Top Tips: Shopping around for van insurance
Here we are almost one year on from the Setanta Insurance debacle which saw 75,000 of our nation’s van drivers cast adrift, scrambling for alternative cover. If you were among that cohort your renewal date is fast approaching. So what should you be thinking about when it comes to your van insurance cover and could […]
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Ladies of Laois put on your running shoes for ALONE at the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon
ALONE, the charity that provides support to older people in need, is calling on the women of Ireland to participate in the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon in aid of ALONE. The charity aims to raise money to go towards the provision of vital befriending services for vulnerable older people. This year the VHI Women’s Mini Marathon […]
Drivers can now “use judgement” on rural roads
Transport Minister Paschal Donoghue has announced new measures that will allow drivers to decide what speed to drive on narrow rural lanes. As part of the plans, 80km speed limit signs will be replaced by a new black circle with a diagonal line. This new measure encourages drivers to ‘use their judgement’ although they must […]
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€1.2 million for School Fruit Scheme in Ireland
Over €1.2 million for the School Fruit Scheme in Ireland for the 2015/2016 school year has been agreed by the European Commission today. This current round of funding is 75% financed by the EU and 25% financed by Ireland. The total funding for the scheme across 25 EU Member States is €150 million. With a […]
Ireland v Scotland: Your Six Nations Guide To Edinburgh
– Compiled by Noel Byrne and Adrian Harmon, AA Roadwatch. With Ireland’s hopes of a Grand Slam dashed for another year at least, all eyes now turn to Edinburgh for the fifth and final round of this year’s Six Nations Championship. With Ireland trailing England on points difference only, a good result is vital if […]
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Ireland v Scotland: While You’re There
Compiled by Adrian Harmon and Noel Byrne, AA Roadwatch Buses, Trams and Taxis Accomodation Things to Do Places to Eat Useful Contacts Discounts Buses, Trams and Taxis If you’re staying in the city centre, you’ll probably make your way around Edinburgh on foot but you could also get a bus, tram or taxi. FYI: Make sure […]
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Ireland v Scotland: Match Day Info
– Compiled by Noel Byrne & Adrian Harmon, AA Roadwatch It’s quite easy to get to the Murrayfield stadium in Edinburgh whether in a car, bus, tram or on foot. Whoever Scotland are playing, there will be a big crowd at the game and it’s recommended that ticket holders arrive at the turnstiles no later than […]
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Portlaoise Students to represent Laois at the Student Enterprise Awards in Croke Park
LAOIS LADIES LOVE ENTERPRISING Four business shrewd girls from Scoil Chríost Rí, Portlaoise have been chosen to represent Laois at the Student Enterprise Awards in Croke Park with their product ‘MASTERGUARD’. Maeve Mannion, Saoirse Dunne, Elaine Dunne and Alice Keane came out on top from 33 impressive business projects exhibited at the Laois Student […]
Emigration has left older people ALONE this St. Patricks Day
This St. Patricks Day, ALONE, the charity that provides services to older people in need, is highlighting one of the less obvious effects of emigration on our society. ALONE report that the continued high levels of emigration, particularly of our young people, is leaving thousands of older people without familial support systems they once had. ALONE […]
Ireland v Scotland: Getting There
– Compiled by Noel Byrne & Adrian Harmon, AA Roadwatch You have a few options open to you to get to Edinburgh, which we have outlined below. As with any journey planning, the key is to book tickets in advance to guarantee yourself a seat. Flights Ferry Bus Flights Here is a list of airlines […]
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