The Circular Economy Bill 2022, being discussed by government today, will also bring in measures implements commitments the Government has made in the Waste Action Plan.
Electric Ireland the latest provider to announce price hikes
The company says sustained changes in the wholesale cost of energy continues to drive price adjustments.
48% reduction in the Wexford social housing waiting list
There are currently just over 1,400 households in Wexford who are reliant on the provision of housing support.
Pressure building in hospitals as covid numbers soar
Emergency Departments across the country are under an intolerable amount of pressure, according to a new report.
Wexford refugee numbers from Ukraine subject of discussion at council meeting
Wexford County Council has been discussing the impact of Ukranian refugees on accommodation and services in the county
Patients on trolleys at Wexford General more than doubles in 24 hours
The INMO is calling for political intervention to tackle the trolley crisis.
Elderly man dies following road traffic collision in New Ross
The road is currently closed and Forensic Collision Investigators are carrying out a technical examination of the scene.
Moves to fast track off shore wind farms
The Government has announced a new system to allow off-shore wind projects to get the go-ahead.
Visiting restrictions introduced at Wexford General Hospital
Visiting restrictions have been reintroduced with immediate effect at Wexford General Hospital.
Airliner with 133 passengers on board has crashed in China
State television is reporting the Boeing 737 crashed into a mountain causing a fire.
Safe drinking guidelines to be re-examined as more people drink at home
he guidelines say a maximum of 17 standard drinks for men and 11 units for women each week is safe.
Gardaí investigate the killing of a mother of five over the weekend
36 year old Sandra Boyd was shot dead at the back of her family home in Finglas on Saturday night.
Obesity drug that can lower weight 3 stone in a year approved in Ireland
The drug that has been approved in all EU countries, delivered by weekly injection, has been described by specialists as ‘ground breaking’.
Rosslare Europort’s potential for an offshore renewable energy hub
Enterprise Ireland are reviewing the potential for creating jobs at a possible offshore renewable energy hub at Rosslare Europort.
Sunshine and warm temperatures for the foreseeable future
Temperatures could reach up to 18 degrees in the Midlands and West, staying cooler on Eastern and Southern coasts.
200 Ukrainian’s refugees due to arrive into Wexford this Weekend
They are due to arrive on ferries from Le Havre and Dunkirk in France.
P&O Ferries made 800 staff redundant with immediate effect
It’s understood workers will be given compensation packages due to the short notice of the announcement.
Nurses unions say Irish hospitals facing a 5th wave of pandemic
More than 1,000 Covid patients are being treated in public hospitals, the highest number in 13 months.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin tested positive for Covid-19 at the White House
Micheál Martin and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi had been sitting next to each other without masks.
One in three children with disabilities globally have experienced violence
New figures suggest a third of children and adolescents with disabilities are twice as likely to experience any form of violence than children without disabilities.
Petrol bomb attack on a house in County Down overnight
Police say they believe two tall men of slim build who had their hoods up, fled from the scene on foot.
Median price of a home in Ireland costs €280,000
The Residential Property Price Index shows house prices nationally are up 14.8%.
Wexford agricultural land prices jump 10% 2 years
The average sale price of agri-land per acre in Wexford now stands at €15,233.
No available ICU beds in Wexford General Hospital
The news comes as the number of Covid patients in hospital has reached its highest level in over 13 months.
Finance Minister says government can’t insulate us from price hikes
That’s the view of Paschal Donohue in response to a price hike announced by Bord Gáis.
Diocese of Ferns to consult with laity in a series of meetings
The Diocese of Ferns is to hold a series of meetings with the laity to discuss the future of the catholic church in County Wexford
Restricting cigarette access for adults will help reduce fatal illnesses
That’s the view of one anti-smoking campaigner, who says Ireland should follow Britain’s lead and examine a ban on cigarette sales to under 25’s.
74% of employees say they could look for a new job this year.
An Excel Recruitment survey found over half of employers claim pay rises are on the cards for their staff.
IFA say support vital for farmers to comply with new nitrates programme
The regulations contain specific measures to protect surface waters and groundwater from nutrient pollution arising from agricultural sources.
Ukraine update as latest talks described as ‘pretty good’
There are reports of further attacks on the city’s main metro stations, but there is no word on casualties.