Improved Homes for Older People and Disabled Persons in Laois as €1.38 million in Funding Announced
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD and Minister of State for Local Government and Planning, Peter Burke TD, have announced €1.38 million in funding for Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and People with a Disability living in Laois. The allocation is an increase of €125,631 on 2021 and continues the […]
The ŠKODA FABIA MONTE CARLO: dynamism at its purest
With the launch of this latest MONTE CARLO variant, ŠKODA completes its new, fourth-generation FABIA range. The iconic name ŠKODA initially introduced exclusively for the FABIA has symbolised a sporty lifestyle since 2011. It commemorates the brand’s many victories at the legendary rally. The black body details underscore the new FABIA’s dynamic appearance, while the […]
Just 1 in 10 drivers likely to give up their car in the next five years
New research shows scale of challenge faced by transport policymakers, but a growing willingness to consider alternatives if they are made available New consumer research commissioned by Bolt, the European mobility super-app, has revealed the scale of the challenge faced by Irish regulators currently aiming to shake up the transport market. With the Road Traffic […]
Purple Day® for epilepsy taking place on March 26th
Purple Day®, the global grassroots event dedicated to raising funds and awareness for epilepsy worldwide, will take place on Saturday 26th March. Epilepsy Ireland is appealing to the Irish public to get behind the event, which has become the organisation’s flagship annual fundraising day. In more than 85 countries across the globe, people will come […]
Innovative policies can further catalyse recovery of Experience Economy – Ibec
The Experience Economy is the linchpin of the domestic business model, spending millions in wages, salaries and employment taxes In 2019, the St Patrick’s Festival was worth €73 million to the Irish economy Industry warns that legacy effects of Covid still being felt despite easing of restrictions As communities across the country get ready to […]
First Meeting of Fodder and Food Security Committee
Over 30 organisations were represented at the first meeting of the National Fodder and Food Security Committee which took place last Friday, 11 March 2022, in Teagasc Moorepark. The group was set up to support the national response to the unfolding feed, fertiliser and energy supply issues created by the war in Ukraine. Speaking at […]
Bord Bia plans worldwide programme to showcase Ireland’s €13.5 billion food and drink industry on St. Patrick’s Day
Throughout March, Bord Bia will leverage the global celebrations around St. Patrick’s Day to launch a programme of targeted trade engagements and promotional campaigns across 18 countries. From Dubai to Dusseldorf, through its network of international offices, Bord Bia will bring a taste of Ireland to the world by coordinating promotional activities and events aimed […]
Select Committee on Budgetary Oversight publishes its Report on Inflation
The Select Committee on Budgetary Oversight has published its Report on Inflation in which it makes a series of recommendations and observations following examination of the issue. Launching the report, Deputy Neasa Hourigan, Cathaoirleach of the Committee said “for the first time since the financial crisis, higher inflation has become an issue of significant concern […]
TUS LSAD Students win First Frame Best Documentary for Second Year in a Row
President of TUS Professor Vincent Cunnane has congratulated the second year TUS LASD (Limerick School of Art and Design) Creative Broadcast and Film Production students who won the First Frame Best Documentary award at the Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival 2022. This is the second year in a row that students from the acclaimed […]