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Varadkar: Teachers can strike if they want but changes will come into effect on July 1
The Transport Minister said that teachers will have to face legislated pay cuts, if they do not accept the Haddington Road Agreement.
1 hour, 11 minutes ago

SIPTU workers call off waste water plant strike in Dublin
A strike at a waste water plant that treats water for a quarter of a million people in Dublin and Wicklow has been called off.2 hours, 25 minutes ago

Fitzgerald urged to publish all crèche inspection reports
Fianna Fáil is calling on the Children's Minister to direct the HSE to publish all crèche inspection reports as a matter of urgency.2 hours, 44 minutes ago

Fianna Fáil table motion of no confidence in the Justice Minister
Fianna Fáil is to table a motion of no confidence in the Justice Minister in the Dáil next week.
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Family hold back tears as they express pride for murdered Drummer
The tearful family of murdered soldier Lee Rigby today spoke of their pride for him.
9 minutes ago

Three hurt in US bridge collapse
The major link between the US and Canadian sides of the Pacific Northwest region was severed after a bridge collapsed, dumping a handful of vehicles and people into a river, police said. All three people who were on the span were rescued and taken to hospitals.1 hour, 4 minutes ago

Jet fighter escorts plane into Stansted
An RAF Typhoon jet today escorted a passenger plane into Stansted Airport following an incident on board.1 hour, 12 minutes ago
Explosion rocks central Kabul; gun battle in city
A powerful explosion has sent smoke rising over the heart of the Afghan capital Kabul. It was felt several miles away.

































Ireland today: A mainly dry day with sunny intervals. However, there will also be a fair amount of cloud, especially in the east, and the small chance of an isolated light shower. Moderate north-westerly winds. Max temp 12-15C (54-59F).