1 hour ago Government accused of mounting 'despicable attack on low paid workers' during Leaders' Questions

This month the government announced delays to a number of planned improvements for low-paid workers.

Politics

4 h. ago TDs calls for government to strictly regulate sale of 'laughing gas'

Proposed legislation would limit the sale of nitrous oxide to commercial uses only.

Politics

6 h. ago Ireland’s fintech minister to speak at Global Government Fintech Lab 2025

Ireland’s fintech minister to speak at Global Government Fintech Lab 2025  Global Government Fintech

Politics

8 h. ago Opposition pushes back against attempt to restrict defence committee remit

The Dáil is expected to vote on the parameters within which committees will be set up.

Politics

9 h. ago Government called on to ensure electricity suppliers offer customers dynamic energy price plans

Legislation enacted in 2022 entitles customers to enter into a dynamic price contract, but it has not yet been implemented by any supplier.

Economics

9 h. ago Councillor deliberates on need for balance between energy needs and local concerns

A Galway councillor has warned intransigent opposition to windfarms given the need for wind energy in the county – but at the same time, Cllr Gerry Finnerty cautioned against the proliferation of windfarms in areas where residents have concerns. The Gort councillor was specifically referring the Derrybrien Wind Farm, which is located near the town […] The post Councillor deliberates on need for balance between energy needs and local concerns appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Science

17 h. ago Miriam Lord: Gerry Adams takes jurors in his defamation case against BBC on a very long stroll down memory lane

Former Sinn Féin leader describes formative years in 1960s Belfast to High Court in Dublin

Politics

18 h. ago Mark Carney's Liberal Party falls just short of Canada majority government, says state broadcaster

His party has fallen just short of the 172 needed for majority control.

Politics

20 h. ago First accuser gives evidence in Harvey Weinstein’s rape retrial

Miriam Haley had initially expressed reluctance to give evidence again.

Politics

20 h. ago Kneecap Cornwall gig cancelled, as British government warns Glastonbury organisers to ‘think carefully’ about proceeding with band

Families of murdered MPs reject band’s ‘half an apology’

Events

22 h. ago British government warns Glastonbury organisers to ‘think carefully’ about allowing Kneecap to perform

Band says its members do not support Hamas or Hizbullah, and claim they are subject to ‘smear campaign’

Events

27 h. ago Health of Irish rugby and Dublin football come under focus after lost weekend

Health of Irish rugby and Dublin football come under focus after lost weekend  The Irish Times

Sport

28 h. ago No oral hearing for asylum appeals as part of Government plans to fast

Draft legislation will lead to dramatic reforms of immigration law

Politics

28 h. ago Asylum seekers to lose certain rights when appealing international protection refusal under new plans

Draft legislation will lead to dramatic reforms of immigration law

Events

31 h. ago What happens next after Carney secures Canadian election victory

The prime minister and his government will have to address both external and internal challenges.

Politics

33 h. ago Minister Cummins visits Galway’s newest housing milestone during Council briefing

The Junior Minister for Local Government and Planning met with Galway County Council officials at Áras an Chontae last week to discuss their strategies for rolling out new social and affordable housing initiatives throughout County Galway. During his visit, Minister of State John Cummins toured the site of a new affordable housing scheme in Claregalway. […] The post Minister Cummins visits Galway’s newest housing milestone during Council briefing appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

33 h. ago Government confirms further six month delay to roll out of auto

Minister for Social Protection Dara Calleary is set to update Cabinet today on the scheme’s roll out.

Politics

44 h. ago Witness intimidation fears if man accused of conspiring with garda killer given bail, court hears

Det Inspector Mark Phillips today detailed numerous incidents of what he said were attempts to intimidate witnesses and jurors during Aaron Brady’s trial for the murder of Det Gda Adrian Donohoe in 2020.

Events

46 h. ago Galway County Council announces 44 new affordable homes for Athenry

This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Galway County Council has announced plans to deliver 44 new affordable homes in Athenry. The affordable units are proposed under the Government’s ‘Housing for All’ programme. The Local Authority has today signed contracts with Studio PKA, Paul Keogh Architects, for the design of the two housing schemes. […] The post Galway County Council announces 44 new affordable homes for Athenry appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.

Politics

48 h. ago After 5,418 days Dublin have finally lost in Leinster and Jim Gavin’s new rules made it possible

After 5,418 days Dublin have finally lost in Leinster and Jim Gavin’s new rules made it possible  The Irish Times

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