Election 2016: Polling stations now close
All polling stations across the country have now shut their doors, with many reporting turnouts upwards of 70%. Election 2016 is said to be one of the most hotly contested in Irish history, with many …
Articles by Fernando Sanchez
Staff at St. James’ Hospital in Dublin will stage industrial action over new car park charges
Staff at one of Dublin’s busiest hospitals are said to be incensed at the decision by management to introduce a €500 car park charge for staff. The IMPACT union balloted its members, who overwhelmingly voted …
Disgraceful: A dozen families evicted in Dublin today
As the country goes to the polls, twelve families are being evicted from a building providing them with emergency accommodation in Dublin. The families were given seven days’ notice of the event by Dublin City …
Election 2016: Joan Burton asks voters to “think twice” before casting their ballot
The Tanaiste, who is almost certain to lose her seat after a disastrous performance in the run up to the election, has today asked people to “think twice” before casting their ballot. She said “I …
Election 2016: Voting underway in one of the closest-fought elections in Irish history
Polling stations will remain open until 10pm across the country today, to allow all those who wish to cast their vote to do so. Just over 3.2m people are eligibile to vote. The election pits …
New legislation now prevents landlords from refusing tenants receiving rent allowance
From today onwards, any landlord who advertises a property stating that rent allowance is not accepted, or who refuses to rent a property to someone who is reeving the allowance may be fined up to …
Ever wanted to go to Iceland? WOW air will increase its scheduled flights from Dublin from May 30
If you dream of visiting Iceland, take note of this, as WOW air will increase the frequency of its flights from Dublin to Reykjavik to five times a week from May 30. Currently, the airline …
Election 2016: Desperate times call for desperate measures, as Enda Kenny and Joan Burton ask for ‘clear signals’ from the public tomorrow
On the eve of the General Election, Enda Kenny and Joan Burton are launching their desperate pleas to remain in government, asking for ‘clear signals’ from voters. They made the comments while holding a joint …
Gardai re-issue appeal for social media sharing of missing Finglas woman Eimear Duffy
Gardai in Finglas have this morning re-issued their appeal to trace the whereabouts of 22-year-old Eimear Duffy, who has been missing since lunchtime Monday. Gardai say Ms. Duffy was last seen at approximately 1pm on …
Scare tactics: Richard Bruton says ‘If you’re worried you’ll still have a job to go to, vote FG/Labour”
One can discern a bitter tinge of desperation in Fine Gael’s last minute statements before tomorrow’s election. This morning, minister Richard Bruton has hinted that his party would be willing to do anything it takes …
