COCAINE worth an estimated €1.2m has been seized following a series of raids at properties in Dublin. Gardaí arrested two men following the searches which took place yesterday (September 17). “As part of ongoing investigations under Operation Tara targeting the sale and supply of controlled drugs in the Dublin Metropolitan Region (DMR) West, Gardaí attached to the Finglas Drugs … [Read more...] about Cocaine worth €1.2m seized in Dublin raids
Britain and Ireland close to agreement on Troubles legacy as victims demand clarity
PRESSURE is mounting on the British government to finalise a long-anticipated agreement with the Republic of Ireland on legacy issues stemming from Northern Ireland’s Troubles, as victims’ groups and MPs voice growing frustration over continued delays. The Northern Ireland Affairs Committee has formally called on Secretary of State Hilary Benn to provide a clear timetable for … [Read more...] about Britain and Ireland close to agreement on Troubles legacy as victims demand clarity
‘Alarming’ number of adults in Ireland would help children use cigarette vending machines
A NEW study has found an “alarming” number of adults in Ireland would be prepared to help children use self-service cigarette vending machines On September 29 legislation will come into effect across the country banning the use of tobacco vending machines. Tobacco vending machines are set to be outlawed in Ireland from the end of this month With the end date in sight, a … [Read more...] about ‘Alarming’ number of adults in Ireland would help children use cigarette vending machines
Young Palestinians fleeing conflict in Gaza set to arrive in Ireland
FIFTEEN young Palestinians fleeing the conflict in Gaza are set to arrive in Ireland. Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Simon Harris announced their “imminent arrival” today. They are all holders of “long-stay visas who had been unable to exit Gaza without assistance”, his department confirmed this morning. “I welcome the arrival of these Palestinian young people to … [Read more...] about Young Palestinians fleeing conflict in Gaza set to arrive in Ireland
Inflation soars in Ireland, with the price of butter up 50% in the past 5 years
IN IRELAND the cost of essentials such as butter, meat and olive oil continues to rise, according to a new analysis of Eurostat data. Butter alone has jumped by nearly 50% in the past five years, with an 8% surge recorded just this year. Price hikes in staple items like sugar (up 56% in a decade) and olive oil (up 53%) are hitting households hard, especially as inflation in … [Read more...] about Inflation soars in Ireland, with the price of butter up 50% in the past 5 years