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# the morning lead

October
October 2023
Cork University Hospital launches investigation into alleged racism against nurse
A report by
Eimer McAuley
Indian nurses at CUH have complained about an adaptation programme being run at the hospital.
The Journal has learned that an external investigator was commissioned by the hospital after a formal complaint was made.
The probe comes over a year after the hospital received a group letter, signed by 29 nurses making similar allegations.
The NMBI says it is aware of the issue.
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Oct 9th 2023, 12:05 AM
'I am broken mentally, physically and financially': What readers want to see in Budget 2024
A report by
Órla Ryan
A package worth around €6.4 billion will be announced on Tuesday.
People want to see USC reduced, Carer's Allowance increased and more childcare support
"The Government needs to take a long hard look at how much we actually do," one carer told us
"We are the generation that's emigrating in droves and we are constantly ignored by the Government," a young renter said
Coalition leaders get budget update from ministers that hold the purse strings
Budget 2024: What exactly can we expect in next week's package?
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Oct 8th 2023, 12:05 AM
Housing Minister says Dublin Airport's North Runway 'using flight paths that weren’t agreed'
A report by
Jane Matthews
Darragh O’Brien said residents cannot go outside at the moment in some areas because of the noise.
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Oct 7th 2023, 12:05 AM
Going to bed hungry: Parents are ‘doing without’ food as cost-of-living crisis hits
A report by
Cormac Fitzgerald
After years of steady declining, food poverty in Ireland has shot up.
Hundreds of thousands of people across the country are not getting enough nutritious food to eat
The Muslim Sisters of Éire are distributing hundreds of meals a week in Dublin City Centre alone
Experts tell investigative platform Noteworthy that more State action is urgently needed
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Oct 6th 2023, 12:05 AM
A city at war: Trauma, pride and a difficult defiance on the streets of Kyiv
A report by
Niall O'Connor
The Journal sent news correspondent Niall O’Connor to Ukraine this week to hear from Ukrainians and Irish people living in Kyiv.
The Irish living and working in the city are war crimes investigators, policing reform specialists and refugee aid workers.
The Irish footprint in Kyiv is a symbol of the country's soft power.
Tánaiste in Kyiv on wavering US support for Ukraine: 'Elections will always create challenges'
Tánaiste reaffirms Ireland's support for Ukraine and lays roses for fallen soldiers in Kyiv
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Oct 5th 2023, 12:05 AM
Irish tillage being squeezed out in favour of renting land to dairy farmers
A report by
Niall Sargent
Noteworthy examines how dairy expansion has combined with years of policy neglect to leave grain growers struggling to survive.
Rental prices to go up 14% this year, with higher rates where dairy is dominant
Farmers say State plans to grow tillage are unworkable until land rental issue resolved
Land in tillage is set to fall by almost 10% by 2030 despite State targets to grow the sector
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Oct 4th 2023, 12:10 AM
Nokia to offer Irish government solution to undersea cable security concerns
A report by
Niall O'Connor
The Journal spoke to Nokia experts at a NATO organised event in Portugal recently.
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Oct 2nd 2023, 12:05 AM
'A demonic agenda': How sex ed became the target of anti-LGBT groups at the National Stadium
A report by
Stephen McDermott
Christian Voice Ireland held an SPHE information event earlier this week.
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Oct 1st 2023, 12:05 AM
September
September 2023
Far-right posts featuring mock gallows outside Dáil remain online despite Garda investigations
A report by
Stephen McDermott
It follows an analysis of posts across multiple platforms.
The Journal found content targeting TDs after analysing social media pages across multiple platforms.
Imitation gallows prop is being investigated under laws relating to the incitement of hatred.
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Sep 29th 2023, 12:05 AM
Multiple prison staff investigated for allegedly using company fuel cards to top up their own cars
A report by
Muiris O'Cearbhaill
It’s believed that approximately €3,000 worth of fuel was paid for using the cards.
The cards belonged to the Prison Service Escort Corp.
It is understood that an internal inquiry is ongoing and active.
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Sep 28th 2023, 12:05 AM
Fewer than 50,000 renters have claimed the Rent Tax Credit so far this year
A report by
Cormac Fitzgerald
The figures come as the Government contemplates doubling the amount available for renters to claim back in next month’s Budget.
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Sep 27th 2023, 12:02 AM
Iveagh Markets 'urgent' repair work not set to begin until late 2024
A report by
David MacRedmond
The work will focus on securing the crumbling structure rather than fully renovating it for reuse purposes.
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Sep 26th 2023, 12:04 AM
'It is incredibly disruptive': Householders' soaring stress levels over nighttime flights
A report by
Jane Moore
Details of complaints to the Aircraft Noise Competent Authority were released under FOI.
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Sep 25th 2023, 12:05 AM
Lough Neagh sand being used at GAA grounds across the country
A report by
Thomas Greene
Sand extraction activity is thought to be contributing to the algae problems of the lough.
Sand extracted from the lough is sold in a number of Irish retail stores and is used on pitches in sports grounds across the country, The Journal has learned.
Sand extraction is thought to be contributing to the extensive blue-green algal growths which have made headlines in recent weeks.
Thomas Greene reports from Northern Ireland.
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Sep 24th 2023, 12:05 AM
'Nowhere to go': How the housing crisis is lethal for domestic violence victims
A report by
Jane Moore
There was an increase in the number of applications last year, along with an increase in the number of court orders being breached.
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Sep 22nd 2023, 12:05 AM
Energy security review to find 'short-term' back-up gas storage needed for Ireland
A report by
Lauren Boland and Christina Finn
A report into the energy market’s pricing strategies will also be published today.
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Sep 21st 2023, 12:05 AM
Families of surgery patients call for full investigation into spina bifida and scoliosis care
A report by
Valerie Flynn
Two reviews are currently underway into aspects of care at Temple Street children’s hospital.
Varadkar on spinal surgery issues at Temple Street: 'I can't overstate how concerned I am'
HSE launches review after child dies and others suffer serious complications following spinal surgery
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Sep 19th 2023, 11:41 PM
Start talks with private hospitals now to avoid disastrous winter, INMO chief to tell Minister
A report by
Eimer McAuley
Medical organisations are to warn Donnelly that by December ‘it will be too late’.
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Sep 18th 2023, 12:01 AM
Holocaust group writes to Helen McEntee about 'anti-Semitic' newspaper edited by Gemma O'Doherty
A report by
Stephen McDermott
The Irish Light regularly was the subject of concerns by Holocaust Education Ireland.
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Sep 17th 2023, 12:05 AM
'I found it a very strange policing attitude, when he had info that... 3 boys had been abused'
A report by
Eoghan Dalton
An inquiry into the alleged cover-up of child sex abuse finally opened to the public this week – this is what happened.
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Sep 16th 2023, 12:05 AM
Irish lab not processing CervicalCheck samples five months on due to 'documents' delay
A report by
Eimer McAuley
The HSE said that staffing is not contributing to the ongoing delay in getting the lab back up and running, but added that the recruitment of staff continues to be a top priority.
In the meantime, Irish CervicalCheck samples continue to be processed by an American laboratory.
Once the Irish lab has its accreditation restored, it will return to processing 10% of CervicalCheck programme samples.
The long term aim of the HSE is for the Coombe Hospital lab to become the main processor of CervicalCheck samples.
Donnelly 'disappointed' about CervicalCheck samples being tested in US labs
Majority of countries to miss targets for decreasing cervical cancer
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Sep 15th 2023, 12:01 AM
Massive overhaul of Irish speed limits will see 30 km/h maximum on many roads
A report by
Jane Matthews and Christine Bohan
Increased driver penalties have been recommended to Government to enforce proposed speed limit changes.
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Sep 14th 2023, 12:05 AM
Warning that no new patients should be put on Ozempic as medicine shortages rise
A report by
Lauren Boland
Around 350 medicines are currently out of stock or in short supply in Ireland, according to the HPRA.
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Sep 13th 2023, 12:05 AM
Fishing boat owners turning to work with drug trafficking gangs to deal with financial pressures
A report by
Niall O'Connor
Recently The Journal travelled to Lisbon to examine its drugs policy and met with the head of a European-funded agency combating drug smuggling.
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Sep 10th 2023, 12:05 AM
Overhaul of Dublin city centre roads will address cross-town traffic
A report by
Valerie Flynn
Changes to the areas around Pearse Street and the Custom House will be tabled next week as part of plans to boost public transport, walking and cycling.
A complete overhaul of the Westland Row, Pearse Street and Tara Street area is planned.
The Journal understands Tara Street - currently a busy traffic route with narrow footpaths - will have more space allocated to active travel and buses.
Valerie Flynn reports from a cycling symposium in the capital.
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Sep 8th 2023, 12:05 AM
Hiqa keeping close eye on disability service as two ex-staff win WRC cases against management
A report by
Eoghan Dalton
Concerns have been raised by residents and union officials over a centre run by Cheshire Ireland in Waterford.
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Sep 7th 2023, 12:05 AM
'Brazen': Tourists charged €99 for 'watching the sunset' atop Cliffs of Moher
A report by
Eoghan Dalton
It’s the latest criticism over how Clare County Council is attempting to market one of the country’s most scenic sites.
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Sep 6th 2023, 12:05 AM
'It has stunted my life': Readers share their experiences of adults living with their parents
A report by
Mairead Maguire
We asked readers to share their stories, and heard from both adults living at home and parents whose kids have moved back in.
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Sep 5th 2023, 12:05 AM
Roderic O'Gorman emailed by TDs over concerns about refugee accommodation and far-right figures
A report by
Stephen McDermott
Dozens of TDs have emailed O’Gorman about refugees in the past year.
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Sep 3rd 2023, 12:05 AM
'Maternal request' reason for over half elective C-sections in Holles Street last year
A report by
Maria Delaney
Nationally, the rates of C-sections and inductions continue to rise year-on-year.
Investigative platform Noteworthy examines the rise of medical interventions used during birth
Over 35% induced and over 36% had caesarean births in 2021
Experts are debating whether planned C-sections due to ‘maternal request’ are because of a women’s choice or clinician influence
'Unheard, belittled and made feel small': Women still battling for maternity care choice
Tide turning on water birth ban as Drogheda becomes third hospital to reinstate option
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Sep 2nd 2023, 12:05 AM
McGrath working on 'very targeted' measures to help mortgage holders with sky high interest rates
A report by
Christina Finn
Plans are being worked on to rescue borrowers stuck with vulture funds charing up to 10% mortgage interest.
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Sep 1st 2023, 12:05 AM
August
August 2023
'Unheard, belittled and made feel small': Women still battling for maternity care choice
A report by
Maria Delaney
Noteworthy’s months-long investigation reveals inconsistent care and lack of choice leading to trauma and unnecessary medical interventions.
Over 20 women from all over Ireland spoke to our investigative team about their pregnancy and birth experiences
Despite some reform, women are still fighting to be heard, with many feeling that they are not in control of their care
Women are being treated differently due to local policies that impact how medicalised their birth will be
Rural home births may be restricted as HSE stands by 30-minute distance limit
Tide turning on water birth ban as Drogheda becomes third hospital to reinstate option
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Aug 31st 2023, 12:05 AM
Five things to look out for as the Dáil's constituency map is redrawn
A report by
Christina Finn
We could find out today that we’re getting more than 20 new TDs after the next general election.
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Aug 30th 2023, 12:03 AM
Tide turning on water birth ban as Drogheda becomes third hospital to reinstate option
A report by
Maria Delaney
Water births are used for pain relief during labour and birth across the world.
Investigative platform Noteworthy examines the gradual return of water births in Irish hospitals
The option was suspended in the late 2000s after a baby died in a hospital birthing pool
Water births remain banned for publicly funded home births
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Aug 29th 2023, 12:05 AM
EPA releases industrial water register for first time - but redacts almost 150 farm businesses
A report by
Eoghan Dalton
Businesses across a host of industries must register if they are abstracting 25,000 litres of water per day.
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Aug 28th 2023, 12:05 AM
The plan to end Direct Provision by next year is being revised - what's next for the system?
A report by
Jane Moore
The Government’s White Paper had committed to ending Direct Provision by 2024.
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Aug 27th 2023, 12:05 AM
Tánaiste declares Naval Service 'not acceptable' and calls for 'radical' recruitment drive
A report by
Niall O'Connor
The Journal revealed on Wednesday that the Irish Naval Service will have just two ships available to go to sea until the new year.
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Aug 26th 2023, 12:05 AM
Unions demand answers after Homesavers staff allegedly remove stock from Iceland shops
A report by
Eoghan Dalton and Steven Fox
The discount retailer’s Ireland franchise has been mired in uncertainty since they changed ownership last February.
Homesavers shares a director with the franchise holder for Iceland’s Irish stores.
The move has been criticised by the Independent Workers Union and Siptu.
A court-appointed examiner has been given a final extension of 30 days to save some Iceland shops.
Frozen food ban on Iceland stores lifted as extension granted on efforts to save the company
'Some amount of skulduggery going on': The Iceland Saga
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Aug 25th 2023, 12:05 AM
Landlord letting room by college campus asks students for 20 hours' childminding in lieu of rent
A report by
Muiris O'Cearbhaill
Minister of Higher Education Simon Harris described the arrangement as ‘very unorthodox’.
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Aug 24th 2023, 12:05 AM
Twelve patients reported to have been sexually assaulted in mental health facilities last year
A report by
Stephen McDermott
The assaults are among more than 500 ‘serious’ adverse incidents in 2022.
The assaults are among more than 550 'serious' adverse incidents reported to the HSE in 2022.
Small number of assaults causing death or injury also reported in hospitals and social care settings
250 patients died or were seriously injured as a result of a fall in all healthcare settings last year.
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Aug 22nd 2023, 12:05 AM
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