Dublin City Council, in collaboration with the Land Development Agency (LDA), has initiated a promising endeavor to address housing needs in Dublin. Named the Bluebell Waterways development, the project aims to construct 400 social and affordable homes along the Grand Canal in Dublin 12. Comprising a mix of studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, the … Read more
In a significant move towards sustainable transportation, Limerick is set to become Ireland’s pioneer city with a fully electric bus service. Bus Éireann, the government-owned bus service company, unveiled plans to deploy 55 electric double-decker buses in the city. Currently, Limerick boasts 34 electric buses, with an additional 21 scheduled to join the fleet by … Read more
Ireland, famed for its agricultural prowess, is facing a looming issue: food security. Despite being a major exporter of food, the nation finds itself heavily reliant on imports for key staples. Shockingly, a whopping 83% of fruits and vegetables consumed in Ireland are not locally grown. While Ireland boasts being the third-largest butter exporter and … Read more
According to recent data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO), Ireland saw a modest decrease in inflation, dropping to 2.9% in the 12 months leading up to March 2024, down from 3.4% in February. This marks the fifth consecutive month that inflation has stayed below 5%. However, while overall inflation has eased, the prices of … Read more
The long-awaited children’s hospital in Dublin is nearing its final stages of completion, bringing hope and relief to Irish families. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly announced that the project, a dream cherished by the Irish people for years, is on track to be finalized this year. Set to be handed over in the last three months … Read more
In a bid to tackle the escalating number of road accidents and fatalities in Ireland, Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has introduced a new directive mandating all gardaí to engage in half-hour traffic road safety activities during each shift. The initiative, effective immediately, aims to enhance visibility and enforcement on busy roads. Under the directive, Regional … Read more
In a groundbreaking move, a leading hospital in Dublin has deployed robots to prepare and dispense cancer-fighting drugs. The Trinity St. James Cancer Institute at St. James University Hospital has pioneered this innovative approach, marking a first in both the UK and Ireland healthcare systems. The use of robots in mixing chemotherapy drugs not only … Read more
The Indian Embassy in Dublin has introduced new payment methods for consular services to enhance convenience for applicants. Effective immediately, fees for all consular applications submitted in person at the Embassy can now be paid using debit cards. Additionally, applicants opting for postal services can now make payments via bank transfer. In a recent announcement, … Read more
In a historic session on Tuesday, 37-year-old Simon Harris was elected as Ireland’s youngest Prime Minister. With 88 TDs backing his election and 69 opposing, Harris assumed office after Leo Varadkar’s resignation as Prime Minister and Fine Gael leader. His ascent to power followed his recent election as party leader at Fine Gael’s annual conference. … Read more
In a significant move aimed at curbing illegal immigration, the European Parliament has approved a new law despite opposition from countries like Poland. This law, which took eight years of discussions to materialize, emphasizes quicker border security and asylum processing within six months. The law’s focal points include reducing illegal immigration from regions like the … Read more
Attention all ice cream lovers! A recall alert has been issued for specific batches of Magnum Classic Ice Cream 3-pack due to a potential safety hazard. The affected batches, with batch codes L3324, L3325, L3326, L3327, and L3328, along with a best before end date of 11/2025, are being recalled because they might contain metal … Read more
For the tenth month in a row, global temperatures have surged to unprecedented levels, marking a worrying trend that underscores the urgency of climate action. According to EU scientists, each month since June 2023 has surpassed its own record for being the hottest ever recorded. March 2024 has now etched its name in history as … Read more
Simon Harris has been elected as Ireland’s 16th Taoiseach following a Dáil vote, securing a majority of 88 to 69. Proposed by Fine Gael and supported by Fianna Fáil, the Green Party, and several independents, Harris’s nomination faced opposition from other parties and independent groups, who called for an immediate election. During the debate, Tánaiste … Read more
A consortium from the Middle East is in the process of acquiring land for a new international airport near Arklow in County Wicklow, Ireland. The project aims to alleviate air traffic congestion and provide more cost-effective options for airlines compared to Dublin Airport. Reportedly, negotiations have led to an agreement to secure 600 acres of … Read more
Leo Varadkar has officially resigned from his position as Prime Minister of Ireland, marking the end of his four-year tenure. Varadkar submitted his resignation on Monday at 5:55 pm local time at the official residence of President Michael D. Higgins. Following the submission of his resignation letter to the President’s Secretary General, Varadkar returned around … Read more