AN INVESTIGATION by RTÉ's Prime Time has revealed that the detailed movements of tens of thousands of smartphones in Ireland were available for purchase by marketing and advertising companies. This has led to serious concerns about national security, privacy and the limits of EU data protection laws. The data includes detailed geolocation information that can be used to track … [Read more...] about Location data scandal sparks security and privacy fears in Ireland
High Court Ruling highlights fragility of undersea cables amid rising security concerns
THE HIGH COURT has ruled in favour of Virgin Media Wholesale Limited, allowing the company to recover over €345,000 in damages from the owners of a Wexford-based fishing trawler, the Lida Suzanna, for damaging a vital subsea fibre-optic cable that links Ireland and Britain. The cable, laid in 1998 by Virgin’s predecessor NTL, is one of two critical connections, the Sirius South … [Read more...] about High Court Ruling highlights fragility of undersea cables amid rising security concerns
Cyclist and lorry driver die in separate collisions on same day in Co. Cork
TWO people died in separate collisions in Co. Cork yesterday afternoon. The driver of a heavy goods vehicle died when his lorry was involved in a single vehicle collision in Ballycotton at around 3.30pm yesterday (September 18). The man, aged in his 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene. Gardaí have urged anyone with information about the incident, which happened on the L3633, … [Read more...] about Cyclist and lorry driver die in separate collisions on same day in Co. Cork
Tánaiste claims new legacy agreement will ‘provide truth and accountability’ for Troubles victims
A NEW legacy deal has been agreed between the British and Irish Governments with the joint framework published today. Launched by Tánaiste Simon Harris and Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Hilary Benn at an event held in Hillsborough Castle, The Legacy of the Troubles: A Joint Framework will replace Britain’s controversial Legacy Act. “The Joint Framework provides for … [Read more...] about Tánaiste claims new legacy agreement will ‘provide truth and accountability’ for Troubles victims
Irish government plans to raise minimum wage to €14
MORE THAN 160,000 people in Ireland are on track to receive a pay boost, as the coalition government moves ahead with plans to raise the national minimum wage by at least 55 cents per hour. This would push the rate above €14 for the very first time. This increase, which is expected to come into effect on January 1, forms part of a broader “last-minute budget” that is still … [Read more...] about Irish government plans to raise minimum wage to €14