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Irish News on Tue, Jun 12 2018, 2,922 days ago
Dublin Households Could Lose Part Of Their Properties In New Transport Plan
Fine Gael have raised concerns over the issue of around 1,300 homeowners across Dublin that could face losing part of their properties to a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) as part of the new Core Bus Corridors routes.
Fine Gael have raised concerns over the issue of around 1,300 homeowners across Dublin that could face losing part of their properties to a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) as part of the new Core Bus Corridors routes.
Irish News on Mon, Jun 12 2017, 3,287 days ago
Housing Minister To Break Key Action Plan Commitment
Sinn Féin has warned that the Minister for Housing, Simon Coveney, looks set to break a key action plan commitment that pledged to end the use of emergency hotel accommodation for homeless families.
Sinn Féin has warned that the Minister for Housing, Simon Coveney, looks set to break a key action plan commitment that pledged to end the use of emergency hotel accommodation for homeless families.
Irish News on Fri, Jun 12 2015, 4,018 days ago
Sinn Féin Calls For Meter Scheme To Be Scrapped
The Minister for the Environment, Alan Kelly, has been urged to instruct Irish Water to scrap the metering campaign and "use the resources to replace lead pipes".
The Minister for the Environment, Alan Kelly, has been urged to instruct Irish Water to scrap the metering campaign and "use the resources to replace lead pipes".
Five People Rescued After Yacht Runs Aground On Tipperary Shore
Lough Derg RNLI lifeboat rescued five people from a yacht that had run aground off the Tipperary shore.
Lough Derg RNLI lifeboat rescued five people from a yacht that had run aground off the Tipperary shore.
Second Man Dies Following Portmarnock Workplace Accident
Gardaí have reported that a second man has died following a serious workplace accident in Portmarnock, Co Dublin, on Wednesday. Stephen Harris (34), of Monasterboice Road, Crumlin, died this morning in Beaumont Hospital, two days after the accident which also claimed that life of his Alan.
Gardaí have reported that a second man has died following a serious workplace accident in Portmarnock, Co Dublin, on Wednesday. Stephen Harris (34), of Monasterboice Road, Crumlin, died this morning in Beaumont Hospital, two days after the accident which also claimed that life of his Alan.
Govt Vote Down Moore Street Proposals
Plans to redevelop the Moore Street area in Dublin city centre and designate it as a historical quarter have been voted down by Fine Gael and Labour.
Plans to redevelop the Moore Street area in Dublin city centre and designate it as a historical quarter have been voted down by Fine Gael and Labour.
No Human Risk From Suspected BSE Outbreak
The is no risk to mans from the suspected case of BSE in Co Louth, Fine Gael TD Peter Fitzpatrick has said.
The is no risk to mans from the suspected case of BSE in Co Louth, Fine Gael TD Peter Fitzpatrick has said.
Drugs And Money Seized In North Inner City
Gardaí have seized drugs and money in a joint operation with Revenue Customs Service in Dublin's north inner city. Authorities uncovered approximately 50 kgs of herbal cannabis, subject to analysis, and an estimated €1m in cash.
Gardaí have seized drugs and money in a joint operation with Revenue Customs Service in Dublin's north inner city. Authorities uncovered approximately 50 kgs of herbal cannabis, subject to analysis, and an estimated €1m in cash.
Man And Woman Killed In Separate Road Accidents
two people have died in separate road accidents in Co Wexford and Co Kilkenny, according to Garda. A female pedestrian died after being hit by a car on the Wexford to Rosslare Road at about 01:30am.
two people have died in separate road accidents in Co Wexford and Co Kilkenny, according to Garda. A female pedestrian died after being hit by a car on the Wexford to Rosslare Road at about 01:30am.
Irish News on Thu, Jun 12 2014, 4,383 days ago
€148m For Ireland In Common Fisheries Policy
Ireland is to receive €148 million from the EU under the Common Fisheries Policy over the next six years, it has been announced.
Ireland is to receive €148 million from the EU under the Common Fisheries Policy over the next six years, it has been announced.
Man Arrested In Connection With Bodies Found On Island
Detectives investigating the discovery of two bodies on an island in Co Meath last month have arrested two men on suspicion of murder. The bodies of Eoin O'Connor and Anthony Keegan were found covered with plastic sheeting on Inchicup Island on Lough Sheelin on 26 May.
Detectives investigating the discovery of two bodies on an island in Co Meath last month have arrested two men on suspicion of murder. The bodies of Eoin O'Connor and Anthony Keegan were found covered with plastic sheeting on Inchicup Island on Lough Sheelin on 26 May.
Another Year Of Growth In Tourism - Varadkar
Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Leo Varadkar has welcomed strong growth in the number of overseas visitors and those coming to Ireland for holiday purposes in the first three months of the year, as revealed in the today’s CSO (Central Statistics Office) figures.
Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Leo Varadkar has welcomed strong growth in the number of overseas visitors and those coming to Ireland for holiday purposes in the first three months of the year, as revealed in the today’s CSO (Central Statistics Office) figures.
Man Arrested In Connection With Dublin Pub Shooting
A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting at a Dublin pub in the early hours of Monday morning. Gardai investigating the incident at the Sallynoggin arrested a man in his 30s on Wednesday evening.
A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting at a Dublin pub in the early hours of Monday morning. Gardai investigating the incident at the Sallynoggin arrested a man in his 30s on Wednesday evening.
New Proposals For Reductions At Bausch + Lomb
A new set of cost reduction proposals are to be presented to Bausch + Lomb employees, following ten days of negotiations between the company's owners and SIPTU and the TEEU. The Co Waterford-based firm had originally been seeking 200 redundancies and up to a 20% pay cut for remaining staff.
A new set of cost reduction proposals are to be presented to Bausch + Lomb employees, following ten days of negotiations between the company's owners and SIPTU and the TEEU. The Co Waterford-based firm had originally been seeking 200 redundancies and up to a 20% pay cut for remaining staff.
Support Needed For Unemployed Not Eligible For Welfare - SF
Minister Joan Burton has been urged to introduce support for unemployed people currently seeking work but who are not eligible for welfare.
Minister Joan Burton has been urged to introduce support for unemployed people currently seeking work but who are not eligible for welfare.
Aer Lingus Strike Action Postponed
Upcoming strike action by Aer Lingus cabin Crew has been called off to allow for consideration of a Labour Court recommendation, which is due to be issued today (12 June).
Upcoming strike action by Aer Lingus cabin Crew has been called off to allow for consideration of a Labour Court recommendation, which is due to be issued today (12 June).
Over Two Hundred Jobs Created In Dublin And Galway
Over two hundred new jobs are to be created by three firms in Galway and Dublin. In Galway, 100 roles will be created by SmartBear, an American firm establishing its new European headquarters in the city.
Over two hundred new jobs are to be created by three firms in Galway and Dublin. In Galway, 100 roles will be created by SmartBear, an American firm establishing its new European headquarters in the city.
DNA Database System Bill To Be Made Law
The passing by the Oireachtas of legislation to establish a new DNA Database System has been welcomed by the Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald.
The passing by the Oireachtas of legislation to establish a new DNA Database System has been welcomed by the Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald.
Irish News on Wed, Jun 12 2013, 4,748 days ago
Agreement Reached On 2013 Abortion Bill
The terms of the new Protection of Life during Pregnancy Bill 2013 have been agreed by the Cabinet. Minister for health James Reilly will publish the legislation tonight (Wednesday). It is understood that negotiations surrounding the Bill were difficult, but "constructive and coherent".
The terms of the new Protection of Life during Pregnancy Bill 2013 have been agreed by the Cabinet. Minister for health James Reilly will publish the legislation tonight (Wednesday). It is understood that negotiations surrounding the Bill were difficult, but "constructive and coherent".
Irish Water MD Confident People Will Pay
Confidence is high that householders will pay the new water charge when metering is fully rolled out, Irish Waters managing director has said. According to RTÉ, John Tierney made the comments while addressing the annual conference of the Environmental Protection Agency in Galway.
Confidence is high that householders will pay the new water charge when metering is fully rolled out, Irish Waters managing director has said. According to RTÉ, John Tierney made the comments while addressing the annual conference of the Environmental Protection Agency in Galway.
Tánaiste To Meet With Alliance Party Leader
Tánaiste and Labour Party leader Eamon Gilmore is to meet with the leader of the Alliance party, David Ford and chief whip, Stewart Dickson. It is understood the meeting hopes to improve links between the Dáil and the Northern Irish assembly.
Tánaiste and Labour Party leader Eamon Gilmore is to meet with the leader of the Alliance party, David Ford and chief whip, Stewart Dickson. It is understood the meeting hopes to improve links between the Dáil and the Northern Irish assembly.
Investment Firm Confirms Purchase Of Xtra-vision Chain
A British investment firm may have saved some 800 jobs by buying struggling DVD rental chain, Xtra-vision. Hilco, who also now own the Irish division of HMV, have confirmed a deal to pull the Xtra-vision out of receivership.
A British investment firm may have saved some 800 jobs by buying struggling DVD rental chain, Xtra-vision. Hilco, who also now own the Irish division of HMV, have confirmed a deal to pull the Xtra-vision out of receivership.
New 'Dirty Protest' Sees Soiled Nappy's Sent To Ministers
Soiled nappies are reportedly being sent to ministers at Lenister House in what is thought to be a 'dirty protest'. According to the Irish Independent, while the packages are addressed directly to ministers they are not reaching the intended recipients.
Soiled nappies are reportedly being sent to ministers at Lenister House in what is thought to be a 'dirty protest'. According to the Irish Independent, while the packages are addressed directly to ministers they are not reaching the intended recipients.
Searches And Arrests Made In Dissident Investigation
Four people have been arrested following searches on a number of properties in an investigation into dissident republican activity, RTÉ have reported. Houses in Drogheda, Navan and Castlebellingham were searched along with a commercial premises in Navan.
Four people have been arrested following searches on a number of properties in an investigation into dissident republican activity, RTÉ have reported. Houses in Drogheda, Navan and Castlebellingham were searched along with a commercial premises in Navan.
55% Increase In Reports Of Domestic Abuse Of Children
Reports of child abuse increased by 55% in 2012, according to domestic abuse charity, Woman's Aid.
Reports of child abuse increased by 55% in 2012, according to domestic abuse charity, Woman's Aid.
Six ISPs Ordered To Block Access To File-Sharing Site
A court order now requires six internet service providers (ISPs) in to block access to Pirate Bay, a file-sharing website reportedly used by some 200,000 people in Ireland.
A court order now requires six internet service providers (ISPs) in to block access to Pirate Bay, a file-sharing website reportedly used by some 200,000 people in Ireland.
Irish News on Tue, Jun 12 2012, 5,113 days ago
Controversial Reports Finds Thousands Would Be Better Off On Benefits
Thousands of families would be better off on the dole than working, according to a controversial report by a State-funded think tank.
Thousands of families would be better off on the dole than working, according to a controversial report by a State-funded think tank.
Figures Show Hospital Disruption Of 'Delayed Discharges'
Newly published figures show that more than 93,000 'bed days' were lost in hospitals in the first four months of this year because hundreds of patients were unable to leave.
Newly published figures show that more than 93,000 'bed days' were lost in hospitals in the first four months of this year because hundreds of patients were unable to leave.
Three And A Half Years For Solicitor Who Defrauded €750,000
Former solicitor David O’Shea has been jailed for three-and-a-half years for theft and fraud offences totalling over €750,000.
Former solicitor David O’Shea has been jailed for three-and-a-half years for theft and fraud offences totalling over €750,000.
Senior Police Officer Blames Hotel For John McAreavey Arrest
The court in the Michaela McAreavey trial has heard how “a dirty game” played by the management of the hotel where she was killed led to her husband being arrested as a suspect.
The court in the Michaela McAreavey trial has heard how “a dirty game” played by the management of the hotel where she was killed led to her husband being arrested as a suspect.
Stapleton Trial: Court Hears Garda Feared For His Life
A court has heard how garda Michael Bohane feared for his life when a man put a knife to his throat and told him he was going to die.
A court has heard how garda Michael Bohane feared for his life when a man put a knife to his throat and told him he was going to die.
Gang Brothers Jailed For 9 Years
Brothers Eddie and Michael O’Loughlin were yesterday jailed for nine years for membership of a criminal organisation the first such sentence under new anti-gang legislation.
Brothers Eddie and Michael O’Loughlin were yesterday jailed for nine years for membership of a criminal organisation the first such sentence under new anti-gang legislation.
Education Ministers Urge Students To Apply Now For Grants
Minister for Education Ruairi Quinn has urged Leaving Cert students who may be entitled to grant aid in college next year to apply as early as possible. The recommendation comes following the introduction of a new unified third-level grants system called Students Universal Support Ireland.
Minister for Education Ruairi Quinn has urged Leaving Cert students who may be entitled to grant aid in college next year to apply as early as possible. The recommendation comes following the introduction of a new unified third-level grants system called Students Universal Support Ireland.
Kenny Pledges to Make Mental Health Care A Priority
At the launch of a suicide bereavement centre yesterday Taoiseach Enda Kenny vowed to make mental health facilities a core part of health services around the country. Mr Kenny said mental health could no longer be viewed as "a sort of Cinderella area of the services".
At the launch of a suicide bereavement centre yesterday Taoiseach Enda Kenny vowed to make mental health facilities a core part of health services around the country. Mr Kenny said mental health could no longer be viewed as "a sort of Cinderella area of the services".
Killarney Council Hopes To Tackle 'Bad Buskers'
As the summer tourist season begins Killarney Town Council is to again try and tackle its bad buskers problem.
As the summer tourist season begins Killarney Town Council is to again try and tackle its bad buskers problem.
Irish News on Fri, Jun 12 2009, 6,209 days ago
Second Body Discovered In Dublin
The body of another man has been found in Dublin buried in a shallow grave. Gardaí said the discovery was made shortly before noon on Friday in a field in Ballough, Balbriggan. The body of a man in his 30s remains at the scene and the area has been sealed off pending a forsenic examination.
The body of another man has been found in Dublin buried in a shallow grave. Gardaí said the discovery was made shortly before noon on Friday in a field in Ballough, Balbriggan. The body of a man in his 30s remains at the scene and the area has been sealed off pending a forsenic examination.
Agreement Reached Over Lufthansa Technik Jobs
Agreement has been reached during talks to save over 400 jobs at aircraft engine maintenance company Lufthansa Technik Airmotive.
Agreement has been reached during talks to save over 400 jobs at aircraft engine maintenance company Lufthansa Technik Airmotive.
Ganley Denies Owing Campaigner €350,000
A 28-year-old Dutch Libertas campaigner has revealed the parties Irish leader Declan Ganley is yet to pay a €350,000 campaign bill.
A 28-year-old Dutch Libertas campaigner has revealed the parties Irish leader Declan Ganley is yet to pay a €350,000 campaign bill.
Setanta Sports Saved In £50m Rescue
The troubled Irish broadcaster Setanta Sports has been spared the chop after an international backer stepped in to save the channel.
The troubled Irish broadcaster Setanta Sports has been spared the chop after an international backer stepped in to save the channel.
Raiders Steal Cash Machine Out Of Wall
Raiders in Kilkenny have stolen an automatic telling machine they pulled out of a wall with a JCB. Gardaí are investigating the robbery in which a mechanical digger was used to remove a cash machine from a bank in Co Kilkenny. The incident took place at about 5.
Raiders in Kilkenny have stolen an automatic telling machine they pulled out of a wall with a JCB. Gardaí are investigating the robbery in which a mechanical digger was used to remove a cash machine from a bank in Co Kilkenny. The incident took place at about 5.
Aer Lingus Drop Shannon Routes
Aer Lingus is to announce the scrapping of a number of transatlantic services out of Shannon over the winter. It is believed the airline plans to axe Shannon flights to New York and Chicago from its schedule.
Aer Lingus is to announce the scrapping of a number of transatlantic services out of Shannon over the winter. It is believed the airline plans to axe Shannon flights to New York and Chicago from its schedule.
Man's Body Discovered In Finglas
A man's body have been found in the Finglas area of Dublin. Gardaí are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery in the early hours of Friday morning. A passing taxi driver spotted the body of the man who is believed to be in his 20s at 5.15am and raised the alarm.
A man's body have been found in the Finglas area of Dublin. Gardaí are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery in the early hours of Friday morning. A passing taxi driver spotted the body of the man who is believed to be in his 20s at 5.15am and raised the alarm.
Irish News on Thu, Jun 12 2008, 6,574 days ago
Pope Treads Softly Into Treaty Vote
The pope has crossed from religion into politics during his weekly address, praising the Irish peoples' role in the history of Europe. The papal’s subject matter conspicuously coincides with the presently ongoing voting on the Lisbon Treaty, which has strong support from the continent.
The pope has crossed from religion into politics during his weekly address, praising the Irish peoples' role in the history of Europe. The papal’s subject matter conspicuously coincides with the presently ongoing voting on the Lisbon Treaty, which has strong support from the continent.
Teen In Court On Double Murder Charge
A 17-year-old boy is facing a second murder charge in connection with the killing of two Polish men in February.
A 17-year-old boy is facing a second murder charge in connection with the killing of two Polish men in February.
Toxic Cyanide Gas To Be Destroyed At Army Base
Canisters containing toxic gas are to be destroyed at an Irish army base after they were discovered by a well known pest control company. A total of seven canisters were found by the company Retokil during an audit in their Dublin facilities.
Canisters containing toxic gas are to be destroyed at an Irish army base after they were discovered by a well known pest control company. A total of seven canisters were found by the company Retokil during an audit in their Dublin facilities.
Europe On 'Knife Edge' As Ireland Goes To The Polls
The vote on the Lisbon Treaty is officially underway as Irish voters head to polling stations around the country to cast their votes in the crucial referendum.
The vote on the Lisbon Treaty is officially underway as Irish voters head to polling stations around the country to cast their votes in the crucial referendum.
Fathers' Rights Protestors Scale M50 Toll Plaza
Three men have (literally) mounted a protest on top of the M50 toll plaza in Dublin calling for better rights for unmarried fathers. The protest began just after 6am on Thursday and gardaí are currently at the scene trying to coax the men down.
Three men have (literally) mounted a protest on top of the M50 toll plaza in Dublin calling for better rights for unmarried fathers. The protest began just after 6am on Thursday and gardaí are currently at the scene trying to coax the men down.
Gardaí Safety Blitz On Learners Before Crack Down Enforced
Gardaí are set to mount a safety crackdown on learner drivers over the next week before new laws come into force in July The operation is being launched in an effort to reduce the death toll among young motorists.
Gardaí are set to mount a safety crackdown on learner drivers over the next week before new laws come into force in July The operation is being launched in an effort to reduce the death toll among young motorists.
Man Pleads 'Not Guilty' To Murder Of Chess Mate
A Lithuanian man has pleaded not guilty to a charge of killing his chess partner in 2005. Rimantas Padimanskis, 44, of Lios Cian, Swords, Co Dublin made the plea of not guilty at Dublin Criminal Court to the manslaughter of Darijus Onusaitis on November 15, 2005 by stabbing.
A Lithuanian man has pleaded not guilty to a charge of killing his chess partner in 2005. Rimantas Padimanskis, 44, of Lios Cian, Swords, Co Dublin made the plea of not guilty at Dublin Criminal Court to the manslaughter of Darijus Onusaitis on November 15, 2005 by stabbing.
Minister admits concerns over aid supplies to Burma
The Minister for Overseas Development has voiced concerns that Irish aid being sent to Burma might not reach the correct people.
The Minister for Overseas Development has voiced concerns that Irish aid being sent to Burma might not reach the correct people.
'No' Campaign Turns Out To Be A Turkey
Ireland's most infamous turkey has been recruited by the EU Treaty's No campaigners in the run up to the country's crucial referendum today.
Ireland's most infamous turkey has been recruited by the EU Treaty's No campaigners in the run up to the country's crucial referendum today.
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