Teachers’ unions have announced further industrial action amid a public-sector pay dispute, with school disruption expected on 14 and 21 October according to reporting. Families should follow notices from their own school and union because participation and arrangements can vary.
9 OctThe Department of Enterprise announced a €1.3 billion allocation in Budget 2027. The department’s announcement sets out the planned areas of spending; the allocation should not be confused with money already paid to businesses.
9 OctRTÉ’s budget explainer outlines changes affecting households, including tax credits and social supports. Eligibility and payment dates vary by measure, so readers should use the relevant government department’s guidance before making financial decisions.
9 OctGalway University Hospital apologised to a Mayo woman after a missed brain-cancer diagnosis, RTÉ reports. The story concerns a patient and medical care; retain the source’s wording and avoid drawing medical conclusions beyond the reported case.
9 OctIreland’s health regulator HIQA reported concerns about risks of financial abuse at a nursing home in County Kildare. The report raises safeguarding issues; avoid identifying residents or implying a proven criminal offence unless the regulator’s findings say so.
9 OctOpen House Dublin runs from 10 to 18 October, with opportunities to explore architecture and buildings around the city. Check the festival programme for booking requirements and access arrangements.
9 OctResearchers at Dublin City University are studying a method to extract oxygen from lunar soil, RTÉ reports. The work is research, not a ready-to-use system for a moon mission.
9 OctMastercard is expanding its Dublin operations with a second office, RTÉ reports.
9 OctRTÉ reports a record €29 billion health allocation in Budget 2027. The headline amount covers a wide range of services; it does not by itself show how much will go to any one programme or whether every planned measure is funded.
9 OctThe Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation announced planned protests connected to the ongoing pay dispute. Readers should check the union and health service notices for dates, locations and any service effects.
9 OctThe Government says it wants to honour its agreement with RTÉ, as discussions continue following a funding allocation below the broadcaster’s expected amount. No additional funding should be described as secured unless a formal decision is announced.
9 OctDublin Airport recorded a 4% rise in passenger numbers, according to figures reported by RTÉ.
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