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Irish News on Thu, Jul 4 2019, 2,192 days ago

Over 500 Ambulance Personnel To Protest
Ambulance personnel members of the Psychiatric Nurses Association (PNA) are set to protest at parliament buildings today, Thursday 04 July, in their continued campaign for recognised union status.
Garda Probe As Young Girl Injured In Dublin 'Incident'
Gardaí have launched an investigation after a young girl was injured in an incident in County Dublin. Emergency services were called to a house in Rush at around 10.20pm on Tuesday evening, 02 July. The girl is receiving treatment at Temple Street Children's Hospital.
Irish Open Tees Off In Lahinch
Golfers from around the world have descended on Lahinch in County Clare for this year's Irish Open. The event at Lahinch Golf Club began today, 04 July, and will run until Sunday.
Tánaiste Condemns Libyan Missile Attack
Tánaiste Simon Coveney has condemned the recent missile attack in Libya which killed 53 migrants and injured 130 others. The attack took place on a Libyan detention centre in Tajoura on Tuesday evening, 02 July.
Skeletal Remains Found At Wicklow Recycling Plant
An investigation was launched yesterday after a skull and bones were uncovered at a recycling plant in Bray, County Wicklow. The human remains are believed to have been "medical specimens" used for the training of medical professionals.
U-21 Irish Striker Idah Signs New Deal With Norwich
Republic of Ireland Under-21 international Adam Idah has signed a new deal with English Premier League newcomers Norwich City. The 18-year-old striker has now joined up with the senior squad ahead of the new season.
Stolen Therapy Pony Found In Co Cork
A therapy pony stolen at the weekend has been safely recovered in County Cork. The eight-year-old pony was owned by the parents of a young wheelchair user who suffers from cerebral palsy.

Irish News on Wed, Jul 4 2018, 2,557 days ago

New Report Published On Hate Crime
A new report has been published on hate crime in Ireland, recommending changes in legislation. The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission published the "Lifecycle of a Hate Crime" report.
Tánaiste Visits London To Discuss Brexit Negotiations
The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade Simon Coveney is visiting London to discuss Brexit negotiations today, 04 July. He will meet with members of the British Government and members of other parties.

Irish News on Tue, Jul 4 2017, 2,922 days ago

Officials Carry Out Raids At Motor Insurance Companies
A series of raids have taken place across insurance companies, brokers and representative bodies in the motor industry.
Hospital Patients Encouraged To Submit Experience Survey Before Deadline
Hospital patients who are carrying out a National Patient Experience Survey are being encouraged to submit their responsible before the deadline at the end of July.
Hundreds Of Millions Available To Build New Housing - Credit Unions
Up to €520 million can be contributed towards building extra social and 'affordable' homes in Ireland, it has been revealed.
Missing Five-Year-Old Boy Found 'Safe And Well'
A young boy missing from Dun Laoghaire has been found "safe and well", Gardaí have reported. Richard Roche, aged 5, went missing from the People's Park on Sunday, 02 July.

Irish News on Mon, Jul 4 2016, 3,287 days ago

Call for HSE To Publish Audits To Restore Confidence In Sector
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has been urged to publish audits it carried out on 27 charities in an effort to ensure greater transparency.
Irish Coast Guard Launches Summer Safety Campaign
The Irish Coast Guard has launched its summer safety campaign "No Life Jacket? No Excuse", which aims to promote the wearing of Life Jackets, not just on the water but also at shore related activities like Rock Fishing.
Commission Of Investigation (Irish Bank Resolution Corporation) Published
The Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality, Frances Fitzgerald, has published the Commission of Investigation (Irish Bank Resolution Corporation) Bill 2016.
Minister Mitchell O'Connor Officially Opens New Mergon Innovation Centre
The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Mary Mitchell O'Connor, has officially opened Mergon Group's new Mi Centre at its headquarters in Castlepollard, Westmeath.
Irish Language Users Urged To Apply For EU Jobs
The Minister of State for Gaeltacht Affairs, Seán Kyne, has again urged Irish language users to apply for EU translator post before the deadline on 12 July.
Funding Announced For Four Greenway Projects
Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Shane Ross has announced funding for greenway projects in Kildare, Meath, Longford and Westmeath.
Garda Renew Appeal Following Fatal Shooting in Dublin
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for information following a fatal shooting in Bridgefoot Street, Dublin 8. A man aged in his 50s was shot a number of times in an incident at approximately 4:10pm on Friday, 01 July. He was taken to Saint James' Hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Renewed Appeal For Missing 39-Year-Old Patrick Wright
Gardaí have renewed an appeal for help in tracing 39-year-old Patrick Wright who has been missing since Monday, 27 June. Mr Wright was last seen in the Blanchardstown area at approximately 10.30am. He failed to return to his home in Portmarnock, Co Dublin.
Cannabis Herb And Plants Seized In Co Laois
Gardaí have seized cannabis herb and plants worth an estimated €290,000 in Offaly, Co Laois.

Irish News on Fri, Jul 4 2014, 4,018 days ago

Votes Counted In Labour Leadership Battle
The votes are being counted in the ballot to elect a new leader of the Labour party. Polling ended at midday, with the results of the leadership contest expected before 16:00. The deputy leader should be announced by 18:00.
Court Of Appeal Bill Published
A Bill proposing the introduction of a Court of Appeal and "enhancing access to justice for all our citizens" has been published by Fine Gael.
National Oversight And Audit Commission Established
The Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Mr Phil Hogan has announced the establishment of the National oversight and Audit Commission, (NoAC), for the local government sector.
Trinity Relax Entry Requirements For Students From NI
Trinity College Dublin has said that it plans to make it easier for students from Northern Ireland to attend the institution.
Man Arrested Over Cannabis Find
Cannabis herb with an estimated street value of €50,000 has been recovered at a house in the Templemartin area of Bandon. The drugs were found when Gardaí carried out the search at about 10am on Thursday.
Gardaí Appeal For Missing Dublin Teenager
Gardaí in Dublin have appealed for help in tracing a missing 16-year-old boy. Adam Maher has been missing from the Liffey Valley area of Dublin since Thursday. He was last seen at about 16:30. He is described as 6ft tall, with blue eyes and brown hair, and of slim build.
'Five Shows Or None' - Garth Brooks Issues Ultimatum
Following the decision by Dublin City Council to grant a licence for three of five planned concerts by Garth Brooks at Croke Park, the American country singer has issued a statement saying that it is "five shows or none at all".
Body Recovered In Empty Yacht Search
A search operation launched some two weeks ago following the discovery of an empty yacht has recovered the body of man. The body was pulled from the sea at about 17:40 on Thursday. It is believed to be connected to the discovery of an empty yacht, anchored off the coast of Ards.
Gardaí Appeal For Anyone At Duncannon Beach To Contact Them
Gardaí have appealed for anyone who was in the area of Duncannon beach between the hours of 18:30 and 20:00 on Wednesday to contact them. It is part of an investigation into the death of a man in, what has only been described as "an incident".

Irish News on Thu, Jul 4 2013, 4,383 days ago

ASAI Reject Complaints Over Car Advert
The Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland (ASAI) has rejected complaints received over an advert for Hyundai Cars.
Bomb Warning Phoned In To Dublin Airport
A bomb scare has been reported at Dublin Airport. Part of the airport was evacuated on Thursday morning after Air Traffic Control received a warning that an explosive device had been left at Pier E.
EC Issue Warning On Continued Breaching Of Turf Cutting Ban
Serious concerns have been raised over illegal turf cutting on raised bogs around the country, a statement from the European Commission (EC) has said.
New Legislation To Protect Whistleblowers
New legislation has been introduced to protect whistleblowers.
Dublin Bus Driver Vote On Strike Action
Staff at Dublin Bus have rejected a proposed pay cut and will now ballot on strike action. Some 1,200 drivers with the firm are expected to have finished voting by the end of the week, according to trade union SIPTU.
Garda Appeal For Help With Missing Teenager
An appeal for information has been issued by Garda in Swords who are searching for a missing 17-year-old girl. Bernadette O'Connor has been missing since June 30. She is described as 5' 5" with long dark brown hair and a 'star' tattoo on the side of her neck.
Protesters Shut Down Property Auction
A property auction being held at the Shelbourne Hotel has been cancelled after a small group of protestors disrupted the sale. It is understood that the protesters targetted the auction by Allsop Space because they believe it to be a British firm of auctioneers brought in by Irish bankers.
Praveen Halappanavar To Take Legal Action Against HSE
Solicitors for Praveen Halappanavar have announced that he will take High Court legal action against the Health Service Executive in connection with the death of his wife, Savita, in October last year.
Nine Arrested In Dissident Republican Investigation
Nine people have been arrested in Dublin in relation to an ongoing investigation into dissident republican activity. Eight arrested were made following a search of a house in the Tallaght area of the city.

Irish News on Wed, Jul 4 2012, 4,748 days ago

Leinster House Confirms Travels Expenses Were Misused
It has been confirmed that three left-wing TDs should not have used their taxpayer-funded travel expenses to go around the country canvassing against the €100 household charge.
Health Minister Calls For Calorie Labelling On Menus
Food businesses will be given six months to voluntarily introduce calorie menu labelling, or else face the possible introduction of a compulsory scheme, Minister for Health James Reilly has said.
Trainee Pilots Course Cancelled And Students Abandoned
The Irish Aviation Authority has begun an investigation into the reports following the termination of a training contract involving a Florida-based college and the Waterford-based Pilot Training Centre of Ireland, which could see up to 80 students each losing over €80,000 in fees, which they paid fo
Victim Has To Go And Collect Gardai To Investigate Break-In
A woman whose house was burgled had to drive to the local police station and collect a Gardai officer to investigate the crime, because he did not have a patrol car to drive himself.
Two In Court Over Barman Killed In Lift
Two men have pleaded not guilty to breaking health and saftery laws following the death of a barman who was crushed in a goods lift. 31-year-old father of two Stephen Hampson, from Castlegrange Close in Clondalkin, south Dublin, died on August 23rd, 2009.
Five Years For Woman Who Robbed Taxi With Sringe
A woman has been sentenced to five years in jail for robbing a taxi driver while threatening him with a syringe. The robbery occurred after the driver turned down her sexual advances. 30-year-old Mary Ward had propositioned the taxi driver, quoting him prices for various sexual acts.
ICS Raise Concerns Over Tobacco Targeting Of Women
The tobacco industry is aggressively targeting women and girls in the hope of recruiting more smokers, according to the Irish Cancer Society.
Settlement Reached In Dr Shine Abuse Case
More than 100 former patients of disgraced hospital consultant Michael Shine have reached a multi-million euro settlement with the religious order that ran the hospital he worked in, the Irish Independent has reported.
No Action To Be Taken Over Centra Children's Allowance Beer Offer
Centra’s parent company have announced that they will not be sanctioning four Dublin stores for running offers of low-price alcohol targeted at Child Benefit recipients, simply describing it as an “error”.

Irish News on Mon, Jul 4 2011, 5,114 days ago

Minister Probes 'Bungled' Transplant Airlift
The Irish Minister for Health has announced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the "bungled" airlift of a liver transplant case.
Last Decommissioning Report Published
The final report of the North's Independent International Commission on Decommissioning (IICD) - prepared at the request of the British and Irish governments - has been published today.
Employers Group Urges Pay Freeze
A group representing employers has told its members to continue operating pay freezes for at least the next year. The Irish Business and Employers Council (IBEC) published its latest pay survey on Monday calling for pay freezes to continue in 2011 and 2012.
Working Women 'Outnumber Men'
The collapse of Ireland's construction industry has created the unforeseen situation of women outnumbering men in the State. Since the demise of the Celtic Tiger's construction explosion, male immigrants, who had come looking for work, are leaving in their droves.
House Price Fall 'Accelerating'
An influential property website has said on Monday, that the ongoing fall in property prices is "accelerating". Writing on the site today, lecturer in Finance with Trinity College, Dr Constantin Gurdgiev, said there was a bleak forecast for Irish property markets - both commercial and residential.

Irish News on Fri, Jul 4 2008, 6,209 days ago

Oregon Cop 'Failed To Follow Procedure' Before Killing
While relatives of an Irish man killed by police in the US state of Oregon viewed the body and said he was shot at least seven times, the victim's devastated mother has claimed she was being kept in the dark about her son's death.
Potential Banking Data Breach At Cork Dump
One of Ireland's leading banks is investigating a potential data breach, after documents, containing customers' personal details, were found at a former Cork landfill.
'Black Friday', As Unemployment Rises
Ireland's unemployment figures saw a record rise last month, according to the Statistics Office, causing one politician to brand today 'Black Friday'. The number of people signing on the Live Register has swelled by over 19,000, the largest monthly increase ever.
Urban Beach Is 'Capital' Idea - Weather Permitting
Dublin's international, cosmopolitan image got a further boost this week with the opening of Ireland's very first 'urban beach' facility.
Kildare's Oxegen 08 Traffic Plans Announced
Garda have announced traffic arrangements for the Oxegen 2008 Concerts at Punchestown Racecourse, Naas, County Kildare, from July 10 to 14. Travel Routes: Traffic from the M1, N2, N3 and N4 will travel via the M50 to the N7 (Dublin / Limerick Road).
Missing Dublin Man Located
Gardaí have thanked the media for their help in the now successfully concluded search for a missing Dublin man. They initially said that John Sturgess of Sundrive Road in Crumlin, Dublin had gone missing on Wednesday.
Government's New Broadband Plan
Better broadband access across Ireland is on its way, after the government announced a new ten-point plan for technical infrastructure.
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