FUNDING has been secured to build a new domestic violence refuge in an Irish town deemed a “priority” area for such a service. Housing Minister James Browne confirmed this week that the finds have bene approved for the site in Carlow Town. “The development of this new refuge in Carlow will significantly strengthen the supports available to women and children experiencing … [Read more...] about New domestic violence refuge set to be built in Irish town deemed ‘priority location’ for the service
Una Healy confirmed among stars of new series of Celebrity MasterChef
IRISH singer Una Healy has been confirmed among the stars taking part in the new series of Celebrity Masterchef. The singer-songwriter, who hails from Thurles in Co. Tipperary and was previously one fifth of girl group The Saturdays, will appear in the 21st series of the BBC cooking competition it was revealed today. She claims she joined the show “to learn as much as I can … [Read more...] about Una Healy confirmed among stars of new series of Celebrity MasterChef
Government approves proposals to ban children from using e-scooters
PROPOSALS to restrict the use of electric scooters on Irish roads have been approved by Government. They include banning the use of e-scooters by anyone under the age of 18 and requiring all users to wear hi-visibility jackets and helmets when riding one. The proposed new regulations would also see on-the-spot e-scooter offence fines increased to €100. Minister for Transport, … [Read more...] about Government approves proposals to ban children from using e-scooters
Northern Ireland considers restricting multibuy deals on unhealthy foods to help fight obesity
A PUBLIC consultation is underway in Northern Ireland on restricting the promotion of unhealthy foods. The Department of Health (DoH) and Food Standards Agency (FSA) have launched the public survey which asks for feedback on proposals to restrict the promotion and placement of food and drink that is high in fat, sugar and salt (HFSS). “Obesity is one of the biggest public … [Read more...] about Northern Ireland considers restricting multibuy deals on unhealthy foods to help fight obesity
Homeless face ‘full force of elements’ during heatwaves Birmingham Irish charity warns
AN IRISH-FOUNDED charity in Birmingham which supports some of the most vulnerable members of the community has urged the public to remember the homeless this summer. SIFA Fireside offers a wide range of services for homeless people, whom they say need to be remembered during the summer months too, when they face the “full force of the elements”. “The recent heatwaves have been … [Read more...] about Homeless face ‘full force of elements’ during heatwaves Birmingham Irish charity warns