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Sea survival is a key part of basic training that prepares fishers in the event of an accident at sea

New sea survival training pool to open in Co Donegal

A new sea survival training pool has been launched in the National Fisheries College of Ireland in Greencastle, Co Donegal.

Ulster • 22 May 24

Concerns investment not matching growth in Drogheda

Drogheda has a population of 44,135 and is expanding rapidly, but some local groups are concerned that investment in the area is not keeping pace with the rate of growth.

Regional • 14 Mar 24

Elitsa Borisova says a person with a disability just can't compete in the rental market

Renting while disabled: a 'crisis within a crisis'

People with disabilities are facing a "crisis within a crisis" in the rental market, according to some who have spoken to RTÉ's Drivetime.

Regional • 18 Jan 24

Property agent Gerry Grennan said there are issues particular to Donegal that have made the long-term rental market there 'practically non-existent'

Donegal rental properties 'practically non-existent'

Renters in Donegal are experiencing "the perfect storm", according to North West Simon Community.

Ulster • 17 Jan 24

Derry GP Dr Tom Black has had to start offering private consultations, as his practice would risk becoming bankrupt in months

Education, health on minds in NI amid Stormont deadlock

As the new year began with the deadlock at Stormont still unresolved, people in Northern Ireland have now been living without a functioning executive for almost two years.

Ulster • 09 Jan 24

Garda Gillian Slane was one of the gardaí on duty during the riots

'I'm not going to lie, it was scary' during riots

Members of An Garda Síochána have spoken about their experiences being on duty in Dublin city centre during the rioting on 23 November.

Ireland • 15 Dec 23

Ezana Weldetensae says he felt welcomed when he moved to Rosslare

'I'm willing to serve the community that gave me love'

A man who moved to Rosslare in Co Wexford while his asylum application was being processed has said he felt accepted by the community, as some residents now think they cannot accept many more newcomers.

Leinster • 13 Dec 23

The US, Singapore and China have already approved lab-grown proteins for the consumer market (Stock image)

Lab-grown meats are 'only a matter of time' - FSAI

It is only a matter of time before the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) receives applications for lab-grown meat to be developed for Irish consumers, the authority said.

Ireland • 10 Aug 23

Changes have long been sought by insurance reform campaigners, who claim they will bring the cost of cover down

New measures may reduce injury claims, insurance costs

New legislation comes into effect today as part of the Government's Action Plan for Insurance Reform, the measures may reduce claims and the cost of insurance for businesses.

Politics • 31 Jul 23

The Ombudsman has set out 21 recommendations to improve the administration of the schemes (file image)

'Unreasonable' approach by HSE in reimbursing patients

An investigation by Ombudsman for Public Services Ger Deering has found an "unreasonable and inflexible" approach by the HSE in reimbursing patients for treatment in other countries.

Health • 18 Apr 23