Tommie Gorman, the respected former RTÉ journalist, has passed away at the age of 68. Born in Sligo, Gorman dedicated over 40 years to RTÉ, Ireland’s national broadcaster. He was well-known for his role as the northern editor, a position he held until his retirement in 2021. Gorman’s career with RTÉ was marked by his … Read more
Ireland has registered a record rise in the number of people treated for drug addiction, according to the Health Research Board (HRB). A total of 13,104 drug treatment cases were recorded last year, an increase of more than 1,000 cases in comparison to 2022. As per HRB findings, there has been a sharp increase in … Read more
Around 97 per cent of people employed in public jobs were white Irish, a new research has found, while highlighting that the country’s civil service “does not reflect the diversity in wider Irish society”. The research on equality in the Irish public service stated that strict eligibility criteria have made it difficult for skilled migrants … Read more
Yesterday, Ireland recorded its hottest day of the year with temperatures soaring to 26.5 degrees Celsius at Phoenix Park in Dublin. This surpassed the weather department’s earlier prediction of 25 degrees Celsius. Starting today, however, temperatures are expected to drop across the country. The forecast indicates generally cloudy weather with periods of drizzle and rain. … Read more
Dublin – Indian travelers are flocking to Schengen countries following the European Commission’s simplification of visa rules. Starting April 18, Indian nationals can now apply for multiple-entry Schengen visas with longer validity periods. Those with a consistent travel history can receive visas valid for up to two years, and even five-year visas if their passports … Read more
At the North South Ministerial Council (NSMC) Tourism Sectoral meeting this morning, Minister for Tourism Catherine Martin and Minister for the Economy Conor Murphy reaffirmed their commitment to sustainable tourism. This meeting, the first since the Northern Ireland Executive’s restoration in February, saw both ministers sign a Joint Ministerial Statement supporting sustainable tourism. They emphasized … Read more
Michael McGrath, Ireland’s Finance Minister, is set to become the country’s new European Commissioner. His journey began in Greenmount Buildings, Cork City, where he grew up as the fourth of seven children. The McGrath family moved to Passage West when he was three, and his mother still lives there. Tragically, his father Jack passed away … Read more
The Department of Transport in Ireland is planning to abolish paper discs for tax, insurance, National Car Test (NCT), and Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test (CVRT) documents displayed on vehicle windscreens. The proposal aims to digitize these records, following the example of several other European countries, including the UK, which transitioned to digital records a decade … Read more
A Canadian tourist was left critically injured after he was attacked by two assailants in Dublin city centre in the early hours of Sunday, the Irish Mirror reported. The man, who is in 40s, was attacked on Cathal Brugha Street, close to O’Connell Street, around 1am. He was understood to be battling for his life … Read more
Immigration remains the pressing issue for most of the Irish citizens for the second consecutive month and for the fourth time this year, according to a report in The Irish Times. The issue of immigration was closely following by the housing crisis in the country, as per the findings of the monthly poll conducted on … Read more
Ireland’s National Transport Authority has marginally hiked the prices of public transport services — Luas, Dublin Bus and Iarnrod Eireann rail — as part of the first phase of the 2024 fares plan. While short journey fares were increased for Luas and Dublin Bus services from June 23, the increased fares will be applicable for … Read more
The introduction of the Government’s Deposit Return Scheme has led to a noticeable improvement in the cleanliness of Irish streets, according to a national litter survey by An Taisce for Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL). The survey found an increase in the number of towns reaching high cleanliness standards, with fewer areas being heavily littered. … Read more
Hundreds of Indian nurses who were banned from obtaining Irish visas for five years due to a recruitment scam can now breathe a sigh of relief. The Migrant Nurses Ireland (MNI) successfully intervened, leading to the lifting of the ban. Last year, a man named Suraj in Dublin swindled large sums of money from nurses … Read more
Fuel prices in Ireland have decreased, offering some relief to drivers. According to the AA Fuel Price Survey’s June report, petrol prices have dropped by an average of 4 cents per liter, while diesel prices have fallen by 5 cents per liter. This brings the average price of petrol to 1.79 euros per liter and … Read more
Today’s weather will reach highs of 21 degrees with sunny spells and some drizzle in the west. The morning will start largely dry and bright, but clouds will build in the west, bringing patchy rain or drizzle. Elsewhere, it will stay dry with sunny spells, with temperatures ranging from 17 to 21 degrees. Tonight will … Read more