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# Rat Trap

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Do we really need to worry about a plague of giant rats this winter?

Reports of giant super rats may be just a little bit exaggerated.

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Nov 25th 2015, 2:49 PM

Cork gardaí working in stations infested with rats

The Justice Minister was recently asked about the health and safety issues at Glanmire and Macroom stations.

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May 27th 2015, 6:05 AM

Dubliners: 'Never mind the seagulls, come sort out our rat problem'

Clondalkin residents are concerned about rats seen near the local bus stop and in the field where children play.

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Jul 23rd 2014, 6:30 AM

'There were a few screams... mainly from the men': Labour TD catches rat in Leinster House

Before you start, it was an actual rat…

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May 6th 2014, 9:46 AM