Kate Varley

Officials have said more than 45,000 police officers are being deployed in Paris ahead of the Olympics

'Unprecedented' security operation promised for Olympics

The organisers of the Paris Olympics have promised an "unprecedented" security operation in the city ahead of the official start of the Games later this week, and indeed the signs are everywhere in the heart of the French capital.

Paris 2024 • 24 Jul 24

Welwyn Hatfield MP Grant Shapps pictured with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak

View sweeping Tory heartlands that party 'needs to go'

With just two weeks to go until the UK general election, opinions polls suggest the Conservative Party could be at risk of losing the vast majority of its seats.

UK • 20 Jun 24

In Leigh, located in the north west of England, there is a mood for change once again

'Change is needed': A view from England's 'red wall'

The so-called 'red wall' in the north of England is a key target for Labour in the UK General Election, but there is mood for change in areas such as Leigh in the northwest.

UK • 21 Jun 24

Adeleke's achievements have created plenty of excitement at St Mark's Junior School in Springfield, Tallaght.

'She went to our school!' Pupils on Adeleke's success

Pupils at Rhasidat Adeleke's old primary school in Dublin have been reflecting on her inspirational performances at the European Athletics Championships in Rome.

Ireland • 11 Jun 24

Deirdre and Edwin say the current legislation has left them in a state of limbo

Surrogacy bill: Couple hope new laws give them 'choice'

A couple who plan to have a baby through surrogacy hope that proposed new legislation will bring their dream of becoming parents one step closer.

Ireland • 29 May 24

The daa is seeking 15-year planning permission for 11 new infrastructure projects at Dublin Airport

Junior minister in objection to airport expansion plans

A Minister of State is among at least 380 submissions to Fingal Council in relation to expansion plans for Dublin Airport.

Ireland • 31 Jan 24

Just two of eight Navy vessels currently in operation, former senior Navy Commander, Eugene Ryan said (File pic)

How protected is Irish coastline from drug smuggling?

Ireland is at risk of becoming a "gateway" for drugs into the UK and Europe from across the Atlantic, according to a former senior Navy Commander.

Ireland • 14 Dec 23

Catherine Morgan said her son Sean cannot take his place at a special school due to a lack of teachers

No school for child due to teacher shortage - mother

A seven-year-old autistic child who does not have a school place due to a teacher shortage is suffering negatively as a result, his mother has said.

Ireland • 09 Sep 23

Motorised Transport Grant was closed to new applicants in 2013 (stock image)

Lack of supports for disabled drivers 'shameful'

The Ombudsman for Public Services has criticised what he called a "shameful" lack of adequate support for drivers with disabilities.

Ireland • 14 Jun 23

The initiative uses a range of tailored activities, both in schools and out in the community, to help support children living in disadvantaged areas

School credits pilot project for attendance boost

For the pupils and teachers at St Vincent's Boys' Infant School in Dublin, a change is under way. Where once the school struggled with high absentee levels, particularly on Mondays and Fridays, attendance rates are now rising, with the boys reporting feeling happier coming to school.

Dublin • 13 Jun 23