Irish Rail issued close to €31,000 in refunds to passengers over an 18-month period due to trains that were delayed by at least an hour, RTE reported. A total of 1,794 passengers were compensated during this period with either 50 per cent of their fare for delays between 60 and 120 minutes or a full … Read more
In a significant expansion of the role of pharmacy, an expert taskforce has recommended that pharmacists in Ireland should be able to prescribe for a range of common conditions. An initial list of eight conditions — allergic rhinitis, cold sores, conjunctivitis, impetigo, oral thrush, shingles, cystitis, and vulvovaginal thrush — have been recommended by the … Read more
Customers in Dublin, as well as parts of Kildare and Wicklow, are likely to face water supply disruption due to a critical repair work on a major pipeline that supplies the Greater Dublin Area (GDA). In a statement, Uisce Eireann said it is carrying out repair works to the pipeline connecting Ballymore Eustace Water Treatment … Read more
New data reveals a stark divide in electric vehicle (EV) adoption across Ireland, with rural areas lagging behind their urban counterparts. While counties like Wicklow see one in five new cars as electric, in Roscommon, it’s just one in 29 since 2020. Currently, there are 110,000 EVs on Irish roads, but with the government’s ambitious … Read more
The Irish government’s decision to spend €160 million annually on tax cuts for landlords is under scrutiny, as doubts emerge over the so-called “exodus” of landlords from the rental market. According to The Journal, the tax relief, introduced to keep landlords from leaving and to stabilize rent prices, will cost taxpayers €160 million a year … Read more
The strength of Ireland’s Defence Forces has fallen below 6,000 for the first time in recent history, sparking concerns about the military’s ability to operate effectively. As of June 30, 2023, the total number of personnel stood at just 5,959, with the army suffering the most significant decline. According to Irish Examiner, this figure is … Read more
Four people were arrested yesterday during an anti-immigration protest in Dundalk, County Louth. The demonstration, held on Jocelyn Street, was met with a counter-protest, leading to tensions between the two groups. According to The journal, the protestors were reportedly targeting a local hostel housing Ukrainian refugees. Gardaí intervened and arrested four individuals under Public Order … Read more
Starting today, airlines and ferry companies bringing passengers to Ireland without proper travel documentation will face steeper penalties. The maximum fine has been raised from €3,000 to €5,000, according to the Department of Justice. This move is part of a broader effort to curb illegal immigration, a growing concern in Ireland. Justice Minister Helen McEntee … Read more
Met Éireann has issued a weather update, predicting a mix of showers and thunderstorms early in the morning for north Leinster, Ulster, and Connacht. However, the weather will improve significantly throughout the day, with mostly dry and sunny conditions expected across the country. Temperatures will range from 17°C to 23°C, with light to moderate westerly … Read more
Dublin is set to roll out the green carpet today as Ireland welcomes home its 133 athletes from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The nation is celebrating its most successful Olympics ever, with the team bringing back an impressive medal haul that has made history. According to Irishexaminer, the athletes will be honored with a … Read more
Belfast, Northern Ireland – A mosque in Newtownards was targeted in a racially motivated attack early this morning as violence continues to grip Belfast. A petrol bomb was thrown at the mosque on Greenwell Street at around 1 a.m., but fortunately, it failed to ignite. Racist graffiti was also sprayed on the building, adding to … Read more
The Department of Integration had to spend €22,000 on new tents and sleeping bags for asylum seekers after their makeshift shelters were destroyed during a clean-up operation in Dublin on March 16, just before St. Patrick’s Day. According to Irish mirror, the operation targeted an encampment on Mount Street Lower, where around 200 male refugees … Read more
DUBLIN — LCC emerged as the champions of the Hats Cricket Tournament 2024, following a thrilling win against Dublin United in the final. Held over two days, August 4-5, the tournament displayed some of the finest cricket of the season, culminating in a closely contested final. In the final match, Dublin United set a challenging … Read more
In a significant step forward for long-term carers, nearly 500 individuals have been awarded a State Pension for the first time under new legislation that took effect in January 2024. The law, introduced by Minister for Social Protection Heather Humphreys TD, allows carers who have dedicated over 20 years to looking after incapacitated individuals to … Read more
Irish sprinting sensation Rhasidat Adeleke is set to capture the nation’s attention tonight as she prepares for the highly anticipated women’s 400m final at the Paris Olympics. The 21-year-old from Tallaght has already scripted history, becoming the first Irish woman to make a sprint final at an Olympic Games. The race at the Stade de … Read more