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The Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform and Digitalisation, Jack Chambers, has updated the government on the progress made on the cross-border 2021-2027 PEACEPLUS programme.
To date, PEACEPLUS has committed funding in the region of €700 million to projects supporting peace and prosperity in Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland. With a total value of €1.1 billion, PEACEPLUS is funded in partnership
The Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary, has today (24 February 2025) announced over €14 million to deliver 163 community projects across the country through the Community Recognition Fund.
The investment announced today will deliver a diverse range of projects and includes
The Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe has signed the Commencement Order for the extension of the Alcohol Products Tax relief scheme to ‘other fermented beverages’ (OFB) other than cider and perry which was provided for in the Finance Act 2024. This new relief will operate from 1 March 2025.
The effect of this relief is to reduce the Alcohol Products Tax rate for qualifying
As Seachtain na Gaeilge approaches, the Office of Public Works (OPW) is excited to announce a series of events and tours ‘as Gaeilge’ at various locations throughout the country. This initiative aims to promote and celebrate the Irish language and culture, offering visitors a unique experience.
Visitors will have the opportunity to take tours 'in Irish' at various OPW locations
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, today discussed the European Commission’s ‘Vision for Agriculture and Food’ with his counterparts at the monthly meeting of the Agri-Fish Council of Ministers in Brussels.
Minister Heydon said:
“The Vision is a reassertion of the vital role of the Common Agricultural Policy
The GATA proteins with different Zinc finger domains, and the sequence comparison of GATA6 from different species.
Major signaling pathways associated with GATA6 and pancreas. Wnt antagonist dickkopf1 (DKK1) is a target gene of GATA6, and GATA6 can promote the development and carcinogenesis of the pancreas by activating the Wnt pathway via repressing of DKK1.
This new review article highlights the crucial role of GATA6, a transcription factor, in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA).
SHANNON, CLARE, IRELAND, February 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- This new review article highlights the crucial role of GATA6, a transcription factor, in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDA). The article explores GATA6’s dual role in cancer progression and its potential as a biomarker and treatment target.
Pancreatic cancer remains one of the deadliest
The UPS regulates the TME. (A) E1 ubiquitin-activating enzyme activates the carboxyl group of the C terminus of ubiquitin in an ATP-dependent manner through the formation of high-energy thioester bonds.
UPS regulates tumor cells. (A) E3 ubiquitin ligases APC/C and SCF regulate the cell cycle. MDM2, as a classical ubiquitin ligase, regulates p53 to regulate the cell cycle, while TRIM2, another E3 ligase, competes with it.
UPS regulates immune cells in the TME. DCs contact T cells via MHC to transmit antigen information.
A new review explores the pivotal role of the ubiquitin-proteasome system (UPS) in regulating the tumor microenvironment (TME) and driving cancer progression.
SHANNON, CLARE, IRELAND, February 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new review published in Genes & Diseases explores the pivotal role of the ubiquitin-proteasome system (UPS) in regulating the tumor microenvironment (TME) and driving cancer progression. The study provides novel insights into how ubiquitination and deubiquitination impact tumor cells, immune responses, and potential therapeutic strategies for cancer treatment.
The tumor microenvironment is a complex
Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill has today brought a Memo to Government regarding the situation report for urgent and emergency care in February 2025, specifically the spike in trolley numbers over the February bank holiday weekend. The Minister briefed Cabinet on recent trends over weekends, including the recent Bank Holiday weekend, the impact of those trends on patients and the next steps needed to ensure that such weekend spikes do not occur in the future.
Minister Carroll MacNeill said:
“There are two problems – the first is the underlying question of continuing to
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless is today making an official visit to the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) with a delegation of representatives from over twenty Irish organisations.
The Minister and delegates are visiting CERN to build relationships for a fruitful
The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon, has signed a new three-year Strategic Partnership Agreement with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP).
Minister Heydon signed the agreement, co-signed by WFP Executive Director Cindy McCain, while attending WFP’s Executive Board meeting in Rome. It commits Ireland to providing €105 million in funding to the WFP, the world’s largest
The Office of Government Procurement (OGP) has been recognised with a certification in Ethical Procurement from the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). All of the staff working in the OGP’s Sourcing division successfully undertook ethical procurement training on topics including environmental procurement, human rights, fraud, bribery and corruption. The Sourcing Division had 100% uptake on this training and were accredited with Certification allowing the OGP to apply for the CIPS Corporate Ethical Kite Mark and a listing on the CIPS Corporate Ethical Register.
Minister of State with responsibility for Public Procurement, Digitalisation and
The Office of Public Works (OPW) is delighted to announce the launch of ‘Breaking the Patterns’ exhibition at Farmleigh, Dublin. This exciting exhibition features a group of emerging Irish Visual Artists who have participated in a two-year programme designed to foster and cultivate their creativity through European partnerships.
The Breaking the Patterns programme, led by Capacity Ireland and Carlow County
Taoiseach Micheál Martin will attend a meeting with other European leaders this afternoon (Wednesday) to discuss the situation in Ukraine.
The meeting, convened by President Macron of France, will take place online.
Speaking ahead of the meeting, the Taoiseach said:
“I welcome this opportunity to exchange views with partners on Ukraine.
“In our discussions, we will consider how best we can continue to support
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless today met with the Director General of CERN in Geneva where both parties agreed to take the next steps towards Ireland’s Associate Membership.
Minister Lawless is this week making an official visit to the European Organization
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, today welcomed the publication of the European Commission’s ‘Vision for Agriculture and Food’. This is a high-level communication from the Commission which underlines the strategic importance of the agri-food sector for the future of the European Union as a whole.
Minister Heydon said:
“The agri-food sector makes an important contribution to the EU priorities of
Government Chief Whip, Minister of State Mary Butler has today published the Spring Legislative Programme following approval by Government earlier today. The current Dáil session of 13 weeks is the first of the new government. Minister of State Butler has confirmed that 21 Bills have been prioritised for publication, and a further 29 Bills have been scheduled for drafting.
Speaking following securing agreement for the programme at Cabinet, Minister of
The first phase of the
This is up from an overall score of
The Council of Europe's Pilot Programme for Series Co-Productions was launched as a three year pilot programme with the goal of supporting high-quality series structured as international co-productions. This initiative aims to bolster independent producers and foster new collaborations. Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland is proud to be one of the 22 ministries and national agencies across European member states which have come together to financially back this new opportunity for series producers.
The programme offers final-stage funding for series co-productions, with a top-up grant of
DUBLIN, IRELAND, February 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Aspire Systems, a leading global technology services company, today announced the acquisition of Bluewave Technology Group, an Ireland and UK-based Salesforce Summit (Platinum) Partner. This strategic acquisition significantly enhances Aspire’s
Minister for Health, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD, has today published Health in Ireland Key Trends 2024 .
The annual publication illustrates the significant improvements in health outcomes in the past decade and highlights some of the challenges in the access of timely and efficient healthcare.
Minister Carroll MacNeill said:
“Our population is growing, and we are living longer healthier
Taoiseach Micheál Martin will meet today (Monday) with the Foreign Minister of China, Mr. Wang Yi. During his visit to Dublin, Minister Wang Yi will also meet Tánaiste Simon Harris.
Speaking ahead of the meeting, the Taoiseach said:
"I look forward to welcoming Minister Wang Yi to Government
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, extended his sympathies to the family, colleagues, friends and wider horse racing community following the sad death of talented young jockey Michael O’Sullivan.
Minister Heydon said that:
“The Irish racing community was in mourning following the tragic
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon, TD, and Minister of State for Forestry, Horticulture and Farm Safety, Michael Healy-Rae, TD, have today announced a swift response to the unprecedented damage caused to the horticulture sector by Storm Éowyn.
Minister Heydon said:
“Storm Éowyn has resulted in unprecedented levels of damage
The Minister of State for Older People and Housing, Kieran O’Donnell T.D., has opened the Nursing Home Residential Premises Upgrade (RPU) Scheme for applications. The scheme aims to support private and voluntary nursing homes to improve the nursing home premises to meet the needs of residents.
Up to €25,000 will be available to each qualifying nursing home for
The Minister for Finance and President of the Eurogroup, Paschal Donohoe TD, is in Brussels this week, to chair the Eurogroup (Monday 17 February) and attend the Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN) (Tuesday 18 February). As President of the Eurogroup he will also appear before the European Parliament’s
The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Harris TD, will welcome Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on a visit to Ireland on Monday 17 February. The visit is taking place at the request of the Chinese Government.
During his time in Ireland, Foreign Minister Wang will have a bilateral
Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Neale Richmond TD, will travel to Britain to undertake a series of Irish community engagements in London, Birmingham and Coventry on 17-18 February.
Ahead of the visit, Minister Richmond said: “This is my first visit to
The Tánaiste and Minister for Defence, Simon Harris TD, has today confirmed that the Department of Defence has signed a contract for the upgrade of accommodation at Collins Barracks, Cork at a cost of almost €5 million.
The refurbishment project will provide accommodation for over 20
The Tánaiste Simon Harris hosted a visit from Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi this morning in Dublin. The Ministers held discussions covering a range of topics including bilateral relations, EU-China relations, multilateral engagement and regional and international issues.
The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade said: "I was
The Minister for Transport, Darragh O'Brien, has announced a suite of initiatives aimed at accelerating the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and encouraging a cleaner and more sustainable transport future for Ireland.
The initiatives are a new scheme for electric motorcycles; a renewal
On Thursday and Friday, February 13th and 14th, over 5,000 people received Irish Citizenship at the Convention Centre, Dublin. Applicants from over 130 countries made a declaration of fidelity and loyalty to the State and become Irish citizens.
Over six ceremonies held over two days, Minister for Justice, Jim
10 projects to receive €12.1 million in funding to access cutting-edge equipment to increase R&D collaboration and competitiveness for companies through the Technology Gateways and Technology Centres based in the Third Level Sector nationwide.
Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and
Taoiseach Micheál Martin will be in Brussels today (Monday) and hold bilateral meetings with the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, and the President of the European Council, António Costa.
At the meetings, the Taoiseach will
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless today announced €8 million in funding for green capital grants at the 16 Education and Training Boards (ETBs).
The green devolved capital grant provides
Robert Troy, Minister of State for Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance, has met with Insurance Ireland, the representative body for the Irish insurance industry, to discuss the
The Office of Public Works (OPW) is delighted to announce the launch of the book by Damian Collins which accompanies The Metal stamp'd by honest Fame’: gold and silver boxes exhibition at Dublin Castle. This exhibition sheds light on the works of the mostly forgotten artisans who
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, along with Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan TD, today welcomed the awarding of the tender for Deer Management Strategy programme manager to Farm Relief Services (FRS). The appointment of the
Today 7th February the speed limit on rural, local roads will change from 80 km/h to 60 km/h. Rural, local roads primarily serve local traffic and connect our rural communities. These roads are designated with an ‘L’ followed by a number, or do not have a number.
Reducing speed limits is part of the
Mental Health Bill 2024 to replace the Mental Health Act 2001
Enactment of Bill is a Government priority
The new Bill, which contains 202 sections, is person-centred and will protect the rights of people with mental health difficulties in the decades ahead
Minister for Mental Health, Mary Butler
NFL to Touchdown in Dublin 2025
A regular season NFL fixture will be held in Croke Park, Dublin in 2025.
It is hoped that this is the first iteration of a long and successful partnership with the NFL.
The Minister for Arts, Media, Communications, Culture and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan TD, and The Minister of State with responsibility for Sport and Postal Policy, Charlie McConalogue TD, today announced that Ireland is to host a regular season NFL fixture for the first time.
Building on the successful past of hosting
The National Emergency Co-ordination Group (NECG) met again today (Friday) to continue to coordinate efforts to restore power, water, telecommunications and other services following Storm Éowyn.
Supported by Government Departments
The Office of Public Works (OPW) is delighted to showcase the work of artist Bob Spears in his current exhibition ‘Thin Place’ at the National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin, Dublin this February.
The term “thin place” refers to a location
The Office of Government Procurement (OGP) has launched an enhanced central procurement arrangement that will enable all public sector bodies to procure virtualisation solutions from pre-selected economic operators at below market rates.
It provides both Virtualisation software
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has announced his eleven nominees to Seanad Éireann.
He intends to advise the President to convene the first meeting of the new Seanad on Wednesday 12 February.
The eleven Senators are:
Dee Ryan
Alison Comyn
Anne Rabbitte
Lorraine Clifford Lee
Imelda Goldsboro
Joe Flaherty
Nikki Bradley
Manus Boyle
Noel O'Donovan
Gareth Scahill
Evanne Ní Chuilinn
Cork City Hall, 7 February 2025 (Check against delivery)
Ba mhaith liom buíochas a ghabháil le gach aon duine a chabhraigh chun an t-imeacht iontach seo a eagrú.
It is an honour to have been asked to address you this evening. I would like to acknowledge the great work done by everyone who has organised what is always one of the most special nights of the year.
In particular, I want to thank Rob Horgan
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DUBLIN, CO.DUBLIN, IRELAND, February 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Gym Bunny, a provider of home fitness solutions in Ireland, announces the launch of its latest walking pad model, designed to offer a space-efficient option for individuals looking to integrate movement into their
The conference brings together global trailblazers plus industry and thought leaders to craft actionable strategies for navigating a hyper-disrupted world.
DUBLIN, IRELAND, February 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Reinvention Summit 2025, a strategic leadership event named by Forbes as one of the top five leadership events to attend this year, is coming to Ireland April 29-30, 2025. The conference
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Scattergood Studios, a leading Irish game development company, is excited to announce the release of their first casual game on windows - Don't Whack A Mole.
RATOATH, MEATH, IRELAND, February 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Scattergood Studios, a prominent Irish game development company, is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of Don't Whack A Mole, their debut casual game exclusively for the Windows platform. The game will be available for download soon.
Don't Whack A Mole offers a fresh
Sic Semper Tyrannis
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RATOATH, MEATH, IRELAND, February 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Scattergood Studios and Sic Semper Tyrannis, two powerhouses in the world of entertainment, have joined forces to bring a unique experience to gamers and music lovers alike. The two have collaborated to include the
MIDLETON, CORK, IRELAND, January 31, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Sam Caffrey, whose writing journey was born out of personal challenges and a search for new ways to deal with life stresses and strain, is pleased to announce the release of Secrets of the Past: Whispers Through Time. This debut novel marks the beginning of an engrossing trilogy that intricately explores the themes of love, family secrets, and the choices we make, sometimes unknowingly, that shape our lives.
Secrets of the Past, and Secrets of the Present are already available to readers and is quickly
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DUBLIN, IRELAND, January 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Brack Tours, a leading tour operator specializing in vacations to Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland, is proud to announce the launch of its new Travel Agent Program. This initiative aims to strengthen partnerships with travel professionals by offering competitive commission structures and unique benefits.
To introduce the program, Brack Tours will
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Pause for a minute of silence and reflection at midday on February 1st, St. Brigid’s Day.
KILDARE, IRELAND, January 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ --
Into Kildare and Solas Bhríde are once again coming together to ask people across the globe to pause for a minute of silence and reflection at midday on February 1st, St. Brigid’s day.
Into Kildare is the official tourism
