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# papal-visit - Monday 4 February, 2019
Pope Francis makes historic visit to United Arab Emirates
His trip culminates tomorrow with the first-ever papal Mass on the Arabian Peninsula.
# papal-visit - Monday 31 December, 2018
8km tailbacks, a €76,000 catering bill and a 36-hour visit: the numbers behind Pope Francis' visit to Ireland
The pope’s two-day visit was one of the most widely anticipated events of the year.
# papal-visit - Wednesday 19 December, 2018
Taoiseach's constituency office contacted DCC over objections to Papal visit Exclusive
An objection sent to the Taoiseach said road closures inflicted ‘unnecessary hardship on local residents’.
# papal-visit - Tuesday 20 November, 2018
'Pure sectarian hatred' or 'totally biased pro-Catholic coverage': Complaints to RTÉ over papal visit
Documents released show that RTÉ received nearly 1,000 pieces of “feedback” over its coverage.
# papal-visit - Friday 2 November, 2018
Katherine Zappone warned Tánaiste that using State funds for Pope visit 'undermined' work for LGTBI+ rights
An email released under the Freedom of Information Act shows how Zappone had ‘very serious’ concerns ahead of the visit.
# papal-visit - Saturday 6 October, 2018
Contractor was asked to install papal road markings in Dublin for free over concerns about cost
The markings were located at the Capuchin Day Centre and read: “Welcome Pope Francis” and “Fáilte a Phapa Prionsias”.
# papal-visit - Tuesday 28 August, 2018
Majority of people think Pope Francis 'didn't go far enough' on child abuse during Irish visit
That’s according to an Ipsos MRBI poll for the Irish Times.
Explainer: What do the survivors of Catholic Church abuse want from the Vatican?
The papal visit saw many headlines about clerical abuse and about how survivor groups were unhappy with the Church’s response to it.
# papal-visit - Monday 27 August, 2018
Over one million people tuned in to watch Pope Francis in Ireland on RTÉ One
An average of 535,000 viewers watched the full Papal Mass on RTÉ One in the Republic of Ireland on Sunday.
'Hopefully it brings us luck': The Pope's Skoda is being donated to a homeless hub
The “SCV 1″ number plate, which stands for Vatican city, will be changed.
'Exposure to infectious diseases deeply worrying': Soldiers forced to bed down close to needles in Phoenix Park
The Permanent Defence Forces Representative Association says it intends to fully investigate with its members in the coming days.
Zappone confirms she told pope about children's bodies in sewage system of Tuam home
After meeting Minister Zappone the Pope referenced the encounter in a speech.
Pope Francis 'will not say a word' about allegations he ignored abuse claims against US cardinal
The claims were made in a letter by former Vatican envoy Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano.
# papal-visit - Sunday 26 August, 2018
‘Stand For Truth’ crowd marched in silence to remember abuse survivors as Papal Mass took place
Demonstrators held a rally beforehand at Parnell Street in Dublin city centre.
Pope to Irish bishops: Way Church confronts abuse 'can offer an example to society as a whole'
The pope met with the bishops before heading to the airport.
Under 130,000 people attend Papal Mass in Phoenix Park
500,000 tickets were distributed for the Mass earlier this summer.
'We ask pardon for all the abuses' Pope Francis tells Mass in unscripted remarks
He has been criticised for not going far enough in his comments this weekend.
Corless 'disappointed' pope didn't mention Tuam, says abuse survivors need more than prayers
A vigil to remember babies who died at the home is being held this afternoon.
Coveney says pope has recognised 'magnitude' of abuse but action is now needed
The Tánaiste said Pope Francis is “clearly angered” by what took place.
Explainer: What were the 'strange occurrences' that turned Knock into a global pilgrimage site?
Pope Francis is visiting today – but what’s reputed to have happened in the Mayo village?
8km tailbacks in Mayo as Knock prepares for pope visit
The pope will visit the shrine this morning ahead of his Phoenix Park Mass.
Former Vatican official accuses pope of failing to act on abuse by ex-Cardinal
Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano has called on Pope Francis to resign.
Going to the pope's Mass today? Here's what you need to know
About 500,000 people are expected to attend the event.
Accountability, not apologies: Survivor calls for justice at 'separate Church and State' event
Darren McGavin called for senior Church figures who did not report abusers to be held to account.
# papal-visit - Saturday 25 August, 2018
As it happened: Day 1 of pope's visit comes to an end with Croke Park concert
His packed itinerary took in quite a lot today.
Pope compared cover up in Church to 'sh*t' in private meeting, abuse survivors say
The pope met a group of eight survivors this evening.
'Pope Francis holy water' selling well at one stall - but flag vendors report quiet day
Vendors selling Vatican flags reported a slow day, as Pope Francis visited Dublin.
'That was a bit too fast': Popemobile travels through Dublin with unanticipated haste
Large crowds turned out for the parade, including groups of protesters.
'Like Electric Picnic ten times over': 'Young people of Ireland' tell us about Pope's 1979 visit
And will they be seeing him this time?
Pope's failure to apologise to victims is a shameful deflection of responsibility says Colm O'Gorman
O’Gorman, who was among the invited guests at the castle, tweeted in response to the pontiff’s words.
Pope acknowledges Catholic abuse in Ireland but does not apologise to victims in keynote speech
Pope Francis is expected to meet survivors of clerical abuse during his two-day visit.
Varadkar says 'there is much to be done to get justice' for Church abuse survivors
In a speech delivered at an event attended by Pope Francis, the Taoiseach spoke about the “dark aspects of the Catholic Church’s history”.
'Welcome to Pope Francis ... but' - Ha'penny Bridge demonstration marks pope's arrival
People were demonstrating about LGBT issues, women’s ordination and clerical abuse.
Photos of people who spoke out about Church abuse projected onto Dublin buildings
Pope Francis is expected to meet survivors of clerical abuse this weekend.
Pope Francis has arrived in Ireland
The pontiff’s two-day visit has officially begun.
'He was like a rockstar': Tipperary singer recalls John Paul II's electrifying Galway mass in 1979
“I just remember thinking ‘I can’t screw this up, I’ve got to get this right’.”
Poll: Are you happy the pope is visiting Ireland?
The country’s relationship with the Catholic Church has changed dramatically over the years.
Here's everywhere Pope Francis will be going this weekend
From the Áras to Knock – here’s the hour-by-hour plan.
Your bumper guide to getting around Dublin during the Pope's visit
The scale of closures and diversions are unlike any seen in the city in recent times.
Your say
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Poll: Have you had problems getting a doctor's appointment recently?
AN INVESTIGATION BY the Sunday Independent has found that almost half of Ireland’s GP practices are operating at maximum capacity.
According to the newspaper, 44% of surgeries are unable to see new patients because of a lack of GPs.
The constraints are affecting patients across the country, while experts are also warning that they are negatively affecting how doctors are able to treat patients already on their books.
So today we’re asking: Have you had problems getting a doctor’s appointment recently?
Poll Results:
No (4006)
Yes, but I got one eventually (3373)
Yes, and I wasn't able to get one (1465)
I've never needed a GP appointment (533)
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
Lynn Ruane: 'You can't treat addiction like a business - and people with addiction like objects'
By Lynn Ruane - @SenLynnRuane
The Irish For: Rising rents mean many prospective tenants are giving Dublin a goodbye 'cíos'
By Darach Ó Séaghdha - @TheIrishFor
From the Garden: How to make the perfect sauerkraut at home
By Michael Kelly
Although the name is German, the probiotic food has its origins in China.
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