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University Hospital Limerick
Donnelly defends preventing Aoife Johnston's family any input into inquiry's terms of reference
Fitness To Practice
Professional misconduct allegations against HSE physio who made false claims about Covid-19 upheld
Investigation
Third man charged in connection with murder of Tristan Sherry at Blanchardstown restaurant
Epstein files
Virginia Giuffre alleged she was sex-trafficked to two 'respected politicians' and Prince Andrew
The names of the two politicians remain redacted.
Reeva Steenkamp
Oscar Pistorius released from prison on parole 11 years after murdering girlfriend
Pistorius killed Reeva Steenkamp in the early hours of Valentine’s Day 2013, firing four times through the bathroom door of his house.
The ex-Paralympian is "now at home" after his release from jail, authorities said.
Reeva Steenkamp's mother said in a statement she is the one "serving a life sentence" in her grief for her daughter.
Health and Safety Authority
Significant increase in number of work-related deaths last year compared to 2022
43 people lost their lives in work-related incidents in 2023 compared to 28 the previous year.
Agriculture, forestry and fishing accounted for 20 fatalities, with farming accounting for 16 of these fatalities.
HSA Assistant Chief Executive Mark Cullen told The Journal that fatalities in the agriculture and construction sectors remain "stubbornly high".
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Blanchardstown
Second person charged over Tristan Sherry murder in Blanchardstown restaurant on Christmas Eve
Gerard O'Brien
Justice Minister to consult with AG on removal of judge following conviction for sexual assault
Cost of Living
Record corporation tax returns last year, as McGrath forecasts improved living standards in 2024
Ringsend
'Someone could be killed': Fears grow as gardaí probe 'worrying trend' of arson attacks
No arrests have been made to date but a number of investigations are ongoing.
The Irish Network Against Racism has expressed concern that the issue will only be taken seriously if someone is badly injured or killed
There have been around 20 arson attacks, or attempted attacks, on properties earmarked to house international protection applicants
Multiple garda investigations into the Ringsend, Rosscahill and other arson attacks around the country are ongoing
lessons to be learned
Covid Inquiry will 'absolutely' reveal lessons to be learned, former health minister says
Blanchardstown
Man shot in Blanchardstown restaurant attack on Christmas Eve dies in hospital
Jason Hennessy Snr has died after he was critically injured during the attack.
restrictions
Visiting restrictions in place at several hospital due to outbreaks of respiratory viruses
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