Fianna Fáil MEP Billy Kelleher has said that social media platforms and other digital publishers must either voluntarily dip into their pockets, or be required by the State, to support local media and journalism. “The Covid 19 crisis has really hit our local newspapers and radio stations. Many across the country […]
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Ireland’s most inclusive science event continues online so students can still take part despite Covid-19 restrictions Cork students registered for SciFest 2020 are being asked to upload their projects online for judging for this year’s 15th annual SciFest@College competition. In line with recommendations and advice from the HSE, the SciFest regional finals […]
In a matter of weeks, fundraising at the Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation has been devastated by Covid-19, closing the Foundation’s nine charity shops and cancelling most of its fundraising events. The financial outlook is bleak, with Jack & Jill now facing a massive shortfall of €500,000, while the 340 […]
Minister for Health Simon Harris TD has welcomed confirmation by health insurance companies to offer customers a rebate during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Government recently announced a partnership agreement with private hospitals as part of the national effort to respond to the emergency. The additional capacity secured is vital for […]