A new Irish Farmers Journal survey shows 72 per cent would give their first preference vote to a farmers' party if one emerged.

The EPA says half a million people are in "at-risk" areas with higher lead levels in their drinking water.

The allocation follows initial grants to the local authorities in April, with the second tranche doubling the previous figure,

The Education Minister is preparing to seek funding for the move.

Gardaí have declared bomb threats in Dublin as a hoax.

The company is facing a three year wait for connection to the National Broadband Plan.

The Hot School Meals programme provides regular, nutritious food to children to support them during their school day.

The Minister will seek approval to appoint a qualified person to comb through accounts at RTÉ.