Additional €4m bailout for departments

A trial run occurred on Tuesday morning, a spokesperson for Cork City Council toldthe Irish Examiner

Councillors concerned Transport Minister Eamon Ryan will intervene again and withhold money for the project

John O’Callaghan of Dog Advocacy Ireland said that the races pose a risk to both human and animal welfare

Families — including the loved ones of an extra 168 people this year alone — gathered for a moving ceremony to remember those who have died on Irish roads

President says trend can be reversed if 'the collective will is there'

Fexco Group — the Kerry-based payments firm that employs 2,570 people at its operations in Ireland and numerous other locations across the world— said it lifted operating profit significantly in 2022 as it tapped the international travel boom.

Ten people have been killed by vehicles in the north Cork town over the past decade

Seven flights into Dublin were left in a holding pattern over Ireland West Airport Knock in Mayo after Dublin’s airspace was closed twice due to a lack of ATC staff

There is also a contradiction between banning smartphones from primary school children, but relying heavily on them for the same children three months after they leave sixth class

There is a lot to be positive about the freight distribution and logistics sector, however, Ireland's national and international supply chains still face many challenges.

Shipping market 'set to remain weak until about 2026'

Almost one in 10 of all passengers on Bus Éireann services were found to be travelling without a valid ticket, according to the results of fare evasion surveys carried out by the National Transport Authority.

Emissions from trucks, buses, and coaches have become a key target of the EU Council of Ministers.

MOLLY CANTWELL writes of her grief and anger at the death of Joe Drennan, and her heartbreak for all families bereaved by road fatalities, more of which are likely to occur this weekend

Student protest

Ireland’s Metrolink could end up costing as much as €12. 3bn, making it the country’s most expensive ever infrastructure project, according to projections by the state bodies responsible.

More than 20 million journeys were made on public transport in September — the highest monthly figure for the year so far.

Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has been branded "a disgrace" by furious members of Cork County Council after they were told the minister's "diary is too full" to meet with councillors to discuss decisions made on road redevelopments in the area.

Carriers are using very opaque formulas to calculate surcharges to offset the cost of the EU emissions trading system (ETS)

The School Transport Scheme, which is managed by Bus Éireann, has run into challenges due to the lack of availability of drivers and contractors in several areas

Many of these roads are in very isolated areas and serve just a handful of houses, while several are cul-de-sacs. Some of these roads badly need urgent repair, councillors were told

More than one in three further education and training (FET) learners in Ireland say mental health issues affect their ability to learn or study, according to a new report.

Responding to Budget 2024, climate activist and EV enthusiast Tom Spencer said: 'In one year alone, we spent as much on climate destruction as we will on fixing it'

Michael McGrath has set out plans for not one, but two distinct investment funds, marking something of a wager on long-term prosperity despite concerns over whether the State will continue to tap the huge tax revenues from the multinationals.

Funding for Core Bus Corridor procurement and network redesign for BusConnects Cork has also been secured

EU called on not to give in to pressure from major car manufacturers to water down its transport targets

A €9 monthly public transport ticket, phased increases in social welfare, and an emergency fund to restore derelict houses are among measures sought by Labour as part of its alternative budget.

The authority is also tailoring adverts for specific age cohorts, the Oireachtas transport committee was told

Cars are now 300kg heavier than they were since the beginning of the century, which is a problem for emissions, pedestrian safety, and road infrastructure, expert says

Concerns raised over financial and environmental cost of practice

The United Auto Workers will expand its strikes against Detroit car makers General Motors and Chrysler and Fiat parent Stellantis, but has made real progress in talks with Ford, the union has said.

Here’s a trade secret when it comes to writing columns. Beginning with a definition is tantamount to waving a white flag. A bad sign. It suggests the box of ideas is empty, and the column-ideas shop has a ‘closed’ sign in the window.

Industry group Airlines for Europe said it was pleased with the modification, arguing that carriers should be free to set prices

Two readers offer first-hand perspectives on healthcare for older people in Ireland, while other readers consider issues including public sector pay, transport, and peace in the Middle East

The city's first "Car Free Day" will see the closure of Patrick Street, North Main Street, Cornmarket Street, Castle Street and Adelaide Street this Saturday until noon until 6.30pm

Nearly two-thirds (64%) of those living in Cork City strongly agree that Cork must transform into a more sustainable, climate-neutral and resilient place to live and work, according to a new survey.

Almost €20m was deducted from contractual payments due to public transport companies last year as a result of their failure to meet minimum performance standards. The National Transport Authority has confirmed that it withheld over €19.

Even before the European Union targeted imports of cheap Chinese electric vehicles, their makers faced another big challenge: winning over consumers who don’t know or necessarily trust their brands.

A Tipperary councillor has lashed out at road safety officials for not implementing plans for a bypass of Thurles, asking how many more lives need to be lost before the plan moves forward.

The Department of Transport underspent its budget by almost €200m in the first six months of this year, the majority of which concerns public transport projects and road safety.

According to Seán Sherlock, Bus Éireann has told affected parents it is precluded from increasing bus sizes or adding extra buses for concessionary pupils

Additional commuter services between Cork and Mallow are also being suggested

Report predicts increased tidal and river flooding will speed up coastal erosion and flood homes and businesses never previously impacted