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A Week-Long Series Of African Cultural Events In Limerick

By Nick Fitzgerald
In celebration of Africa Day (May 25th), now in its 13th year, a series of free events are being delivered through Limerick City and County Council and Doras Luimní across the county. The week long Irish Aid supported programme will highlight the importance of African culture and the rejoice in Limerick’s rich diversity, while giving voice to […]
Education News

Schools To Consult Parents On Smart Phone Use

By Nick Fitzgerald
The Minister for Education, Richard Bruton published a circular requiring all schools to consult parents, teachers and students on the use of smart phones and tablet devices in schools. Minister Bruton also reiterated his commitment that the use of smart phones in schools will be included as an item requiring consultation under the Education Bill 2016, that requires every
Feature News

Dublins Bolands Quay Bought By Google

By Nick Fitzgerald
Dublins Bolands Quay in its entirety has been bought by tech giant Google, as confirmed by Mark Reynolds of Savills, the NAMA-appointed receiver to the Bolands Quay development project. The Bolands Quay site received planning permission in July 2015 and since then NAMA has provided funding for demolition and enabling works. The development is one of […]
Feature News

Fire Services Chiefs Face Recruitment Battle

By Nick Fitzgerald
The Chief Fire Officer’s Association (CFAO) is the professional body of Chief Fire Officer’s (CFO) in Ireland.  The CFOA Annual Conference, now in its 61st year, was held in the Knockranny House Hotel, Westport Co. Mayo. Speakers from Ireland, England, Scotland, the Czech Republic, Austria and America gathered together over the space of two days […]