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Wednesday 30 September 2020
Professor Kathleen Lynch argues that a class divide is feeding injustice into our education system.
When asked by in the Dáil earlier, Taoiseach Micheál Martin admitted that there had been two errors made in the Leaving Cert standardisation process.
The WikiLeaks founder was also bugged in the toilet at the Ecuador embassy, his extradition hearing has heard.
Historian Donal Fallon tells of ‘The O’Rahilly’, one of The Rising’s most colourful characters and how his recently demolished home, 40 Herbert Park, played a part in the history of the rebellion.
LloydsPharmacy pharmacist Laura Dowling shares her expert advice.
Around 6,500 students will now receive higher grades as a result.
The figures were released at a briefing from the Department of Health this evening.
The fire broke out shortly before 4pm yesterday.
Strict new Covid-19 measures have been announced for the two counties – here’s what you need to know.
Education Miniser Norma Foley said that about 7,200 Leaving Cert grades have been affected by the errors in the Leaving Cert calculated grades system.
The hotel operator is seeking damages for breach of contract and negligence.
Two errors have been identified in the calculated grades system.
Brandon Lewis committed to a ‘slimmed-down Finance Bill’ later this year.
Five stories, five minutes, five o’clock…
Munster’s Johann van Graan expects the likes of Craig Casey, John Hodnett, and Ben Healy to push for European starts.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin said specific sector supports are under consideration.
Up to 40 gardaí were involved in the operation.
Whelan was shot a number of times in Lucan in September of last year.
The court rejected a number of appeals.
Education Minister Norma Foley will make a comprehensive statement on the matter later today.
The house in Ballsbridge, Dublin, was knocked down yesterday morning.
He faces up to three years in prison if convicted.
The Mayor of Galway said that gardaí would be passing the details of students who have house parties to colleges.
Glynn said the restrictions on Dublin would only be taking effect this week.
The Wexford boss feels the GAA should revisit the decision not to play the concluding stages of the Division 1 National Hurling League.
The PSNI has appealed for anyone with information to come forward.
Helen McEntee was speaking following scenes of large gatherings in Galway.
Patients who do attend the emergency department are likely to experience delays.
The report, which doesn’t take in the warns starkly of the need for this action to be taken within months.
Donnelly made the announcement during this morning’s Covid-19 Oireachtas Committee.
Both sides are claiming victory but viewers are divided.
A major report has revealed the poor health of the post office network.
Here’s what’s making headlines this morning.
Gardaí and the Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal team attended the scene.
The men are due to appear before Blanchardstown District Court his morning.
The allegations were linked to WHO efforts to tackle Ebola in the country.
The Last Duel is being directed by Ridley Scott.
During the height of the pandemic, hospitals used high dependency and post-operative beds on a temporary basis.
The UK Prime Minister will take part in the Downing Street press conference today.
It was a feisty affair in Cleveland. And there’s two more of them to go.
This week, we hear from a Dublin dad of three who goes sea swimming and attends a local men’s circle group.
One NUIG student is trying to leave his accommodation partly due to rising cases in Galway.
A MAJOR REPORT into the post office network, set to be published later today, will reveal that it’s close to collapse unless state support is provided.
The report, commissioned by the Irish Postmasters’ Union and carried out by business advisers Grant Thornton, paints a picture of a service that is at a “critical” juncture.
Postal workers were hailed at the start of the pandemic for keeping us connected with letters and delivering much-needed online orders to our homes.
But it’s also true that sending a letter to friends or family has become much less popular, following the rise of social media and email.
So today we want to know: When was the last time you sent a letter or card to friends or family?
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