Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan will today seek government approval for legislation introducing three new terrorism offences designed to combat the “foreign terrorist fighter phenomenon” and align Ireland’s counter-terrorism laws with European Union standards. The Terror Offences Bill proposes to criminalize receiving training for terrorism, travelling for the purpose of terrorism, and organizing or facilitating travel … Read more
EV charging network EasyGo has partnered with the Department of Transport to roll out a first-of-its-kind national pilot scheme designed to address one of the biggest barriers to electric vehicle adoption in Ireland. The new Shared Charging Initiative aims to solve the challenge faced by many urban and suburban residents who do not have access … Read more
Company culture has emerged as the most important consideration for Irish professionals when evaluating new job opportunities, with 43 percent ranking it above salary and other traditional incentives, according to new research. The findings from recruitment firm Robert Walters reveal a fundamental shift in workplace priorities as Ireland’s competitive job market forces employers to reconsider … Read more
Irish adults have reduced their alcohol consumption by almost 5 percent over the past year, continuing a downward trend that has persisted for more than two decades, according to new research. A report by economist Anthony Foley found that average alcohol consumption per adult fell by 4.5 percent last year to 9.49 litres of pure … Read more
Public confidence in An Garda Síochána has reached an all-time high of 89 percent, according to a comprehensive transformation report published by Garda Headquarters that details sweeping changes implemented across the force since 2018. The ‘Transforming An Garda Síochána 2018-2024’ report, released on Monday, showcases the most significant structural overhaul in the history of Irish … Read more
Secondary school teachers have voted overwhelmingly to reject government support measures for Leaving Certificate reforms and approved industrial action that could lead to strikes when the new academic year begins in September. The Association of Secondary Teachers in Ireland (ASTI) membership voted 68% to 32% against the Senior Cycle Redevelopment Implementation Support Measures, with a … Read more
An arson attack at a residential apartment block in Dublin has left dozens of residents temporarily homeless after a fire was deliberately set in an underground car park in the early hours of Friday morning. The incident occurred on Station Road in Hansfield, Dublin 15, prompting an immediate response from gardaí and emergency services who … Read more
Swimming has been banned for the entire 2025 bathing season at Sandymount Strand due to persistently poor water quality, while a temporary restriction remains in place at Dollymount Strand following suspected sewage discharge. The bathing season, which runs from June 1 to September 15, has begun with significant restrictions affecting two of Dublin’s most popular … Read more
EU transport ministers have approved a comprehensive overhaul of airline passenger rights that includes compensation of up to €500 for flight delays and more than 30 new or strengthened protections for travelers. The sweeping update represents the culmination of 12 years of negotiations and marks a significant shift toward putting passengers first with fairer, simpler, … Read more
Bank of Ireland has issued an urgent warning about a sophisticated text message scam that has seen a dramatic surge in reports, with daily incidents this week reaching 10 times the weekly numbers recorded in April and May. The elaborate fraud scheme tricks customers into transferring money to bogus “safe accounts” through convincing text messages … Read more
Ireland’s economy recorded a sharp 9.7 per cent growth during the first quarter of the year, largely fueled by a surge in exports — particularly from the pharmaceutical sector — just ahead of new tariffs introduced by the Donald Trump-led US administration. According to the Central Statistics Office (CSO), the robust figures were influenced by … Read more
A series of violent and anti-social incidents targeting members of Ireland’s expatriate community has prompted widespread outrage and a rapidly growing petition demanding immediate government intervention. The petition, launched by community advocate Jiby Seby Palatty on Change.org, has already gathered over 1,500 signatures. It calls on Irish authorities to address what many see as a … Read more
Deliveroo has launched drone deliveries in Dublin, marking the first time the global food delivery platform has offered aerial delivery service to customers anywhere in the world. The pioneering service begins with a test phase in Blanchardstown, where customers within a 3-kilometer radius can now order from local restaurants and receive their meals delivered by … Read more
The European Central Bank is expected to cut interest rates by a quarter of a percentage point today, marking the eighth reduction in the past 12 months as officials pivot from fighting inflation to supporting the struggling eurozone economy. Analysts widely anticipate another quarter-point reduction that would bring the central bank’s key deposit rate down … Read more
The Commission for Communications Regulation (ComReg) has launched a new initiative to help consumers identify and block scam text messages by requiring legitimate organizations to register their SMS sender IDs in a centralized database. The registry requires organizations that send text messages to customers, including banks, delivery services, and insurance providers, to register their official … Read more