The HSE became aware of a significant ransomware attack on some of its systems overnight. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) was informed of the issue and immediately activated its crisis response plan.The NCSC is also engaging with EU and other international partners to share information on this incident and to ensure that the HSE … Read more
If you buy a car from a trader, your consumer rights are protected by law. The car must be as described, of satisfactory quality and fit for your purpose. If not, you may be entitled to a repair, the cost of a repair or some or all of your money back. If you buy at … Read more
The Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Leo Varadkar T.D. published updated guidance on ventilation, vaccinations and antigen testing to protect workers and help people get back to work. The updated Work Safely Protocol reflects the most up to date public health advice for the workplace. It sets out the range of measures … Read more
New legislation introduced on 1 August 2014, as part of the Road Traffic Act 2014, created the concept of a novice driver and changed the penalty point disqualification threshold for learner and novice drivers. Instead of the standard 12 points disqualification threshold, this was changed to a 7 point threshold . As a result of … Read more
With less than two months until the Government’s target date of giving 80% of adults in Ireland at least a first dose, almost 270,000 vaccines were administered in Ireland in the seven days up to Tuesday. Some 36% of people over the age of 16 have had a first dose, with 13.2% fully vaccinated.Almost 270,000 … Read more
Minister Patrick O’Donovan announced today that admission charges to all fee-paying open OPW heritage sites are being waived until the end of the year. This is in line with the Government’s recovery and reopening plan.This move will support the tourism industry and local businesses around the country by incentivising people to discover, enjoy and cherish the many … Read more
Mí Meath is aimed at keeping the local economy booming by encouraging consumers to spend in the county and keep money circulating in the locality.The Mí Meath prepaid, reloadable, contactless, chip ‘n’ pin cards can be spent online or instore anywhere in Meath in businesses registered in the county. The cards will be rewarding customers … Read more
Ireland’s health service says it has shut down its IT systems after being targeted in a “significant ransomware attack.” The Health Service Executive said Friday that the move was a precaution, and appointments for coronavirus vaccinations were not affected. Procedures were canceled at hospitals and Deputy Prime Minister Leo Varadkar said the disruption could last … Read more
Cork County Council Library & Arts Service informed that libraries are now open for borrowing.The Reference Library and Local Studies are operating a phone and email service only. Libraries are unable to offer newspapers, public computers, printing or study spaces at this time, but Self-service photocopying will be available. A few things to keep in mind … Read more
Seamus was an inspirational son of Derry who was well respected around the world for his literary works, critical writings and poetry.It is a day of great sadness for Irish Literature.Seamus Deane leaves behind a powerful legacy that will inspire generations of authors and poets. Seamus Deane’s contribution to critical and creative writing was delivered, … Read more
The Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Mr Michael McGrath TD, today published the General Scheme of the Protected Disclosures (Amendment) Bill following approval by Government earlier this week. The purpose of this Bill is to provide for the transposition of the EU Whistleblowing Directive into Irish law. Ireland is one of just 10 EU Member States … Read more
Despite the Covid 19 pandemic challenges the National Broadband Ireland had revealed that the national broadband rollout had been on a path of progress. Their spokesperson told that people were in need of high-speed internet access and the company’s main focus was to deliver this goal. NBI had connected 164 broadband connection points nationwide with … Read more
Garda have arrested three teenage boys on the incident in which a girl fell between the Dart and platform at Howth Junction, Dublin. The boys were found from North Dublin after the searches done by the Garda. Two boys are aged 16 while the other boy is just 13. Garda searched for the boys in … Read more
Bon Secours Cork Cancer Centre said that they deeply empathized with the pandemic situation in India. The hardships and trauma suffered by Indians and Covid frontline warriors are appreciable and as a gesture of showing humanity and solidarity to Indians, they are planning to send 12 Bi-Pap machines to India to tackle the Covid crisis.
An Taoiseach Micheál Martin opened the Creative Youth Conference 2021 “Creativity – the connection to the future, now” today.This online conference reflects on the achievements of Creative Youth and the challenges that lie ahead as to consider the strategies required to deliver positive, sustainable outcomes for children through their engagement with arts, culture and creativity. … Read more