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Man remains in critical condition following Derry assault

A man remains in critical condition after an assault in Derry on Friday evening. Detectives are appealing for information after he was found with serious injuries in Sackville Street, Derry at around 9 o’clock. Colleagues from the Northern Ireland Ambulance service also attended the scene and the man was taken to hospital where he remains […]

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Victims continuing to come forward about historical sexual abuse in schools

More than 160 people have contacted Gardaí following the report of the scoping inquiry into historical sexual abuse in schools. They’re appealing for people to continue to come forward, saying anyone who wants to speak – will be listened to. The inquiry has reported there were almost 2,400 allegations of sexual abuse of children in

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Irish Advertising Regulator to review Ticketmaster sale of Oasis tickets

The row over Oasis ticket sales is back in the news again today. The Irish Advertising Regulator is reviewing whether Ticketmaster has breached advertising standards. It’s received ten complaints in the past week over alleged misleading claims on availability and pricing. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has already announced an investigation into Ticketmaster’s handling

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Calls for pharmacists to substitute medicines to tackle shortages

There’s a call on the HSE to allow pharmacists to substitute medicines to tackle shortages. Legislation has been passed, so they don’t have to refer back to a practicing doctor, but it hasn’t been enacted yet. The Irish Pharmacy Union wants it sped up, in the wake of a growing problem of medicine shortages. Meath

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Charity calls for accommodation support for over 18s still in school

A charity which supports unaccompanied minors seeking international protection is calling for accommodation-support to continue for children who turn 18 while still in school. ‘Nasc’ claims teenagers who turn 18 are moved from family settings to adult Direct Provision centres, and many are dropping out of school as a result. According to Eurostat figures, 135

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Over 160 reports made regarding historical religious school sexual abuse

More than 160 people have contacted Gardaí over reports of historical sexual abuse in schools run by religious orders. Gardaí say all reports are being handled with support and sensitivity – and anyone who wants to speak – will be listened too. The reports made in the past three days since the release of details

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100% Redress Party appeals to Engineers Ireland to stop downgrading of remediation options

Members of the 100% Redress Party have laid bare to Engineers Ireland the reality for defective block homeowners attempting to engage with the grant scheme. The delegation met with senior members of Engineers Ireland yesterday and the issue of the downgrading of remediation options was high on the agenda. The need for scientific evidence to

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NI Mayors agree to collaborate to promote diversity and inclusion

Mayors from a number of Councils across Northern Ireland including Derry City and Strabane District Council have agreed to a joint collaboration to promote diversity and inclusion. The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Lilian Seenoi Barr met with the delegation in Derry in recent days. Cllr Barr met with the Mayors

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Polestar traffic lights outage causing traffic disruption

There’s much traffic disruption in and around Letterkenny this evening due to traffic light outages on the Polestar Roundabout. Donegal County Council say it is currently working to repair the problem. However, it’s expected the issue will not be resolved until tomorrow. Motorists are advised to drive with caution on approach to the roundabout. The

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Podcast – Nine Til Noon Show live music special!

  The Nine Til Noon  is broadcast live each weekday between 9am to 12noon. You can listen back to a podcast of the latest Friday edition below! This show was broadcast live from An Grianan Theatre in Letterkenny and featured live performances from Highland Radio’s Irish Music Month competition finalists! Part One: Part Two:  

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Tánaiste to discuss legacy issues at British Irish Association

The Tánaiste is to discuss legacy issues and the restoration of Stormont at the British Irish Association conference this weekend. Micheál Martin will meet with the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn, at the two-day meeting in Oxford. He’ll also meet with the Scottish Cabinet Secretary, Angus Robertson. The annual meeting brings together

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DePaul says funding for their North West service must reflect increasing challenges

The cross-border homelessness charity Depaul says it is facing major challenges, particularly in the low threshold harm-reduction service based in the North West. Research shows more drug-related addictions and significant increases in mental health complexities. The Foyle Haven service, which is part of the service, has seen user visits increase year on year. Last year,

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