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Last month the early departure of another Garda Commissioner drew much media attention – probably more than it deserved, given that the wheels keep turning, the Gardaí still show up for work, and the ship of state creaks on. The change, if any, will be largely cosmetic. But the week before the Commissioner “retired”, a man […]
A situation is unfolding in the Northern Ireland Royal Courts of Justice which calls into question the integrity of the Administration of Justice, the right to a fair hearing and fair procedures on which the entire system depends. It is the worst kept secret in legal circles in Northern Ireland and yet not one media […]
The Annual ritual surrounding the budget will come to an end on Tuesday 10 october when finance minister, Paschal Donohoe, unveils his first package of tax and spending proposals since his appointment earlier this year. Don’t expect too many surprises though, as most of the expected initiatives have already been well aired through inspired leaks from various […]
The building on the corner of Liffey St and Abbey St would dominate the skyline from almost any direction.
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Egalitarian, ebullient, extravagant, and eclectic, Art Deco remains one of the most popular of architectural forms
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When Byrne died, it was assumed he would be remembered as one of the greatest Dubliners of all time. Instead, he is largely forgotten.
A few Docklands successes do not mean Dublin’s fragile human-scale city centre can handle increased height in its historic areas
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Questions on Sinn Féin dominate Solidarity-PBP think-in press conference.
The boardwalk is a substitute for resolving the quays themselves. They need to be greened and redesigned to reach their full potential.