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Minister Heather Humphreys speaking at the Launch of “Protestant and Irish: the minority’s search for place in independent Ireland” at the Royal Irish Academy
The huge contribution of the Protestant community to the political, economic, sporting and cultural development of independent Ireland is a historical fact, and this publication tells that story in an accessible and appealing way.The early decades of independence were certainly turbulent - and sometimes precarious - for Irish Protestants, and it is true that many chose to keep themselves to themselves.
Remote working will ensure sustainable communities – Carey
REMOTE working has to be adopted by all employers as technology continues to evolve, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Minister Mitchell O’Connor stands over her remarks about International Women’s Day
The Minister for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has stood by her comments made on Thursday about a small number of men having an interest in International Women’s Day events.
More women needed in STEM professions – Noone
Dublin Senator, Catherine Noone, has called for greater numbers of young girls to be encouraged to pursue STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) subjects and careers.
Speech by Frances Fitzgerald TD European Parliament Selection Convention Dublin, 6th March 2019
Speech by Frances Fitzgerald TD European Parliament Selection Convention Dublin, 6th March 2019
Minister Mitchell O’Connor gives key note address at NWCI conference #ItStopsNow.
The Minister of State at the Department of Education and Skills, with special responsibility for Higher Education Mary Mitchell O’Connor T.D., gave the keynote address, ahead of International Women’ Day today (7th March 2019) at the National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) conference in Liberty Hall.
Fitzgerald and Durkan to contest the European Parliament election in the Dublin constituency for Fine Gael
Fine Gael has selected two candidates to contest the European Parliament Elections in the Dublin constituency.
Cannon urges communities to say the ‘Big Hello’ to local diaspora as part of National Community Weekend
An East Galway TD has welcomed the forthcoming May Bank Holiday Weekend’s National Community Celebration.
New Bill aims to cap insurance payouts and reduce premiums – Lawlor
Fine Gael Senator Anthony Lawlor has introduced a Bill to cap the level of insurance pay outs for personal injury claims.
Minister Mary Mitchell O’Connor T.D, supports university designation for the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (RCSI)
The Minister for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O’Connor T.D, has today welcomed the approval by Government in seeking to advance university designation for the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland (RCSI).