52 m. ago PSNI come under attack for fourth consecutive night in Northern Ireland, this time in Co Armagh

The PSNI has warned that the ‘bigots and racists’ behind earlier nights of unrest in the region would be arrested.

Events

68 m. ago Israel attacks Iran’s nuclear programme, as Iran launches about 100 drones in retaliation

The assault came amid warnings from Israel that it would not permit Iran to build a nuclear weapon.

Events

1 hour ago One in four single people seeking emergency accommodation are from direct provision, say homeless agencies

Meeting of high-level committee advising Government also hears of increase in number of people over 60 falling into homelessness

Politics

1 hour ago Concern that buildings developed as creches are being sold as residential homes

Government Ministers working to update planning regulations to prevent change of use of childcare facilities

Politics

1 hour ago Buildings designed as creches are being sold as residential homes

Government Ministers working to update planning regulations to prevent change of use of childcare facilities

Politics

2 h. ago The numbers say we need private rental investment to address housing crisis

Latest Government proposals don’t deal effectively with the challenge of encouraging private investment in homes to rent

Events

9 h. ago As the government blocks funding for major social housing projects, coalition councillors point fingers

As the government blocks funding for major social housing projects, coalition councillors point fingers  Dublin InQuirer

Politics

9 h. ago US Senator forced out of news conference after asking Trump official about targeting immigrants

California Governor Gavin Newsom called the incident “outrageous, dictatorial and shameful”.

Events

10 h. ago US Senator forced out of press conference while asking Trump official about targeting of immigrants

California Governor Gavin Newsom called the incident “outrageous, dictatorial and shameful”.

Events

11 h. ago Young victim of alleged sexual assault ‘further traumatised’ by Ballymena rioting, says PSNI chief

Jon Boutcher warns rioters police ‘will come for you’ as he says 41 officers injured and foreign nationals hiding in attics

Events

12 h. ago Thunderstorms hit as status yellow rain warning still in effect for 12 counties

There is a threat of localised flooding, lightning damage and difficult travel conditions.

Events

12 h. ago Northern Ireland riots: Pax Christi appeals for united response from churches and government

Northern Ireland riots: Pax Christi appeals for united response from churches and government  Independent Catholic News

Politics

12 h. ago Donegal parents forced into drastic measures over lack of childcare places – Doherty

Donegal Deputy Pearse Doherty has today called for urgent action to be taken by government regarding the lack of childcare… The post Donegal parents forced into drastic measures over lack of childcare places – Doherty appeared first on Donegal Daily.

Society

15 h. ago Taoiseach expects rent caps to be extended nationwide by this summer

Micheál Martin also denied that the government ‘flew kites’ on its rent control proposals, which he described as ‘modest’.

Politics

16 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.

Politics

16 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

16 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

17 h. ago Women in Ireland increasingly subjected to online hate and misogyny, groups warn

National Women’s Council, launching strategic plan, highlight spread of far-right discourse and anti-migrant sentiment

Events

17 h. ago Hosepipe ban in parts of Donegal, Meath and Westmeath extended until August

Over twenty water supplies across the country remain in “drought status”, Uisce Éireann has warned.

Politics

17 h. ago Reports to Yellow Card scheme increase in Northern Ireland, annual report shows

Reports to Yellow Card scheme increase in Northern Ireland, annual report shows  health-ni.gov.uk

Politics