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Ireland’s evictions hit an all-time record, unseen since the 1800s
Evictions from rented homes in Ireland have reached record levels, with housing observers warning the situation is the worst since 1850. Figures from the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) show that 5,405 eviction notices were issued in just three monthsduring the third quarter of 2025. That is a 35% increase year-on-year and the highest quarterly figure
Nurses and carers wanted in Ireland – Competitive pay
Ireland’s leading healthcare recruitment group, i2i, is inviting applications for Staff Nurses and Healthcare Assistantsacross all counties in Ireland. Roles are available in nursing homes and hospitals, with attractive salary packages. Who can apply Staff Nurses: Priority for NMBI-registered nurses currently based in Ireland. Others may also apply. Healthcare Assistants: Applicants must be currently working
Donegal records lowest house prices in Ireland as national property costs rise 7.6%
House prices in Ireland increased by 7.6 percent in the year to September, with Donegal remaining the most affordable county while Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown commands the highest prices, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The annual increase represents a slight acceleration from the 7.5 percent rise recorded in the year to August,
Ireland tightens immigration laws: 33 people involved in crimes deported
Ireland has deported 33 people convicted of serious offences, as part of a strengthened approach to immigration enforcement. The deportations were carried out by the Garda National Immigration Bureau. Authorities confirmed that 31 men and two women were removed from the country on a special charter flight on Sunday and returned to their home countries,
Germany announces visa-free transit for Indian passport holders, benefiting travelers including Irish residents
Germany has announced visa-free transit travel for Indian passport holders, eliminating the requirement for special transit visas when passing through German airports en route to other destinations. The decision will make international travel smoother, faster, and significantly reduce paperwork for Indian citizens. The announcement came in a joint statement issued during German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s
Portuguese Salvador Caetano group acquires Irish Cedar Motor Group
600-employee distributor of Nissan, Renault and Dacia changes hands after 50 years under Kuwaiti ownership One of Ireland’s largest motor distributors and retailers, the Cedar Motor Group, has been acquired by the Portuguese-based Salvador Caetano Group, marking the end of nearly 50 years of ownership by the Kuwaiti al-Babtain family. Cedar employs 600 people in
Bethsaida ‘Anointing of the Soul’ meditation retreat in Ennis from February 15
The Bethsaida Anointing of the Soul meditation retreat will be held in Ennis, offering three days of prayer, reflection, and spiritual renewal for individuals and families. The retreat will be led by Rev. Fr. Shaiju Naduvathani, Assistant Director of Anointing Fire Catholic Ministries(AFCM), along with Brother Shibu Kurian from AFCM UK. Event details Venue: St.
Amazon web services secures approval for three data centres in Dublin 15 after three-year wait
An Bord Pleanála has granted planning permission to Amazon Web Services for three new data centres in north Dublin, three years after plans were initially submitted in December 2022. Universal Developers LLC secured approval for the facilities with a combined power load of 73MW on a 65-acre site at Cruiserath Road, Dublin 15. Fingal County
Is your child into cricket? Swords Cricket Club launches junior training sessions
Swords Cricket Club is rolling out special cricket coaching for children under 13, aimed at introducing young players to the game in a fun, structured way. Junior indoor cricket – key details Who: Children under 13 When: Every Saturday, from February 7 to March 14 Time: 3.00 pm – 6.00 pm Sessions: 6 indoor sessions
