Fuel prices to fall in Ireland from today as tax cut takes effect
The change came into effect from midnight Fuel prices in Ireland are set to drop from today as the Government confirmed a new package of emergency measures, which aims to ease pressure on people and businesses. This €250 million package is in response to the recent, much-publicised surge in fuel prices due to the ongoing […]
5 months ago
Simon Harris shares sweet tribute to daughter to mark the end of her first year of school
Former Taoiseach Simon Harris commemorates the end of his daughter’s first year in school Simon Harris gives a sweet tribute to his daughter as she celebrates her last day in junior infants. As the school year comes to an end across the country, the former Taoiseach is also commemorating the last day of the school […]
1 year ago
Simon Harris is Taoiseach but being a dad is his most important job
Simon Harris has officially become the youngest Taoiseach in the history of Ireland Though he’s got this big new gig, the father of two young kids promised in his speech that being a dad will remain his “most important job.” In his speech yesterday he said: “My biggest thank you goes to my wife Caoimhe, […]
2 years ago
Spiking of drinks could result in 10 years in jail under new legislation
The new legislation from Fine Gael will make spiking drinks a standalone offence. Drink spiking that leads to sexual or physical assault will now carry a jail sentence of up to ten years under new law. Spiking means putting drugs or alcohol into somebody’s drink without them knowing. The penalties will be heavier if the […]
3 years ago
Simon Harris says the current Leaving Cert model is no longer adequate
He doesn’t believe that the Leaving Cert prepares students for life beyond school. During a recent meeting with the Oireachtas committee, Minister for Higher Education Simon Harris stated that he doesn’t think the current Leaving Cert model is fit for purpose. Harris went on to say that he doesn’t think students are learning the skills […]
5 years ago
Online platform allowing students to report on-campus sexual violence launches
“It will hopefully empower students who have had a non-consensual sexual experience to have their voice heard in a way that feels safe for them.” *Content warning – This article contains references to rape and sexual assault* A new online platform launched today will allow college students to anonymously report sexual assault, harassment and rape […]
5 years ago