The Irish and Northern Ireland Governments jointly launch Ireland’s First All-Island Apprenticeship

In a landmark moment for education and cross-border cooperation, the first-ever all-island apprenticeship programme has been launched, marking a new chapter in how Ireland and Northern Ireland develop talent for the future. The Accounting Technologist Apprenticeship, developed by ATI and delivered jointly by Technological University of the Shannon and The Open University in Northern Ireland, will equip learners with cutting-edge skills in digital finance and sustainability, responding to the evolving demands of the sector.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Tánaiste Simon Harris, Minister for Further and Higher

Minister Jim O’Callaghan announces partnership with EUAA to assist with International Protection Appeals

• The EU Asylum Agency to assist the International Protection Appeals Tribunal with an increasing appeal caseload

The Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O’Callaghan TD, has today announced that Ireland has signed an Operational Plan with the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA) that aims to assist the International Protection Appeals Tribunal (IPAT) with processing appeals lodged against first instance decisions.

Ireland, like other EU Member States, saw an increase in applicants for international

Tánaiste Attends Meeting of EU Foreign Ministers

Tánaiste Simon Harris will say the EU can play a vital role in ramping up humanitarian aid for Gaza and express support for further sanctions on Russia at a meeting of EU Foreign Ministers on Monday.

At the meeting in Luxembourg, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade will discuss a range of issues with fellow foreign ministers, including Russian aggression against Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East, and EU-Indo Pacific relations. Other items on the agenda include Moldova, Georgia, and Sudan.

Speaking ahead of the meeting, the Tánaiste said: “We gather at a critical moment for

Minister Calleary ‘turns the sod’ on a major redevelopment of the former Sisters of Mercy Convent Site in Westport

• €13.5 million investment under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund
• Major redevelopment will include a new Public Library a Community Hub and other facilities
• Transformational project for the community of Westport

Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht (DRCDG), Dara Calleary TD, has today turned the sod on a major redevelopment of the Sisters of Mercy Convent Site and adjacent lands in Westport.

This redevelopment, which has received €13.5 million under the Rural Regeneration and

Minister Calleary turns sod for €9.3m new community centre in Maigh Cuilinn

• €6 million from Community Centre Investment Fund and €1 million from an Ciste Tacaíochtaí Pobail agus Teanga
• State-of-the-art community space for Maigh Cuilinn and surrounding area to support them into the future

Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, has today turned the sod for construction to commence on Ionad Pobail Mhaigh Cuilinn, a new community facility for Maigh Cuilinn and the surrounding catchment area.

This project with a total cost of €9.3m is to receive funding of €7m from the Department of

Latest social and affordable housing delivery statistics show 42% quarterly increase in new-build social homes

New-build social housing up 42% on Q2 and 54% higher than H1 2024.

• Nearly 27,000 social homes in design or construction.

• Affordable housing delivery up 40%

The delivery of social and affordable housing continues to gain momentum, with the latest quarterly statistics revealing strong growth and robust pipelines across both delivery streams. This progress is reflected in the Q2 delivery figures published today by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD.

SOCIAL HOUSING

In Quarter 2 2025, 1,757 new social homes were delivered, including 1,443 new-build

Dublin’s Most Trusted Cleaning Company, Happy Clean, Celebrates Record Year of Service in 2025

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Cleaning Services Recognized by Dublin's Best

Happy Clean, Dublin’s most trusted cleaning company, celebrates a record year of service in 2025 with growth, recognition, and unmatched customer satisfaction.

Celebrating this record year is not just about growth; it is about honoring the loyalty and trust Dublin families and businesses have placed in us.”

— Livia, Happy Clean

DUBLIN, DUBLIN, IRELAND, October 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Happy Clean, recognized as Dublin’s most trusted cleaning company, is celebrating a record year of service in 2025. With a growing client base, new service offerings, and industry recognition, the company continues to strengthen its reputation as the go-to choice for professional cleaning services in Dublin.

A Year of Milestones

The year 2025 has been one of exceptional

Minister for Health launches Ireland’s First National Endometriosis Framework

Ireland - The Minister for Health, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, TD, has today launched the National Framework for the Management of Endometriosis in Ireland, marking an important milestone in the evolution of women’s healthcare in Ireland. The framework establishes for the first time a defined clinical care pathway for women and girls living with endometriosis.

Developed by the Health Service Executive’s (HSE) National Women and Infants Health Programme (NWIHP), the framework reflects the voices of patient advocates and aims to transform how endometriosis is recognised and treated across the country. Central to the

Patrick Treacy Leads Ailesbury Clinic to Global Recognition in Dermatology and Aesthetics

DUBLIN, IRELAND, October 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Dr. Patrick Treacy, a pioneer in modern dermatology and aesthetics, continues to elevate global standards through his leadership at Ailesbury Clinic, one of the most awarded cosmetic clinics in Ireland. With an emphasis on medical safety, innovation, and patient-centered care, Dr. Treacy has positioned the clinic as a benchmark of excellence in Europe and beyond.

A Visionary in Dermatology and Aesthetics

As Medical Director of Ailesbury Clinic, Dr. Patrick Treacy has been widely recognized for

Ireland’s Dentist Jobs: Supply Gap Creates Openings Across Counties

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Dentist Jobs Ireland- Your dream dental job in Ireland Awaits

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Dental Jobs in Ireland - Dental Job Demand Rises as Ireland Expands Workforce Capacity

Dentist Jobs in Ireland - Now is the time to move to Ireland, large demand

Low dentist density, rising demand, and faster application processing are creating opportunities for qualified clinicians across Ireland in 2025

Low per capita dentist numbers, consistent patient demand, and clearer administrative pathways are creating tangible opportunities for clinicians considering Ireland”

— Adrian D , DentistryJobs.ie.

CORK, CORK, IRELAND, October 13, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- DentistryJobs.ie today released its Q4 2025 Hiring Outlook for dentist roles in Ireland, providing a neutral summary of workforce indicators and administrative context drawn from official sources. The outlook consolidates comparative EU figures on practising dentists per capita, recent registration activity in Ireland, public pay-scale benchmarks, and current employment-permit processing dates to inform prospective applicants and employers.

Ireland continues to feature at the low end of