Gardai are focusing attention on tackling the increasing number of assaults at night, a watchdog has been told. With latest crime statistics pointing to a spike in attacks, the Policing Authority heard the increase was anticipated as bars and restaurants in towns and cities become busier as the economy recovers.
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Call to open Irish passport offices in Belfast and Londonderry in wake of Brexit
Calls have been made to open Irish passport offices in Belfast and Londonderry after the Brexit vote sparked a surge in demand. SDLP MLA Nichola Mallon said the Stormont Executive should help facilitate the move.
Five unwanted dogs put down each day across Ireland
Five stray or unwanted dogs were put down in pounds every day last year, official figures have revealed. Reports from councils around the country show 1,824 pets were euthanised in 2015, a fall of more than a third on the previous year.
Imperial Tobacco to close factory in Co Westmeath
A major tobacco firm is to shut one of its factories in the Midlands. Imperial Tobacco is to close its manufacturing plant in Mullingar, Co Westmeath with the loss of 87 jobs.
Ireland and Scotland can provide 'ethical leadership that is so needed'
Ireland and Scotland have been urged to play a key role in providing the ” ethical leadership that is so needed at this moment in our history”. Irish President Michael Higgins highlighted the importance of immigration to the two nations as he addressed MSPs at the Scottish Parliament.
Gabriel Byrne urges TDs to ban hare coursing
Actor Gabriel Byrne has lent his support to the campaign to ban hare coursing. The Golden Globe winner wrote to TDs urging them to outlaw the practice of netting and capturing hares for muzzled greyhounds to chase in competition.
Irish fans honoured by Paris mayor for sportsmanship in Euro 2016
Irish football fans are to be honoured by the mayor of Paris for their “exemplary sportsmanship” during Euro 2016. Anne Hidalgo announced plans for the Green Army to be given the city’s most prestigious award, known as the Grand Vermeil.
Family of Ibrahim Halawa 'devastated' after Egypt trial delayed for months
The family of a 20-year-old Irish man jailed in Egypt over political protests are to reapply for a presidential decree to secure his freedom after his trial was delayed for another three months. Ibrahim Halawa was imprisoned aged 17 in Cairo in 2013 during unrest over the ousting of the Muslim Brotherhood and has been… Continue reading Family of Ibrahim Halawa 'devastated' after Egypt trial delayed for months
Probe launched after man shot in face by gardai during overnight operation
Gardai shot a man in the face during an overnight operation, the force’s official watchdog has said. The victim, aged in his 30s, is said to be in a stable condition after the incident near Foynes, Co Limerick.
Ticket holder in Ireland wins estimated £19 million EuroMillions jackpot
A ticket holder in Ireland has won an estimated £19 million jackpot in Friday’s EuroMillions game. The winning National Lottery EuroMillions numbers were 11, 50, 13, 40, 02, Camelot said.