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Micheál Martin has suggested the next stage of easing Covid restrictions could be delayed over concerns about the Delta variant.

Three quarters of the HSE's computer servers have now been unlocked, after the recent cyber attack.

The Social Democrats will table a motion today, calling for the hospital to be fully owned by the State.

The gardai paid a speed-camera operator 14.6 million euro last year - but took in less than 7.2 million in fines as a result.

Over 3.6 million Covid-19 vaccines have been administered in Ireland.

The level of public trust in news in Ireland has increased over the past year, according to a new report.

The EPA admits it will be 'extremely challenging' to have one million electric vehicles on Irish roads by 2030.

A 30 year old man has appeared before Tallaght District Court, charged with murdering his father at his home in Dublin at the weekend.

A man is due before the courts this morning charged with the murder of another man in Dublin at the weekend.

A solidarity event is to be held this week, after a church in Dublin 10 faced criticism for flying a pride flag.

Nearly 1,400 people in Wicklow and around the country have been driving with only a learner permit for over 26 years.

The number of Covid patients in intensive care has fallen to its lowest level in over nine months.

The World Health Organisation says there's a 'real chance' the Delta variant will become the dominant strain of Covid-19 in Ireland.

There was a 43 per cent increase in contacts to the Women's Aid support line during 2020, compared to 2019.

Aer Lingus says it won't be possible to reverse the decision to close its crew base in Shannon Airport - despite suggestions otherwise.

We're just days away from potentially finding out if aliens exist.

Fur farming is set to be banned in Ireland under proposals going to cabinet this morning.

Jeffrey Donaldson is likely to be the only contender for the DUP leadership race when nominations close today.

Gardai will today renew their appeal for information into the disappearance of a woman in Galway 36 years ago.

The family of George Nkencho has asked the Dublin Coroner to consider the wider implications of a young black man being shot by gardai.

A man in his sixties has died following a fatal assault in Dublin last night.

The Tanaiste can't guarantee what services will be provided at the new National Maternity Hospital, according to the co-leader of the Social Democrats.

There are calls for a knife amnesty to be introduced after three separate stabbings in Dublin over the weekend.

6% of people say they'd refuse a covid-19 vaccine, according to a new survey.

The government's being told it needs to find a resolution after pubs and restaurants were told it's illegal to serve alcohol at outdoor seating areas.

Gardai in Dublin are appealing for witnesses to a hit and run in Tallaght, in which a cyclist was seriously injured.

Northern Ireland is facing instability following the resignation of Edwin Poots as DUP leader last night.

The deputy Chief Medical Officer is defending a demonstration showing how antigen tests could be manipulated.

The Green Party wants schools to become solar-powered.

Ireland will get the largest share of the EU's Brexit fund, with the money to help sectors impacted most by the UK leaving the European Union.

There are calls for new safeguards on 24 hour "dial-a-drink" services.

A new safety drive by the Coastguard aims to reduce the response time to emergencies along North Dublin's coast.

People who don't follow news coverage of Covid-19 are more likely to be vaccine hesitant.

A convicted rapist from South County Dublin has gone on trial accused of making death threats against the legal team who prosecuted his case.

Agreement has been reached between the main parties in Northern Ireland to continue the Stormont Executive, following the resignation of Arlene Foster.

Sinn Féin has a four point lead on its nearest rivals Fine Gael in the latest opinion poll.

The Dáil last night passed the Climate Action Bill following a 4 hour debate.

An investigation's underway after a teenager was killed in a workplace accident in Co. Waterford.

The inquiry into the Manchester Arena terror attack is publishing its first report later, into the security operation at the Ariana Grande concert in 2017.

Late Late Toy Show star Adam King is set to star in his own kids TV show.

The Tánaiste says a United Ireland can happen within his lifetime.

A small firms group is calling for a more rapid tapering off of the Pandemic Unemployment Payment.

The Chief Medical Officer's stance on the use of antigen testing's expected to come under scrutiny when he appears before an Oireachtas Committee later.

Almost 9 thousand people died from heart disease in Ireland last year, according to the Irish Heart Foundation, which says it killed more woman in 2020 than breast, cervical and ovarian cancer combined.

There won't be a voting pact between the government parties in the upcoming Dublin Bay South by-election.

Almost a quarter of 9 year old's were found to be overweight or obese, according to a new report.

More than 3 billion euro has been wiped off Coca-Cola's share price.

An inquiry into the misuse of Covid-19 vaccines at the Beacon Hospital in Dublin has yet to be filed.

Gardai in Wicklow say they will now adopt a zero tolerance approach to people who park their vehicles illegally at scenic and beach locations in the county.

A 42 acre site in North Dublin is to be rezoned, which could pave the way for 2,200 new homes to be built in the area.

The Labour Party's proposing the price of land be capped to make housing more affordable.

The head of Tusla will offer an apology to adopted people for the hurt caused when dealing with the agency.

A full return to college campuses is on course for the autumn.

Cabinet will consider extra restrictions on people travelling into Ireland from Britain this morning, after a surge in cases of the Delta variant in England, with the strain fast becoming dominant there.

The village of Enniskerry is closed this week, as filming on the Disney movie “Disenchanted” continues.

Gardai are to be given additional powers under new legislation being proposed by government.

Social Justice Ireland says school closures could reverse a lot of the progress made in tackling educational disadvantage.

A four week delay is expected to be announced in the easing of England's Covid-19 restrictions.

People over 50 will be able to get a Covid-19 vaccine from their local pharmacist from today.

The Government will continue to consider possible travel restrictions with Britain amid fears surrounding the Delta variant.

The number of people with Covid-19 in ICU is at its lowest level this year.

Capel Street and Parliament Street in Dublin city centre will be made traffic free from today. The trial plan is being brought in this evening at weekends so people can eat outdoors.

British Airways has furloughed thousands of its staff.

Dublin City Council is selling two houses in Smithfield for 35 thousand euro.

So far over 3 million people have been given a dose of a Covid vaccine and by the end of today one million people will be fully vaccinated.

The National Public Health Emergency Team has been wary of the tests despite numerous experts endorsing them.

A serving Garda is due in court this morning after being charged with offences relating to coercive control.

A state watchdog says many of the country's mental health units are outdated and not fit for purpose.

Over 1,600 older people are on the waiting list for home-support packages.

A Fianna Fáil TD is calling for members of his own party to resign for their involvement in a polling controversy.

There's less than two hours to go until one of the best eclipse events in recent years takes place.

All employees will be entitled to 10 sick days a year from 2025 under plans agreed by cabinet this morning.

The party told members to pretend to be from a made up polling organisation when carrying out research ahead of elections.

The Government says it’s too early to say if the social distancing rule will be reduced, to allow more people to return to the office.

The Digital Green Cert proposal has been passed by the European Parliament.

It's expected the by-election in Dublin Bay South will be held on the 8th of July.

Former Debenhams workers have accepted an offer of a three million euro training, upskilling and business start-up fund.

Jonathan Dowdall, with an address on the Navan Road in Dublin, was brought before the Special Criminal Court this morning.

The National Immunisation Advisory Committee is recommending the suspension be lifted, and that it be used on everyone over 18.

The funding is being given to projects in areas including the north and south inner city, Dundrum, Balbriggan, and Adamstown.

The Garda Commissioner is to look again at the resourcing of public order units and push for the early vaccination of gardai against Covid 19.

In a joint statement issued last night, the football associations here, Scotland, Wales, England and Northern Ireland welcomed backing from the UK government for the bid, describing it as an "incredible opportunity".

19 counties had an increase in vacant business premises in the final three months of last year.

Wicklow County Council has rejected a claim that boxing coach Pete Taylor should be granted an injunction, preventing the council from terminating either his or Bray Boxing Club’s legal interest in a premises previously used by them at the harbour in Bray.

Members of the public are being asked to give their input on a Masterplan for Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains National Park. 

Dublin Airport is seeking contractors as part of expansion plans worth up to €50 million.

A former teacher at Terenure College in Dublin has been jailed for eight years for abusing 23 boys at the private school between 1973 and 1990.

The Education Minister says there's no plans to introduce mass testing for schools as part of this month's re-opening.

The National Immunisation Advisory Committee's recommending that any currently authorised Covid 19 vaccine can be given to adults of all ages, including those aged 70 and older.

New laws on mandatory hotel quarantine have now passed all stages in the Oireachtas.

While the government's also preparing significantly increased fines for people who try to go on holiday during the pandemic.

Junior Cert 2021 has also been cancelled after a meeting of the cabinet sub-committee on education.

Gardai are reminding people they will continue to patrol public amenities and parks to ensure compliance with public health guidelines.

Parts of the Sandymount Seafront in Dublin will be reduced to one way traffic from March 1st to allow for a new cycle route.

It makes Ireland the world leader in share of the grid from onshore wind energy.

The CEO of Ryanair says it's unrealistic to expect the EU to have a Europe wide digital vaccine passport to facilitate travel this summer.

More than 1,500 people have died in nursing home settings since the start of the pandemic.

The HSE is reviewing homeless deaths in Dublin last year.

Six people died on Irish roads last month despite a significant drop off in traffic volume.