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EU contingency plans in the event of Armageddon threatening

March 30, 2025 by

The EU has advised its 450 million citizens—including over five million in Ireland—to stockpile essential supplies sufficient for at least 72 hours. Though the guidance is directed at EU member states, it may well be prudent for neighbouring Britain to heed the same. The recommendation is part of a broader European Civil Protection strategy to boost preparedness for crises such … [Read more...] about EU contingency plans in the event of Armageddon threatening

MP calls for Ireland to rejoin Commonwealth

March 30, 2025 by

Andrew Rosindell MP says Ireland and the UK share “thousands of years” of history and should reunite under the Commonwealth banner DURING a House of Commons debate in London entitled "St Patrick's Day and Northern Irish Affairs", held on March 27, Andrew Rosindell MP (Romford) called for Ireland to rejoin the Commonwealth, formerly known as the British Commonwealth. Mr … [Read more...] about MP calls for Ireland to rejoin Commonwealth

Donaldsons’ case may be delayed until autumn

March 29, 2025 by

THE trial of former Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and his wife Lady Eleanor Donaldson related to alleged historical sex crimes is likely now to be held in the autumn. Scheduled to run for three weeks, it was due to begin at Newry Crown court on March 24. But is was delayed due to the ill health of Lady Donaldson (aged 58). Two GPs’ letters … [Read more...] about Donaldsons’ case may be delayed until autumn

Soldier F trial scheduled for September

March 28, 2025 by

THE trial of a former member of the British army’s Parachute Regiment accused of the murder of two men on January 39, 1972 in Derry will begin in September. Soldier F, who cannot be identified, is accused of murdering James Wray and William McKinney when members of the Parachute Regiment shot dead 13 civil rights protesters on the streets of Derry on 30 January 1972. He is also … [Read more...] about Soldier F trial scheduled for September

Taoiseach vows to protect Irish jobs in the event of trade war

March 28, 2025 by

AN TAOISEACH Micheál Martin said that the Government’s ‘over-arching priority’ was to protect Irish jobs amid ongoing concerns about the United States’ implementation of tariffs. The pharmaceutical industry, in particular, faces an uncertain future in terms of its presence in Ireland. Speaking at an event in Limerick, the Taoiseach said that ‘tariffs are bad for the world … [Read more...] about Taoiseach vows to protect Irish jobs in the event of trade war

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