53 m. ago Alleged collusion between school bus operators drove up tender prices, trial hears

Five men accused of colluding in tender process to provide school routes for Bus Éireann, leading to ‘disappearance of competition’

Culture

1 hour ago Why routine assessments for children with special needs are being scrapped

For parents scrambling to find places in special schools for 2027, a new system is on the way

Politics

5 h. ago US plans to start checking tourists’ social media over last five years

The proposal would be part of the screening process for travellers entering the US under the Visa Waiver Program

Politics

7 h. ago 'Profound breach of trust': Teachers' union slams Minister over Assessment of Need changes

The INTO said they were never consulted about the changes, describing the announcement as a “solo run” by Norma Foley.

Politics

15 h. ago Ireland’s ambassador assesses his country’s concerns over the Myanmar crisis

Ireland’s ambassador assesses his country’s concerns over the Myanmar crisis  eng.mizzima.com

Politics

26 h. ago A 'faster' assessment of need process promised, but still no timeline to get waitlist down

Today, there are around 18,000 people waiting of an assessment, and the list is growing, said Minister Foley.

Politics

28 h. ago Children with additional educational needs will not need assessment to access classes or schools

Minister for Children Norma Foley announces Government will replace existing process with new system

Politics

31 h. ago Springbok and British and Irish Lions stars set for 'further assessment' as Leinster boosted by return of Ireland ace

Springbok and British and Irish Lions stars set for 'further assessment' as Leinster boosted by return of Ireland ace  Planet Rugby

Politics

54 h. ago Storm Bram: Council prepares for flooding in Donegal amid travel warnings

Donegal County Council have activated their Severe Weather Assessment Team in advance of Storm Bram tomorrow, Tuesday. A  Status Orange… The post Storm Bram: Council prepares for flooding in Donegal amid travel warnings appeared first on Donegal Daily.

Events

59 h. ago Hubs provide cardiac care to over a thousand patients in East Galway

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Integrated Care Hubs have provided cardiac care to more than a thousand patients in East Galway and Roscommon. Led by Consultant Cardiologist Dr Nuria Farre, the service operates across Tuam, Loughrea, Mountbellow, Ballinasloe, Castlerea and Monksland. Since its launch in April 2023, it has been providing faster […] The post Hubs provide cardiac care to over a thousand patients in East Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

62 h. ago ‘Lack of transparency in bidding’ – Report highlights issues with Ireland’s housing sales process

‘Lack of transparency in bidding’ – Report highlights issues with Ireland’s housing sales process  The Irish Independent

Politics

62 h. ago Jenny Maguire: I am in a toxic relationship with my bus – it promises the world then blanks me, but I always come crawling back

Jenny Maguire: I am in a toxic relationship with my bus – it promises the world then blanks me, but I always come crawling back  The Irish Independent

Events

68 h. ago ‘Opaque’ process of buying and selling homes having negative impact on housing supply

The report recommends that estate agents continue to adopt and encourage the use of emerging online transparent bidding platforms, as they can provide greater trust and confidence in the housing market.

Politics

3 d. ago Integrated Care Hub enhances cardiac care for patients across East Galway

Cardiology patients across East Galway are experiencing faster, more accessible, and personalised care thanks to a new Integrated Care Hub Enhances which provides a community-based Consultant-led and Clinical Nurse Specialist service. Led by Consultant Cardiologist Dr Nuria Farre, the East Galway Roscommon Integrated Care Hub has seen over 1,000 patients since its introduction in April […] The post Integrated Care Hub enhances cardiac care for patients across East Galway appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

3 d. ago Downsizing makes sense in housing crisis but empty nesters say process is ‘ludicrous’

People whose children have flown the nest often want to move to a smaller home, but finding one and organising finances and timing can be stressful

Events

3 d. ago Downsizing in Ireland: ‘It was horrific stuff. There has to be an easier system’

People whose children have flown the nest often want to move to a smaller home, but finding one and organising finances and timing can be stressful

Politics

3 d. ago Jack Chambers: I will push every process to the limit of what is legally possible to build the infrastructure we need

Jack Chambers: I will push every process to the limit of what is legally possible to build the infrastructure we need  The Irish Independent

Politics

4 d. ago Have kids in creche? They'll probably have grown out of it by time €200 childcare promise happens

Ireland has some of the highest childcare costs in Europe.

Politics

4 d. ago TD demands answers on timeline surrounding when accommodation for Drew Harris was leased by Gardaí

Labour TD Eoghan Kenny has written to the head of the OPW and Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly seeking clarity on the matter.

Politics

5 d. ago Tuam mother and baby home excavation finds further human remains

Initial assessments are that remains are those of infants who were in coffins, according to latest update

Politics