Cork and Shannon Airports cannot be forgotten about while Dublin airport thrives. I am questioning the details announced yesterday by Transport Minister, Shane Ross in relation to the possibility of Dublin Airport getti ...
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Irish Businesses Should Adopt UK Model of Flexible Work
This week I joined Employmum and DePuy Synthes to launch a campaign encouraging companies to ‘think flexibility’ when it comes to retaining key staff. We are calling on Irish businesses to adopt a model whic ...
Holidaymakers are being overcharged by unofficial websites
Many Irish holidaymakers travelling to America must register for an Esta (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation) form before they embark on their trip. However despite the Esta costing $14 on the official Esta websi ...
Moves to improve working conditions for transport workers
I have welcomed a comprehensive reform package for transport workers which has been approved by the European Parliament. They include better working conditions for drivers, including clarifications on minimum wage and re ...
Free Inter-Rail Tickets for Irish People
A scheme has been announced this morning which will offer 140 free Inter Rail tickets to 18 years olds across Ireland. The aim of scheme is to get young people interested in Europe and help young Irish people learn abou ...
Take care of Irish Oceans this Summer
As more people head to the beach this summer it is important that you take care of the oceans and make sure they stay clean. Ireland led the way with the plastic bag tax and now we can do more with deposit on return sc ...
Business and Tourism in Munster is Suffering
Businesses in Munster and especially, Cork are suffering as vital links to top international hub, Amsterdam remain cut. Inward tourism in Cork and Munster will also suffer as Amsterdam provides a vital link to transatlan ...
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