Taoiseach and Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has announced his new Cabinet, revealing significant changes and several promotions across ministerial roles. Of the 15 senior ministerial positions, only Fine Gael’s Peter Burke retains his previous role, while Fianna Fáil’s Charlie McConalogue is the sole minister demoted from Cabinet. Key appointments include: Taoiseach: Micheál Martin Tánaiste, … Read more
New research shows that over two-thirds of retail workers in Ireland have experienced abusive or inappropriate language or behaviour from the public, with one in five encountering such behaviour on a weekly basis. The survey, commissioned by Circle K, Maxol, and MrPRICE Branded Bargains, also found that nearly three-quarters of retail employees have witnessed abuse … Read more
The majority of Status Red wind warnings have been lifted as the country begins to assess the widespread damage caused by Storm Éowyn. The storm brought record-breaking gusts of 183 km/h, leaving over 800,000 homes, farms, and businesses across the island without power. According to ESB Networks, around 725,000 customers in the Republic of Ireland … Read more
Ireland Reels as Storm Éowyn Delivers Unprecedented Wind Speeds Storm Éowyn battered the Irish coast on Friday, delivering record-breaking wind gusts that reached an extraordinary 183 kilometers per hour at Mace Head in Galway. The meteorological station was forced offline shortly after 6 am, marking a dramatic testament to the storm’s unprecedented intensity. Met Éireann … Read more
Storm Éowyn has caused unprecedented disruption to public transportation across Ireland, with multiple operators warning of extensive service interruptions and potential long-term impacts. Iarnród Éireann faces significant challenges in resuming train services, with the rail network requiring comprehensive safety assessments following the storm’s destructive path. The company has indicated that both Dart and intercity rail … Read more
Storm Éowyn has caused significant disruption to air travel across Ireland, with major airports reporting extensive flight cancellations: Dublin Airport: 135 departing flights cancelled 110 arriving flights cancelled Majority of morning flights affected Ireland West Airport Knock: Closed until 1 PM All flights cancelled Shannon Airport: All morning flights cancelled or delayed Some later flights … Read more
The Chair of the National Emergency Coordination Group has warned that Storm Éowyn will bring severe and dangerous conditions, posing a significant risk to life and property. Speaking during a briefing this afternoon, Keith Leonard described Éowyn as one of the most perilous storms Ireland has faced, with wind speeds expected to exceed 130km/h. “We … Read more
Micheál Martin has been elected as the Republic of Ireland’s prime minister (Taoiseach) for a second term. Lawmakers voted 95 to 76 on Thursday to confirm the Fianna Fáil leader’s nomination. Martin will head a coalition government comprising the two largest centre-right parties, along with support from independent lawmakers. The vote was delayed by a … Read more
An Post has confirmed no postal deliveries or collections tomorrow, with post offices closed during red weather warnings. Services will resume Saturday, including social welfare payments. Public transport, schools, and creches will also halt operations during the warning. Employers are urged to enable remote work. Carlow Weather’s Alan O’Reilly warns of potentially record-breaking winds exceeding … Read more
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is battling a technical issue preventing driving instructors from uploading learner progress due to a system limitation with seven-digit log book codes. Key Issues: RSA ran out of six-digit log book numbers in December New seven-digit codes cannot be processed in current system Instructors cannot upload lesson records Learners may … Read more
Road safety campaigners in Ireland are urging Google to disable its navigation alerts for garda checkpoints and speed traps, arguing that the feature could undermine efforts to catch dangerous drivers and save lives. The Irish Road Victims’ Association (IRVA) and Parc have thrown their support behind Green Party Councillor Oliver Moran’s campaign to remove the … Read more
Met Éireann has issued its highest-level weather warning for Cork, Clare, Kerry, and Limerick as Storm Éowyn approaches Ireland, bringing potentially life-threatening conditions with winds expected to exceed 130km/h on Friday morning. The status red warning, in effect from 3am to 10am Friday, warns of “severe, damaging, and destructive” winds that pose a significant danger … Read more
Ireland’s planned rollout of digital driving licences has been pushed back to later this year following accessibility concerns identified during pilot testing. The digital licence will be part of a broader “digital wallet” initiative that allows citizens to store official documents on their smartphones. The new system, which has received €20 million in funding for … Read more
Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin is set to reclaim the position of Taoiseach today as part of a carefully planned transition that will reshape Ireland’s government leadership and Cabinet composition. The day begins at 11 AM in Leinster House, where early proceedings are expected to be marked by controversy over speaking rights for the Regional … Read more
A controversy has erupted in the Dáil over the decision to allow four Regional Independent TDs to speak from opposition benches despite their involvement in drafting and supporting the new government’s programme. Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy’s ruling to temporarily grant opposition speaking rights to Michael Lowry, Danny Healy-Rae, Barry Heneghan, and Gillian Toole has sparked … Read more