A new RSA report shows that for every one person killed while cycling, there were 25 seriously injured*. 9% of people seriously injured while cycling was a result of a hit and run incident. ‘Failure to observe’ by other drivers was their most frequently noted action (38%) in collisions where people who cycle were seriously…

Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan TD, and Minister of State, Jack Chambers TD have announced new regulations which allow holders of Ukrainian bus and truck driving licences to work professionally in Ireland. The European Union (Driver Qualification Card) (Persons from Ukraine) Regulations 2023 sets out the compulsory training which will be required by holders of…

Image: Gareth Chaney/ Collins Photos May 26th and 27th | Wexford, Waterford, Cork, Tipperary, Hidden Heartlands, Finish line: Tullamore. Cruising through the countryside in a classic sportscar taking in magnificent mountain views and rugged coastlines, mid-summer aromas infusing the warm breeze air, retro sounds blasting from the stereo and the authentic driving experience of a…

Image: Mark Stedman Barnardos Ambassador Amy Huberman helps mark the 20th year of the Barnardos Big Toddle, a fun half-mile sponsored walk for crèche and pre-school aged children  Almost 3,000 toddlers have already signed up in the Barnardos Big Toddle in County Cork The theme for this year is ‘Big Toddle Little Heroes’, celebrating Ireland’s youngest…

Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly has announced €25 million in funding for 854 additional nursing posts to fully implement the Framework for Safe Nurse Staffing and Skillmix in all acute hospitals nationally. The Framework is an evidence-based approach to ensure there are enough nurses in acute hospital settings, including Emergency Departments (ED), with the right…

Cork Airport numbers up +19% on 2019 – forecast for 2023 revised upwards Record 2.83 million passengers passed through Dublin Airport Sustainability trial results in 3x increase in recycling at Dublin Airport April was another record month for passenger numbers at Dublin Airport, with a total of 2.83 million passengers travelling through during the month,…

Broadcaster Keith Walsh amongst those addressing conference this month The Cork branch of ADHD Ireland will be hosting an event taking place in Cork City this month which aims to raise awareness of the condition among the adult population.  Living and Working with ADHD will also promote an understanding of the challenges faced by adults…

Image: Brian Lougheed Cork Airport has launched a new Aer Lingus Regional service to Bristol, operated by Emerald Airlines. The inaugural flight was celebrated by airport officials and representatives from Emerald Airlines and Aer Lingus. The new service will operate six times a week, on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, providing direct connectivity…

Image: Brian Lougheed Cork City Marathon 2023 Youth Challenge Lord Mayor Councillor Deirdre Forde has officially launched the 2023 Cork City Marathon. With just five weeks to go this year’s event features a new 10k option alongside the full and half marathons, which will see more people running than ever before. Anyone 15 years or…

Summary Category 1: For Action Alert Notification: 2023.10 Product: Please see table below. Batch Code: Please see table below. Country Of Origin: United Kingdom Message: Several batches of Cadbury chocolate desserts are being recalled due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes. The implicated batches were sold in some Lidl stores. Recall notices will be…