Flanagan Warns of ‘Substantial’ Terrorist Threat
May 23, 2018 No Responses

Flanagan Warns of ‘Substantial’ Terrorist Threat

There remains a substantial threat to Ireland from terrorist activity, according to the Justice Minister. Charlie Flanagan warned the cabinet about it yesterday, as he sought the renewal of two bills aimed at tackling organised crime. Yesterday the government okayed...
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Varadkar Refutes Claim That Abortion Could be Decriminalized Even After ‘No’ Vote
May 22, 2018 No Responses

Varadkar Refutes Claim That Abortion Could be Decriminalized Even After ‘No’ Vote

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has denied assertions that abortion could be decriminalized in Ireland without the referendum being passed on Friday. Mr Varadkar said it is not possible to reduce the threat that women face of up to 14 years in...
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New Report Shows Record Numbers using Public Transport into Dublin
May 22, 2018 No Responses

New Report Shows Record Numbers using Public Transport into Dublin

The number of people commuting into Dublin city on bus, train or Luas every morning has reached record levels. Figures published by Dublin City Council and the National Transport Authority (NTA) show 107,160 people came into the capital’s city center...
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Almost 70% in The North Now Want to Remain in EU
May 21, 2018 No Responses

Almost 70% in The North Now Want to Remain in EU

Northern Ireland would vote more strongly to remain in the EU if there was another Brexit poll, a study suggested. A total of 69% would favor Remain if there was another referendum compared to 56% at the two years ago,...
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Two Arrested in The North Over Murder of Backpacker in 1988
May 21, 2018 No Responses

Two Arrested in The North Over Murder of Backpacker in 1988

Two men have been arrested by detectives investigating the murder of a German backpacker in Northern Ireland 30 years ago. The body of Munich teenager Inga Maria Hauser was found dumped in a remote part of Ballypatrick Forest, outside Ballycastle,...
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Support for ‘Yes’ Vote in Referendum Grows
May 20, 2018 No Responses

Support for ‘Yes’ Vote in Referendum Grows

Archbishop Eamon Martin has issued a pastoral message ahead of Friday’s referendum. In the address, the Archbishop of Armagh urges voters to “think of two lives”. “When I wrote to you in January about protecting the Eighth Amendment, I ...
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Flanagan Attends Ceremony to Honor Fallen Garda Síochána
May 19, 2018 No Responses

Flanagan Attends Ceremony to Honor Fallen Garda Síochána

The 88 members of An Garda Síochána who lost their lives in the line of duty were remembered earlier. Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan was among those in attendance at a commemoration event in Dublin Castle. He paid tribute to the...
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Support for Sinn Féin Grows Under Mary Lou McDonald
May 19, 2018 No Responses

Support for Sinn Féin Grows Under Mary Lou McDonald

A new opinion poll suggests Sinn Féin are now the most popular opposition party. They have overtaken Fianna Fáil in the Behaviour and Attitudes poll for tomorrow’s Sunday Times. It is one of two opinion polls released this evening. The...
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Prince Harry Becomes First Baron Kilkeel
May 19, 2018 No Responses

Prince Harry Becomes First Baron Kilkeel

Prince Harry becomes the first Baron of Kilkeel, as this has never previously been granted as a royal title. Kilkeel is the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Mourne, and lies on the coast of County Down, below the Mourne...
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Poll Shows Drop in Support for 8th Amendment Repeal
May 17, 2018 No Responses

Poll Shows Drop in Support for 8th Amendment Repeal

44% of people say they will vote to repeal the Eighth Amendment, according to a new poll. That is a drop of three points since April but still 12% more than the 32% who say they will vote no. The...
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