UK land bridge route to become ‘unviable’ for businesses, says shipping director

[ad_1] A major European shipping company has decided to open new operations in Ireland amid concerns that the UK land bridge route will be “unworkable” for exporters, importers and shipping companies after the end of the Brexit transition period. There are fears that the land bridge route will be “absolutely clogged” after the Brexit deadline … Read more

Everything you need to know about easing restrictions

[ad_1] The Government has announced a relief from Covid-19 restrictions before Christmas, after six weeks at Level 5, the highest level in the framework to deal with the virus. Speaking near the end of an uncertain month for many, Taoiseach Micheál Martin confirmed the new measures, which will begin to take effect from Tuesday, December … Read more

Taoiseach confirms its passage to level 3 on December 1

[ad_1] Taoiseach Micheál Martin has confirmed that Ireland will move to Level 3 with ‘some modifications’ to the government’s Living with Covid plan as of December 1. Until Dec. 18, people are asked to stay within their county and continue not to mix with other households, unless they are part of its support bubble. As … Read more

Confirmed: Restaurants and some pubs will open on December 4 when Taoiseach prepares to make an announcement

[ad_1] People can go out for a bite to eat and a drink again starting next week. The Irish Mirror has confirmed with government sources that restaurants, gastropubs and hotels will be back in business to eat and drink from next Friday. The massive push for the hotel industry is about to get the green … Read more

New six-day-a-week ferry from Rosslare to France

[ad_1] The logistics giant DFDS has announced a new six-day-a-week ferry service between Rosslare Europort and Dunkerque in northern France. The new direct service aims to give hauliers and the wider Irish industrial sector a new option to replace the UK land bridge, post-Brexit, amid fears of hours delays on the land bridge once the … Read more

The government is ready to announce the exit plan for level 5

[ad_1] The Cabinet is ready to approve a plan that will allow the reopening of restaurants and gastronomic pubs, probably on Monday, December 7. But it is anticipated that family reunions will not be allowed until December 18. New rules around the distance between tables are also expected at the facility and the amount of … Read more

Covid-19 a likely ‘catalyst’ for the Dublin reshuffle

[ad_1] Covid-19 will be a “catalyst” for the remodeling of Dublin akin to “war, famine and pestilence,” was heard at a conference on the future of the city. Retail is unlikely to regain its position in Dublin city center, and the city’s future is likely to be based on hospitality and “experiences,” said business representatives … Read more

Minister moves to reassure about the PUP Christmas bonus

[ad_1] Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys has assured beneficiaries of the pandemic unemployment payment that most will retain their right to a Christmas bonus even if they return to work when public health restrictions are eased next week. More than 1.6 million people currently receiving state benefits are expected to receive a Christmas bonus payable … Read more

Cork GAA presents ‘One Cork’ to transform the fortunes of O’Keefe’s Park

[ad_1] Cork GAA has unveiled plans for a single high-powered body to unite its key stakeholders and assets and target the massive € 33m debt weighing on its Páirc Uí Chaoimh stadium. ‘One Cork’ will merge the Cork County Board, the Páirc Uí Chaoimh Stadium board and the independent fundraising arm, Cáirde Chorcaí. It will … Read more