Cash for local business start ups – in places you wouldn’t believe!
With banks reluctant to lend, and local economies struggling, this may not appear the ideal time to set-up a new business, but a recent study and start-up guide for SME’s just published by Sli Nios Fearr (A Better Way) may help pave the way – especially as it’s available as a free download as of […]
Continental Markets for Irish Beef Remain Positive – IFA President
Speaking from Green Week in Berlin, IFA President John Bryan said the equine DNA testing is not an issue across our important continental European markets. He said, “Over the last two days, the equine DNA issue has not featured among the thousands of delegates attending this major international food event”. John Bryan said, “Green […]
AA Motorists’ Panel Poll is out
If you want to take part in the latest AA Motorists’ Panel Poll we’d be delighted to hear from you. Regular correspondents will be familiar with the format; the link below takes you to an online questionnaire which is quick and easy to go …
Rathcroghan Conference will take place from 12th – 14th April, 2013
Source: Rathcroghan Visitor Centre, Co. Roscommon The north Roscommon regions of Rathcroghan, Carnfree and Tulsk have been studied intently over the years, through projects lead […]
Launch of the Public Consultation on the draft National Radon Control Strategy for Ireland
Fergus O’Dowd, T.D., Minister of State at the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government, today (17 January, 2013) launched the public consultation on the draft National Radon Control Strategy for Ireland. Speaking at the National Radon Forum in Dublin, Minister O’Dowd stressed that input from the public is key to ensuring that Ireland has […]
Credit Union Survey shows that hundreds of thousands will be compelled by poverty not to pay the property tax!
The latest Irish League of Credit Unions makes grim reading for anyone concerned with the state of our country. 1.6 million people are left to survive on €50 or less per month after their bills have been paid. Into this fragile glass the Government are determined to pour the boiling water of the proposed property […]
EU LIFE+ Programme 2013
Funding is available for Environmental Projects under the EU LIFE+ Programme 2007-2013. Over the period 2007-2013, Life+ will provide €1.7 billion for co-funded projects across the EU which are linked to nature conservation, environmental technology and the communication of environmental matters. Ireland’s allocation for this year is €4m approx, subject to suitable projects being submitted […]
Slight fall in fuel prices to start the New Year
January 2013 has seen a slight fall in the average price of fuel for Ireland’s hard pressed motorists, according to the latest national survey of prices from AA Ireland. A litre of petrol now costs an average of 157.9 cent, down 1.5 cent on the figur…
Hogan Addresses IFA Conference on Growing the Agri-Food Sector
Mr. Phil Hogan, T.D.,Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government today (16, January, 2013) addressed the IFA conference – Growing the Agri-Food Sector sustainably. The purpose of the conference is to facilitate debate and an exchange of views regarding the development of climate policy, as it relates to the agri-food sector. At the conference […]
Rugby Star spreads some Puppy Love for Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind
Rugby star Luke Fitzgerald is asking you to spread some Puppy Love this Valentine’s Day by purchasing cards and gifts for your loved one from Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind. Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind have a range of gifts and cards for you to spoil your special someone. Gift options range from €12 to […]