78 m. 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

2 h. ago '100 beds isn't a home, it's an institution': Families protest care sector 'crisis'

Families from across Ireland protested over the care their loved ones have received in care settings.

Events

4 h. ago Construction of Leinster House bike shed was halted after manhole discovered on site

A note of a site visit in August 2023 said the discovery meant the OPW would need to reexamine the structure of the bicycle shelter and whether any changes were needed.

Politics

5 h. ago A key plank of Ireland’s social housing delivery now hangs in the balance

The State has pulled the plug on a multi-million euro deal at the last minute, throwing the public-private partnership model into doubt

Politics

5 h. ago A key social housing scheme is in danger of falling apart. Why?

The State has pulled the plug on a multi-million euro deal at the last minute, throwing the public-private partnership model into doubt

Politics

6 h. ago DUP minister says he won't resign amid backlash for 'reckless' post about Larne Leisure Centre

Gordon Lyons posted yesterday that the facility was being used to house immigrant families who had been affected by violence in Ballymena.

Politics

8 h. ago Accommodation sought for 500 refugees under international resettlement plan

Ireland fell behind on commitments made in 2020-2023 to bring in 2,900 refugees

Events

9 h. ago North and West region had biggest growth in household net wealth

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM The Northern and Western region has seen the biggest growth in median household net wealth. At €239,000, the region has experienced an increase of over a third in 2023. However, the region has the lowest median household net wealth, with the Eastern & Midland region on €264,400 […] The post North and West region had biggest growth in household net wealth appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

9 h. ago Northern Ireland locals display British flags outside their houses to deter rioters as third night of violence wreaks havoc

Northern Ireland locals display British flags outside their houses to deter rioters as third night of violence wreaks havoc  GB News

Events

10 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

10 h. ago Lorcan Sirr: This is a housing strategy written by Flann O’Brien

Renters such as students who have to move each year will get hammered by this provision, while other tenants are more likely to stay put

Politics

18 h. ago Miriam Lord: Phantom cigarette puffer of Merrion Street prompts chortles in Dáil

Taoiseach Micheál Martin spots Minister – who had supposedly quit – smoking outside amid proposal to make Leinster House a tobacco-free zone

Politics

20 h. ago Trump says he won't allow 'mob rule' as protests break out across US

The White House has defended a military crackdown on protesters in recent days.

Politics

20 h. ago Property: Something stunning on the Burtonport horizon – for €1.3M

There’s something on the ‘horizon’ in Burtonport but it comes at a price. But homes like Horizon House don’t come… The post Property: Something stunning on the Burtonport horizon – for €1.3M appeared first on Donegal Daily.

Politics

22 h. ago Row breaks out at protest over Government plans to buy CityWest Hotel

Around two dozen protesters gathered outside Leinster House on Wednesday.

Politics

23 h. ago 'No plans' from Trump administration to send undocumented Irish to Guantanamo Bay

US media reported that that the White House is preparing to send hundreds of Europeans to its facility in Cuba.

Politics

25 h. ago Video: Houses and Cars Torched in Second Night of Unrest in Northern Ireland

Video: Houses and Cars Torched in Second Night of Unrest in Northern Ireland  The New York Times

Politics

25 h. ago Housing minister invites construction firms to express interest in building apartments

Building companies and development firms have been invited by James Browne to apply for a public funding package.

Politics

25 h. ago Wealthiest 10% of Irish households have net wealth in excess of €1m

Net wealth of bottom 10% of Irish households is less €2,400, Central Statistics Office says

Economics

26 h. ago "Rioting and disorder" in Ballymena, Northern Ireland sees "hate

"Rioting and disorder" in Ballymena, Northern Ireland sees "hate-fueled acts" reportedly targeting foreigners  CBS NewsBallymena riots latest: Police say 'disgraceful violence' must stop as Northern Ireland braces for third night of unrest  Sky NewsMasked rioters in Northern Ireland attack police, torch houses for second night  CNN

Politics