Win a trip for 2 to the London Olympics, as Electric Ireland donate amazing prize to older persons charity ALONE
Electric Ireland, Energy Partner to Ireland’s Olympic Team and supporters of the charity ALONE, have donated an amazing prize of an Olympic Games Trip to the charity. The competition offers the chance to win a trip for two to this summer’s Olympic Games in London. Return flights, 2 nights accommodation in a 4 star hotel, […]
Donegal’s Rathmullan House achieves 2 AA Rosettes three years running
The Weeping Elm Restaurant of Rathmullan House, Lough Swilly, Donegal led by Head Chef, Kelan Mc Michael has been awarded 2 AA Rosettes for an impressive third consecutive year. The welcoming, gracious georgian house, idyllically set amid wooded grou…
IFA Calls on Consumers to Support Irish-Produced Strawberries
The Chairman of IFA’s Soft Fruit Committee Jimmy Kearns has called on consumers and household shoppers to support strawberries produced on Irish farms which are now in full supply and are available through a wide range of outlets, from small fruit and vegetable shops, to roadside stalls and large retail multiples. Mr. Kearns cautioned […]
Mortgage To Rent Scheme Provides Certainty And Security For Low Income Families Most Affected By Economic Turmoil
The Government is determined to provide certainty and security for families who face the imminent prospect of repossession of their family home according to Minister for Housing and Planning, Jan O’Sullivan, TD. Minister O’Sullivan was speaking today (28 June, 2012) at the launch of the ‘mortgage to rent’ scheme. The scheme is specifically targeted […]
New Draft Development Contribution Guidelines Focus on Jobs, Investment and Sustainable Growth
Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Phil Hogan, T.D., and the Minister for Housing and Planning, Jan O’Sullivan, T.D., today (27 June) published draft guidelines for planning authorities on development contributions. The publication marks the start of an 11 week public consultation phase during which all stakeholders and members of the public are […]
State of the Environment in Ireland 2012 – Meeting the Main Environmental Challenges
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is holding an international workshop today to look at the main environmental challenges facing Ireland. The most recent ‘state of the environment’, assessment has confirmed that while Ireland’s environment is of a generally high standard, significant environmental challenges face Ireland in the medium term. Today’s event is one of three […]
Minister Hogan Announces Funding Of €337,000 For Local Environmental Initiatives
Source: Avondhu Blackwater Partnership Ltd Mr. Phil Hogan, T.D., Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government today, (11 June, 2012) announced funding for local environmental […]
Report published – Ireland’s Environment- A strategic asset to protect and manage for future generations
Source: Environmental Protection Agency Assessment shows Ireland’s environment is a key national asset. A clean and vibrant environment is essential for our health and well-being. […]
Corrigan Brothers in Katie Taylor’s corner as she bids for London Olympic Victory
Corrigan Brothers the Limerick band who have enjoyed over seven million you tube hits with their international hit “There’s no one as Irish as Barack Obama” and have charted all over the world are back with a song in support of Irish World Champion Boxer Katie Taylor as she bids for Olympic Gold. The brothers […]