Refugees face five-year wait for citizenship as income thresholds rise sharply for workers The government has announced sweeping changes to citizenship and family reunification rules for non-European Economic Area workers and international protection applicants in Ireland, drawing sharp criticism from migrant rights advocates who say the restrictions have gone too far. Under the new regulations, … Read more
Late-night Christmas services to commence as bridge reconstruction completed The Red Luas Line at George’s Dock will officially reopen on Friday following three months of closure after a major fire severely damaged the bridge on 19 August. No one was injured in the incident, but the blaze caused extensive damage to the bridge structure, forcing … Read more
O’Callaghan says immigrants must be self-sufficient as family reunification requirements tighten Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan has mounted a robust defense of Ireland’s tougher immigration reforms, declaring that “no one is being forced to come to Ireland” and that immigrants do not have an automatic right to bring their entire families to the country. “People come … Read more
Night services announced for Christmas period as repairs to George’s Dock bridge completed The Red Luas line will fully reopen tomorrow following completion of repairs to George’s Dock bridge, which was severely damaged in a fire over three months ago. The section of the line between Connolly and The Point has been shut down since … Read more
Majority of 650 children presenting to emergency departments show fever symptoms Children’s Health Ireland has issued an urgent warning to parents after a significant surge in flu cases among children over the past week, with the majority of young patients presenting to emergency departments showing fever symptoms. On Monday alone, most of the 650 children … Read more
Rental watchdog maintains Rent Pressure Zones are containing inflation despite rising terminations Landlords issued 5,405 termination notices in the three months to the end of September, marking a 35 percent annual increase and a 14.3 percent rise on the previous quarter, according to new figures from the Residential Tenancies Board. The data reveals the second … Read more
Fourth avian influenza detection this month prompts restrictions A turkey farm in County Laois housing 30,000 birds has tested positive for avian influenza, marking the fourth bird flu outbreak in Ireland this month as authorities struggle to contain the disease’s spread. Restrictions have been imposed on the area surrounding the affected farm as part of … Read more
Five-year investment programme includes MetroLink, BusConnects expansion and Western Rail Corridor Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien has unveiled an ambitious five-year transport investment plan featuring major rail, road and public transport projects including DART extension to Wicklow Town, a new Spencer Dock station, and significant road upgrades across the country. The National Development Plan Sectoral Plan … Read more
New consumer protection law targets telecom industry price increases Consumers could soon gain the legal right to leave mobile and broadband contracts without penalty if providers announce price increases, under new legislation set to be considered by Cabinet today. The measure, introduced by Communications Minister Patrick O’Donovan, aims to protect consumers from uncontrolled rate increases … Read more
New measures expected to significantly reduce arrivals to Ireland A new immigration policy that will tighten entry requirements and restrict family reunification opportunities is set to be presented to the Cabinet today by Justice and Home Affairs Minister Jim O’Callaghan. The policy represents a significant shift in Ireland’s approach to immigration, with stricter criteria expected … Read more
Basil Varghese (39), originally from Thekkumkudi, Vakkuvalli, Vengoor, Perumbavoor, has passed away in Ireland. Basil, who lived with his family in Castlebar, County Mayo, suddenly collapsed at home and was immediately rushed to hospital, where he was pronounced dead. He is survived by his wife Kuku Basil and their daughter. Funeral arrangements will be announced … Read more
Finance Minister Simon Harris signs order making Ireland first to mandate rural cash access A groundbreaking new law requiring financial institutions to ensure ATM availability within a 10-kilometer radius of any location in Ireland comes into force this week, marking one of the first major actions by newly appointed Finance Minister Simon Harris. Harris signed … Read more
A 14-year-old boy suffered a scald injury on a Ryanair flight to Greece after hot tea spilled on his right foot, the Circuit Civil Court heard. Judge Sinéad McMullan was told that cabin crew did not provide immediate assistance, leaving the boy’s father to bring him to the toilet and cool the burn with water. … Read more
A woman is receiving treatment for serious burn injuries following an alleged assault at a home in Clondalkin, west Dublin. The incident occurred around 10.10am on Tuesday, and a man was also taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Gardaí have preserved the scene for a technical examination and have appointed a senior investigating officer. … Read more
Taxi drivers are set to intensify their campaign against Uber’s new fixed-fare model after their union said no stakeholder responded to their deadline for talks. A major protest is planned in Dublin this Thursday at 4.30pm, with organisers apologising for the disruption but insisting the action is necessary due to mounting financial strain. Drivers argue … Read more