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Ireland Celebrates Successful First Year of Deposit Return Scheme
The Deposit Return Scheme (DRS), launched in February 2024, has made a remarkable impact in its first year, with strong public participation and tangible environmental benefits. Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy, Darragh O’Brien TD, celebrated the scheme’s anniversary, highlighting the transformative effects it has already had on waste management, community fundraising, and environmental sustainability.…
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Witness Appeal – Traffic Collision on the N25 – Eastbound
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to a road traffic collision on the N25 Eastbound near Cobh Cross, Co. Cork yesterday afternoon, Thursday 30th January 2025. The collision involved two cars and occurred shortly before 3:00pm. The drivers of both vehicles, a male in his 80s and a female in her 40s, were conveyed to Cork…
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Authorities Issue Water and Road Safety Warnings Ahead of St Brigid’s Bank Holiday Weekend
With the St Brigid’s Bank Holiday weekend approaching and in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn, authorities have issued urgent safety warnings regarding water activities and road travel. The Irish Coast Guard, RNLI, Water Safety Ireland, An Garda Síochána, and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) have all appealed to the public to exercise caution during the…
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HSE Issues Public Alert Over High Nicotine Levels in Four E-Cigarette Products
The HSE National Environmental Health Service has issued a public warning today (Thursday, 30 January) regarding excessive nicotine concentrations found in four e-cigarette products, which have triggered European product safety (RAPEX) alerts. Affected Products The following e-cigarette products have been identified as exceeding the legal nicotine concentration of 20mg/ml, with test results ranging between 26.9mg/ml…
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Speed Limits to Be Reduced Across Ireland in 2025 to Improve Road Safety
On 7 February, speed limits on rural local roads reduce from 80km/h to 60 km/h This change will make Ireland’s roads safer for motorists, pedestrians, cyclists, and all road users. Reducing speed can significantly increase the chance of survival in the event of a traffic collision, and lowering speed limits on Ireland’s road network will…
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Uisce Éireann Advise of Planned Outage in Northside of Cork City
Uisce Éireann is set to carry out vital maintenance works on Military Road, St. Lukes, Cork City, from 9pm on Thursday, 30 January, to 1am on Friday, 31 January. As part of Uisce Éireann’s ongoing Leakage Reduction Programme, the essential works will involve replacing a valve and repairing a burst water main. The project aims…
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Government Response Intensifies as Recovery Efforts Continue Following Storm Éowyn
The whole-of-government response to Storm Éowyn continues as efforts remain focused on restoring essential services across affected regions. The National Emergency Co-ordination Group (NECG) met today to assess progress and prioritise remaining restoration works. With thousands still without power, water, and telecommunications, emergency resources from Ireland and abroad are being deployed to accelerate recovery. Power…
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Gardaí Use Unmarked HGV to Detect Drivers Using Phones in Cork City
Gardaí in Cork City have been actively targeting distracted driving by utilising an unmarked Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) to monitor drivers. The operation, aimed at improving road safety, has already resulted in fines and penalty points for offenders. In one instance, the drivers of two separate cars were detected using their phones while driving. Both…
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ESB Networks Calls for Increased Awareness on Public Safety Following Storm Éowyn
As the nation enters its fifth day of power restoration efforts following the devastating impact of Storm Éowyn, ESB Networks has issued a critical safety warning to the public regarding the dangers posed by fallen electricity infrastructure. In a statement issued at 4.40 pm on Tuesday, 28 January 2025, ESB Networks reported numerous faults on…
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Storm Éowyn: Extensive Power Outages Continue as Recovery Efforts Progress
Restoration Progress and Public Safety Measures Following the unprecedented damage caused by Storm Éowyn, ESB Networks has restored electricity to 600,000 homes, farms, and businesses as of 11.30am today, Tuesday, 28 January. However, approximately 168,000 customers remain without power, down from a peak of 768,000 outages recorded on Friday morning. Crews are working tirelessly to…