A County Westmeath primary school has been ordered to pay €85,000 in discrimination compensation to a teacher following inappropriate comments made during a job interview about her maternity leave. The Workplace Relations Commission found that St Tola’s National School discriminated against teacher Emily Williams on the grounds of family status after principal Eileen Smyth told … Read more
The Irish government has unveiled new drone regulations that will impose fines of up to €500 on individuals who violate flying rules, as part of efforts to balance technological innovation with public concerns. Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien announced the fixed-charge penalties alongside the National Policy Framework for Unmanned Aircraft Systems, though final fine amounts are … Read more
The Irish government is facing calls to regulate the sale of nitrous oxide after the European Union classified the substance as toxic to human reproduction and the nervous system. Sinn Féin TD Mark Ward has drafted legislation to ban public sales of the substance, commonly known as “laughing gas,” which has become increasingly popular among … Read more
Students are being warned to verify letting agents’ credentials ahead of next week’s college offers, as accommodation scammers target desperate students seeking housing for the new academic year. With Leaving Certificate results released Friday and first-round college offers due Wednesday, August 27th, demand for student accommodation is expected to surge. The Property Services Regulatory Authority … Read more
Cork anglers fear up to 46,000 fish have died in what they describe as a catastrophic fish kill along a 30-kilometer stretch of the River Blackwater between Lombardstown and Killavullen, though state agencies estimate significantly lower numbers. Inland Fisheries Ireland confirmed it is investigating the large-scale fish mortality event, estimating between 8,000 and 10,000 wild … Read more
Around 100 demonstrators gathered outside Dublin’s Central Bank on Tuesday, calling on the institution to halt its approval of Israel bond sales in the EU ahead of a crucial renewal deadline next month. The protest targeted the Central Bank’s role as the designated EU authority for approving Israel bond sales, demanding the institution refuse renewal … Read more
Fine Gael will reopen nominations for its presidential candidate following a meeting of its Executive Council tonight, after Mairead McGuinness withdrew from the race last week on medical advice. The party announced that nominations will open at noon tomorrow and remain available for two weeks, requiring potential candidates to secure backing from 20 Parliamentary Party … Read more
Waterford train services will face significant weekday morning disruptions over the next six months as Irish Rail begins major flood prevention works designed to tackle recurring flooding that has plagued the line for years. The extensive engineering project aims to make the railway resilient to climate change impacts and address the persistent flooding issues that … Read more
Hospital overcrowding across western Ireland has reached crisis levels and requires urgent intervention from the Health Service Executive, the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation has warned following alarming patient data. Over 34% of patients waiting on trolleys nationwide on Monday were being treated in western hospitals, highlighting the disproportionate burden facing the region’s healthcare facilities. … Read more
Wendy’s, the iconic US fast-food chain famous for its square burgers and Frosty desserts, will open its first Irish restaurant in decades this October at Cork’s Mahon Point Shopping Centre. The new outlet will create 50 jobs, with recruitment already underway for full- and part-time positions. While Wendy’s briefly operated on Dublin’s North Earl Street … Read more
Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow thunderstorm warning for Cork, Kerry, and Limerick, effective from 9am until 6pm today as severe weather conditions threaten the southwestern counties. The national weather service has warned of potential localised flooding and power outages as a result of the extreme weather conditions. Lightning strikes could also cause damage … Read more
Chimneys, hot ashes, and soot remained the leading causes of domestic fires in Ireland last year, contributing to 25 fire-related deaths across the country, according to new national statistics. The figures from the National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management revealed that 21 of those who died in fire incidents were aged 55 or over, … Read more
Tens of thousands of Oasis fans are converging on Dublin for the first of two sold-out concerts at Croke Park, marking the Britpop legends’ return to Ireland after a 16-year hiatus. The 90s superstars will perform to 80,000 people each night at Croke Park on Saturday and Sunday, with temperatures expected to reach 24°C. Health … Read more
Almost 900 government-funded childcare providers have been approved to increase their fees this year, undermining efforts to reduce childcare costs for parents despite substantial state investment in the sector. The Department of Children received 1,145 fee increase applications for the 2024/2025 program year, with 898 services approved to increase at least one fee following the … Read more
Laya Healthcare will increase health insurance premiums by an average of 4.5% from October 1st, while retiring 10 existing plans and introducing three new options as part of a comprehensive product review. The price increases will affect customers renewing policies on or after October 1st, though those mid-contract will not see changes until their renewal … Read more