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Irish News on Wed, Nov 29 2023, 731 days ago
The Thriving Realm of Live Dealer Casinos in Ireland
In the contemporary gambling landscape of Ireland, the emergence and rapid expansion of live dealer casinos have revolutionised the way enthusiasts experience the thrill of gaming.
In the contemporary gambling landscape of Ireland, the emergence and rapid expansion of live dealer casinos have revolutionised the way enthusiasts experience the thrill of gaming.
Irish News on Fri, Nov 29 2019, 2,192 days ago
New Gift Voucher Legislation To Come Into Effect From Monday
New legislation on gift vouchers will come into effect from Monday 02 December, the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys, has announced.
New legislation on gift vouchers will come into effect from Monday 02 December, the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys, has announced.
€1m Funding Announced For 2020 Historic Towns Initiative
Funding of €1 million has been announced for the 2020 Historic Towns Initiative for heritage-led regeneration in our historic towns. The Historic Towns Initiative (HTI) 2020 is a joint undertaking by the Department and the Heritage Council.
Funding of €1 million has been announced for the 2020 Historic Towns Initiative for heritage-led regeneration in our historic towns. The Historic Towns Initiative (HTI) 2020 is a joint undertaking by the Department and the Heritage Council.
'Year Of Shame And Failure' For Fine Gael On Health Service
2019 has been described as a "year of shame and failure" for Fine Gael when it comes to the health service.
2019 has been described as a "year of shame and failure" for Fine Gael when it comes to the health service.
'Hyde and Seek' Creches At Centre Of RTÉ Investigation To Close
The 'Hyde and Seek' creches at the centre of the RTÉ Investigates documentary, Behind Close Doors, are to be deregistered and closed with 21 days.
The 'Hyde and Seek' creches at the centre of the RTÉ Investigates documentary, Behind Close Doors, are to be deregistered and closed with 21 days.
Road Users Urged To 'Act Responsibly And Safely'
All road users are being called on to "act responsibly and safely" when using the roads throughout the Christmas and New Year period, in a joint safety campaign launched by An Garda Síochána and The Road Safety Authority (RSA).
All road users are being called on to "act responsibly and safely" when using the roads throughout the Christmas and New Year period, in a joint safety campaign launched by An Garda Síochána and The Road Safety Authority (RSA).
Two Arrested In Connection With Major Drug Seizure In Tipperary
A man and a woman, both aged in their 20s, have been arrested in connection with the seizure of approximately €100,000 of suspected cannabis and cocaine, and cash totalling €2,250 in Lagganstown, Tipperary on 28th November, 2019.
A man and a woman, both aged in their 20s, have been arrested in connection with the seizure of approximately €100,000 of suspected cannabis and cocaine, and cash totalling €2,250 in Lagganstown, Tipperary on 28th November, 2019.
Ireland Reaffirms Commitment To European Space Programmes
The Minister of State for Training, Skills, Innovation, Research and Development, John Halligan, has reaffirmed Ireland's commitment to European space programmes.
The Minister of State for Training, Skills, Innovation, Research and Development, John Halligan, has reaffirmed Ireland's commitment to European space programmes.
New National LGBTQ+ Inclusion Strategy Launched
A new National Inclusion Strategy for Ireland's LGBTQ+ communities has been launched by the Minister for Justice and Equality, Charlie Flanagan, and the Minister of State with special responsibility for Equality, Immigration and Integration, David Stanton.
A new National Inclusion Strategy for Ireland's LGBTQ+ communities has been launched by the Minister for Justice and Equality, Charlie Flanagan, and the Minister of State with special responsibility for Equality, Immigration and Integration, David Stanton.
New Dedicated Mental Health Phone Line Launched
A new dedicated phone line for mental health has been launched by An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, Minister for Health Simon Harris, and Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People Jim Daly.
A new dedicated phone line for mental health has been launched by An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, Minister for Health Simon Harris, and Minister of State for Mental Health and Older People Jim Daly.
Irish News on Thu, Nov 29 2018, 2,557 days ago
Govt Environmental Strategy Described As A 'Complete Failure'
The government's strategy to reduce Ireland's carbon emissions has been described as a "complete failure". Commenting Labour Senator Humphreys said: "The Minister has admitted that we are 99% short of our emissions targets set for 2020.
The government's strategy to reduce Ireland's carbon emissions has been described as a "complete failure". Commenting Labour Senator Humphreys said: "The Minister has admitted that we are 99% short of our emissions targets set for 2020.
Irish News on Wed, Nov 29 2017, 2,922 days ago
Homeless Man Sleeping Rough In Dublin Found Dead
A homeless man has died while sleeping rough in Dublin City Centre. The victim was discovered unresponsive in the Four Courts area in Monday, 27 November. He is the second person to have passed away while sleeping rough in the city this week.
A homeless man has died while sleeping rough in Dublin City Centre. The victim was discovered unresponsive in the Four Courts area in Monday, 27 November. He is the second person to have passed away while sleeping rough in the city this week.
ED Tallaght Hospital Nurses Continue To Face 'Serious Difficulties'
Nursing staff in the Emergency Department of Tallaght Hospital are continuing to face "serious difficulties", according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO).
Nursing staff in the Emergency Department of Tallaght Hospital are continuing to face "serious difficulties", according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO).
Irish News on Tue, Nov 29 2016, 3,287 days ago
Mortgage Lender Fined €4.5m By Central Bank
Springboard Mortgages Limited, owned by Permanent TSB, has been fined by Central Bank for failing to provide customers with the correct interest rates. The mortgage provider, owned by was fined €4.5 million, with the bank also paying €5.8 million to affected customers.
Springboard Mortgages Limited, owned by Permanent TSB, has been fined by Central Bank for failing to provide customers with the correct interest rates. The mortgage provider, owned by was fined €4.5 million, with the bank also paying €5.8 million to affected customers.
LinkedIn To Create 200 New Jobs In Dublin
Around 200 new jobs are to be created by LinkedIn in Dublin. The additional roles will include new roles in sales & sales support, customer operations, and engineering.
Around 200 new jobs are to be created by LinkedIn in Dublin. The additional roles will include new roles in sales & sales support, customer operations, and engineering.
New National Healthy Cities For Ireland Initiative Launched
A new initiative to promote better physical and mental health has been launched today, 29 November. Health Minister Marcella Corcoran Kennedy unveiled the National Healthy Cities and Counties of Ireland Network in Dublin City Hall.
A new initiative to promote better physical and mental health has been launched today, 29 November. Health Minister Marcella Corcoran Kennedy unveiled the National Healthy Cities and Counties of Ireland Network in Dublin City Hall.
Irish News on Fri, Nov 29 2013, 4,383 days ago
Unfinished Housing Developments Report Published
Minister for Housing and Planning, Jan O'Sullivan, TD, has published the second annual progress report on tackling the issue of unfinished housing developments which points to "even more progress in bringing to a conclusion this most distressing of circumstances left over from the doomed tiger years
Minister for Housing and Planning, Jan O'Sullivan, TD, has published the second annual progress report on tackling the issue of unfinished housing developments which points to "even more progress in bringing to a conclusion this most distressing of circumstances left over from the doomed tiger years
MSD Announce Closure Of Second Irish Plant
Some 570 people are to be left jobless following the announcement of the closure of the MSD plant in Swords, north Dublin. It marks the second MSD plant to close in Ireland this year. The drug manufacturer is understood to be moving its operations to the Netherlands, Belgium and the US.
Some 570 people are to be left jobless following the announcement of the closure of the MSD plant in Swords, north Dublin. It marks the second MSD plant to close in Ireland this year. The drug manufacturer is understood to be moving its operations to the Netherlands, Belgium and the US.
Boy Left Brain Damaged Awarded €8.5m
A young boy who suffered "catastrophic" brain injuries during birth has been awarded €8.5m in damages. Dylan Gaffney was born at Waterford Regional Hospital in July 2007.
A young boy who suffered "catastrophic" brain injuries during birth has been awarded €8.5m in damages. Dylan Gaffney was born at Waterford Regional Hospital in July 2007.
Man's Body Found In Phoenix Park
Gardaí have reported the discovery of a man's body in Phoenix Park, Dublin. The body was found in a sleeping bag near the Wellington Monument at around 1.30am. It is believed that the man had suffered burn injuries.
Gardaí have reported the discovery of a man's body in Phoenix Park, Dublin. The body was found in a sleeping bag near the Wellington Monument at around 1.30am. It is believed that the man had suffered burn injuries.
Garda Investigate Horse Burnt Alive In Tallaght
An investigation is underway after a horse was doused in petrol and burnt alive in the Killinarden area of Tallaght, Dublin. It is the latest in a number of incidents in the area in the last few days, gardaí have said.
An investigation is underway after a horse was doused in petrol and burnt alive in the Killinarden area of Tallaght, Dublin. It is the latest in a number of incidents in the area in the last few days, gardaí have said.
Fáilte Ireland Holds Discussions With Eirgrid Over New Pylons
Irish tourism board Fáilte Ireland has met with Eirgrid to discuss the proposed construction of new electricity pylons, which could effect the "character of the landscape" and the "cultural heritage" of parts of the country.
Irish tourism board Fáilte Ireland has met with Eirgrid to discuss the proposed construction of new electricity pylons, which could effect the "character of the landscape" and the "cultural heritage" of parts of the country.
Minister Welcomes €100m Data Centre Construction
As work begins on the construction of a €100m data centre in west Dublin, Fine Gael Dublin Mid West Deputy, Derek Keating said: "Ireland has been growing its reputation internationally as a tech and IT hub. The development of four 10,000 square foot data centre suites by Digital Realty Trust, Inc.
As work begins on the construction of a €100m data centre in west Dublin, Fine Gael Dublin Mid West Deputy, Derek Keating said: "Ireland has been growing its reputation internationally as a tech and IT hub. The development of four 10,000 square foot data centre suites by Digital Realty Trust, Inc.
Irish News on Thu, Nov 29 2012, 4,748 days ago
Coveney Moves To Protect Irish Mackerel Industry
Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Agriculture, Food and Marine has warned the Council of Fisheries Ministers in Brussels today, that the over reliance on pelagic stocks for the annual exchange in fishing opportunities with Norway is having a detrimental effect on our own Pelagic fleet with knock on con
Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Agriculture, Food and Marine has warned the Council of Fisheries Ministers in Brussels today, that the over reliance on pelagic stocks for the annual exchange in fishing opportunities with Norway is having a detrimental effect on our own Pelagic fleet with knock on con
Role Of Joint Policing Committees Discussed
The Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence, Alan Shatter, has published a discussion document on the operation of Joint Policing Committees (JPCs).
The Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence, Alan Shatter, has published a discussion document on the operation of Joint Policing Committees (JPCs).
Unemployment Rate Falls
Unemployment has dropped by 1.1%, according to the Central Statistics Office. Year on year from the end of September unemployment was down by 3,600 to 324,500. The Quarterly National Household Survey also revealed the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 14.8%.
Unemployment has dropped by 1.1%, according to the Central Statistics Office. Year on year from the end of September unemployment was down by 3,600 to 324,500. The Quarterly National Household Survey also revealed the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 14.8%.
Court Date For Rabbit Cruelty Case
A man is set to appear before Dublin District Court on Tuesday for alleged animal cruelty and torture. Gary Kearney, 20, who is originally from Crumlin, will plead guilty to throwing a rabbit in to the River Liffey.
A man is set to appear before Dublin District Court on Tuesday for alleged animal cruelty and torture. Gary Kearney, 20, who is originally from Crumlin, will plead guilty to throwing a rabbit in to the River Liffey.
Irish News on Tue, Nov 29 2011, 5,114 days ago
Heavy Rain Lashes Irish Roads
Wet and windy conditions have made driving conditions difficult across Ireland this morning. Parts of Scotland were also under water too while there was flooding on roads across the North, following heavy rain overnight.
Wet and windy conditions have made driving conditions difficult across Ireland this morning. Parts of Scotland were also under water too while there was flooding on roads across the North, following heavy rain overnight.
Motorists To Face Roadside Drugs Tests
Car drivers across the Irish Republic are soon to be subjected to roadside drug testing in order to clamp down on drug driving.
Car drivers across the Irish Republic are soon to be subjected to roadside drug testing in order to clamp down on drug driving.
Police Target Drug Trade Across Ireland
Gardaí investigating the sale and supply of controlled drugs in the Cork area have seized drugs with an estimated value of up to €590,000 and arrested a male following a planned operation on Monday. A similar operation took place along the border with the North as well.
Gardaí investigating the sale and supply of controlled drugs in the Cork area have seized drugs with an estimated value of up to €590,000 and arrested a male following a planned operation on Monday. A similar operation took place along the border with the North as well.
Cross-Border Trains Halted
Cross-border rail services are to hit the buffers tonight as UK public transport and many local services such as refuse collection are to grind to a halt at midnight as one of the largest UK-wide strikes in recent years kick-off.
Cross-border rail services are to hit the buffers tonight as UK public transport and many local services such as refuse collection are to grind to a halt at midnight as one of the largest UK-wide strikes in recent years kick-off.
Adams Sex Allegations For Crown Court
The brother of Co Louth TD and Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams has been told he is to stand trial accused of a catalogue of sex offences.
The brother of Co Louth TD and Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams has been told he is to stand trial accused of a catalogue of sex offences.
Smaller Firms 'Are Granted Credit': Report
An independent report on the demand for credit by Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) has been published today. The independent report was commissioned by the Department of Finance and shows 36% of SMEs surveyed requested bank credit in the period April-September 2011.
An independent report on the demand for credit by Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) has been published today. The independent report was commissioned by the Department of Finance and shows 36% of SMEs surveyed requested bank credit in the period April-September 2011.
Dundalk Hosts Cross-Border Buyer Event
Some 160 small businesses were given the opportunity to hear from and meet with Government buyers at a recent InterTradeIreland 'Meet the Buyer' event in Dundalk.
Some 160 small businesses were given the opportunity to hear from and meet with Government buyers at a recent InterTradeIreland 'Meet the Buyer' event in Dundalk.
Festive Switch-on Boosts Kilkenny
The big switch-on of the Christmas tree at Kilkenny Castle has officially launched the Christmas Programme of Events for 2011. It includes a broad ranging number of new tourism initiatives for the Castle and the Kilkenny area in general.
The big switch-on of the Christmas tree at Kilkenny Castle has officially launched the Christmas Programme of Events for 2011. It includes a broad ranging number of new tourism initiatives for the Castle and the Kilkenny area in general.
North's Schools Close As Budget Squeezed
Most of four schools in the North's South Eastern Board area, which were threatened with closure, have been told that they will indeed be shutting down.
Most of four schools in the North's South Eastern Board area, which were threatened with closure, have been told that they will indeed be shutting down.
Irish News on Mon, Nov 29 2010, 5,479 days ago
'Exceptional Cold' Will Continue Through Week
The "exceptionally cold weather" is expected to continue through the week, according to a weather warning issued by Met Eireann this morning.
The "exceptionally cold weather" is expected to continue through the week, according to a weather warning issued by Met Eireann this morning.
State Assets Being Considered For Sale
Ireland's state assets are being considered for sale to raise cash, according to the Minister of Finance. The news comes as the Government released the details of the €85 billion rescue package from the EU and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Ireland's state assets are being considered for sale to raise cash, according to the Minister of Finance. The news comes as the Government released the details of the €85 billion rescue package from the EU and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Assured Beef Supplies To Boost North's Trade?
The National Beef Association (NBA) expects dramatic changes on the world market to drag the domestic multiple retail companies most anxious to secure regular access to assured supplies of UK origin beef into urgently re-constructing their approach to purchasing.
The National Beef Association (NBA) expects dramatic changes on the world market to drag the domestic multiple retail companies most anxious to secure regular access to assured supplies of UK origin beef into urgently re-constructing their approach to purchasing.
Garda Injured Chasing Mugger
A member of the Gardaí has been injured in a car chase in County Offaly after a women was mugged on early Sunday morning. The incident began at around 12.45am on November 28 when a female in her 50’s was approached by a male on Father Paul Murphy Street, Edenderry.
A member of the Gardaí has been injured in a car chase in County Offaly after a women was mugged on early Sunday morning. The incident began at around 12.45am on November 28 when a female in her 50’s was approached by a male on Father Paul Murphy Street, Edenderry.
Man Arrested Over River Road Shooting
A man is this morning being held in connection with a shooting incident in the River Road area of Dublin. The arrest is the first to be made in the case, which occurred in July of this year. During the incident, which occurred at about 9.
A man is this morning being held in connection with a shooting incident in the River Road area of Dublin. The arrest is the first to be made in the case, which occurred in July of this year. During the incident, which occurred at about 9.
Irish News on Thu, Nov 29 2007, 6,575 days ago
Minister Survives Crucial Vote Over Cancer Care Controversy
While the UK government continues to be hard-pressed on the issue of party funding contributions and inept management, the Irish government is looking 'healthier' today having won last night's no confidence motion in Minister for Health, Mary Harney – but only by 83 votes to 73.
While the UK government continues to be hard-pressed on the issue of party funding contributions and inept management, the Irish government is looking 'healthier' today having won last night's no confidence motion in Minister for Health, Mary Harney – but only by 83 votes to 73.
Limerick Stabbing Victim Dies
A man has been held by Gardaí in Limerick shortly after a fatal stabbing attack in the town in the early hours of Thursday morning. They arrested a 25-year-old man following the killing.
A man has been held by Gardaí in Limerick shortly after a fatal stabbing attack in the town in the early hours of Thursday morning. They arrested a 25-year-old man following the killing.
Gardaí Hunt Guinness
Thieves have started their festive celebrations early with news that the Gardaí are today investigating the disappearance of 450 kegs from the Guinness Brewery on Victoria Quay in Dublin.
Thieves have started their festive celebrations early with news that the Gardaí are today investigating the disappearance of 450 kegs from the Guinness Brewery on Victoria Quay in Dublin.
Prison Chaplains Slam System As Dysfunctional
People who are mentally ills are being abandoned in Irish prisons where there is little or no hope of treatment or any form of rehabilitation. Prison chaplains have today slammed the prison system, which they describe as dysfunctional and faltering from one crisis to another.
People who are mentally ills are being abandoned in Irish prisons where there is little or no hope of treatment or any form of rehabilitation. Prison chaplains have today slammed the prison system, which they describe as dysfunctional and faltering from one crisis to another.
Public Sector Needs Budget Reform: Fine Gael
Things are hotting up as the 2008 Budget announcement looms next week. Fine Gael is now calling on Finance Minister Brian Cowen to radically reform the public service in his budget speech. A leading figure in the party said such a move would free up €3bn to spend on vital front-line services.
Things are hotting up as the 2008 Budget announcement looms next week. Fine Gael is now calling on Finance Minister Brian Cowen to radically reform the public service in his budget speech. A leading figure in the party said such a move would free up €3bn to spend on vital front-line services.
Green Minister Helps Launch Climate Change Campaign
The Green Party will appropriately be helping to launch a new Government campaign today aimed at alerting the country to the dangers of climate change.
The Green Party will appropriately be helping to launch a new Government campaign today aimed at alerting the country to the dangers of climate change.
Lower Risk Of Elderly Living In Poverty
There has been a significant decline in what the Government calls the risk of poverty rate for elderly people. Figures just released relate that, during 2006, the at risk of poverty rate for persons aged 65 and over was 13.6%, representing a significant decline on the 20.
There has been a significant decline in what the Government calls the risk of poverty rate for elderly people. Figures just released relate that, during 2006, the at risk of poverty rate for persons aged 65 and over was 13.6%, representing a significant decline on the 20.
Financial Crisis Threatens Schools
Another pre-Budget 'shot' has been fired across the Government bow with news that some educational establishements face severe financial problems. Several schools in Dublin's new district of Adamstown have said they fear bankruptcy.
Another pre-Budget 'shot' has been fired across the Government bow with news that some educational establishements face severe financial problems. Several schools in Dublin's new district of Adamstown have said they fear bankruptcy.
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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.