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# initiative

England to wear player names on jerseys for Autumn Nations Series

They play Argentina, Japan, New Zealand and South Africa over the coming weeks.

6.4k

Oct 28th 2022, 11:53 AM

# wig grant

Thousands of people with alopecia can benefit from €500 grant to buy wig

The government grant will go to people who suffer hair loss due to illness.

16.4k

May 25th 2022, 2:55 PM

All time

# dog fouling

Dog fouling drops over 50% in Galway after spray paint trial

Volunteers sprayed dog excrement in pink paint to highlight the issue.

78.0k

Aug 19th 2021, 9:59 AM

# initiative

The Irishman aiming to help combat football’s dementia crisis

Former League of Ireland footballer Mark Herrick is the co-founder of Headrite Sports.

28.7k

Jan 1st 2021, 8:00 AM

# initiative

Bohemians donate jersey profits to advocacy group calling for end to Direct Provision

The initiative runs until Thursday, 18 June.

3.9k

Jun 15th 2020, 11:01 AM

# initiative

Paul Pogba launches own anti-racism protest

The France international was subjected to abuse on social media at the start of the season.

9.2k

Dec 27th 2019, 8:07 PM

# initiative

French rugby set to trial revolutionary tackle law changes

World Rugby chief executive officer Brett Gosper says outcomes could be released in 12 months’ time.

11.3k

Mar 19th 2019, 10:41 PM

# initiative

Teenager Sancho saluted for realising his talent would be wasted at Man City

The talented youngster took the brave decision to head for Germany in 2017.

8.3k

Oct 13th 2018, 3:23 PM

# banking standards board

Here's how banks plan to 'rebuild trust' after the tracker mortgage scandal

The initiative has been welcomed by Minister Paschal Donohoe today.

22.5k

Dec 31st 2017, 1:41 PM

# initiative

Man United to aid football development in Saudi Arabia

The Red Devils will lend business and sporting expertise to clubs and sporting organisations in the country.

5.0k

Oct 19th 2017, 8:43 PM

# initiative

Shamrock Rovers receive €180,000 support from FAI for new academy

The Football Association of Ireland has approved funding for the initiative.

4.2k

Sep 15th 2017, 2:12 PM

# initiative

One of Dublin's most famous schoolboy clubs to be part of new U15 National League

St Kevin’s Boys will be one of the 24 sides competing in a shortened season set to begin in August.

9.7k

Jul 3rd 2017, 2:08 PM

# Innovation

Introducing Kickabout, the new app aiming to change the way 5-a-side football is organised

Gary O’Toole chats to The42 about his acclaimed initiative.

11.8k

Jan 14th 2017, 9:00 AM

# initiative

History made in Italy as Serie B ref awards first-ever green card

Officials for the Italian second tier announced at the beginning of the season that the player shown the most cards for fair play will receive an award

18.8k

Oct 10th 2016, 1:24 PM

# Shindig

Want to go for some afternoon tea at the Shelbourne FC?

The club say “everyone is welcome” to their tea party with a twist.

4.9k

Feb 9th 2015, 8:38 PM

# joint initiative

Are the British and Irish armies teaming up?

A new agreement aims to bring about greater cooperation between the two armies.

20.7k

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Jan 19th 2015, 1:12 PM

# Suicide Prevention

After 29 deaths by suicide, Samaritan signs are going up at all railway station platforms

It’s hoped the signs will encourage people to seek help from the Samaritans if they need someone to talk to.

6.5k

Jan 12th 2015, 10:04 AM

# Have your say

Should football follow ice hockey's example by naming and shaming divers?

The NHL in America has brought in new anti-diving legislation in an attempt to address the issue.

2.1k

Dec 19th 2014, 2:01 PM

# initiative

Here's how one GAA club is promoting health and mental wellbeing

18 clubs, including Castleblayney Faughs, currently participate in the GAA Healthy Club Project.

5.7k

Dec 8th 2014, 7:47 PM

# initiative

Football can provide an escape for kids growing up in parts of the world ravaged by war and poverty

Former Irish football manager Brian Kerr is hoping Irish people get behind the Gaza Kids to Ireland project

7.1k

Nov 2nd 2014, 10:00 AM

# initiative

7-year olds in Gaza have suffered three wars and yet they're still trying to play football

Brian Kerr and Trevor Hogan have launched a new initiative to bring children from Gaza to Ireland to play football.

6.7k

Oct 29th 2014, 3:10 PM

# initiative

UCD ladies team set to compete in Asian GAA tournament

The event is a nine-a-side competition covering 200 matches, run over two days.

3.6k

Sep 10th 2014, 11:33 AM

# USI

Students encouraged to get talking about mental health

College can be fun – but it can also be stressful, so students are being encouraged to prioritise their mental wellbeing.

7.6k

Nov 11th 2013, 4:59 PM

# Mortgages

Irish Banking Federation agrees new initiative to help distressed borrowers

The new initiative is designed to help people struggling with their debt to stay in their homes.

5.5k

Jan 31st 2013, 8:07 AM

# Homeless

Radical initiative see charities leasing flats for homeless in Cork

The plan will enable people to move on from homelessness to suitable and affordable housing – as well as ensuring others will not have to sleep on the streets.

6.5k

Dec 18th 2012, 7:25 AM

# initiative

FAI launch €99 student season ticket scheme

The organisation are offering a season ticket for games including a number of Ireland matches and the FAI Ford Cup Final.

689

Sep 27th 2011, 2:09 PM