Ireland’s inflation rate held broadly steady at 2.7% in the year to January, easing slightly from the previous month, according to the latest Consumer Price Index figures from the Central Statistics Office. While the overall rate of price growth has stabilised, several everyday essentials continue to rise faster than the headline figure. Education services recorded … Read more
County councils along Ireland’s east coast have issued public safety warnings after the highly poisonous plant hemlock water dropwort, often known as “dead man’s fingers”, was found washed up on several beaches. The toxic plant has recently been reported on beaches in Co Meath, Co Wicklow and Dublin. Sightings have been confirmed at Bettystown and … Read more
Ireland has stepped up efforts to secure direct air connectivity with India, as Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers held talks with senior executives from Air India and IndiGo during an official visit to India. The meetings took place as part of a broader EU–India trade mission. Minister Chambers said direct flights between the two … Read more
Sanjo Sunil, an Indian-origin resident in Ireland, has been found dead at his home in Charlestown, Finglas, Dublin. He was 31. Initial indications suggest suicide is suspected. Authorities are understood to be carrying out the required inquiries and post-incident formalities. Sanjo had arrived in Ireland around a year ago after previously working in Israel. He … Read more
The Irish government has approved draft legislation that would introduce strict new restrictions on social media use by children under the age of 16. The decision was signed off at a Cabinet meeting today, marking one of the most significant proposed changes to online safety laws in Ireland. What the new law proposes The bill … Read more
The Darragh O’Brien and Ministers for Transport have announced €1.5 million in funding for national, regional and local roads, as part of a broader roads package that represents a 13% increase compared to 2025. Major allocation for regional and local roads A total of €718 million has been allocated for regional and local roads. This … Read more
A concerning rise in uninsured vehicles is placing added pressure on motorists across Ireland. According to the Motor Insurers’ Bureau of Ireland (MIBI), around 8% of vehicles — roughly one in eight — are currently being driven without insurance. That equates to an estimated 188,000 uninsured vehicles on Irish roads. How this affects ordinary drivers … Read more
Ireland has introduced significant changes to its student visa system, with a new accreditation framework called TrustEdnow in effect from the 15th of this month. The reform is aimed at tightening oversight of international education providers and preventing misuse of student visas. The TrustEd initiative, introduced by the Department of Justice, is designed to ensure … Read more
The Irish government has announced a major expansion of third-level places in healthcare courses, with more than 1,100 additional college places to be made available nationwide. The move is backed by a €28.5 million investment, aimed at strengthening Ireland’s future healthcare workforce. The expansion will benefit students hoping to pursue degrees in: Medicine Dentistry Pharmacy … Read more
There’s positive news for homebuyers. Mortgage interest rates in Ireland have dropped to their lowest level in three years. According to the Central Bank of Ireland, the average mortgage rate in December 2025 stood at 3.50%, down from 3.53% in November and 3.80% a year earlier. Across the eurozone, the December average was 3.32%, meaning … Read more
The West Link on the M50 was closed last night following a road accident that caused major disruption. The collision occurred at around 8.20pm near Divis Junction, leading to severe traffic congestion in the area. Authorities closed both directions of the road while emergency crews worked at the scene. Emergency services arrived shortly after the … Read more
Ireland rejected nearly 63,000 visa applications over the past two years, according to figures released by the Department of Justice. At the same time, more than 321,000 visas were granted in 2024 and 2025, showing continued strong demand to travel, study and work in Ireland. Strong approval rate for Indian-origin applicants In 2025 alone, 72,137 … Read more
Ireland is set to experience a sharp turn in the weather later this week, with severe cold, frost and icy conditionsforecast across the country. According to Met Éireann, an Arctic air mass is moving in behind several days of heavy rain. As the colder air arrives, temperatures are expected to drop sharply, with overnight lows … Read more
Social media platforms earned an estimated €32 million from Irish users through fraudulent advertisements last year, according to a new study by Juniper Research. The report highlights that despite repeated warnings from authorities and consumer groups, many users continue to fall victim to scam ads circulating on major social media platforms. According to the study: … Read more
The European Commission has announced a major reform of the EU visa system, extending the current 90-day Schengen stay limit to 180 days for selected categories of non-EU professionals. The decision was announced on January 29 as part of a broader strategy to boost economic growth and attract global talent. Who benefits from the new … Read more