Against a backdrop of policy shifts, Ukrainian refugee children embrace their Irish lives
Ireland is the place they started school, joined sports clubs – yet their parents worry about how changes to citizenship eligibility may haunt their future.
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I Must Away, Reviewed
Director Dennis Harvey explores the unequal meanings of migration, following his subjects as they move from country to country in search of work, family and refuge.
Cover image for Dublin Inquirer print edition #88
“This painting, Wild Garlic and a Gentle Breeze, depicts a dreamy moment on a springtime foraging expedition during one of the lockdowns of the recent pandemic.”
A stream of private vehicles continues to flow through College Green, despite council’s restrictions
A council official said it was up to Gardaí to enforce the 24/7 ban. Gardaí have not responded to queries about what they’re doing to enforce it.
In Belmayne apartment complex, social tenants blocked from amenities told they can’t pay to access them
“How do kids integrate in a community?” says Niamh Fox, one of the residents. “It’s just not right.”
Review of government supports for PhD researchers leaves questions unanswered, problems unsolved, union says
Who does a recommended stipend increase apply to? Union members ask. And what about recognising them as workers? And addressing immigration issues?
What happened to the plan for a toilet in Sean Moore Park?
More than two years ago, Dublin City Council started work on bringing a container cafe and toilet to the park. Maybe by mid-2024, it’s now saying.
Renault’s product placement on Marty Morrissey’s TV show was not flagged on RTÉ Player
“The BAI regulations did not apply to content on RTÉ Player at this time,” an RTÉ spokesperson said. Then, later: “This was not included due to human error”.
In Inchicore, a plan to knock a market foreshadows big changes on the city’s edge
A developer has applied for planning permission to demolish the building now hosting the Jamestown Market, and build 128 apartments.
In Finglas, a soccer club wants its clubhouse meeting room back from the council
“We came in one day and the locks had been changed,” says Rivermount Boys FC chairman Rory Maher. “We went looking for it back and we were told no.”
Three Dublin railway bridges are among those most often hit by drivers, says Irish Rail
What more can be done to keep drivers from trying to squeeze their trucks and coaches under too-low railway bridges, causing safety risks, damage and delays?
Growing number of big student housing complexes adding extra fees on top of the rent
Two of the city’s biggest providers now also have largely identical provisions around charges in contracts.
Sam: When pushing an article to readers online, what are the limits for what news organisations should do?
If it’s okay to pay to boost posts, or use SEO to improve search rankings, is it okay to game social-media algorithms by buying likes, shares or retweets?