Amidst uproar over the relocation of refugees from Mount Street in Dublin, Minister of Integration Roderick O’Gorman assures that no one was forced out. Allegations of displacing refugees for St. Patrick’s Day festivities were dismissed by the government. The move was prompted by dire conditions at the previous site, where refugees endured makeshift tents lacking … Read more
Ahead of the June 7 council elections, Green Party South Dublin Candidate Jithin Ram has released a campaign video, urging the large Indian-Origin community in the country to vote directly. Known for his entrepreneurial ventures like Sheela Palace and Rose Malayalam, as well as his legal expertise in immigration and property matters at Lewis Kennedy … Read more
Dublin – Ireland was awash with jubilation yesterday as the nation came together to commemorate St. Patrick’s Day, a cherished tradition steeped in history and culture. Despite falling on a Sunday this year, the festivities captured the hearts of the Irish people and visitors alike. Honoring St. Patrick, Ireland’s revered patron saint, and the introduction … Read more
Yesterday saw Irish Taoiseach Leo Varadkar meet with US President Joe Biden at The White House as part of the annual St. Patrick’s visit. Varadkar utilized this opportunity to address significant global issues including the conflict in Gaza, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Northern Ireland, and the situation of undocumented Irish immigrants in the US. Despite … Read more
Dublin welcomes the arrival of skilled refugees under the Displaced Talent for Europe (DT4E) initiative, aimed at addressing the shortage of skilled workers. The first group, comprising professionals in healthcare, telecommunications, cybersecurity, and IT, has landed in Ireland, with more expected soon. Employers like the HSE and Entegro are among the first to hire from … Read more
In a significant move aimed at supporting workers’ health and financial well-being, Ireland has extended its sick pay scheme, now allowing individuals to claim up to €550. Effective since January 1, this new law ensures that all workers, including those on probation, interns, apprentices, and agency staff, are eligible for sick pay. Under the statutory … Read more
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has issued a warning regarding the looming threat of a measles outbreak in Ireland. According to the latest report from the Health Protection Surveillance Center (HPSC), vaccination rates across the country are significantly below the required level to prevent the spread of the disease effectively. Counties Louth and Meath have … Read more
Authorities in Tallaght are appealing to the public for help in finding 42-year-old Ram Rijal, who vanished from his residence in Deerpark on March 12. Described as 5ft 7 inches tall, slim, with black hair, his family is deeply worried about his safety. They urge anyone with information to contact Tallaght Garda Station at 01 … Read more
Since its launch in early February, Ireland’s Deposit Return Scheme has gained momentum, despite a slow start. Over 5 million drink containers have been collected, with a significant increase in returns recently. The scheme adds 15c to the price of plastic bottles and cans, refundable through reverse vending machines at supermarkets. A 25c deposit is … Read more
In a stunning turn of events, Fianna Fáil leader Senator Lisa Chambers, who spearheaded the YES campaign in crucial referendums, admitted to voting NO herself. Despite actively promoting a YES vote, Chambers cited last-minute concerns stemming from leaked legal advice as the reason for her change of heart. The referendum results, particularly regarding the removal … Read more
In a shocking revelation, it’s been exposed how private companies in Ireland are raking in millions by exploiting refugees and asylum seekers. Under the guise of providing emergency housing, these companies, many of which operate illegally and evade taxes, have pocketed over €20 million from the government. The situation worsened with the influx of Ukrainian … Read more
The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow warning for Cork and Kerry, signaling heavy rain and strong winds until 9 am tomorrow. This alert, active since 3 pm yesterday, highlights potential coastal waves and the risk of localized flooding. Experts advise caution as strong winds accompany the rain, posing challenges for residents and seafarers alike. … Read more
Around 200 individuals from Kerala, India lured by promises of nursing jobs in Ireland, find themselves banned for five years after their visa applications were rejected due to alleged submission of false documents. The applicants claim they were deceived by a recruitment agency based in Ernakulam, which charged them approximately 4 lakh rupees each. The … Read more
New data from the European Commission reveals that Ireland’s birth rate is at its lowest in six decades, with a 13.5% decrease in 2021-22. The country, once among the EU’s most populous, has now slipped to the ninth position in terms of population, down from fifth place a year ago. The EU average is 1.46 … Read more
In a vote held on Women’s Day, March 8, Ireland decided against amending its constitution’s definitions of family and care. The proposed Family Amendment, aiming to broaden the family definition beyond marriage, garnered only 32.31% support, with 67.69% favoring the status quo. Similarly, the proposal to revise the constitution’s stance on care responsibilities saw 73.93% … Read more