Cian McCormack

Irish travel agents said there has been a surge in mid-term sun and ski holiday bookings (File pic)

Surge in sun and ski holidays for mid-term break

A surge in mid-term holiday breaks has seen record bookings for some destinations but overall passenger travel numbers have not yet hit pre-pandemic levels.

Business • 16 Feb 22

Government yesterday announced measures to help tackle the cost of living (Stock image)

Help welcomed but 'modern day poverty' concerns remain

People impacted by rising costs have welcomed the Government's cost of living package but have concerns about whether it can tackle long-term "modern day poverty" and future price increases.

Ireland • 11 Feb 22

People say rising costs are taking a toll on daily life (stock image)

Another baby 'out of reach' - rising costs take hold

Delaying having another baby, limiting central heating use and wearing extra layers to keep warm at home is how some parents are managing the rising cost of living.

Ireland • 09 Feb 22

Data shows cars levels on the Irish road network are as high as before the pandemic (File pic)

Road traffic numbers hit pre-pandemic levels

The number of cars on Irish roads has hit pre-pandemic levels, but there are fewer people travelling on public transport.

Ireland • 07 Feb 22

Figures show 113,000 people are currently waiting for passports

Passport delays drive frustrated applicants to TDs

Frustrated passport applicants are turning to their local TDs in an attempt to get their travel documentation quicker.

Ireland • 02 Feb 22

Representative groups claim that in some crèches, up to a third of staff are out (Stock image)

'Ultimate crisis' as crèche staff absences continue

High staff absences caused by Covid-19 and staff shortages are forcing crèches around the country to close or reduce opening hours.

Ireland • 28 Jan 22

The RSA has confirmed that eight of its 60 test centres have longer waiting times than 10 weeks

Driver and NCT test waiting times longer than usual

Learner drivers are facing an average wait of 10 weeks for a driving test, according to Road Safety Authority figures seen by RTÉ's Morning Ireland.

Ireland • 25 Jan 22

A memorial at the former Tuam Mother and Baby Home

Mother-and-baby home report leak inquiry criticised

A failure by the Government to deliver answers on how a major report on mother-and-baby homes was leaked to the media before it was due to be published has been criticised.

Ireland • 10 Jan 22