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Union proposes maximum working temperature and four days of ‘climate leave’

Union proposes maximum working temperature and four days of ‘climate leave’

Mon, 28 Apr, 2025

A statutory maximum working temperature is among extreme-weather proposals being put forward by an Irish union.
Cross-border co-operation could be expanded, ESRI report concludes

Cross-border co-operation could be expanded, ESRI report concludes

Mon, 28 Apr, 2025

The latest ESRI-Shared Island report also identifies a number of areas around employment, childcare, and education.
Politics watch: Anti-immigration protest suggests trouble to come

Politics watch: Anti-immigration protest suggests trouble to come

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Here, we have a look at the issues likely to dominate political discourse in the week to come
Varadkar says US is no longer 'reliable political and economic partner’ to Europe

Varadkar says US is no longer 'reliable political and economic partner’ to Europe

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said it is "no longer the case" that the US is a "reliable political and economic partner" to Europe
'The Nest': A property with breathtaking views of Wicklow Mountains

'The Nest': A property with breathtaking views of Wicklow Mountains

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Located near Grangecon Village in Co Wicklow, The Nest combines character, craftsmanship, and contemporary luxury
Taoiseach criticises Dublin protesters and ‘narrow nationalism’

Taoiseach criticises Dublin protesters and ‘narrow nationalism’

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Micheál Martin has rejected the ‘negativity’ expressed by those who spoke at a major protest in Dublin over the weekend.
'Who said it?' quiz: Which Irish figure said 'you can't eat a flag'?

'Who said it?' quiz: Which Irish figure said 'you can't eat a flag'?

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Our small but mighty country has no shortage of iconic quotes. But do you think you'd be able to tell who said which?
Three arrested for offences during anti-immigration protest and counter demo in Dublin

Three arrested for offences during anti-immigration protest and counter demo in Dublin

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Garda headquarters based in the Phoenix Park confirmed that An Garda Síochána ‘policed a number of public gatherings in Dublin city centre on Saturday.’
Tea room conversion project in Dublin park goes overbudget by nearly 25 per cent

Tea room conversion project in Dublin park goes overbudget by nearly 25 per cent

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Dublin City Council said two existing floor slabs had to be broken out while the foundations for existing external walls were not strong enough and needed underpinning.
Family of Jason Corbett feature in upcoming Netflix documentary due to 'absence of justice'

Family of Jason Corbett feature in upcoming Netflix documentary due to 'absence of justice'

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

The new Netflix documentary will look at the killing of Limerick man Jason Corbett
One person submitted over 7,000 Dublin Airport noise complaints in one month

One person submitted over 7,000 Dublin Airport noise complaints in one month

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

A total of 70,939 complaints about noise from aircraft landing and taking off in Dublin were recorded last year
Man arrested after €432k in cannabis plants seized at growhouses in Ballinasloe and Athlone

Man arrested after €432k in cannabis plants seized at growhouses in Ballinasloe and Athlone

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

The man was subsequently charged to appear before a special sitting of Galway District Court on Sunday.
Security alert over after ‘viable’ device found in Ballyclare

Security alert over after ‘viable’ device found in Ballyclare

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

The PSNI attended the scene in the Holestone Road area and put diversions in place at Moyra Road on Saturday night.
Sinn Féin hold commanding lead as Fine Gael gains ground on Fianna Fáil, poll shows

Sinn Féin hold commanding lead as Fine Gael gains ground on Fianna Fáil, poll shows

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

'Sinn Féin now has a four point and five point lead over the two main government parties which is significant'
Man (40s) dies after collapsing while climbing Donegal's Errigal Mountain

Man (40s) dies after collapsing while climbing Donegal's Errigal Mountain

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

The man, who was in his late 40s, took seriously ill on the mountain around midday on Saturday.
What the papers say: Sunday's front pages

What the papers say: Sunday's front pages

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

A wide range of stories feature on the front pages of Irish newspapers on Sunday.
Government warned not to ignore McGregor's 'far-right American messaging'

Government warned not to ignore McGregor's 'far-right American messaging'

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Conor McGregor has "completely adopted American far-right messaging" with his anti-immigration rhetoric, according to an expert in global extremism
Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan charged with harassment

Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan charged with harassment

Sat, 26 Apr, 2025

The writer is due to face the charges on May 12th at Westminster Magistrates’ Court
President criticises Netanyahu following Pope’s funeral

President criticises Netanyahu following Pope’s funeral

Sat, 26 Apr, 2025

President Higgins has criticised Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu while commenting on the gathering of world leaders at the Pope’s funeral
Pope Francis remains ‘an incredible source of hope’ - President Higgins

Pope Francis remains ‘an incredible source of hope’ - President Higgins

Sat, 26 Apr, 2025

Political leaders across the island of Ireland have reflected on the legacy of Pope Francis after attending his funeral on Saturday.

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