Minister O’Sullivan recognises group water scheme sector’s impact on rural communities as he opens National Conference

Ireland - The Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan TD, has today (DATE) reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to the group water scheme sector and praised the sector’s work in supporting rural communities, at the opening of the National Federation of Group Water Scheme’s national conference.

“The group water scheme movement has shown itself to be innovative, efficient, and

Speech by Taoiseach Micheál Martin on the Commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of Daniel O’Connell’s Birth at the Reform Club, London, Thursday 11 September 2025

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I am very pleased to be with you this evening to mark the 250th anniversary of a man who remains one of the greatest political leaders in the history of these islands.

Daniel O’Connell is not some interesting but small historical footnote. After O’Connell, nothing remained the same.

He made an impact which changed and continues to influence our countries.

He set out values which were and remain deeply modern.

And I can think of few if any political leaders from his time whose concerns remain relevant

Althera Laboratories Announces GMP Approval of State-of-the-Art Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility

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New facility in Mysuru, India, set to produce one billion oral doses annually, strengthening Althera’s supply chain for cardiovascular and metabolic medicines.

A robust supply chain is key for ensuring the availability of our products. We are proud of the reliability of our supply chain to date. This new facility enables us to continue this commitment.”

— Sanjeev Agarwal, Althera’s CEO

DUBLIN, DUBLIN, IRELAND, September 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Althera Laboratories Limited, a leader in cardiovascular and metabolic medicine, today announced the successful GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) approval and operational launch of its new, commercial-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.

This advanced oral solid dosage plant, established by Althera’s affiliate Vibonum

Strong Interest for Colin’s Sash Windows’ New Irish Website Offering Island-Wide Online Ordering

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New Irish website from Colin’s Sash Windows sees high demand, offering uPVC sash windows with custom options and delivery across all Ireland

DUBLIN, IRELAND, September 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Colin’s Sash Windows, one of the UK’s top suppliers of uPVC sash windows, has recently launched its dedicated Irish website — and early interest from customers across Ireland has been strong.

The new platform, www.colinssashwindows.ie, allows homeowners, builders, and architects anywhere in the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland to browse, customise, and order premium uPVC sash windows online, with island-wide delivery direct to site.

Since going live, the site has seen a steady flow of enquiries, online orders and quote

Tánaiste’s Remarks at the British Irish Association Conference Oxford, 5 September 2025

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Thank you Dominic, thank you colleagues

Secretary of State, Hilary,

Trustees, friends,

I’m delighted to be with you this evening.

For more than fifty years, the British Irish Association has been a fixture: a space for reflection and exchange on the state of these islands we call home.

It has played a quiet, crucial role in bringing people together, including during the darkest and hardest of times.

While this is my first time to attend the conference, I know that the conversations made

Minister Lawless approves €67 million in funding to build 493 new student accommodation beds at UCD

Minister for Further and Higher, Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless TD announced today the allocation of €67 million in state funding to enable UCD to enter contract for the delivery of 493 new student accommodation beds.

This project is the second tranche of beds delivered under the €100 million Short-Term Activation Programme announced in 2022. In line with programme requirements, thirty percent (30%) of the newly built beds are being made available for use by students in

First Asian Hornet nest in Ireland safely removed by NPWS

Ireland - The National Parks and Wildlife Service has today, (Friday 5th September) completed the safe control and removal of an Asian Hornet nest from a site in Cork city. This is the first instance of a nest in Ireland, which posed a risk to native pollinators and commercial bee hives in the area.

Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan TD said:

“Since the first confirmed sighting of an Asian Hornet in the Cork city area, just over a

Minister Jim O’Callaghan announces €1.75 million fund to support children, young people, and families in international protection accommodation

• Fund will be delivered locally through Children and Young People’s Services Committees (CYPSC). CYPSC bring together the main statutory, community and voluntary providers of services to children and young people
• CYPSC projects are designed to improve the health and wellbeing of children and young people in IPAS
• The 2025 Funding Framework was designed in collaboration with the CYPSC National Office at Tusla – Child and Family Agency

The Minister for Justice Home Affairs and Migration Jim O’Callaghan, today announced funding of €1.75 million for the Children and Young People’s Services Committees (CYPSC) to deliver projects to expand the support services available to children, young people, and their families staying in international protection accommodation.

CYPSC are a key structure identified by Government to plan and co-ordinate services for

Statement by the Tánaiste on the appointment of new UK Foreign Secretary

I would like to congratulate Yvette Cooper on her appointment as UK Foreign Secretary.

I look forward to working with her, not least to deliver on our ambitious plans for foreign and security policy cooperation as part of the Ireland-UK Joint Statement 2030.

In a turbulent geo-political environment, Yvette’s extensive experience, political and diplomatic skills, and strong record of delivery will be deeply valuable.

I also want to pay tribute to David Lammy and congratulate him and wish him the best in his new role as Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Secretary.

Statement from Minister Helen McEntee

Following a week of intense engagement, there has been a breakthrough in the ongoing strike action by Fórsa in schools, which has seen secretaries and caretakers on the picket line around the country.

Minister for Education and Youth Helen McEntee has said:

“I very much welcome Fórsa’s agreement to withdraw strike action and enter discussions in the WRC with my Department.

“I have seen around the country the impact of strike action on school communities and