24 m. ago Political nerves jangle over rent reforms: ‘We’re out defending something without any real evidence it’s going to make a difference’

Some in the Coalition parties fear the costs could outweigh the gains regarding changes to rent pressure zones regime while others point to the longer-term electoral picture

Politics

18 h. ago Calls for urgent investment in water infrastructure in the city

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM There are calls for urgent investment in water infrastructure in Galway City. City East Councillor Alan Cheevers believes water outages seem to have become more frequent. Fianna Fáil Councillor Cheevers insists infrastructure needs to keep up with the city’s fast growth. He says water problems are disrupting […] The post Calls for urgent investment in water infrastructure in the city appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

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23 h. ago Electricity points sought to help casual traders reduce emissions

Donegal County Council has been asked to provide metered electricity points in casual trading locations in town and village centres… The post Electricity points sought to help casual traders reduce emissions appeared first on Donegal Daily.

Events

38 h. ago Government launches public consultation for Maritime Security Strategy document

The new maritime security strategy is expected to be published before the end of the year and is likely to focus on security of critical undersea infrastructure such as internet and electrical cables.

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38 h. ago Ireland needs a plan to protect its undersea cables and government wants your views

The new maritime security strategy is expected to be published before the end of the year and is likely to focus on security of critical undersea infrastructure such as internet and electrical cables.

Politics

38 h. ago Upgrade of power system could spark €83 yearly increase in household electricity bills

Government should consider energy credits to help households struggling with costs, Electricity Association of Ireland says

Economics

48 h. ago PSO levy reduction expected but it won't make much of a dent in energy bills for households

Irish consumers pay some of the highest energy bills in Europe.

Science

54 h. ago The government is considering a scrappage scheme for electric cars

The Transport Minister conceded the government won’t hit the target of one million electric vehicles on the road by 2030.

Politics

56 h. ago DART services resume with 'ongoing delays’ after overhead electrical line issues

An issue with overhead electrical lines suspended services between busy stations at peak times this evening.

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60 h. ago Major delays expected in Dublin as DART services suspended between Lansdowne Road and Dún Laoghaire

Major delays expected in Dublin as DART services suspended between Lansdowne Road and Dún Laoghaire  The Irish Independent

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60 h. ago ‘Major disruptions’ and suspensions to DART services after overhead electrical line issues

Iarnród Éireann staff are working to address and resolve the issue.

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62 h. ago New proof that von der Leyen ignored Israel’s acts of genocide

New proof that von der Leyen ignored Israel’s acts of genocide  The Electronic Intifada

Politics

3 d. ago Temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees to be extended to March 2027

Minister Jim O’Callaghan got approval to support in principle a proposal to extend the directive.

Events

3 d. ago 79 social houses in Ashbourne voted down by Government and Sinn Féin councillors

The chairperson who is a Fianna Fáil councillor decided the vote by opposing the development, as in his experience as a n estate agent he sees a higher need for affordable housing.

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3 d. ago 79 social houses in Ashbourne voted down by Government councillors and one Sinn Féin

The chairperson who is a Fianna Fáil councillor decided the vote by opposing the development, as in his experience as a n estate agent he sees a higher need for affordable housing.

Politics

3 d. ago More than 90 personnel involved in Cab searches targeting suspected drug trafficker

Officers seize €200,000 cash, electronic devices and documents

Events

3 d. ago Cllr Ciaran Brogan ‘honoured’ to become new Mayor of Letterkenny

Councillor Ciaran Brogan has been elected as Mayor of the Letterkenny-Milford Municipal District for the coming year. The Letterkenny-based Fianna… The post Cllr Ciaran Brogan ‘honoured’ to become new Mayor of Letterkenny-Milford appeared first on Donegal Daily.

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3 d. ago Dublin People Before Profit councillor among activists quitting party over 'performative politics'

Dublin People Before Profit councillor among activists quitting party over 'performative politics'  Dublin Live

Politics

3 d. ago Ian Bailey was 'probably 100% innocent', director of du Plantier murder drama says

In an interview with Newstalk Breakfast, film director Jim Sheridan said he believes the case is a "double injustice."

Events

3 d. ago Data centres accounted for more than fifth of Ireland’s electricity usage last year

Percentage share of metered electricity consumption used by data centres has more than quadrupled since 2015

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