AN island off the coast of Ireland which is only accessible when weather permits will reopen to the public this month. Scattery Island, or Inis Cathaigh in Gaelic, is an historic spot located in the Shannon Estuary just a few kilometres off the coast of Kilrush in Co. Clare. Boasting more than 1500 years of history, the island is said to be where St Senan established his … [Read more...] about Abandoned Irish Island only accessible when weather permits opens to visitors
UK’s dementia missing persons scheme adopted in Ireland
A UK scheme which provides support for people who go missing while living with dementia has been adopted in Ireland. An Garda Síochána and the Health Service Executive (HSE), confirmed their support of the Herbert Protocol, at the International Dementia Conference in the Athlone Springs Hotel, this week. The Protocol involves a simple form that assists when a person living with … [Read more...] about UK’s dementia missing persons scheme adopted in Ireland
Belfast shop caught selling cigarettes and vapes to children
A SHOP in Belfast has been banned from selling cigarettes and vapes after being caught selling them to children. Snack City in College Avenue was given a 12-month ban from selling tobacco products and nicotine inhaling products, including e-cigarettes and vapes, at Belfast Magistrates Court this week. It followed an investigation into the shop by Belfast City Council following … [Read more...] about Belfast shop caught selling cigarettes and vapes to children
Schoolchildren among winners of new Luke Kelly bursary
TWO schoolchildren are among eight musicians who will receive a €1k bursary to help support their work. Johnny Joyce, 10, who attends Mullingar Educate Together National School in Co. Westmeath, and 13-year-old Julia McCarthy Dillon, who attends Mountmellick Community School in Co. Laois, were both announced as recipients of the inaugural Luke Kelly Bursary this week. The new … [Read more...] about Schoolchildren among winners of new Luke Kelly bursary
Fines for littering and dog fouling rise to €250 this year
ON-THE-SPOT fines for littering and dog fouling will rise by €100 in Ireland this year. The government has confirmed plans to enact legislation allowing existing €150 fines for such offences to be increased to €250. The increase is set to come into effect across the country from September 1, Minister of State at the Department of Climate, Energy and the Alan Dillon confirmed … [Read more...] about Fines for littering and dog fouling rise to €250 this year