Two significant locations with deep astronomical heritage—Birr Castle Demesne in Offaly and Dunsink Observatory in west Dublin—have been added to Ireland’s tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Properties today, coinciding with World Heritage Day celebrations. Minister James Browne announced the additions, noting that increasing Ireland’s number of UNESCO World Heritage Properties remains a key government … Read more
A preferred 18km route for the proposed Luas light rail service in Cork has been unveiled, with a public consultation now open until June 9. The route would run from Ballincollig to Mahon Point, featuring 25 stops including key locations like Munster Technological University, Cork city centre, Kent Station, and Blackrock. Plans also include a … Read more
Met Éireann has warned that Ireland is set to experience increasingly “unsettled” weather conditions over the Easter weekend, with heavy rainfall and potential flooding expected in parts of the country. Status Yellow rain warnings have been issued for Cork and Kerry, coming into effect at 11pm tonight and remaining in place until noon on Friday. … Read more
Property prices across Ireland have increased by 8% in the year to February, according to the latest figures released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO). This represents a slight easing from the 8.2% annual growth recorded in January. The CSO Residential Property Price Index reveals significant regional variations, with prices outside Dublin climbing by 8.7%, … Read more
Motorists across Ireland have experienced a period of price stability at the pumps, with the latest AA Ireland Fuel Survey for April revealing that fuel prices have remained unchanged for the third month in a row. According to the report, petrol continues to be priced at an average of €1.80 per litre, while diesel holds … Read more
The Irish government has pushed back the timeline for implementing a living wage by three years, with the measure now set to take effect in 2029 rather than the previously planned 2026. Enterprise Minister Peter Burke confirmed the delay on Tuesday, explaining that immediate implementation would have required wage increases of 8-9% this year, which … Read more
Gardaí have raised alarm over the growing trend of so-called “citizen journalists” recording interactions with officers for social media content. At the annual conference of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI), calls were made for stronger protections to shield gardaí and their families from the mental strain caused by on-camera provocation. Inspector Amanda … Read more
Flexible or hybrid working arrangements remain a crucial factor for employee wellness, according to a new research from Ibec. In a survey of over 1,000 people, 68 per cent of employees identified hybrid or flexible work as essential to their wellbeing, while 35 per cent said they would consider leaving a high-paying job in favor … Read more
Irish households faced a substantial increase in health insurance costs last year, with premiums jumping by almost €146 despite a slowdown in insurance claims, according to the industry regulator. The annual market report from the Health Insurance Authority (HIA) revealed that insurers collected an additional €400 million from premiums in 2024 compared to 2023, as … Read more
State-funded hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for women will finally begin on June 1, nearly six months after it was originally scheduled to launch, Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill has announced. The scheme, which was unveiled as part of last October’s budget and initially promised for January 1, will provide patients with access to HRT products … Read more
U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that he is considering implementing tariffs on pharmaceutical imports in the “not too distant future,” once again specifically mentioning Ireland as a key pharmaceutical exporter to the United States. Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump suggested that new tariffs on the pharmaceutical industry would be similar to those recently … Read more
A significant temperature drop across Ireland marks a stark contrast from the recent warm spell, with Met Éireann forecasting frost and temperatures as low as -1 degrees Celsius tonight. Following days of glorious sunshine, today will remain dry for most areas with sunny spells and scattered showers, though Leinster and east Ulster will stay predominantly … Read more
Gardaí have reported that approximately 17 home burglaries occurred daily across Ireland during the winter period, marking a dramatic 75% reduction compared to a decade ago. Statistics released today from Operation Thor, which runs annually from October to March, show that just over 3,000 residential burglaries were reported during the most recent winter phase. This … Read more
The Defence Forces will soon join a European military intelligence-sharing network, enhancing Ireland’s maritime security capabilities amid increasing concerns about Russian naval activity in Irish waters. Tánaiste and Defence Minister Simon Harris has granted approval for Ireland to officially participate in the Common Information Sharing Environment (CISE), a European Union initiative that enables the exchange … Read more
Ireland’s sole vinyl record pressing plant has begun operations in Clane, County Kildare, filling a significant gap in the country’s music production landscape. Anthem Vinyl, which commenced production in early April, currently operates two pressing machines with the capacity to produce nearly 1,000 records per shift. The facility initially employs approximately 12 staff members, with … Read more