Cost of Leinster House bike shed completely not acceptable – OPW chairman
The cost of the 336,000 euro infamous Leinster House bike shed is “completely not acceptable”, the chairman of the Office of Public Works (OPW) has said. John Conlon said the…
Nationwide customers to get new £50 update within weeks
Nationwide Building Society is introducing a £50 interest-free buffer in November, removing charges for people who dip into their overdraft by only a small amount. The buffer will apply, subject…
Man dies after collapsing at Sainsbury’s store in Co Down
A man has passed away at the scene after falling ill at a Sainsbury’s store in Co Down. It’s understood he collapsed in the supermarket on Balloo Link in Bangor…
Winter Fuel Payment overhaul sparks outrage as 10 million pensioners face cuts
Keir Starmer could find himself in a difficult position due to the proposed cuts to Winter Fuel Payments, potentially impacting over 10 million pensioners. The Labour Party conference is set…
Nick Knowles health update as star still in sling ahead of Strictly meeting
Strictly Come Dancing’s Nick Knowles’ future in the BBC competition remains uncertain after he was spotted still sporting a sling just days before Saturday’s show. He was seen looking relaxed…
Petrol prices drop to three-year low in welcome boost for motorists
Petrol prices have reached a three-year low due to a fall in oil prices and the strength of the pound. The average price of a litre of the fuel at…
Elections Canada to recommend tighter nomination rules after foreign influence probe
Elections Canada is set to recommend tighter rules for political parties’ nominations after a federal inquiry referred to the contests as a “gateway” for foreign interference. Documents published by the…
Gap between Ontario housing and population growth highest in 50 years: report
The gap between Ontario’s housing stock and its rapid population growth is the widest it has been since records began, according to a development industry report that throws fresh doubt…
Foreign Office issues Mexico warning as travellers told to avoid parts of country
The Foreign Office has issued a travel warning in relation to Mexico. The Government body is advising against “all but essential travel” to certain parts of the country. The warning,…
Long-range missiles to hit Russia: Where does NATO stand on Ukraine demand?
Zelenskyy hopes to hit assets inside Russia to get the upper hand in negotiations but has not succeeded in convincing NATO allies to share the long-range missiles he needs for…