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'I flew my mother in from South America': How our readers are managing childcare this summer
Parents broke down the eye-watering sums needed for the summer, with some families deciding to take unpaid leave during the break due to a lack of options.
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20th July 2026
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12th July 2026 - 18th July 2026
The Morning Lead
Burnham wants to make Manchester the second seat of power. Could that happen in Ireland?
A 2023 report called Ireland one of the most centralised countries in Europe, putting us only above Hungary, Russia and Moldova.
Complaint
Data watchdog probes whether Eir signed customers up to deals without approval
It is alleged this resulted in debts accruing on the accounts of some customers.
slane castle gigCountry music star Luke Combs headlines Slane this weekend - here's all you need to know
occupied territoriesGovernment's Occupied Territories Bill passes amid criticism over lack of ban on services
legal aid rowOf 260 solicitors polled by the Law Society, just three are working under new legal aid scheme
GalwayE-scooter rider who died in hospital after collision in Salthill over the weekend named locally
This month
July 2026
The 9 at 9
The 9 at 9
Dún Laoghaire shooting, garda helicopter plans stall and England’s manic World Cup win in Mexico City.
MaternityEx-master of Holles Street warns of potentially 'catastrophic' outcomes in new birth guidelines
North Dublin
Council launches probe into developer as homeowners left without vital EV charging points
Residents have argued that planning conditions required ‘all’ car park spaces to have the capability to charge an EV.
The Morning Lead
Some restaurants are now trimming prices after getting a VAT cut - but most aren't
“Each business will decide for themselves what to do,” the head of the Restaurants Association of Ireland said.
ExplainerThere's a new plan for one-off housing - will it make it easier for locals to build in their area?
Last month
June 2026
N25
This controversial speed camera in Kilkenny has resulted in 30,000 fines in a single year
The road has a reputation as a treacherous route, but a growing number of motorists believe they are picking up penalty points unfairly.
Out foreign
'It's rotten': Irish people across Europe are sweltering in record-breaking heat
Red alerts have been issued for cities across the continent.
