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Many students have to commute to college rather than pay Dublin rents
A UCD student from Kildare says he's spending up to six hours a day commuting in and out of college.
A new survey shows two thirds of students at the University are paying more than €750 a month in rent.
That's almost twice the national student average, meaning many are choosing to live at home if they can.
Student Alex Connell has a long commute every day from his home in Carbury;
New Appeals System For Asylum Seekers Comes Into Effect
The Tribunal for Asylum and Returns Appeals will replace the current system, and the Government is committing to making a decision on applications in three months or less.
Bord Bia Review Published In Light Of Controversy Surrounding Brazilian Beef Importation
It follows protests in February after it emerged that Larry Murrin, chair of Bord Bia, leads a company that has imported Brazilian beef for use in some of its products.
KCC Report Reveals North Vs South Divide In Kildare
A new report released by Kildare County Council has detailed employment, job types and key towns, as well as expected future growth across the county.
Kildare TD Highlights Difficulties Faced By Wheelchair Users In Curragh School
He requested for the Taoiseach follow up with the Minister for Education
"A Fall Every Week" : Mayor Of Naas Calls For Alterations To Kilcullen Road
It follows a previous report identifying weaknesses there, including trips and falls by members of the public, amid calls to alter the road
Local TD Accepts Data Centres Are A "Particular Issue" In Ireland
It comes as Fianna Fáil and Kildare North TD Naoise O Cearúil has been appointed as chairperson of the Oireachtas Artificial Intelligence Committee
Kildare Dog Shortlisted For Bravest Pet Award
Ranger was the only finalist representing Kildare and one of just three pets shortlisted in the Bravest Pet category
Kildare Senior Football Team vs Kerry
The Four Standby players are Ben McCormack, Callum Bolton, Sam Doran and Jack McKevitt. Preview Friday evening @ 6.25pm. Commentary tomorrow in association with Hanlon Concrete, Robertstown.
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