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Global Police Operation Freezes Over 6,700 Bank Accounts and Seizes USD 257 Million in Online Scam Crackdown
A sweeping international police operation spanning 61 countries has struck a significant financial blow to online scam networks, freezing 6,745 bank accounts and seizing assets totalling USD 257 million. This coordinated effort, known as Operation First Light 2024, also led to the arrest of 3,950 suspects and identified 14,643 potential suspects worldwide. The operation targeted…
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High Court Order Extends Retention of Telecom Data for National Security
The Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee, has secured a High Court order mandating that communications service providers retain certain types of data for a further 12 months. This data includes user, traffic, and location data, which are considered essential for safeguarding the security of the State. The application for the order was made under section…
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Government approves legislation to increase the minimum legal age of sale of tobacco products to 21
The Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly T.D., has announced that the Government has approved legislation to increase the minimum legal age of sale of tobacco products to 21. The Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Bill 2024 will now be brought forward for enactment. The measure is being introduced in order to accelerate the decline in adult…
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Witness Appeal – Fatal Road Traffic Collision – Bandon
Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a fatal road traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a car on Monday morning, 24th, June 2024 at Curravarahane, Bandon in. The incident occurred at around 11am. The motorcyclist, a man in his 20s, was fatally injured. His body was removed to Cork University Hospital where a post-mortem will…
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An Garda Síochána Participate in Operation Global Chain Targeting Human Trafficking with Europol, Interpol and Frontex
Between 3rd June and 9th June 2024 , An Garda Síochána, along with other law enforcement partners worldwide, participated in Operation Global Chain, targeting human trafficking for the purpose of sexual exploitation, forced criminality and forced begging in order to detect and disrupt organised crime groups exploiting vulnerable victims for financial gain. The joint activities…
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Update – Witness Appeal: Assault in Island Wood, Newmarket
Gardaí investigating an alleged assault in Island Wood, Newmarket, County Cork on Thursday 6th June 2024, have arrested a male juvenile in his teens. The male is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984 at a Garda Station in West Cork. Gardaí in Mallow are continuing to appeal for witnesses to…
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IAA issues Advice for Passengers affected by Pilot Industrial Action Aer Lingus
If your flight is cancelled or is subject to a long delay due to industrial action by pilots at Aer Lingus you are entitled to your choice of a refund or re-routing to your destination, care and assistance while awaiting rerouting and compensation. Air Passenger Rights under EU Regulation EC 261 / 2004 Flight…
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Harper’s Island Wetlands Activity Books Launched
The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Frank O’Flynn has launched the Harper’s Island Wetlands Activity Books, a special publication series written and designed by renowned local author and educator Jim Wilson. The books are based around Harper’s Island Wetlands Nature Reserve and its wildlife. Owned and maintained by Cork County Council, the habitat…
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Cork City Council to begin renewal of city centre pavements next month
Cork City Council will begin works next month, July, to renew certain pavements and street furniture in key city centre locations. The City Centre Pavement Restoration Scheme 2024 is focused on the restoration of pavements and street furniture on St. Patrick’s Street, Grand Parade and Daunt Square. Cork City Council have appointed contractors McGinty &…
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Government Approves RSV Immunisation Pathfinder Programme
The Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, has announced Government approval for an innovative infant Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Immunisation Pathfinder Programme. Set to run from September 2024 to February 2025, the initiative aims to reduce the significant strain RSV places on the healthcare system by decreasing illnesses and hospitalisations among young children. The programme follows…