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Irish News, Feb 12, 2009
Fine Gael Call For Lenihan To Resign
The Minister of Finance has come under serious pressure from the opposition over the ongoing meltdown of Ireland's banking system. Fine Gael's leader, Enda Kenny has formally called on Brian Lenihan...
Fine Gael Call For Lenihan To Resign
The Minister of Finance has come under serious pressure from the opposition over the ongoing meltdown of Ireland's banking system. Fine Gael's leader, Enda Kenny has formally called on Brian Lenihan...
Irish News, Feb 12, 2009
Ryanair Expands Flights From Belfast
While Ryanair has revealed plans for cuts to its services from Dublin, it has also just announced expansion to its Belfast service. Just hours after the budget airline announced cut-backs in flights ...
Ryanair Expands Flights From Belfast
While Ryanair has revealed plans for cuts to its services from Dublin, it has also just announced expansion to its Belfast service. Just hours after the budget airline announced cut-backs in flights ...
Irish News, Feb 12, 2009
Failed Regulator Walks Away With €630,000 Handshake
As Ireland's financial crises continues to worsen, things are looking up for the failed financial regulator, who has been given a €630,000 golden handshake. Pat Neary, the failed Financial Regulator ...
Failed Regulator Walks Away With €630,000 Handshake
As Ireland's financial crises continues to worsen, things are looking up for the failed financial regulator, who has been given a €630,000 golden handshake. Pat Neary, the failed Financial Regulator ...
Irish News, Feb 12, 2009
Man Threatens Self-Immolation At Govt Buildings
A man has been arrested after threatening to set himself on fire outside Government Buildings in Dublin. The man is understood to have been protesting for better access to his children. After dousin...
Man Threatens Self-Immolation At Govt Buildings
A man has been arrested after threatening to set himself on fire outside Government Buildings in Dublin. The man is understood to have been protesting for better access to his children. After dousin...
Irish News, Feb 12, 2009
Young Girl Missing From Sligo Home
A 13-year-old girl has gone missing from her home in Sligo. Gardai at Ballymote, are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of the young teenager, Camilla Beks. Camilla, who is ...
Young Girl Missing From Sligo Home
A 13-year-old girl has gone missing from her home in Sligo. Gardai at Ballymote, are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of the young teenager, Camilla Beks. Camilla, who is ...
Irish News, Feb 12, 2009
Ryanair Announce Cuts In Dublin Service
Ryanair are to announce cuts to its Dublin service later this morning. The airline says it has been facing difficulties with the €10 departure levy, introduced as part of last year's Government Budge...
Ryanair Announce Cuts In Dublin Service
Ryanair are to announce cuts to its Dublin service later this morning. The airline says it has been facing difficulties with the €10 departure levy, introduced as part of last year's Government Budge...
Irish News, Feb 11, 2009
'Avalanche Of Repossessions' Warning
The Master of the High Court has warned there could be an "avalanche of repossessions" on its way. Senior Council Edmund Honohan said the courts are preparing for an unprecedented amount of repossess...
'Avalanche Of Repossessions' Warning
The Master of the High Court has warned there could be an "avalanche of repossessions" on its way. Senior Council Edmund Honohan said the courts are preparing for an unprecedented amount of repossess...
Irish News, Feb 11, 2009
Govt Knew Of 'Startling' Anglo Deposit
Following revelations of a huge deposit made to the Anglo Irish Bank last year, the Taoiseach has shocked much of the Dáil by admitting the Government was aware of the payment. It emerged last night...
Govt Knew Of 'Startling' Anglo Deposit
Following revelations of a huge deposit made to the Anglo Irish Bank last year, the Taoiseach has shocked much of the Dáil by admitting the Government was aware of the payment. It emerged last night...
Irish News, Feb 11, 2009
Three Killed In Separate Traffic Collisions
Three men died in two separate road traffic collisions yesterday. Two men were tragically killed after the pick-up truck in which they were travelling collided with a tree in Tipperary. Both men wer...
Three Killed In Separate Traffic Collisions
Three men died in two separate road traffic collisions yesterday. Two men were tragically killed after the pick-up truck in which they were travelling collided with a tree in Tipperary. Both men wer...
Irish News, Feb 11, 2009
Trade Unions Announce Mass Demonstrations
The Irish trade unions umbrella group has announced a series of major demonstrations after an emergency meeting this morning. The Irish Congress of Trade Unions said the protests would go ahead on t...
Trade Unions Announce Mass Demonstrations
The Irish trade unions umbrella group has announced a series of major demonstrations after an emergency meeting this morning. The Irish Congress of Trade Unions said the protests would go ahead on t...
Irish News, Feb 11, 2009
Ann Corcoran Laid To Rest In West Cork
A Co Cork widow, whose body was discovered on Friday, has been laid to rest following a service in Kilbrittain this morning. Hundreds attended the funeral mass of Ann Corcoran near her Co Cork home. ...
Ann Corcoran Laid To Rest In West Cork
A Co Cork widow, whose body was discovered on Friday, has been laid to rest following a service in Kilbrittain this morning. Hundreds attended the funeral mass of Ann Corcoran near her Co Cork home. ...
Irish News, Feb 11, 2009
Recapitalisation Decision Expected Today
The Cabinet is meeting this morning to discuss the €7billion bail-out of the AIB and Bank of Ireland. The pay-out using taxpayers money is expected to reinvigorate the Irish economy by providing the ...
Recapitalisation Decision Expected Today
The Cabinet is meeting this morning to discuss the €7billion bail-out of the AIB and Bank of Ireland. The pay-out using taxpayers money is expected to reinvigorate the Irish economy by providing the ...
Irish News, Feb 11, 2009
Bus Drivers Stage Protest Outside Transport offices
Dublin Bus drivers have launched a new protest outside the offices of the Department of Transport this morning. The demonstration is part of a campaign against the company's decision last week to axe...
Bus Drivers Stage Protest Outside Transport offices
Dublin Bus drivers have launched a new protest outside the offices of the Department of Transport this morning. The demonstration is part of a campaign against the company's decision last week to axe...
Irish News, Feb 10, 2009
Unions Threaten 'Nation Wide Action'
The government could be facing far-reaching action over their recent money saving policies, according to union leaders today. In a dramatic speech this afternoon, the leader of one of Ireland's large...
Unions Threaten 'Nation Wide Action'
The government could be facing far-reaching action over their recent money saving policies, according to union leaders today. In a dramatic speech this afternoon, the leader of one of Ireland's large...
Irish News, Feb 10, 2009
Election Spending Limited For First Time
June's local elections will be slapped with a spending cap for the first time. Legislation announced today will mean candidates will be expected to stay within a strict budget for their campaigns. ...
Election Spending Limited For First Time
June's local elections will be slapped with a spending cap for the first time. Legislation announced today will mean candidates will be expected to stay within a strict budget for their campaigns. ...
Irish News, Feb 10, 2009
Man Crushed By Car In Cork
A man has been killed after being crushed by a car he was attempting to push. The male in his early 20's was fatally injured when the car he was pushing rolled and collided with him, pinning him agai...
Man Crushed By Car In Cork
A man has been killed after being crushed by a car he was attempting to push. The male in his early 20's was fatally injured when the car he was pushing rolled and collided with him, pinning him agai...
Irish News, Feb 10, 2009
Murder Of Man Breaks Gangland Calm
The recent two weeks of relative calm amongst Dublin's gangs has been broken by the fatal shooting of a man. The 30-year-old man had been sitting in a car at Melrose Park in Clondalkin when he was sh...
Murder Of Man Breaks Gangland Calm
The recent two weeks of relative calm amongst Dublin's gangs has been broken by the fatal shooting of a man. The 30-year-old man had been sitting in a car at Melrose Park in Clondalkin when he was sh...
Irish News, Feb 10, 2009
Two Killed In Bus Collision
Two men have been killed after colliding with a bus in Galway. The collision occurred after a car and a bus collided resulting in the driver and passenger in the car being fatally injured. Both dri...
Two Killed In Bus Collision
Two men have been killed after colliding with a bus in Galway. The collision occurred after a car and a bus collided resulting in the driver and passenger in the car being fatally injured. Both dri...
Irish News, Feb 10, 2009
Lost Snowboarders Found In Cross-Border Rescue
The two men missing in the Wicklow mountains overnight have been found alive. They were recovered around lunchtime today after British military personnel joined their Irish counterparts in the search...
Lost Snowboarders Found In Cross-Border Rescue
The two men missing in the Wicklow mountains overnight have been found alive. They were recovered around lunchtime today after British military personnel joined their Irish counterparts in the search...
Irish News, Feb 10, 2009
Two Teenagers Missing In Dublin
Concerns are escalating over the welfare of two teenagers who have been missing for over a fortnight. Gardaí at Ronanstown are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of the 14-ye...
Two Teenagers Missing In Dublin
Concerns are escalating over the welfare of two teenagers who have been missing for over a fortnight. Gardaí at Ronanstown are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of the 14-ye...
Irish News, Feb 10, 2009
Liberties Plan Places Cap On Tall Buildings.
A Draft Liberties Area Plan has been adopted by Dublin City Council, it has been announced. The plans, which were made following an extensive public consultation period, have banned buildings taller...
Liberties Plan Places Cap On Tall Buildings.
A Draft Liberties Area Plan has been adopted by Dublin City Council, it has been announced. The plans, which were made following an extensive public consultation period, have banned buildings taller...
Irish News, Feb 10, 2009
Ryanair Boss 'Rejects' Belfast City Runway Inquiry
There's bad news for an east Belfast residents' group that is fighting the proposed runway extension at the North's George Best Belfast City Airport. Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary has said that he is ...
Ryanair Boss 'Rejects' Belfast City Runway Inquiry
There's bad news for an east Belfast residents' group that is fighting the proposed runway extension at the North's George Best Belfast City Airport. Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary has said that he is ...
Irish News, Feb 9, 2009
Gov To Slash Bankers Pay
Top bankers in Ireland could be facing a major pay cut ahead of the up-coming bail-out of some banks. The government is trying to agree a reduction in bankers wages as well as more credit for busines...
Gov To Slash Bankers Pay
Top bankers in Ireland could be facing a major pay cut ahead of the up-coming bail-out of some banks. The government is trying to agree a reduction in bankers wages as well as more credit for busines...
Irish News, Feb 9, 2009
Teachers Protest Bailed Out Bank
Teachers are staging a protest today at one of the banks that is about to be bailed out by government funds. A picket will be held outside the Dublin office of Anglo Irish Bank the Stephen's Green of...
Teachers Protest Bailed Out Bank
Teachers are staging a protest today at one of the banks that is about to be bailed out by government funds. A picket will be held outside the Dublin office of Anglo Irish Bank the Stephen's Green of...
Irish News, Feb 9, 2009
Lenihan Pressures Banks For Small Business Credit
The Minister of Finance has said the Government is applying pressure to Irish banks to grant credit to small businesses. The Government is also seeking assurances around the repossessions of homes an...
Lenihan Pressures Banks For Small Business Credit
The Minister of Finance has said the Government is applying pressure to Irish banks to grant credit to small businesses. The Government is also seeking assurances around the repossessions of homes an...
Irish News, Feb 9, 2009
Woman Missing From Galway Home
A 49-year-old woman has gone missing from her home in Galway. Gardaí at Gort are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of the woman, named Bernadette Leech. She has been missi...
Woman Missing From Galway Home
A 49-year-old woman has gone missing from her home in Galway. Gardaí at Gort are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of the woman, named Bernadette Leech. She has been missi...
Irish News, Feb 9, 2009
Taxi Take To Dublin's Streets
A mass protest has seen over 1,000 taxi drivers protest on Dublin's streets. The march in Dublin today has come after their latest protest over the number of taxi licences being issued in the city. ...
Taxi Take To Dublin's Streets
A mass protest has seen over 1,000 taxi drivers protest on Dublin's streets. The march in Dublin today has come after their latest protest over the number of taxi licences being issued in the city. ...
Irish News, Feb 9, 2009
Residents Warned Over Council Imposters
A series of burglaries has prompted warnings to residents to be on the look out for an imposter con. Gardaí at Clondalkin are advising residents in the Clondalkin and Ballyfermot areas to be vigilant...
Residents Warned Over Council Imposters
A series of burglaries has prompted warnings to residents to be on the look out for an imposter con. Gardaí at Clondalkin are advising residents in the Clondalkin and Ballyfermot areas to be vigilant...
Irish News, Feb 9, 2009
One Dead, Two Injured As Icy Conditions Persist
Motorists are being advised to drive with care today following a tragic accident on the icy roads. As freezing temperatures persist across the country, a 26-year-old man was killed in a road acciden...
One Dead, Two Injured As Icy Conditions Persist
Motorists are being advised to drive with care today following a tragic accident on the icy roads. As freezing temperatures persist across the country, a 26-year-old man was killed in a road acciden...
Irish News, Feb 9, 2009
DUP Cheers As SF Taunts
What Sinn Féin has today described as "playground antics" after an allegation against SF President Gerry Adams has led to the suspension of a leading DUP Assemblyman. As colleagues gave North Belfast...
DUP Cheers As SF Taunts
What Sinn Féin has today described as "playground antics" after an allegation against SF President Gerry Adams has led to the suspension of a leading DUP Assemblyman. As colleagues gave North Belfast...
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Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Frequent, often heavy showers of rain, sleet and snow will affect most parts this evening and overnight, but are likely to be most frequent across the northeast. Minimum temperature -1 °C.
