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Achieving food security – it is all about the system

Fiona Hayes May, 2020

Unless we make radical changes in 2050, the world will need twice as much water for food production than it takes now. On May 27 2020, the European Commission put forward its proposal for a major recovery plan in which farmers play a key role. Fiona Hayes talks about the significant global […]

Business lessons learned: It is never too late to try something new

WCP Staff May, 2020

Over the course of my interviews, every woman that I have met has made significant career changes at one point in time. A lot of the women had varied careers before deciding to start their own business. Sharon Huggard, The Style Coach told us that she “took the scenic route”. […]

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County Cork Services appeal to stay safe around water following incident at Inchydoney

WCP Staff May, 2020

In advance of the Bank Holiday weekend, Cork County Council has come together with the Irish Coast Guard, An Garda Siochána and the RNLI to issue a public appeal to continue to abide by government guidelines, stay within 5km of home and to act responsibly. This appeal comes after emergency […]

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First steps in Reactivating Cork’s County Towns

WCP Staff May, 2020

All 23 Town Teams established under Cork County Council’s “Project ACT” have now met to discuss ways to support businesses and communities affected by COVID-19. Each Town Team consists of local elected representatives, business people, community leaders, tidy towns, traders, members of An Garda Siochana and representatives of the Cork […]

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Two new Electric cars introduced on Irish market

Sean Creedon May, 2020

While we are all in Lockdown two new Electric cars were introduced to the Irish market, the Opel Corsa-e and the Renault Zoe. Opel Ireland, who had launched a new version of the old reliable Corsa in February, confirmed the pricing for their Corsa-e model. It will be available in […]

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Kia’s newest SUV will be available with hybrid power

Sean Creedon May, 2020

The Sportage is Kia’s bestseller, but the Korean manufacturer’s flagship motor is the Sorento. During the Coronavirus lockdown Kia released details of the fourth edition of their Sorento, which was first introduced to Ireland 18 years ago. It won’t be available in Ireland until July or August. Emilio Herrera, Chief […]

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