According to Breaking News.ie, Sinn Féin has unveiled an ambitious plan to slash childcare costs for Irish parents. The opposition party aims to cap daily childcare fees at just €10 per child, potentially transforming the lives of families across the country. Party leader Mary Lou McDonald highlighted the financial strain many parents face, comparing childcare … Read more
The European Central Bank on Thursday announced a second rate cut of the year by slashing its deposit rate by 25 basis points to 3.50 per cent. The move comes as a good news for tens of thousands of people with tracker mortgages who will see the benefit of the cut immediately. The Frankfurt-based central … Read more
Ireland’s annual inflation rate dropped to 1.7 per cent in August, down from 2.2 per cent in July, according to new data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). This marks the lowest inflation rate since June 2021. According to the CSO, this is the first time in over two years that the official measure of … Read more
After a cool spell, Ireland is set for a temperature rollercoaster, according to Met Éireann. Tonight, the mercury will plummet to a chilly 1 to 4 degrees, with the possibility of mist and even frost in some areas. However, the weekend promises a welcome change. Sunday will see temperatures climb to a pleasant 16 to … Read more
In a move to attract more recruits to An Garda Síochána, the Irish government has announced a significant increase in the Garda Training Allowance. Justice Minister Helen McEntee revealed that from October 1, trainee gardaí will receive €354 per week, up from the current €305. This raise comes on the heels of an earlier increase … Read more
According to the Irish Mirror, the student rental crisis in Ireland has reached alarming new heights, with reports of shared beds being offered to desperate students seeking accommodation. Student welfare officers have uncovered disturbing practices by some landlords, including locking kitchens at 8 pm and front doors at 10 pm if students aren’t home. University … Read more
Dublin Zoo’s elephant herd has made a full recovery from a dangerous virus outbreak that claimed two young elephants’ lives earlier this year, according to News Examiner. In July, two elephants, Zinda and Avani, died within a week of each other due to endotheliotropic herpesvirus (EEHV). This life-threatening virus affects elephants both in captivity and … Read more
The Irish government has given the green light to pump an extra €100 million into the First Home Scheme, bringing the total fund to a whopping €580 million. Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien secured Cabinet approval for this significant expansion yesterday. Launched in July 2022, the scheme offers first-time buyers a chance to get up to … Read more
In a landmark decision, the EU’s highest court has ruled that Apple must pay Ireland €13 billion in unpaid taxes. The Irish government, now faced with an unexpected windfall of approximately €14 billion, is keeping its cards close to the chest regarding how this money will be used. Finance Minister Jack Chambers, speaking to reporters, … Read more
A 25 percent drop was recorded in the number of electric cars licensed for the first time in the first eight months of 2024, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). Only 14,333 new electric cars were licensed by August, compared to 19,021 in the same period last year, marking a notable … Read more
Hundreds of plumbers, welders, and apprentices, who are members of the Unite trade union, will stage another round of strike action this Friday as part of an ongoing dispute over travel allowances. The planned strike is the latest development in a series of actions aimed at securing better compensation for workers’ travel time. Last week, … Read more
Ireland is set to crack down on single-use vapes, with Health Minister Stephen Donnelly seeking Cabinet approval for a sweeping ban. The proposed legislation aims to prohibit the sale, manufacture, and import of disposable e-cigarettes, citing both environmental and public health concerns. If approved, the ban could be in place before a potential March election, … Read more
Ireland’s Taoiseach Simon Harris officially opened the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dún Laoghaire yesterday, marking a significant milestone in the country’s healthcare system. The €129 million facility, the first in Ireland, is set to revolutionize care for patients needing specialist rehabilitation services. The state-of-the-art hospital boasts a patient-centered design, prioritizing empowerment, dignity, and privacy. Its … Read more
Dublin’s streets are getting a safety makeover. The city council is rolling out new flashing amber arrows on traffic lights. These eye-catching signals have an important job: reminding drivers to let cyclists go first. When drivers are turning left, they’ll see these flashing arrows. It’s a friendly nudge to wait for cyclists going straight to … Read more
Sinn Féin has launched a massive social media campaign to promote its new housing policy, spending over €6,000 in just one week. The party is using Facebook and Instagram to reach voters across different age groups and genders. The campaign features 64 separate advertisements, each tailored to a specific demographic. These ads include videos from … Read more