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Driving Test Waiting Times Drop to 14.4 Weeks as RSA Beats Mid-July Target
Learner drivers across Ireland are seeing significantly shorter waits for driving tests, with the latest figures showing continued progress in reducing backlogs that peaked earlier this year. The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has announced that average national waiting times for driving test invitations have fallen to 14.4 weeks as of 12 July 2025, beating their…
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Ireland Faces EU Action Over Delayed Drinking Water Safety Laws
The European Commission has launched formal infringement proceedings against Ireland for failing to properly implement crucial drinking water protection standards, over two and a half years after the legal deadline. The European Commission has issued Ireland with a formal letter of notice for incorrectly transposing the EU’s updated Drinking Water Directive, which was designed to…
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Cork County Called to Rally Behind Rebels Ahead of All-Ireland Hurling Final
With just three days to go until Cork takes on Tipperary in the All-Ireland Hurling Final at Croke Park, the entire county is being urged to paint the rebel county red and white in support of Pat Ryan’s team. Cork GAA has launched a county-wide campaign asking clubs, businesses, and communities to “Be The 16th…
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Cork Airport Announces New Winter Routes to Prague and Geneva
Cork Airport has unveiled two exciting new European destinations for winter travellers, as Aer Lingus launches services to Prague and Geneva alongside increased flights to Lyon, giving Munster passengers more choice for city breaks and ski holidays. The new routes will see twice-weekly flights to Prague starting 23rd October 2025, running through to 26th March…
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Collision on Fota Road
Reports of an earlier collision on Fota Road, delays still in the area as a result. Take care on approach.
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Major Drug Seizure Following Dangerous Driving Arrest in Carrigaline
Gardaí have seized drugs worth over €17,000 and €6,000 in cash following the arrest of a dangerous driver in Carrigaline on Tuesday. Officers stopped a man driving dangerously while under the influence of an intoxicant in the town on 15th July 2025. Following this incident, a detective and members of the Carrigaline Community Policing Unit…
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Cork Airport Lights Up Red as Rebels Prepare for Historic All-Ireland Final
Cork Airport has transformed into a sea of red ahead of Sunday’s All-Ireland Hurling Final, with staff and passengers alike getting behind the Rebels as they chase their first Liam MacCarthy Cup in 20 years. The excitement is palpable at Cork Airport as the countdown continues to Sunday’s historic All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final between…
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Free Tickets Available Tomorrow for Rebels’ Fanzone at Páirc Uí Chaoimh
Cork GAA supporters will have the chance to experience the All-Ireland Hurling Championship final atmosphere at home this Sunday, with free tickets for the Rebels’ Fanzone becoming available tomorrow morning. The family-friendly event at SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh will show the Cork versus Tipperary clash on big screens, bringing the excitement of hurling’s biggest day…
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HSE Webinar Targets Outdoor Workers as Skin Cancer Cases Rise Across Ireland
The Health Service Executive will host a free webinar next week focusing on sun protection for outdoor workers, as new figures reveal skin cancer remains Ireland’s most common cancer with over 11,000 cases diagnosed annually. The “SunSmart for Outdoor Workers” webinar takes place next Wednesday, 23rd July at 12pm, targeting employees who face two to…
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All-Ireland Final Travel Advisory: Cork Supporters Heading to Dublin
Extra Train Services Announced as Rebel Army Prepares for Croke Park Updated 12:00 GMT, 16 July 2025 Cork supporters are being urged to plan their journeys early and allow extra travel time as the Rebels prepare to take on Tipperary in this Sunday’s All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final at Croke Park. The historic all-Munster decider…