As autumn leaves begin to fall, meteorologists are gearing up for another season of stormy weather. Met Éireann, Ireland’s national weather service, has just unveiled an exciting lineup of names for the storms that may sweep across the country in the coming year. In a collaborative effort with their British and Dutch counterparts, Met Éireann … Read more
Ireland is set to roll out a game-changing law that will reshape how foreign workers can live and work in the country. Starting this Monday, September 2nd, the new Employment Permits Act will bring a breath of fresh air to Ireland’s economic migration policy. Ministers Peter Burke and Emer Higgins are championing this reform, calling … Read more
Ireland has taken a significant step towards improving health and social care for its older citizens by launching a nationwide public consultation. The government is reaching out to seniors, their families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals to gather insights on the current state of elderly care services and to identify areas for improvement. The Department of … Read more
Irish students are pushing back against a proposed ban on mobile phones in schools, setting the stage for a heated debate on technology in education. Education Minister Norma Foley recently announced plans to prohibit mobile phone use throughout the entire school day in second-level schools across Ireland. This move, she argues, aims to “copper fasten … Read more
Ireland’s Deputy Prime Minister, Micheál Martin, says the country needs to build 60,000 homes a year to address its housing crisis. This target is 20,000 more than what’s expected to be built this year. Key Points: The Housing Finance Agency reports a 200% increase in financing approvals for new social and affordable homes in early … Read more
In a recent crackdown, Irish police (Gardaí) have confiscated over €3,000 worth of potentially dangerous vaping products in County Donegal. The seizure came after a member of the public fell ill, sparking concerns about the safety of these items. Key Points: Gardaí searched several locations in Bundoran and Donegal Town on August 22 They seized … Read more
Dublin City Council has announced the expansion of its innovative video portal network to include Vilnius in Lithuania and Lublin in Poland. Originally established as a video link between Dublin and New York, this portal now allows people in Dublin to connect with residents of these two Eastern European cities in real-time. The portals provide … Read more
Household electricity bills are set to increase by up to €8.42 a month over the next year, RTE reported. This rise is attributed to the energy regulator’s adjustment of network charges. The Commission for the Regulation of Utilities (CRU) has justified the increase, stating that network charges are essential for ongoing investments in the electricity … Read more
In a blow to Google Ireland, the South Dublin County Council (SDCC) on Tuesday rejected the tech giant’s planning application to set up a new data centre at Grange Castle Business Park in south Dublin. The council’s refusal was based on concerns about “the existing insufficient capacity in the electricity network (grid) and the lack … Read more
Ireland Finance Minister Jack Chambers is considering to extend the bank levy as part of the upcoming Budget 2025, RTE reported. The levy, which was first introduced in 2014, has been extended several times over the past decade and is set to raise around €200 million this year alone. The bank levy is calculated based … Read more
A new analysis has revealed that having three penalty points on your driving license in Ireland could increase your motor insurance premium by 10 per cent, RTE reported. Nearly half a million drivers across the country are paying significantly more for insurance, with some facing additional costs of over €1,000 due to poor driving habits, … Read more
Immigration to Ireland has reached a 17-year high, while emigration from the country also hit its highest level since 2015, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The data revealed that Ireland’s population rose by 98,700 in the year leading up to April 2024, bringing the total population to 5.38 million. This … Read more
Dublin’s new traffic restrictions on the Quays are showing promise, despite a slight increase in cars on Tuesday. The plan, which began on Sunday, aims to reduce private vehicles driving through the city center. More cars were seen today, likely due to bad weather and schools reopening. However, traffic still flowed better than before the … Read more
In a startling revelation, PrepayPower, a leading prepay energy and broadband provider in Ireland, has been ordered to refund over €272,000 to customers who were billed for services they never requested. The company, operated by Yuno Ltd, is also facing a €9,300 penalty from the communications regulator ComReg. According to Irish Examiner, the investigation by … Read more
In a development that could put the brakes on Cork’s infrastructure ambitions, some of Ireland’s most significant road projects are facing potential delays due to funding uncertainties, according to the head of the country’s road-building agency. According to Irish Examiner, Peter Walsh, Chief Executive of Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), has sounded the alarm on the … Read more