GARDAÍ have issued a public warning over ‘fake news’ being spread via social media claiming an attempted child abduction took place in Dublin over the weekend. The “disinformation”, which the police force has confirmed is entirely “unsubstantiated”, went viral on social media platforms and caused unrest in the Irish capital on Sunday evening, August 25. Gardaí are investigating … [Read more...] about Gardaí warn public over ‘fake news’ about attempted child abduction in Dublin
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New legislation makes it a crime to steal pet cats and dogs in Northern Ireland
A NEW law has come into effect which makes it a crime to abduct pet cats and dogs in Northern Ireland. The Pet Abduction Act 2024 carries prison sentences and fines for those convicted of stealing pets from their owners. Applicable in Northern Ireland and England, the legislation came into effect on August 24. “I appreciate how important dogs and cats are to their owners in … [Read more...] about New legislation makes it a crime to steal pet cats and dogs in Northern Ireland
Witness appeal after pensioner left in serious condition following collision on Irish road
GARDAÍ have appealed for witnesses after a woman was left in a serious condition following a collision in Co. Donegal. Two vehicles were involved in the collision on the N56 in Inver, which occurred at around 9am on Sunday, August 25. Following the incident a woman, aged in her 80s, was taken to Sligo University Hospital for treatment of her injuries which Gardaí have confirmed … [Read more...] about Witness appeal after pensioner left in serious condition following collision on Irish road
Bubble wall, mood lighting and calming music feature as new sensory room unveiled at Dublin Airport
A NEW sensory room has been unveiled at Dublin Airport in a “milestone" moment in its commitment to creating an “inclusive” experience for all passengers. Located in Terminal 1, the new room features relaxing music, mood lighting and a bubble wall, as well as bean bags, digital display panels, textured flooring, and memory and motor skill games. It is aimed at providing an … [Read more...] about Bubble wall, mood lighting and calming music feature as new sensory room unveiled at Dublin Airport
Ireland issues over 775,000 passports so far this year
THE TÁNAISTE, Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Minister for Defence, Micheál Martin TD, has said that the Passport Service has issued over 775,000 passports so far in 2024, and current demand forecasts indicate that over a million passports will issue by the end of the year. In a statement, the Tánaiste said that virtually all complete passport applications continue to … [Read more...] about Ireland issues over 775,000 passports so far this year