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The sector re-opened on May 4th.
35,000 construction workers are claiming the Pandemic Unemployment Payment.
That's despite the construction sector reopening fully since May 4th.
The Construction Industry Federation says 40 percent of the industry stayed open during Level 5 lockdown, for projects that were given exemptions.
Director General Tom Parlon says its his understanding that people are returning to work each day:
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Tanaiste and Minister for Defence Simon Harris said the boost would include a “service commitment payment” as part of efforts to retain experienced personnel.
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Kfm has attempted to contact a number of pubs in the area for comment.
Seven Reported Dead In Austria School Shooting
Police haven't gone into details, only to say a large operation is underway on a street, where there's a secondary school.
Trump Labels Greta Thunberg "Angry Young Person" As She Flies To France After Israeli Detention
She was a among a group of activists on board a boat bound for Gaza.
Rent Pressure Zones Go National As Cabinet Set To Approve Major Tenancy Reforms
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Sea Sessions Cancelled, Beyond the Pale Nearly Pulled As Festival Scene Faces Difficulties
It comes as a new report has found people are drinking less alcohol, with the average consumption dropping nearly 5 percent per adult last year.
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