EPA warns that poorly constructed wells and inadequate monitoring of private water supplies are putting health at risk
EPA warns that poorly constructed wells and inadequate monitoring of private water supplies are putting health at risk One million people in Ireland get their drinking water from a private supply and many more drink water from private supplies in their daily lives. E. coli was found in 62 small private water supplies serving commercial […]
Motoring – Self-charging Hybrid Vs. Mild Hybrid – what is the difference?
Over the last few months there has been a lot of noise in the motor industry about Mild Hybrid cars, which is adding to the overall confusion that new car buyers are facing. Toyota Ireland, which is the leader in self-charging hybrid (full hybrid), has set out to dispel the myths and provide clarity for […]
Revenue seize drugs worth €194,000 at Portlaoise Mail Centre
Today (06/01/2020), Revenue officers at Portlaoise Mail Centre seized drugs worth €194,000. Following routine profiling, approximately 9.1kgs of herbal cannabis was discovered in 2 parcels originating from the United States. The parcels, declared as ‘computer parts’, were destined for addresses in North Dublin. Separately, a further 600 grams of herbal cannabis was found concealed in […]
Waterways Ireland Event Programme for 2020 has opened to applications from communities across the inland waterways
The Waterways Ireland Event Programme for 2020 has opened to applications from communities across the inland waterways. Taking place annually for the past 13 years the Programme has supported competitions, learning experiences, community, historical and educational events for people with and without disabilities across 100’s of waterway communities nationwide. Involving angling, canoeing, rowing, sailing and […]
70% of motorists plan to buy an electric or hybrid car in the near future
70% of motorists plan to buy an electric or hybrid car in the near future Key findings Nearly half of motorists say insurance costs have increased in the last year A quarter of motorists don’t have a good understanding of car finance options 31% of motorists change their car every 2-3 years 70% of respondents […]