Ireland
![New restrictions come into effect in Dublin]( "New restrictions come into effect in Dublin")
5 hours, 37 mins agoNew restrictions come into effect in Dublin
Dublin was moved to Level Three of the new Living with Covid-19 plan after a Government announcement on Friday evening
![Lockdown in all but name says hospitality sector as 50,000 Dublin jobs lost overnight]( "Lockdown in all but name says hospitality sector as 50,000 Dublin jobs lost overnight")
28 mins agolatestLockdown in all but name says hospitality sector as 50,000 Dublin jobs lost overnight
The Restaurants Association of Ireland is looking for the moratorium on mortgage and rent repayments to be extended while businesses are closed
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2 hours, 42 mins agolatestMichelle O’Neill to be interviewed by police over Bobby Storey funeral
Sinn Féin has confirmed the Deputy First Minister and other party members will co-operate with the police probe
![Viable explosive device found in Galway]( "Viable explosive device found in Galway")
2 hours, 53 mins agolatestViable explosive device found in Galway
Gardaí requested the Army Bomb Disposal Team following the discovery on Friday night
![President Michael D Higgins]( "President Michael D Higgins")
3 hours, 1 mins agolatestPresident Michael D Higgins' dog, Síoda, dies after short illness
Síoda and the President's second Bernese mountain dog, Bród have welcomed many dignitaries to the Áras
![Gardaí to recommence checkpoints and patrols in Dublin]( "Gardaí to recommence checkpoints and patrols in Dublin")
16 hours, 45 mins agolatestGardaí to recommence checkpoints and patrols in Dublin
A high level of visibility of gardaí throughout the region is set to recommence from midnight tonight
![Hotels and pubs on ‘economic frontline’ of pandemic as staycations cancelled]( "Hotels and pubs on ‘economic frontline’ of pandemic as staycations cancelled")
17 hours, 13 mins agoHotels and pubs on ‘economic frontline’ of pandemic as staycations cancelled
Businesses owners said restrictions on the capital would impact tourism around the country
![Forced to eat outside under new rules? Here]( "Forced to eat outside under new rules? Here")
18 hours, 23 mins agolatestForced to eat outside under new rules? Here's what you'll need to wear
Those opting for a meal al fresco might consider donning a jumper as the week goes on
![Dublin under new restrictions from midnight tonight, Taoiseach confirms]( "Dublin under new restrictions from midnight tonight, Taoiseach confirms")
18 hours, 28 mins agoDublin under new restrictions from midnight tonight, Taoiseach confirms
Micheál Martin has announced new public health measures to curb the spread of coronavirus in the capital.
![Level Three: the new restrictions for Dubliners in full]( "Level Three: the new restrictions for Dubliners in full")
19 hours, 43 mins agoLevel Three: the new restrictions for Dubliners in full
Here are the new restrictions for Dubliners in full
![Coronavirus: three new deaths and 253 new cases confirmed]( "Coronavirus: three new deaths and 253 new cases confirmed")
20 hours, 24 mins agoCoronavirus: three new deaths and 253 new cases confirmed
There have been two further deaths from Covid-19 and 163 new cases in Northern Ireland
![Varadkar thought woman who threw smoothie in his face was Avril Lavigne]( "Varadkar thought woman who threw smoothie in his face was Avril Lavigne")
20 hours, 44 mins agoVaradkar thought woman who threw smoothie in his face was Avril Lavigne
The Tánaiste appeared to be preparing to give an interview on camera when the incident happened
- 21 hours, 2 mins agolatest
Teen found not guilty of murder of Azzam Raguragui
17-year-old is found guilty of manslaughter
![Cabinet accepts full NPHET advice to move Dublin to Level Three]( "Cabinet accepts full NPHET advice to move Dublin to Level Three")
21 hours, 8 mins agoCabinet accepts full NPHET advice to move Dublin to Level Three
The Government has decided to hold two unscheduled meetings on Friday
![Judge orders gardai be given material on]( "Judge orders gardai be given material on")
22 hours, 34 mins agoJudge orders gardai be given material on "traumatised and dangerous" young woman
Judge rules the right of life of the girl's mother and other vulnerable women outweighed any right to confidentiality
![SDLP MLA confirms he will self-isolate after testing positive for Covid-19]( "SDLP MLA confirms he will self-isolate after testing positive for Covid-19")
22 hours, 40 mins agoSDLP MLA confirms he will self-isolate after testing positive for Covid-19
West Tyrone representative Daniel McCrossan has closed his office to the public as a precaution.
![Payout to rugby fan hit by railway barrier on way to Leinster-Munster match]( "Payout to rugby fan hit by railway barrier on way to Leinster-Munster match")
22 hours, 45 mins agoPayout to rugby fan hit by railway barrier on way to Leinster-Munster match
Iarnrod Eireann failed in its duty of care and was liable for what occurred, judge rules
![NPHET explains advice to close pubs and restaurants with few outbreaks]( "NPHET explains advice to close pubs and restaurants with few outbreaks")
22 hours, 51 mins agoNPHET explains advice to close pubs and restaurants with few outbreaks
The professor said the capital’s high rate of community transmission likely had pubs and restaurants at its source
![Covid-19 in Ireland: Latest county-by-county data]( "Covid-19 in Ireland: Latest county-by-county data")
1 day agoCovid-19 in Ireland: Latest county-by-county data
Dublin continues to have the highest incidence rate of coronavirus in the country.
![Over 350 house enquiries made in Garda Horkan murder investigation]( "Over 350 house enquiries made in Garda Horkan murder investigation")
1 day agoOver 350 house enquiries made in Garda Horkan murder investigation
Det. Garda Colm Horkan was murdered in Castlerea on June 17th
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1 day ago'NPHET's reckless approach will collapse pub sector' - VFI
They claim the future of the pub industry is at risk
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1 day agolatestPolice seek voluntary interviews with Bobby Storey funeral attendees
Mourners at the event in June included Sinn Fein Deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill and Finance Minister Conor Murphy.
![Cash seized and €57,500 frozen in CAB operation]( "Cash seized and €57,500 frozen in CAB operation")
1 day agoCash seized and €57,500 frozen in CAB operation
The operation took place in Co Louth this morning
![Catherine Martin says]( "Catherine Martin says")
1 day agoCatherine Martin says "strong financial supports" needed with restrictions
She said there must be a balance
![50,000 jobs at risk in Dublin with potential new restrictions]( "50,000 jobs at risk in Dublin with potential new restrictions")
1 day agolatest50,000 jobs at risk in Dublin with potential new restrictions
Public health officials have also recommended a ban on indoor dining be imposed in Dublin, despite it being a level 4 measure
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1 day agoMore than half of Covid-19 patients suffer persistent fatigue
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1 day agoWheelchair user pushed to the ground and robbed in Cork city
![Almost half of Irish adults have broken local Covid restrictions]( "Almost half of Irish adults have broken local Covid restrictions")
1 day agoAlmost half of Irish adults have broken local Covid restrictions
The survey found different reasons for breaches of local restrictions
![Man charged in relation to €610k worth of drugs seized in intelligence operation]( "Man charged in relation to €610k worth of drugs seized in intelligence operation")
1 day agolatestMan charged in relation to €610k worth of drugs seized in intelligence operation
One man has been charged while the other two men have been released
![Dublin hospitals under]( "Dublin hospitals under")
1 day agoDublin hospitals under 'significant pressure', says HSE chief
He warned that more restrictions may be required
![Toddler in hospital after crash involving quad and scrambler]( "Toddler in hospital after crash involving quad and scrambler")
1 day agoToddler in hospital after crash involving quad and scrambler
The quad wasn't moving when it was hit by a scrambler bike
![HSE must address ICU bed shortage, consultant warns]( "HSE must address ICU bed shortage, consultant warns")
1 day agoHSE must address ICU bed shortage, consultant warns
He said the HSE must deal with the issue instead of telling people "there isn't a problem"
![Hospitality sector being made]( "Hospitality sector being made")
1 day agoHospitality sector being made 'pay for the sins of others'
He warned of job losses between 30,000 and 50,000 in Dublin
![IRFU warn existence of professional rugby under]( "IRFU warn existence of professional rugby under")
1 day agoIRFU warn existence of professional rugby under 'significant threat'
The GAA, IRFU, FAI and Sport Ireland will all appear before the Oireachtas Covid-19 committee today
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1 day agoReport: Young people 'confused' about consent and 'afraid to say no' when it comes to sex
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1 day agoSenior NHS officials contact Ireland seeking help for Covid-19 tests
Mr Reid was defending Ireland’s testing capacity following a surge in demand for Covid-19 tests in recent weeks.
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1 day agoGPs warn of 'significant Covid-19 incident' after golf outing outbreak
20 people who stayed at a hotel in Tullamore have tested positive for Covid-19
![NPHET advising for Dublin pubs and restaurants to only serve food outdoors or for takeaway]( "NPHET advising for Dublin pubs and restaurants to only serve food outdoors or for takeaway")
1 day agoNPHET advising for Dublin pubs and restaurants to only serve food outdoors or for takeaway
Under the proposed recommendations, the number of guests allowed at weddings will be cut from 50 to 25
![Huge surge in dog thefts with 172 already this year]( "Huge surge in dog thefts with 172 already this year")
1 day agolatestHuge surge in dog thefts with 172 already this year
The figures show that to the end of August 26th there were 172 dog thefts and at that rate the total for the year would be around 258
![Ryanair criticises government]( "Ryanair criticises government")
1 day agolatestRyanair criticises government's 'chaotic' approach to green list countries
They have called today's decision to remove Greece and Italy from the green list a 'nonsensical decision'
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1 day ago'Give me time' pleads mother opposing hospital plan for brain injured son
Doctors say her son, who suffered catastrophic injuries in a road collision, will not make any meaningful recovery
![One death and 240 new cases of Covid-19]( "One death and 240 new cases of Covid-19")
1 day agoOne death and 240 new cases of Covid-19
It means the total number of Covid-19 related deaths in Ireland is 1,789
![Dublin third-level institutes call for clarity as Level Three restrictions loom]( "Dublin third-level institutes call for clarity as Level Three restrictions loom")
1 day agolatestDublin third-level institutes call for clarity as Level Three restrictions loom
Dublin colleges have been advised to hold as many classes online as possible
![Controversy over HSE’s removal of word “woman” from cervical cancer information]( "Controversy over HSE’s removal of word “woman” from cervical cancer information")
1 day agoControversy over HSE’s removal of word “woman” from cervical cancer information
The HSE has defended the removal of the word, saying it aimed to use language inclusive of everyone
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1 day agoIreland at a 'very concerning crossroads' with the virus, according to HSE chief
He said there has been a 39 per cent increase in the number of positive cases in the country over the last week
![Judgment reserved in Ryanair case over travel]( "Judgment reserved in Ryanair case over travel")
1 day agoJudgment reserved in Ryanair case over travel
In proceedings the airline seeks various orders, including one setting aside the measures announced in late July
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1 day agoCalls for public health authorities to publish details of Covid-19 outbreaks
There have been calls for clarity and transparency
![Seven countries added to Government]( "Seven countries added to Government")
1 day agoSeven countries added to Government's travel green list
Italy and Greece will be removed from the existing list as of midnight on Sunday
![Leaving Cert student with 613 points challenges 2020 grading process]( "Leaving Cert student with 613 points challenges 2020 grading process")
1 day agoLeaving Cert student with 613 points challenges 2020 grading process
Dublin student says standardisation process this year has unfairly impacted on her ambition to pursue a dentistry career
![EU stands firm on demand for changes to Brexit Bill]( "EU stands firm on demand for changes to Brexit Bill")
2 days agoEU stands firm on demand for changes to Brexit Bill
The EU is standing firm on its demand for the UK to abandon plans to override key elements of the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement
![Health service]( "Health service")
2 days agoHealth service 'heroes' running out of steam, consultant warns
A Beaumont hospital consultant said morale is low and people are tired
![Ireland]( "Ireland")
2 days agoIreland's Covid-19 rate hits May high as Dublin figures continue to soar
Ireland's 14-day incidence rate per 100,000 is now 51.46, with rates in Dublin South East at 134.2
![Senator calls for three-day taxsaver commuter ticket]( "Senator calls for three-day taxsaver commuter ticket")
2 days agoSenator calls for three-day taxsaver commuter ticket 'to reflect new working norm'
He said it would provide more flexibility for commuters
![€22.5m for boy who suffered brain damage after contracting meningitis infection]( "€22.5m for boy who suffered brain damage after contracting meningitis infection")
2 days ago€22.5m for boy who suffered brain damage after contracting meningitis infection
Cork University Maternity Hospital today apologised “unreservedly “in court to Calum Spillane and his family
![Dog pound at centre of garda probe is costing €300k annually to maintain]( "Dog pound at centre of garda probe is costing €300k annually to maintain")
2 days agoDog pound at centre of garda probe is costing €300k annually to maintain
Allegations include improper use of veterinary drugs
![Doctors urged to practice self-care to ensure patient safety]( "Doctors urged to practice self-care to ensure patient safety")
2 days agoDoctors urged to practice self-care to ensure patient safety
According to the WHO, thousands of patients suffer avoidable harm while receiving health care every day
![75 gangland murders foiled since 2016 says McEntee]( "75 gangland murders foiled since 2016 says McEntee")
2 days agolatest75 gangland murders foiled since 2016 says McEntee
The Minister for Justice is introducing new legislation to increase the sentence for those found guilty of conspiracy to murder
![GP claims Dublin should be at Level 4 of Living with Covid plan]( "GP claims Dublin should be at Level 4 of Living with Covid plan")
2 days agoGP claims Dublin should be at Level 4 of Living with Covid plan
He said the Covid-19 age profile is increasing and will have an impact "downstream"
![Outbreak confirmed at meat plant as Waterford loses grip on low Covid rate]( "Outbreak confirmed at meat plant as Waterford loses grip on low Covid rate")
2 days agoOutbreak confirmed at meat plant as Waterford loses grip on low Covid rate
The outbreak comes after the region recorded its largest increase in cases in a single day since the pandemic began
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2 days agoMan's body found in South Dublin park
Gardai say a post-mortem examination will determine the course of their investigation
