EU reusable garden wins at Bord Bia Bloom
The European Commission has sponsored a garden at Bord Bia Bloom to demonstrate the circular economy. The “Renewed Blooms” garden is designed by David Negus and sponsored by the European…
Hosepipe ban as EU warns of droughts
Uisce Éireann has imposed a hosepipe ban in three Irish counties due to a “sharp drop in water levels”. Water Conservation Orders have now come into force in Mullingar, County…
Climate council ‘disappointed’ energy customers not getting the best deals
The Climate Change Advisory Council says it is disappointed that a law to ensure energy customers get the best deal, both for their pocket and for the environment is not…
McGrath cancels Spanish trip after blackouts
Ireland’s European Commissioner, Michael McGrath, has cancelled a planned official visit to Spain. Spain and Portugal is suffering a major electricity blackout. According to the portugese energy operator, the massive…
Four ways in which Ireland is better than Northern Ireland
People in the Republic of Ireland on average live longer, are better educated and earn more than their counterparts in Northern Ireland, that’s according to a report out today. But…
Counterfeit banknotes on the rise
The number of counterfeit bank notes has risen to its highest level in five years, the European Central bank has warned. More than half a million Euro banknotes were withdrawn…
New law to give toys a ‘digital passport’
A new European law which aims to tighten up on toy safety has been agreed in principle by MEPs and member states. The new law demands that all toys sold…
EU advises all citizens to keep 72 hours worth of emergency supplies
The European Union is advising all citizens to keep at least 72 hours of supplies at home at all times. The advice is contained in a new paper produced by…
Dublin’s EU museum officially opens
The European Parliament’s interactive museum in Dublin has officially opened four months after its soft launch. In 2019, the European Parliament decided it would open museums across Europe to try…
EU-wide driving licence rules agreed
The European Parliament and EU ministers have reached an agreement to standardise rules on driving licences across the European Union. A probationary period for novice drivers will be enforced across…