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Irish News on Fri, Apr 21 2017, 3,287 days ago
Minister Harris Denies Nuns Will Run New Maternity Hospital
The new National Maternity Hospital will be a significant investment in the provision of modern, state-of-the-art healthcare for women and babies, Minister for Health Simon Harris has said.
The new National Maternity Hospital will be a significant investment in the provision of modern, state-of-the-art healthcare for women and babies, Minister for Health Simon Harris has said.
Irish Water To Invest €10.5m In Water Treatment Plant
Plans to upgrade Ballyboden Water Treatment Plant in Dublin have been unveiled by Irish Water. The €10.5 million investment would see the existing open water reservoir upgraded to provide safe and secure drinking water for communities in Dublin City, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown and South Dublin County.
Plans to upgrade Ballyboden Water Treatment Plant in Dublin have been unveiled by Irish Water. The €10.5 million investment would see the existing open water reservoir upgraded to provide safe and secure drinking water for communities in Dublin City, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown and South Dublin County.
Up To 150 New Jobs Announced In Dublin
Up to 150 new jobs are to be created in Dublin by IT security firm Citrix. The company has announced a major expansion of its offices at East Point Business Park.
Up to 150 new jobs are to be created in Dublin by IT security firm Citrix. The company has announced a major expansion of its offices at East Point Business Park.
SIPTU To Ballot St Patrick's Mental Health Services
SIPTU has announced that it will ballot its members at St Patrick's Mental Health Services over proposed industrial action. The ballot for industrial action is the result of a dispute over a management decision to cease employer contributions to the staff defined benefit pension scheme.
SIPTU has announced that it will ballot its members at St Patrick's Mental Health Services over proposed industrial action. The ballot for industrial action is the result of a dispute over a management decision to cease employer contributions to the staff defined benefit pension scheme.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 21 2016, 3,652 days ago
Body Found On Greystones Luas Line
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a man's body on the Luas line between Bray and Greystones yesterday, 20 April. It is understood that the body was found shortly after 7am between Greystones train station and the first tunnel at Bray Head.
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a man's body on the Luas line between Bray and Greystones yesterday, 20 April. It is understood that the body was found shortly after 7am between Greystones train station and the first tunnel at Bray Head.
Soaring Motor Costs Must Be Priority For Next Govt - FF
Tackling soaring motor insurance costs must be a top priority for the next Government, Fianna Fáil TD for Wexford, James Browne, has said. Deputy Browne raised the issue in the Dáil, highlighting how consumers and businesses have had to overcome crippling premium increases year on year since 2011.
Tackling soaring motor insurance costs must be a top priority for the next Government, Fianna Fáil TD for Wexford, James Browne, has said. Deputy Browne raised the issue in the Dáil, highlighting how consumers and businesses have had to overcome crippling premium increases year on year since 2011.
Pressing Health Issues 'Unacceptable' - SF
The number of pressing health issues, such as inadequate mental health funding, the trolley crisis and waiting lists, have been described as "unacceptably long", Sinn Féin's Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin has said.
The number of pressing health issues, such as inadequate mental health funding, the trolley crisis and waiting lists, have been described as "unacceptably long", Sinn Féin's Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin has said.
NAS Emergency Control Centre Staff Vote For Strike Action
SIPTU members of the National Ambulance Service (NAS) have voted in favour of industrial action at the emergency control centre in Tallaght. The union said its members voted "overwhelmingly in favour" of the action in a dispute over staffing levels, the filling of vacancies and retention of staff.
SIPTU members of the National Ambulance Service (NAS) have voted in favour of industrial action at the emergency control centre in Tallaght. The union said its members voted "overwhelmingly in favour" of the action in a dispute over staffing levels, the filling of vacancies and retention of staff.
Minister Flanagan's "First 11" Top Tips For Travelling Irish Fans
Charlie Flanagan, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, has published '11 Top Tips' for Irish citizens travelling to the upcoming Euro 2016 Football Championship in France.
Charlie Flanagan, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, has published '11 Top Tips' for Irish citizens travelling to the upcoming Euro 2016 Football Championship in France.
New Website Details Compensation Claims Of 1916 Rising
A new website has been launched details of compensation claims from the 1916 Rising, with ore than 6,500 digitised files from the National Archives.
A new website has been launched details of compensation claims from the 1916 Rising, with ore than 6,500 digitised files from the National Archives.
Labour Calls On Those With A Mandate To Form Govt
The Labour Party has said that it is now incumbent on those with a mandate to form a new Government.
The Labour Party has said that it is now incumbent on those with a mandate to form a new Government.
Irish News on Tue, Apr 21 2015, 4,018 days ago
FF Publish New Health Policy Document
Fianna Fáil has published its health policy document, which it claims puts "patients at the heart of the health service".
Fianna Fáil has published its health policy document, which it claims puts "patients at the heart of the health service".
Body Confirmed As Missing Co Meath Man
A body recovered from the banks of Lough Ramor, near Virginia, Co Cavan, has been confirmed as Joseph Whelan. Mr Whelan (37) had gone missing from his home in Ashbourne, Co Meath on 03 April. An extensive search operation was launched, which lead to the discovery of a body on Saturday.
A body recovered from the banks of Lough Ramor, near Virginia, Co Cavan, has been confirmed as Joseph Whelan. Mr Whelan (37) had gone missing from his home in Ashbourne, Co Meath on 03 April. An extensive search operation was launched, which lead to the discovery of a body on Saturday.
Garda Appeal For Witnesses To M6 Motorway Crash
Gardaí in Co Galway have appealed for witnesses to a single vehicle road accident on the M6 motorway at the weekend.
Gardaí in Co Galway have appealed for witnesses to a single vehicle road accident on the M6 motorway at the weekend.
94% Of Irish Waters Meet Tougher EU Standards
Only 6% of Ireland's public bathing waters have failed to pass new stricter water quality standards, introduced by the European Union. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) carries out yearly tests on water identified by local authorities as widely used by the public for bathing.
Only 6% of Ireland's public bathing waters have failed to pass new stricter water quality standards, introduced by the European Union. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) carries out yearly tests on water identified by local authorities as widely used by the public for bathing.
Armed Men Arrested Over Two Post Office Robberies
Gardaí in Co Kilkenny are appealing for information on two separate armed robberies of post offices on Monday. In the first incident three men, one armed with a sawn-off shotgun, entered a post office in Clogherhead at about 11:45.
Gardaí in Co Kilkenny are appealing for information on two separate armed robberies of post offices on Monday. In the first incident three men, one armed with a sawn-off shotgun, entered a post office in Clogherhead at about 11:45.
Demonstrators Protest Outside Garda Station Over Arrests
Around 80 people gathered outside Sundrive Garda Station to protest against the arrests of 13 anti-water meter demonstrators. United Left Alliance TD Joan Collins was among those arrested over the protest at Parnell Street on Monday morning.
Around 80 people gathered outside Sundrive Garda Station to protest against the arrests of 13 anti-water meter demonstrators. United Left Alliance TD Joan Collins was among those arrested over the protest at Parnell Street on Monday morning.
Govt Urged To Help Avert Bus Strikes
Fianna Fáil has called on the government to work with bus unions to avert planned strike action. It follows announcements by SIPTU and the National Bus and Rail Union that its members at Dublin Bus and Bus Éireann would hold two 48-hour work stoppages on 01 – 02 and 15 – 16 May.
Fianna Fáil has called on the government to work with bus unions to avert planned strike action. It follows announcements by SIPTU and the National Bus and Rail Union that its members at Dublin Bus and Bus Éireann would hold two 48-hour work stoppages on 01 – 02 and 15 – 16 May.
Man Arrested In Connection With 1997 Disappearance
Gardaí investigating the disappearance of 17-year-old Ciara Breen in 1997 have arrested a man. It is understood that the arrest follows information received from two people who contacted detectives last November. Ciara Breen was reported missing on 13 February, 1997.
Gardaí investigating the disappearance of 17-year-old Ciara Breen in 1997 have arrested a man. It is understood that the arrest follows information received from two people who contacted detectives last November. Ciara Breen was reported missing on 13 February, 1997.
€12.5m Housing Development Opens In Dublin
A new €12.5m social housing development is due to open in Dublin today. The Peadar Kearney House building, located on Railway Street, consists of 56 homes as well as a community facility and underground car parking. The scheme is managed by Circle Housing Association on behalf of the Council.
A new €12.5m social housing development is due to open in Dublin today. The Peadar Kearney House building, located on Railway Street, consists of 56 homes as well as a community facility and underground car parking. The scheme is managed by Circle Housing Association on behalf of the Council.
Irish News on Thu, Apr 21 2011, 5,479 days ago
Suspicious Device Found In County Meath
Gardai at Trim Co Meath are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a suspicious object. The device was found at the Wellington Monument on the Summerhill Road in the town around 1.10am this morning. The area was sealed off and diversions were put in place.
Gardai at Trim Co Meath are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of a suspicious object. The device was found at the Wellington Monument on the Summerhill Road in the town around 1.10am this morning. The area was sealed off and diversions were put in place.
Easter Rising Marked In Dublin
A ceremony to mark the 95th Anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising will take place this Sunday commencing at 12 noon. The ceremony, taking place outside the GPO, O’Connell Street in Dublin, will be led by the President Mary McAleese, An Taoiseach, Enda Kenny, T.D.
A ceremony to mark the 95th Anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising will take place this Sunday commencing at 12 noon. The ceremony, taking place outside the GPO, O’Connell Street in Dublin, will be led by the President Mary McAleese, An Taoiseach, Enda Kenny, T.D.
Joint Operation Results In Major Drugs Seizure
As part of an intelligence led investigation between GNDU and Revenue Customs, a search was carried out in premises near Malahide Road, in Coolock yesterday afternoon.
As part of an intelligence led investigation between GNDU and Revenue Customs, a search was carried out in premises near Malahide Road, in Coolock yesterday afternoon.
North's Police Detail Trip-Wire Bomb
A group of young people who were in two cars may hold vital information about a booby-trap bomb attempt to murder or maim PSNI officers in south Belfast.
A group of young people who were in two cars may hold vital information about a booby-trap bomb attempt to murder or maim PSNI officers in south Belfast.
Man Arrested Following Betting Shop Robbery
Gardaí at Mill Street in Galway are investigating an armed robbery in a Briarhill Betting Shop yesterday. A lone raider entered Briarhill Shopping Centre with a sawn off shotgun, demanded cash and left with an undisclosed amount of money.
Gardaí at Mill Street in Galway are investigating an armed robbery in a Briarhill Betting Shop yesterday. A lone raider entered Briarhill Shopping Centre with a sawn off shotgun, demanded cash and left with an undisclosed amount of money.
Irish News on Wed, Apr 21 2010, 5,844 days ago
Irish Airspace Reopens
Irish airspace has finally reopened after six days of planes being grounded due to the cloud of volcanic ash from Iceland.
Irish airspace has finally reopened after six days of planes being grounded due to the cloud of volcanic ash from Iceland.
Man Dies In Garda Custody
The office of the Garda Ombudsman is investigating the death of a man in Garda custody last night. It is understood the man died in Tallaght Garda station shortly after he was arrested in the Dublin suburb yesterday evening.
The office of the Garda Ombudsman is investigating the death of a man in Garda custody last night. It is understood the man died in Tallaght Garda station shortly after he was arrested in the Dublin suburb yesterday evening.
Tánaiste Calls On Bank Boss To 'Reflect On Public's Anger'
The Tánaiste is calling on the Bank of Ireland Chief Executive to reflect on the 'anger' surrounding his €1.5 million pension top-up. The call comes within days of the Minister for Social Protection, Éamon Ó Cuív's challenge to Bank of Ireland chief executive, Richie Boucher, to refuse a €1.
The Tánaiste is calling on the Bank of Ireland Chief Executive to reflect on the 'anger' surrounding his €1.5 million pension top-up. The call comes within days of the Minister for Social Protection, Éamon Ó Cuív's challenge to Bank of Ireland chief executive, Richie Boucher, to refuse a €1.
Stranded Travellers Advised Of Rights
Minister for Labour Affairs Dara Calleary has said passengers stranded because of the Icelandic volcano should be aware of their rights and offered some advise for those caught up in the flight ban.
Minister for Labour Affairs Dara Calleary has said passengers stranded because of the Icelandic volcano should be aware of their rights and offered some advise for those caught up in the flight ban.
Irish Seek Repeal Of Political Ad Ban
Ireland's broadcasters have called for the removal on the ban on paid political advertising on radio and television saying that it was open to challenge in the European Courts.
Ireland's broadcasters have called for the removal on the ban on paid political advertising on radio and television saying that it was open to challenge in the European Courts.
Cost Of Ban Counted As Skies Re-Opened
A Northern policitican has been counting the cost of almost a week of flight cancellations. NI Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster welcomed news that airspace over Northern Ireland, Scotland and parts of north England had reopened this morning, but said it was a costly week for the economy.
A Northern policitican has been counting the cost of almost a week of flight cancellations. NI Enterprise Minister Arlene Foster welcomed news that airspace over Northern Ireland, Scotland and parts of north England had reopened this morning, but said it was a costly week for the economy.
Three Die In Separate House Fires
Two men and a woman have died in three separate house fires in Limerick and Kerry. In the latest incident, a man in his 60s died following a house fire in Tralee in Co Kerry. The fire broke out in the terraced house in Connolly Park at about 9.30pm yesterday.
Two men and a woman have died in three separate house fires in Limerick and Kerry. In the latest incident, a man in his 60s died following a house fire in Tralee in Co Kerry. The fire broke out in the terraced house in Connolly Park at about 9.30pm yesterday.
SF's Maskey Withdrawn From Election Race
The news that Sinn Fein has withdrawn its South Belfast candidate Alex Maskey from the General Election has been condemned as a political "stunt".
The news that Sinn Fein has withdrawn its South Belfast candidate Alex Maskey from the General Election has been condemned as a political "stunt".
ESB Takes Control Of Own Prices
The Electricity Supply Board of Ireland (ESB) will be allowed to set its own electricity prices if it complies with a number of stipulations expected to be published today by the Commission for Energy Regulation.
The Electricity Supply Board of Ireland (ESB) will be allowed to set its own electricity prices if it complies with a number of stipulations expected to be published today by the Commission for Energy Regulation.
Irish News on Tue, Apr 21 2009, 6,209 days ago
Probe Call Over Dwyer Killing
The death of an Irish citizen in disputed circumstances in South America may be the subject of a major investigation. The family of the dead man, Michael Dwyer, have issued a fresh statement after the Government's call yesterday for an international probe into the shooting.
The death of an Irish citizen in disputed circumstances in South America may be the subject of a major investigation. The family of the dead man, Michael Dwyer, have issued a fresh statement after the Government's call yesterday for an international probe into the shooting.
Pair Face Charges Over Weekend Shooting
Two people were in court today in Dublin facing charges related to a shooting incident at the weekend.
Two people were in court today in Dublin facing charges related to a shooting incident at the weekend.
Tesco 'Missing Out' On Cross-Border Shoppers
Tesco - while making £billions in the UK - is having a harder time in the Republic of Ireland.
Tesco - while making £billions in the UK - is having a harder time in the Republic of Ireland.
Cross-Border Health Matters In Focus
Lost opportunities for cross-border cooperation on health could be putting lives at risk, a leading researcher from the Centre for Cross Border Studies said today.
Lost opportunities for cross-border cooperation on health could be putting lives at risk, a leading researcher from the Centre for Cross Border Studies said today.
Work To Begin On South Dublin LUAS Line
Work is to begin on the LUAS track extension in the Dún Laoghaire Rathdown area. The county council has said the junctions of Ballyogan Avenue East and Ballyogan Road and Glencairn Crescent/Ballyogan Road will be closed to facilitate the work.
Work is to begin on the LUAS track extension in the Dún Laoghaire Rathdown area. The county council has said the junctions of Ballyogan Avenue East and Ballyogan Road and Glencairn Crescent/Ballyogan Road will be closed to facilitate the work.
Ballygarvan Housing Development Rejected
South Cork TD Deirdre Clune has welcomed An Bord Pleanála decision to overturn planning permission for 140 new houses in Ballygarvan Village. Ms Clune said the news would also be welcomed by local residents, who were opposed to the development.
South Cork TD Deirdre Clune has welcomed An Bord Pleanála decision to overturn planning permission for 140 new houses in Ballygarvan Village. Ms Clune said the news would also be welcomed by local residents, who were opposed to the development.
Irish News on Mon, Apr 21 2008, 6,574 days ago
Presenter Killed In Freak Accident
TV presenter and professional equestrian rider Karen Rodgers has been killed in a freak horse riding accident during an event Cork. The tragic accident happened at Ballindenisk outside Watergrasshill in North Cork.
TV presenter and professional equestrian rider Karen Rodgers has been killed in a freak horse riding accident during an event Cork. The tragic accident happened at Ballindenisk outside Watergrasshill in North Cork.
Child Has Wrong Kidney Removed
A Republic of Ireland hospital has apologised for removing the wrong kidney from a sick child. The mistake, which led to a healthy kidney being removed, was described by Our Lady's Children's Hospital in Crumlin, Dublin, as a "significant and regrettable medical error".
A Republic of Ireland hospital has apologised for removing the wrong kidney from a sick child. The mistake, which led to a healthy kidney being removed, was described by Our Lady's Children's Hospital in Crumlin, Dublin, as a "significant and regrettable medical error".
Baby Sitter Rapist Jailed For 11 Years
A Roscommon man has been jailed for 11 years for raping a baby-sitter over two decades ago.
A Roscommon man has been jailed for 11 years for raping a baby-sitter over two decades ago.
TD Demands For Rules On Court Involvement
The Green Party's leader has called for strict guidelines to govern politicians getting involved in court cases. John Gormley was speaking in response to questions on the controversy surrounding Labour Party TD Kathleen Lynch.
The Green Party's leader has called for strict guidelines to govern politicians getting involved in court cases. John Gormley was speaking in response to questions on the controversy surrounding Labour Party TD Kathleen Lynch.
Migrants Say Bye To 'Bi-Polar' Irish Economy
An economic boom in Poland is beginning to draw migrant workers back to their home country as Ireland’s economy slows. The number of Polish people coming into the country in the first three months of the year has dropped sharply compared to 2007.
An economic boom in Poland is beginning to draw migrant workers back to their home country as Ireland’s economy slows. The number of Polish people coming into the country in the first three months of the year has dropped sharply compared to 2007.
Guinness Not Good For Workers
Workers at the famous St James's Gate Guinness brewery in Dublin are to begin voting on industrial action that could mean an all-out strike. Guinness has reportedly revised the terms of a redundancy deal on offer as part of a restructuring plan, which could see up to 300 jobs being lost.
Workers at the famous St James's Gate Guinness brewery in Dublin are to begin voting on industrial action that could mean an all-out strike. Guinness has reportedly revised the terms of a redundancy deal on offer as part of a restructuring plan, which could see up to 300 jobs being lost.
Gang Killing Sparks Crackdown
The killing of a man in Dublin has sparked garda into cracking down on gang crimes. Twelve men were arrested on Monday morning after the shooting of 30 year-old Anthony Russell on Friday evening in the Ardlea Inn, Artane.
The killing of a man in Dublin has sparked garda into cracking down on gang crimes. Twelve men were arrested on Monday morning after the shooting of 30 year-old Anthony Russell on Friday evening in the Ardlea Inn, Artane.
Government Spent €22m Fighting Special Needs Families
It has been revealed the government has spent €22 million on court battles against parents demanding educational help for children with special needs in the last five years.
It has been revealed the government has spent €22 million on court battles against parents demanding educational help for children with special needs in the last five years.
HSE Child Services Lack Resources
Hundreds of children at risk of abuse are not getting the help they need due to staff shortages and a lack of resources, according to a recent review. The review on the HSE’s Child and Family Service say many social work teams have reported long waiting lists for child abuse referrals.
Hundreds of children at risk of abuse are not getting the help they need due to staff shortages and a lack of resources, according to a recent review. The review on the HSE’s Child and Family Service say many social work teams have reported long waiting lists for child abuse referrals.
Four In Court Over Heroin Seizure
Four people have appeared in court on Monday charged with the possession of heroin. The three men and one woman have all been remanded in custody to appear again in court next Thursday in connection with the find in Dublin by garda.
Four people have appeared in court on Monday charged with the possession of heroin. The three men and one woman have all been remanded in custody to appear again in court next Thursday in connection with the find in Dublin by garda.
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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.