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Government spends more than €25m on consultancy fees for National Broadband Plan
The fees were paid to firms for advice given from 2013 to date.
'This is f***ing insane': OPW staff emails show tensions over decision to ban visitor books from sites
The books were banned from sites such as Dublin Castle and Kilmainham Gaol over data privacy concerns.
Yesterday’s News
'Better off without them': Trump issues 'order' for US companies to pull out of China
Trump’s series of angry tweets came after China announced a new set of tariffs to the tune of $75 billion.
'Enough is enough': Bus and rail services to be withdrawn from anti-social behaviour 'black spots'
The NBRU is calling for a Garda Public Transport Unit due to an “alarming” increase in assaults on staff.
French prosecutors open rape and child assault inquiry into Jeffrey Epstein
The probe will investigate claims Epstein and others participated in a vast child sex trafficking ring.
Bolsonaro gives order to send in army as fires rage in the Amazon's 'lungs of the planet'
Global condemnation on Bolsonaro’s perceived inaction to date on the fires is growing.
Irishman (22) who died following fall in New York named
Police were called to the scene in Brooklyn on Tuesday evening.
Here's What Happened Today: Friday
Here’s what made the headlines today.
Krispy Kreme raked in almost €300k a week after its grand opening last year
People were swept up in the doughnut craze last September.
The Explainer: How does Ireland deal with sex offenders after prison?
In the wake of the release of Tom Humphries, there has been much discussion around the treatment of sex offenders post-release. We talk to two experts on this week’s episode.
Unions fear more than 500 job losses as Ryanair to close four Spanish bases
A Spanish union accused Ryanair of “dismantling” its operations in the country.
Man dragged out of car and threatened at knifepoint during Belfast hijacking
The incident took place as the man slowed down to go over a speed bump.
Burglars assault man with hammer at his home in 'paramilitary style attack'
Police described the attack as a “vicious assault”.
Revenue detector dog James sniffs out over €79,000 at Dublin Port
The money was found in two packages underneath a vehicle.
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The 5 at 5: Friday
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Garda Keith Harrison fails in bid to quash Disclosures Tribunal findings against him
The Donegal-based Garda was strongly criticised in the tribunal’s interim reports.
Russia launches floating nuclear reactor in Arctic despite warnings from environmentalists
Environmental groups have dubbed the project “Chernobyl on ice” and a “nuclear Titanic.”
Jail sentence set aside for man who took 12,000 photos of woman without her consent
Mark Mooney of Wexford Town was convicted last year after he admitted harassing a neighbour.
'Ireland has beef with Bolsonaro' - Extinction Rebellion protest enters lobby at Dublin's Brazilian Embassy
A demonstration is ongoing this afternoon.
David Koch, the billionaire and major Republican donor, has died aged 79
He was the 11th-richest person in the world.
Breakthrough as Ireland agrees to help with relocation of people stranded on migrant rescue ship
356 migrants have been stranded aboard the Ocean Viking boat in the Mediterranean.
'Ní fheicimid a leithéid arís ann': After 127 years of (very) early starts Dublin's Fruit & Vegetable Market closed its doors today
The market off Capel Street is set to be redeveloped as a commercial and retail space.
Pedestrian dies after being struck by motorcycle in Dublin
Gardaí are appealing for motorists travelling in the area who have dash cam footage to contact them.
'I genuinely hear Joe's voice in my head at least once a day, maybe more'
We delve into the character that has made Joe Schmidt such a successful coach.
Gardaí hiring for 'extremely challenging' role of Deputy Commissioner
The government has asked the Policing Authority to nominate a person for appointment to the position.
Electric car drivers will have to pay for charging with ESB set to announce cost next month
Once the price structure is announced next month, there will be a lead-in time of a few weeks before charging kicks in.
Two children among five dead after lightning strike hits metal cross on Polish mountain
The thunderstorm hit Poland and Slovakia’s Tatra mountains.
Leinster host Benetton while Munster travel for Ospreys clash in Champions Cup openers
The fixtures details for the European pool stages have been announced.
Winning Lotto ticket worth €11.2 million sold in Enniskerry shop
The ticket-holder has yet to come forward.
John Deasy to quit politics ahead of the next general election
Deasy was the government envoy to Washington DC.
Poll: Should Ireland vote against the Mercosur trade deal?
Leo Varadkar has suggested that Ireland could attempt to veto the deal over ongoing fires in the Amazon.
E-scooters should be legalised on Irish roads, says new report - but 'investment' is needed
Electric scooters are currently not regulated in Ireland.
The 9 at 9: Friday
Here’s what’s making headlines this morning.
Peppa Pig production studio sold to US toymaker Hasbro for €3.6 billion
The company said it was the acquisition of the show was a strategic growth opportunity.
Johnson's 'victory' and a misleading photo: How the UK papers reacted after Boris met Macron
There were some contrasting opinions.
Florida executes serial killer who targeted gay men along US east coast
Gary Ray Bowles was captured in 1994.
Imposing England and their 'kamikaze kids' loom large in front of Ireland
Ross Byrne will look to bring his usual level of calm to Ireland’s number 10 shirt.
Varadkar says Ireland will vote against Mercosur deal unless Brazil protects Amazon
He also labelled President Bolsonaro’s attacks on NGOs this week as “Orwellian”.
McGregor apologises over pub punch incident caught on video
The MMA star was speaking in an interview with ESPN.
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Poll: Should Ireland vote against the Mercosur trade deal?
TAOISEACH LEO VARADKAR has suggested that Ireland could vote against the Mercusor trade deal with South American countries unless Brazil takes steps to protect the Amazon rainforest.
His comments follow international concern over the fires, with figures showing the area has seen the highest number of blazes for any year since 2013.
A vote on the deal is at least two years and and would take place under the EU’s Qualified Majority Vote system, where a vote needs at least four council members representing over 35% of the EU population to be blocked.
The controversial deal, announced in June, could save European companies billions of Euro in trade duties every year and would open up new markets for exporters.
However, critics believe that it will lead to products with lower standards being imported into the EU, and that it may have a negative impact on the environment.
Irish beef farmers in particular say the deal could threaten their livelihoods, as it would open up European markets to some South American beef producers.
So today we’re asking: Should Ireland vote against the Mercosur trade deal?
Poll Results:
Yes (7630)
No (699)
I don't know/No opinion (395)
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Simon Coveney: The backstop is overwhelmingly supported. This gets little recognition in the UK Brexit debate
By Simon Coveney - @simoncoveney
A hard Brexit, if the UK chooses one, will be ugly and difficult, says the Tánaiste.
'Collecting the school voluntary contribution is an unwanted and stressful obligation on principals'
By Joseph A Moynihan
As things stand, the contribution is needed to keep school doors open, writes Joseph A Moynihan.
Katy Hayward: Why we should take note of the unexpected in Boris Johnson's letter to Donald Tusk
By Katy Hayward - @hayward_katy
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