Ireland: Latest News

All news where Ireland is mentioned

27.03.2020 / 15:29

No lockdown in criminal fraternity during coronavirus crisis

In the midst of a nationwide shutdown of legitimate business, the business of organised crime at all levels is continuing, from those on the streets up to the gang bosses in their boltholes.

city Dublin Ireland Crime Europe

Minister Harris answers children's questions on Covid-19

A few months ago, we had not heard about coronavirus, Covid-19.

Simon Harris Ireland

European leaders fail to agree stimulus package

EU leaders have failed to reach agreement on a major stimulus package for the European economy in the light of the coronavirus emergency, following a six-hour video conference.

Eu Ireland Europe European Union

Department confirms unemployment payments being processed

The Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection has said that nearly all unemployment benefit claims received since 19 March and up to close of business today will be processed for payment tomorrow and will hit customers' bank accounts on Tuesday.

Ireland business

Coming together for now, but virus fallout could force politicians further apart

The emergency laws passing through the Oireachtas are extraordinary not just in their scope and scale, but in how they have prompted the political system to quickly adapt.

Ireland politics

Podcast: What will the Covid-19 law mean?

The Dáil is meeting to pass momentous legislation as the country grapples with Covid-19. Presenter Paul Cunningham is joined by Mícheál Lehane, Mary Regan and Aisling Kenny.

Paul Cunningham Ireland politics

Pair in court accused of spitting on gardaí in Dublin

A father and son have been refused bail after they were accused of spitting on two gardai on duty in Dublin city centre.

city Dublin Ireland Courts

Student nurses will be paid during Covid-19 crisis

Minister for Health Simon Harris has announced that student nurses will be paid for the duration of the Covid-19 crisis.

Ireland politics

Employment lawyers critical of Govt wage subsidy scheme

Employment lawyers have strongly criticised the Government's Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme which is being debated in the Dáil today.

Ireland business

Belfast man who claimed to have Covid-19 charged after spitting on police

A man has appeared in court in Belfast charged with attempting to inflict grievous bodily harm on two police officers by spitting on them and claiming to have Covid-19.

city Belfast Ireland Courts

School Meals Programme to continue helping vulnerable children during outbreak

Schools have been issued with updated guidance to help them continue to operate the School Meals Programme amid the extended Covid-19 restrictions.

Ireland education

Food hampers provide lifeline for families in Dublin during coronavirus crisis

Yesterday morning hampers were left on the doorsteps of 10 homes in Dublin 17. They contained vital provisions: breakfast cereal, pasta, bread, ham, milk, crackers, tea and coffee, toilet roll and hand sanitiser.

city Dublin Ireland education

Central Bank wants assurance on Covid-19 insurance claims

The Central Bank is to write to the insurance industry setting out how it expects insurance firms to handle the settlement of claims arising from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Ireland business

Dublin homeless services to gain 350 living spaces

Dublin's homeless services are to be given over 350 new living spaces because of a collapse in tourist bookings.

city Dublin Ireland

Dáil to debate measures helping renters hit by Covid-19

Measures to help renters who have been impacted by Covid-19 are due to be debated in the Dáil today.

Ireland politics

Belfast artist aims to inspire 'hope'

A street artist in Belfast has used his talent to create what he calls "a message of hope in desperate times".

Barack Obama city Belfast Ireland Art

Call for regular testing of health workers for Covid-19

SIPTU has voiced alarm about the number of healthcare workers testing positive for Covid-19, and has called for regular testing of all health staff.

county Republic Ireland

Monaghan students stage virtual version of 'Les Mis'

A Co Monaghan Transition Year class due to stage a production of the famous musical Les Miserables this week has come together for a virtual performance.

Les Miserables covid-19 Ireland

Covid-19 test centre opens at Galway Airport

A new Covid-19 test centre has opened at Galway Airport.

city Galway covid-19 Ireland

Fishing representatives urge protesters to end blockade

Fishing organisations have condemned blockades by fishermen in Dingle and Castletownbere, preventing foreign-registered trawlers from landing fish, describing the actions as "unnecessary, alarmist and without any reasonable nor rational foundation".

Ireland Fishing

Govt looking at student nurses being paid - Varadkar

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said the Government is examining the issue of student nurses working in hospitals during the Covid-19 emergency and not getting paid.

Simon Harris Ireland

Investigation under way after gardaí were deliberately 'coughed at'

Gardaí have today called on people to report any instances where they have been threatened or intimidated by people deliberately coughing and spitting at them.

city Dublin Ireland Crime

More than 8,000 waiting on Covid-19 tests in midwest

More than 8,000 people are waiting for Covid-19 tests in the midwest region, which covers Limerick, Clare and north Tipperary.

county Centre city Limerick Ireland regional

Simon Harris says shutting down non-essential shops a 'very difficult decision'

The Minister for Health has said the new restrictions announced today to curb the spread of Covid-19 will put hundreds of thousands of people out of their jobs.

Simon Harris Ireland

Children's Rights Alliance welcomes crèche wages move

In what is viewed as a significant move, the State has essentially agreed to pay all wages of crèche workers for the next three months.

Ireland rights

Mixed reaction from Opposition to Covid-19 measures

Opposition politicians have given a mixed reaction to the Government's announcement today aimed at curbing the spread of Covid-19.

Mary Lou Macdonald Sinn Féin Micheál Martin Fianna Fáil Ireland politics

Covid:19 - Charities warn those in poverty will struggle

Individuals and families living in poverty will be left struggling in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, according to St Vincent DePaul.

city Dublin Ireland

Fórsa urges members to get clarification on 'essential work'

The largest public service union Fórsa has advised its members to report for work pending government clarification on what constitutes "essential" work, as opposed to work that can be done from home.

Ireland

What are the 'essential retail outlets' staying open?

The Taoiseach has asked people to stay at home and only venture outside when absolutely necessary.

Ireland

Govt orders DP centres to dedicate self-isolation rooms

Direct Provision and Emergency Accommodation Centres have been directed by the Department of Justice to generate dedicated self-isolation rooms in response to Covid-19.

Ireland direct provision

Galway's European Capital of Culture events schedule 'significantly' reduced due to coronavirus

Galway's term as European Capital of Culture is in serious jeopardy, as a result of the ongoing coronavirus situation.

city European covid-19 Ireland

What you need to know about new Covid-19 restrictions

The Government is now asking people to stay at home if possible.

Ireland

Call for support for childcare sector during Covid-19 closures

Government support is needed to ensure childcare facilities will be able to re-open after the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the Federation of Early Childhood Providers.

Sean Orourke Ireland

Cabinet to consider next steps in tackling Covid-19

The Cabinet will meet this morning to consider updated recommendations on tackling the coronavirus from the National Public Health Emergency Team.

Leo Varadkar Mary Lou Macdonald Sinn Féin Micheál Martin Fine Gael Fianna Fáil Ireland politics

Cabinet to consider next steps in tackling Covid-19

The Cabinet will meet this morning to consider updated recommendations on tackling the coronavirus from the National Public Health Emergency Team.

Leo Varadkar Mary Lou Macdonald Sinn Féin Micheál Martin Fine Gael Ireland cabinet

Fed indicates it's prepared 'to leave tap running'

The US central bank, the Federal Reserve, did a very big thing this afternoon.

Usa Ireland business World

RTÉ confirms broadcaster Claire Byrne diagnosed with Covid-19

RTÉ has confirmed that broadcaster Claire Byrne has been diagnosed with Covid-19.

Claire Byrne covid-19 Ireland

McDonald calls for closure of non-essential business

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has called for a shutdown of non-essential businesses.

Mary Lou Macdonald Sinn Féin Ireland politics

Barristers express concern over crowding at courts

A number of criminal barristers have expressed concerns at how the criminal courts are operating during the Covid-19 public health emergency.

Ireland Courts

'Stay at home' video plea from NI healthcare workers goes viral

A video from frontline coronavirus medics appealing to the public to stay at home has gone viral.

Ireland Ulster

5 ways to communicate to young people about social distancing

Opinion: many young people appear to be disregarding the need for social and physical distancing to prevent the spread of the virus

Ireland

Taoiseach: Apple tax money cannot be used for Covid-19 measures

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said the Government cannot use the more than €14 billion in disputed taxes it has collected from Apple pending a European court appeal to boost the economy in the fight against coronavirus.

Mary Lou Macdonald Eu city Dublin Ireland

Increase in the number of coronavirus testing centres

Dozens of new testing centres for the coronavirus are opening around the country, many in venues usually used for social or sporting purposes.

county Park Ireland

Department focused on State exams going ahead this summer

The Department of Education has said there is no intention at this moment to cancel or postpone either the Junior or Leaving Certificate this summer.

Ireland education

Warnings about a global pandemic were ignored - then Covid-19 struck

"Never will so many ask so much of so few."

Emmanuel Macron Boris Johnson Antonio Guterres Winston Churchill Britain France Ireland World Europe

Minister for Heath Simon Harris warns pubs to close or risk licences

Health Minister Simon Harris has warned that publicans who are ignoring public health advice to close their doors could face problems renewing their licenses in the future.

Tony Holohan Simon Harris covid-19 Ireland

Covid-19: Imperative food supply chains are kept intact - Michael Creed

The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, has said it is imperative that food supply chains are kept intact during the Covid-19 crisis.

China Ireland Agriculture

Donohoe acknowledges Covid-19 payment is a real challenge

The Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe, has said he recognises that for many people who have lost their jobs or can't work as a result of the Covid-19 outbreak, the amount of social welfare available will be a real challenge.

Paschal Donohoe covid-19 Ireland

United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0