A GROWING dispute between the European Commission and the Spanish government has escalated following the EU’s announcement that Spain's fines against several budget airlines breach European regulations. Last year, Spain’s Ministry of Consumer Rights slapped five low-cost carriers: Ryanair, EasyJet, Norwegian, Vueling, and Volotea, with a combined €179m in penalties for charging … [Read more...] about EU challenges Spain’s airline fines with ruling over extra cabin charges
Taoiseach apologises to Fianna Fáil members over Jim Gavin blunder
TAOISEACH Micheál Martin has issued a heartfelt apology to party members, stating he was devastated over Jim Gavin’s withdrawal and the controversy that surrounded it. He addressed an emotional five-hour parliamentary party meeting in Leinster House on Wednesday, where he accepted full responsibility for the fallout and acknowledged the hurt and disappointment felt by the … [Read more...] about Taoiseach apologises to Fianna Fáil members over Jim Gavin blunder
‘Major milestone’ for Irish defence forces as third new aircraft delivered
A NEW cargo aircraft for the Irish Air Corps has landed in Dublin this week. Its arrival at Casement Aerodrome marks the third Airbus C-295 aircraft to be delivered for the Irish defence forces in the past two years. The Irish Government has spent €300m in total on the three C-295 aircrafts. The first two maritime patrol aircrafts, which were manufactured in Seville, Spain, … [Read more...] about ‘Major milestone’ for Irish defence forces as third new aircraft delivered
Dublin Marathon moves to ballot-only entry
PLACES on the annual Dublin Marathon will now only be available through the ballot system the organisers have confirmed. The Irish Life Dublin Marathon will no longer offer priority entry to past participants, it said in a statement this week, as it looks to increase the number of first-time and female runners who take part in the annual event. “All general entries for 2026 and … [Read more...] about Dublin Marathon moves to ballot-only entry
Witness appeal after woman in her 80s dies in Co. Cavan collision
A PENSIONER has died following a collision in Co. Cavan. Two cars collided on a local road in Carrickatober at ariund 3.30pm on October 7. One of the drivers, a woman in her 80s, was pronounced dead at the scene. The other driver, a woman in her 40s, was brought to Cavan General Hospital for assessment. Gardaí have called on anyone who witnessed the incident to come … [Read more...] about Witness appeal after woman in her 80s dies in Co. Cavan collision