The Irish government has launched a new plan to improve water quality and restore freshwater habitats across the country. Malcolm Noonan, the Minister of State for nature, heritage and electoral reform, announced the Water Action Plan 2024, calling it a crucial step towards meeting EU water quality standards. The plan aims to bring Ireland’s water … Read more
Ireland experienced its coolest summer in almost ten years, according to the latest seasonal weather assessment from Met Éireann. Despite the chilly temperatures, the country saw less rainfall compared to the previous year. The national average temperature for summer 2024 was 14.5°C, slightly below the long-term average. Met Éireann attributes this cooler weather to arctic … Read more
According to a recent study by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI), Ireland is facing a growing crisis of child poverty. The report reveals that up to a quarter of a million people in families with children under five are now living below the poverty line when housing costs are considered. The situation has … Read more
Passengers travelling through Dublin Airport have been subjected to temporary changes to regulations regarding the carrying of liquids in hand luggage. These changes apply to both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, with specific guidelines on liquids, aerosols, gels, and electronic items. In Terminal 1, all liquids must be in containers of 100mls or less, placed … Read more
Taoiseach Simon Harris is set to announce a €36 million aid package for Ukraine during his visit to Kyiv today. The Irish leader will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss Russia’s ongoing war and Ukraine’s path to EU membership. Key points of the visit: Harris and Zelenskyy will sign an agreement on support … Read more
Unemployment rate in Ireland dropped to 4.3 per cent in August, down from 4.7 per cent a month ago, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The CSO data said the seasonally adjusted number of unemployed people fell by 9,800, dropping from 134,400 in July to 124,600 in August. Despite the monthly … Read more
The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council, the country’s budget watchdog, has raised concerns about the government’s current spending approach. They warn that the “everything now” strategy could lead to problems down the road. The Council says the government is trying to do too much at once: cutting taxes, increasing daily spending, and ramping up long-term investment … Read more
Ireland is making strides in its fight against climate change, but needs to pick up the pace, according to the latest Climate Action Plan report. The country has shown some promising signs, with 20 out of 33 new climate actions completed on time in the first half of 2024. Even more encouragingly, greenhouse gas emissions … Read more
Uisce Éireann has launched a new free-to-use text alert service with an aim to keep customers informed about water supply issues and ongoing maintenance work. This service, now available to 1.6 million households across Ireland, will provide timely updates on both planned and unplanned water outages, according to the national water company. Customers can easily … Read more
Indian nationals had the highest median weekly earnings in Ireland last year, at €883.74, according to the latest data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). This was followed by those from the United Kingdom (€745.71), and Irish nationals (€728.03). According to CSO data, Indian nationals accounted for 2.6 per cent of total employments in 2023, … Read more
A significant decrease in electric vehicle (EV) sales has been recorded in the country this year, with just over 15,000 new EVs sold so far, according to new figures from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI). This represents a drop of more than 25 per cent compared to the same period last year. … Read more
A storm of controversy has erupted in Ireland as news broke of the government spending an eye-watering €336,000 on a bike shelter at Leinster House, the seat of the Irish Parliament. This extravagant expenditure for a facility that can accommodate just 18 bikes has left politicians and the public alike in disbelief. The project’s breakdown … Read more
Focus Ireland, a leading homeless charity, has revealed a sharp rise in demand for its services in 2023. The organization supported 18,000 people last year, marking a 12.5% increase from 2022. This surge highlights the growing need for more social housing in Ireland. Key points: Record-breaking homelessness: A new high of 14,429 people are currently … Read more
Dublin’s city center is getting a clean sweep! Starting September 16, businesses will have to say goodbye to their plastic garbage bags. The city council is rolling out a new plan to tidy up the streets and tackle the mess left by commercial rubbish. The changes mean no more plastic bags for business waste in … Read more
Announcing its new housing policy plan, Sinn Féin has pledged to invest up to €39 billion in social and affordable housing over five years to address Ireland’s housing crisis. The plan, titled ‘A Home Of Your Own’, aims to deliver 300,000 homes from 2025 onwards, marking a significant shift in the country’s housing strategy. It … Read more