A FUNFAIR operator and an engineer have been sentenced after a ride malfunctioned injuring numerous adults and children on board. The incident happened at Planet Fun in Carrickfergus, Co. Antrim on July 24, 2021. A sentencing hearing took place at Belfast Crown Court on February 14, 2025. Global Events and Attractions Ltd, the Scottish-based firm responsible for the ride, had … [Read more...] about Funfair firm and engineer sentenced after faulty ride injured passengers
Funfair firm and engineer sentenced after faulty ride injured passengers
City-wide treasure hunt will kick of St Patrick’s festivities in Dublin
A CITY-WIDE treasure hunt will kick off the St Partick’s Day festivities in Dublin next month. Dublin City Council has confirmed the return of the event, which has not taken place in the capital for a number of years. “What a great way to kick off the St Patrick’s Festival Weekend, with a Treasure Hunt,” Emma Blain, the Lord Mayor of Dublin, said. “This is something that … [Read more...] about City-wide treasure hunt will kick of St Patrick’s festivities in Dublin
Teenager due in court after illegal drugs worth €500k seized in Kildare
A TEENAGER will appear in court today following the seizure of €500k of illegal drugs in Kildare last night. The 18-year-old has been charged in connection with the incident in Newbridge. Gardaí and Revenue officers seized 10.19kgs of the drug 4Methyl methcathinone HCL (M-Cat) with an estimated value of approximately €500,000 last night. The teenager was arrested at the scene … [Read more...] about Teenager due in court after illegal drugs worth €500k seized in Kildare
Ireland’s newly appointed diaspora minister makes first visit to Britain
IRELAND'S newly appointed diaspora minister has made his first formal visit to Britain this week. Neale Richmond, Ireland’s Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, is in England for a two-day visit. Having arrived yesterday, he will undertake a series of engagements while visiting London and Coventry and Birmingham in the West Midlands. Diaspora Minister … [Read more...] about Ireland’s newly appointed diaspora minister makes first visit to Britain
Ireland hits record high for exports – despite dramatic fall in goods sent to Britain
IRELAND hit a record high for goods exports in 2024 newly released figures reveal. Data released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) shows goods exports rose to €224bn last year. That figure marks an increase of €28bn, or 14 per cent, when compared with 2023. "I am delighted to welcome the publication of this trade data today which shows that the highest value of goods … [Read more...] about Ireland hits record high for exports – despite dramatic fall in goods sent to Britain