National News from Monday, May 11th, 2026

Government Planning Package To Incentivise Ukrainian Refugees To Return Home

It follows a decision last month to wind down state accommodation for Ukrainian people living here
Baltinglass Resident Given Nine-Year Sentence For Sexual Assault Of Younger Cousins

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Sisters Frances McGregor and Caitriona Carr waived waive their right to anonymity so he could be named
On-The-Spot Littering Fines Set To Increase As Part Of Plans To Tackle Illegal Dumping

The Government is understood to be preparing a suite of new measures in an effort to tackle illegal dumping
Kildare TD Accuses Universities Of "Gaming The System" As Niche Courses Result In Increased CAO Points

He has invited the sector to discuss possible changes with him
Expected Delays For Non-Threatening Ambulance Calls Because Of Staff Industrial Action Today

Staff are in a dispute with management because recommendations on their pay haven't been brought in
Two Irish Passengers On Virus-Stricken Cruise Ship Now In Care Of HSE

They arrived back at Baldonnel on the government jet last night

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