanad Referendum
The Government has said it will prioritise a referendum on the abolition of the Seanad. In the Dáil, Taoiseach Enda Kenny said his department will begin working on it immediately. However he added that drawing up the bill to do away with the Seanad would not be a simple task.
The Government has said it will prioritise a referendum on the abolition of the Seanad. In the Dáil, Taoiseach Enda Kenny said his department will begin working on it immediately. However he added that drawing up the bill to do away with the Seanad would not be a simple task.
Anglo Investigation Nears Completion
The Director of Corporate Enforcement, Mr Paul Appleby, has revealed that he has sent another extensive investigation file to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) regarding certain events at the Anglo Irish Bank.
The Director of Corporate Enforcement, Mr Paul Appleby, has revealed that he has sent another extensive investigation file to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) regarding certain events at the Anglo Irish Bank.
Arrest In Missing Woman Investigation
A 21-year-old woman has been arrested in Co.Mayo in connection with the disappearance of a woman more than ten years ago. Sandra Collins, 29, disappeared from the village of Killala, Co. Mayo, on December 4, 2000.
A 21-year-old woman has been arrested in Co.Mayo in connection with the disappearance of a woman more than ten years ago. Sandra Collins, 29, disappeared from the village of Killala, Co. Mayo, on December 4, 2000.
Lowry Dismisses Moriarty Report Claims
Tipperary North TD Michael Lowry has dismissed recent claims made in the Moriarty Report. He described the claim that he sped up or shortened the licence process during the awarding of a licence to Esat Digifone as “absolute and total nonsense.
Tipperary North TD Michael Lowry has dismissed recent claims made in the Moriarty Report. He described the claim that he sped up or shortened the licence process during the awarding of a licence to Esat Digifone as “absolute and total nonsense.
Irish News on Tue, Mar 23 2010, 5,844 days ago
Reshuffle Results Announced Today
Taoiseach Brian Cowen is expected to announces the details of the awaited limited reshuffle in the Dáil this afternoon. The Government is currently operating with two vacancies, created by the resignations of Willie O’Dea and Martin Cullen.
Taoiseach Brian Cowen is expected to announces the details of the awaited limited reshuffle in the Dáil this afternoon. The Government is currently operating with two vacancies, created by the resignations of Willie O’Dea and Martin Cullen.
Four Arrested Over Waterford 'Serious' Assault
Four people are being held in Waterford after what has been described as a "serious assault" in the town leaving one man in his 20s in a critical condition. Gardai said they have launched an investigation into the assault, which occurred at the Peoples Park, Waterford at approximately 11.
Four people are being held in Waterford after what has been described as a "serious assault" in the town leaving one man in his 20s in a critical condition. Gardai said they have launched an investigation into the assault, which occurred at the Peoples Park, Waterford at approximately 11.
Striking Passport Staff Face Pay Threat
The Department of Foreign Affairs is threatening employees at the Passport Office with non-payment of their wages if they refuse to operate public counters today.
The Department of Foreign Affairs is threatening employees at the Passport Office with non-payment of their wages if they refuse to operate public counters today.
Firebrand Paisley Bows-Out Of Commons
Unionist stalwart Ian Paisley made his farewell speech in the UK House of Commons yesterday, and marked the occasion by praising the "loving and caring" people of the North.
Unionist stalwart Ian Paisley made his farewell speech in the UK House of Commons yesterday, and marked the occasion by praising the "loving and caring" people of the North.
McAleese Begins Official Visit To Turkey
President McAleese is due to meet the President and Prime Minister of Turkey as part of an official state visit during a period of constitutional turmoil. The Irish President's visit comes as the predominantly muslim country undergoes major upheaval over its constitutional arrangements.
President McAleese is due to meet the President and Prime Minister of Turkey as part of an official state visit during a period of constitutional turmoil. The Irish President's visit comes as the predominantly muslim country undergoes major upheaval over its constitutional arrangements.
Dublin's Metro Funding Boosted
There's to be a significant European contribution to a huge Dublin infrastructure project. The European Investment Bank (EIB) has agreed in principle to pay up to €500m to the Dublin Metro project.
There's to be a significant European contribution to a huge Dublin infrastructure project. The European Investment Bank (EIB) has agreed in principle to pay up to €500m to the Dublin Metro project.
UTV Reports Falling Profits
The Northern TV company that has significant broadcast and revenue overlap into the Irish Republic is fighting the recession. Despite intense cost-cutting - with several programmes and staff dropped - the Belfast-based media company Ulster Television (UTV) has reported a £2.
The Northern TV company that has significant broadcast and revenue overlap into the Irish Republic is fighting the recession. Despite intense cost-cutting - with several programmes and staff dropped - the Belfast-based media company Ulster Television (UTV) has reported a £2.
Irish News on Mon, Mar 23 2009, 6,209 days ago
Appeal Launched Over St Patrick's Day Murder
Gardai at Terenure investigating the murder of Liam Murray are appealing to the public for information. Liam of of Rockbrook Cottages, Rathfarnham, Dublin, was found some days after his death in his bed. He had been shot in the head and chest.
Gardai at Terenure investigating the murder of Liam Murray are appealing to the public for information. Liam of of Rockbrook Cottages, Rathfarnham, Dublin, was found some days after his death in his bed. He had been shot in the head and chest.
Dublin Man Jailed For Hit and Run
A Dublin man has been jailed for seven years after killing a 20-year-old English student in a hit-and-run three years ago.
A Dublin man has been jailed for seven years after killing a 20-year-old English student in a hit-and-run three years ago.
Historical Victors Return To Thousands Of Supporters
The historic 'Grand Slam' win by the Irish national Rugby team has seen thousands of supporters take to Dublin's streets to welcome home the players.
The historic 'Grand Slam' win by the Irish national Rugby team has seen thousands of supporters take to Dublin's streets to welcome home the players.
Mayo General Is Ireland's Worst Hospital
Mayo General Hospital has emerged as the worst hospital in Ireland, according to a new league table published today. The news comes after the Health Service Executive for the first time published detailed performance figures of 29 of its acute public hospitals around the country on Monday.
Mayo General Hospital has emerged as the worst hospital in Ireland, according to a new league table published today. The news comes after the Health Service Executive for the first time published detailed performance figures of 29 of its acute public hospitals around the country on Monday.
Roads Closed After Pile-Up In Meath
A road in Co Meath has become the scene of a multiple vehicle pile up after a lorry collided with a number of cars. Gardaí said the brakes on the lorry failed and it crashed in to several vehicles on the main road in to Slane at 9.45am.
A road in Co Meath has become the scene of a multiple vehicle pile up after a lorry collided with a number of cars. Gardaí said the brakes on the lorry failed and it crashed in to several vehicles on the main road in to Slane at 9.45am.
Airports Disrupted By Strike action
A day of severe disruption is expected at Dublin, Cork and Shannon airports if the national day of action planned for a week from today goes ahead. Union umbrella group ICTU have organised a national strike for 30 March, targeting employers and the Government.
A day of severe disruption is expected at Dublin, Cork and Shannon airports if the national day of action planned for a week from today goes ahead. Union umbrella group ICTU have organised a national strike for 30 March, targeting employers and the Government.
Witnesses For Tallaght Shooting Sought
A call for witnesses to the fatal shooting of a man in Tallaght has been launched by Gardaí.
A call for witnesses to the fatal shooting of a man in Tallaght has been launched by Gardaí.
Man To Appear In Court On Ammunition Charge
A 20-year-old man will appear at Dublin District Court Number on Monday, over handgun and ammunition charges. Gardai from Sundrive Road arrested three men at approximately 2.30am on Saturday morning following the recovery of a Glock pistol and ammunition on Crumlin Road, Dublin 12.
A 20-year-old man will appear at Dublin District Court Number on Monday, over handgun and ammunition charges. Gardai from Sundrive Road arrested three men at approximately 2.30am on Saturday morning following the recovery of a Glock pistol and ammunition on Crumlin Road, Dublin 12.
Work Progress On Clare Station
Iarnród Éireann has announced further works at the site of the new Sixmilebridge train station. Works will be carried out on the R471 at Atterbury Railway bridge, and disruption to road users is expected.
Iarnród Éireann has announced further works at the site of the new Sixmilebridge train station. Works will be carried out on the R471 at Atterbury Railway bridge, and disruption to road users is expected.
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Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.