A CRITICAL phase of the €1.6 billion Celtic Interconnector project is now underway, with the start of subsea cable installation marking a key step toward creating Ireland’s first electricity link to mainland Europe. The project, developed by Ireland’s EirGrid and France’s Réseau de Transport d’Électricité, aims to support renewable energy integration and stabilise electricity … [Read more...] about Energy cable linking Ireland to France breaks ground with Celtic Interconnector
Northern Irish politicians lead petition for Prime Minister to recall parliament over Gaza crisis
POLITICIANS in Northern Ireland are leading a petition calling on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to recall parliament over the worsening situation in Gaza. A letter, led by the SDLP party, has been sent to Mr Starmer calling for urgent diplomatic intervention, an end to arms sales to Israel, and the immediate delivery of humanitarian aid to the war-torn region. It has been signed … [Read more...] about Northern Irish politicians lead petition for Prime Minister to recall parliament over Gaza crisis
Public in Northern Ireland urged to be vigilant after Asian hornet found in Co. Cork
THE public in Northern Ireland has been urged to be vigilant after an Asian hornet was found in southern Ireland. Last week Ireland’s National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) confirmed the sighting and subsequent capture of an Asian hornet in the Cork area. Last week an Asian hornet was found in Co. Cork Native to Southeast Asia, the hornet has spread through continental … [Read more...] about Public in Northern Ireland urged to be vigilant after Asian hornet found in Co. Cork
Chimneys revealed as top cause of house fires in Ireland
CHIMNEYS were the top cause of house fires recorded in Ireland last year. New figures reveal that chimneys, flues, hot ashes and soot were the top cause of the fires which took hold at homes across the country in 2024. Fires occurring due to malicious intent and rubbish burning also featured highly in the statistics published this week, which were compiled by the National … [Read more...] about Chimneys revealed as top cause of house fires in Ireland
Motorcyclist seriously injured in Co. Mayo collision
GARDAÍ have appealed for witnesses to come forward after a motorcyclist was left seriously injured following a collision in Co. Mayo. The motorbike and a car collided at Castlebar Road in Newport at around 4.50pm on Sunday, August 17. The motorcyclist, a man aged in his 50s, was seriously injured in the incident. He received medical treatment at the scene of the collision … [Read more...] about Motorcyclist seriously injured in Co. Mayo collision