A PUBLIC survey is underway in Belfast on extending the hours that shops can open on Sundays. Currently large shops in the city centre – those with a floor space of 280 square metres or more – can only open from 1pm to 6pm on Sundays. Smaller stores, however, are not bound by these restrictions and can set their own opening hours. Under Northern Irish legislation only areas … [Read more...] about Public asked for opinions on extending Sunday trading hours in Belfast
Dementia service uses Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh’s GAA commentary to ‘trigger fond memories’
A NEWLY launched dementia service is using historic GAA commentary by the late Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh as a form of reminiscence therapy. The Replay is a collaboration between The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, the GAA and RTÉ Archives. Kerry native Ó Muircheartaigh died in 2024 at the age of 93. His family has given its full support to the initiative, which uses recordings of … [Read more...] about Dementia service uses Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh’s GAA commentary to ‘trigger fond memories’
Galway Mayor will stand in by-election for President Catherine Connolly’s former seat
MAYOR of Galway Mike Cubbard has confirmed he will stand as an independent candidate in the upcoming Galway West by-election. The electoral contest is for the seat held by Catherine Connolly before she was elected President of Ireland. A date has yet to be set for the election, but Mayor Cubbard has today confirmed his intention to run for the TD role and said his campaign … [Read more...] about Galway Mayor will stand in by-election for President Catherine Connolly’s former seat
Lockers introduced across Dublin in cycle safety pilot scheme
CYCLE lockers are being installed across Dublin this month in a bid to make the city a safer place for cyclists. A pilot project is underway where 40 such lockers will be placed in various locations around the city centre. Intended for short-term use, the lockers are designed to allow cyclists to securely park their bikes for a few hours while they socialise, shop, dine, or … [Read more...] about Lockers introduced across Dublin in cycle safety pilot scheme
Galway Mayor will stand in by-election for Catherine Connolly’s former seat
MAYOR of Galway Mike Cubbard has confirmed he will stand as an independent candidate in the upcoming Galway West by-election. The electoral contest is for the seat held by Catherine Connolly before she was elected President of Ireland. A date has yet to be set for the election, but Mayor Cubbard has today confirmed his intention to run for the TD role and said his campaign … [Read more...] about Galway Mayor will stand in by-election for Catherine Connolly’s former seat