Conor Hunt

Dr Mahmoud Abumarzouq (C) with his nephews Mohamed (left) and Refat

Doctor living in Meath loses family members in airstrikes

A Palestinian doctor living in Meath has spoken of his loss after four of his family members were killed in Israeli strikes overnight.

Leinster • 18 Mar 25

Trees were brought down across the country during the storm

Storm Éowyn review to be submitted to Govt by summer

A review into the State's response to Storm Éowyn is due to be submitted to the Government in the coming months.

Environment • 11 Mar 25

Matthew Duff applied for a retest in November and still has not heard back with a confirmed date

Calls for reform as over 74,500 await driving test date

Those awaiting driving tests have expressed frustration with delays as the latest figures from the Road Safety Authority showing that waiting times increased again last month.

Ireland • 07 Mar 25

The service has 300 volunteers providing support around the clock 365 days a year

Dublin Samaritans marks 55 years of listening and support

Dublin Samaritans has announced a new recruitment drive for volunteers so it can keep up with the growing demand for its services.

Dublin • 03 Mar 25

The 15,286 figure represents a 13% yearly increase on January 2024

Over 15,200 homeless last month, including 4,600 children

The number of people homeless and living in emergency accommodation has climbed to another record high, and now stands at 15,286.

Ireland • 28 Feb 25

John Connors (L) has shared his home with Andriy and Yulia since they fled Mariupol

Possible cuts to payments for hosting of Ukrainians

The payment for homeowners who provide accommodation to people fleeing the Ukraine war looks set to be cut as the Government considers the future of the scheme.

Ireland • 25 Feb 25

Sean Burke left his job in transport for a career in the guards

I had a job but wanted a career, says older garda recruit

An Garda Síochána has said a "significant" number of trainees are now aged over 35 since changes were made last year to the age limit for recruits.

Ireland • 19 Feb 25

The figure of 245 fines roughly amounts to one FCN being issued every day since the new regulations came into force

Over 240 fines issued since e-scooter rules implemented

Over 240 fines have been issued to e-scooter riders since new regulations around their use were brought in last year.

Ireland • 14 Feb 25

Over 5,000 people will receive Irish citizenship

More than 5,000 people being granted Irish citizenship

A ceremony is taking place in Dublin which will see more than 5,000 people become new Irish citizens.

Ireland • 13 Feb 25

Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan said there were 32,000 people currently in international protection accommodation (file image)

Efficient, effective IPAS system needed - O'Callaghan

Ireland needs an efficient and effective system in dealing with applicants seeking international protection, Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan has said.

Ireland • 13 Feb 25