Ireland has supported a declaration by the Benelux Countries that expresses grave concern regarding the Hungarian Parliament’s adoption of amendments to a bill that discriminate against the LGBTQI+ community in Hungary. The Minister of State for European Affairs, Thomas Byrne, T.D. gave Ireland’s support to the declaration at the General Affairs Council Meeting in Luxembourg … Read more
A huge investment in tourism is set to deliver a quartet of unique new attractions on the Emerald Isle. The exciting new best-in-class experiences are planned for counties Cavan, Donegal, Dublin and Mayo, following the most significant investment in tourist attractions ever undertaken by the Irish Government. The €73 million investment from Fáilte Ireland and … Read more
The Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Mr. Michael McGrath T.D. and the Minister for Health, Mr. Stephen Donnelly, T.D. welcomed the funding provided by the European Commission of €311m for the purchase of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). They also acknowledged the collective efforts undertaken by the Regional Assemblies and the staff of the Health … Read more
The Minister for Social Protection, Heather Humphreys T.D, has today announced that funding for the School Meals Programme will continue throughout the summer holidays. Minister Humphreys said she wanted to reassure parents and school authorities that this vital support will remain in place during the school recess.Funding under the School Meals Programme is normally confined … Read more
170 schools have today been notified that they have been selected for inclusion in the first round of the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Programme to support walking and cycling infrastructure for primary and post-primary schools. The scheme was announced in March of this year, with 932 schools (representing almost one in four schools in … Read more
The Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly TD, has announced his intention to add Mongolia to the list of designated States. This decision was taken following advice received by the Chief Medical Officer. With effect from 04:00am on Tuesday 22nd June, passengers that arrive in Ireland having been in, or transited through Mongolia in the previous 14 days must enter Mandatory Hotel Quarantine. … Read more
Gardaí are continuing to receive reports from the public of Spam automated calls to mobile phones from fraudsters claiming to be from Government and State Agencies. In recent days Gardaí have had reports of automated calls from numbers with 085 /087 prefixes purporting to be from the Department of Social Protection. An automated message informs … Read more
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Simon Coveney, T.D., and Minister of State for European Affairs, Thomas Byrne, T.D welcomed the announcement today (17 July) that the Council of the EU and the European Parliament reached agreement on the €5 billion Brexit Adjustment Reserve. In recognition of being the Member State most impacted by Brexit, Ireland … Read more
The new Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Colm Kelleher was elected this evening at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Cork City Council.The Ballincollig-based Fianna Fáil councillor was elected 21 votes to 7.Due to Covid-19 restrictions, this year’s AGM took place at Coláiste Choilm in Ballincollig rather than in the traditional setting of the Council … Read more
Sulphur dioxide was detected in the below batch of Golden Lion Dried Shiitake Mushrooms, but it was not declared on the label. This may make the affected batch unsafe for consumers who are allergic to or intolerant of sulphur dioxide or sulphites. Summary Allergy Alert Notification: 2021.A15 Allergen(s): Sulphur dioxide and sulphites Product Identification: Golden … Read more
COVID Vaccine registration will open tomorrow for 35 to 39 year olds, starting with people aged 39. Registration will be available for people aged 38 on Monday, 37 on Tuesday, 36 on Wednesday and 35 on Thursday. You’ll need your PPSN, Eircode, mobile phone number and email address to register online.
The Taoiseach has said Ireland is on target to introduce the EU Digital Covid Certificate from 19 July. The new European-wide system, which will come into operation in a number of countries from 1 July, is designed to enable people to travel across the bloc. Speaking in Cork, Micheál Martin said while 19 July is … Read more
Dublin City Council is proud to announce that it has painted a rainbow walk on Capel St in partnership with Dublin Pride. It was painted onto the street overnight outside PantiBar by a crew from the Traffic Section.The idea for the rainbow walk, believed to be the first of its kind in this country, … Read more
A new initiative by the Migrant Nurses Ireland is getting launched on 26th June, 2021 at 12.30 pm aiming at a customised professional development programme for all migrant nurses working in Republic of Ireland. The official launch webinar on “Health and Wellness of Migrant Healthcare Workers during COVID – 19 and Beyond” will be lead … Read more
Pharmacies around the country have joined the vaccine roll out effort this week as they begin to administer the Johnson & Johnson jab, also known as Janssen. The single-dose vaccine will now be available from participating pharmacies for those over 50 years of age who have not yet received their jab. There are at least 28 participating … Read more