According to The Journal, a new report shows a 20% increase in identified human trafficking victims in Ireland over the past three years. But experts say this doesn’t necessarily mean trafficking itself is on the rise. The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (IHREC) released its Third National Anti-Human trafficking report today, revealing some eye-opening … Read more
Ireland’s housing crisis may be more severe than previously thought, according to a new report from the Central Bank. The bank estimates that the country needs about 52,000 new homes each year until 2050 to meet demand – a significant increase from current projections. This figure is nearly 20,000 more than the 32,695 homes completed … Read more
In a heartwarming gesture of international solidarity, Ireland is set to open its doors to young patients from Gaza. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly will present a plan to the Cabinet, proposing to bring approximately 30 children from the war-torn region to receive medical treatment on Irish soil. The initiative, expected to launch before the end … Read more
Tánaiste Micheál Martin has confirmed that an energy credit, set to be announced in Budget 2025, will be paid to households before the end of the year, RTE reported. With Budget 2025 just two weeks away, discussions are continuing on its final details, with Martin expected to meet with other Government party leaders to further … Read more
Michael McGrath has been appointed as the European Union’s new commissioner for Justice, following an announcement by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The appointment was revealed after a meeting with Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) in Strasbourg on Tuesday. The new team includes 11 female commissioners, representing 40 per cent of the … Read more
Justice Minister pushes for new law to protect public safety According to the Irish Examiner, Justice Minister Helen McEntee is set to propose new legislation that would prohibit the wearing of face masks during protests in Ireland. This move comes as part of an effort to balance the right to protest with public safety concerns. … Read more
E-commerce giant Amazon has ordered its employees to return to working at company offices five days a week beginning in January next year. The order effectively ends the remote working policy that has been in place since the Covid-19 pandemic. In a letter to employees posted to the company’s website, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said … Read more
In a bold move to improve road safety, Irish police are taking to the highways in an unexpected vehicle – a plain white truck. This unmarked Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) is the latest tool in the Garda arsenal to catch dangerous drivers in the act. Inspector Peter Woods, at the helm of this innovative approach, … Read more
In a startling revelation, Irish authorities have seized over 46,000 canisters of potentially lethal nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, in just the first eight months of 2024. This massive haul dwarfs last year’s total of 584 canisters, sparking urgent calls for new legislation to combat the growing crisis. The surge in seizures highlights … Read more
A majority of people living in Ireland would prefer the Universal Social Charge (USC) to be removed in the upcoming Budget 2025, rather than seeing an increase in the income tax threshold, according to a new poll. The poll, conducted by Red C/Business Post, revealed that 49 per cent of those surveyed were in favour … Read more
A total of 3,600 people will be granted Irish citizenship on Monday in three separate ceremonies to be held at the Convention Centre Dublin. Applicants from 143 different countries who now reside across 32 counties of Ireland will be conferred with Irish citizenship. The event adds to the 14 citizenship ceremonies already held this year, … Read more
A specialist housing association has helped nearly 700 people with severe mental health issues stay in their homes last year, but warns that progress could stall without government support. The Housing Association for Integrated Living (Hail) works across Ireland, focusing on individuals with mental health conditions who are on social housing lists. Vincent Walsh, a … Read more
Off the emerald shores of Ireland, beneath the churning Atlantic waves, lies a hidden world of shipwrecks. Each sunken vessel is a time capsule, preserving moments of triumph, tragedy, and the everyday lives of those who sailed these waters. From World War II tanks resting on the seabed to the weathered remains of Spanish Armada … Read more
In a move to ease the cost-of-living crunch, the Government is set to deliver not one, but two social welfare bonus payments before the curtain falls on 2023. This double whammy of financial support is part of a broader budget package aimed at helping Irish families weather the economic storm. The familiar Christmas bonus, a … Read more
According to Breaking News.ie, Irish authorities have seized a staggering €170 million worth of drugs so far this year, more than doubling last year’s figures. Revenue officials are reporting a “significant increase” in drug seizures across Irish ports and airports. In August alone, nearly €45 million in drugs were confiscated, including major busts at Dublin … Read more