National News from Wednesday, August 27th, 2025

School Secretaries And Caretakers Set To Strike As Talks Stall

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Discussions are paused for now, and the union has been asked to remain available for further talks this evening.
BAM Under Fire As Contractors Halve At Children’s Hospital Site

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MacNeill won't confirm if there will be further delays, but says the work isn't being done in a "logical and sequential way":
FAI Launches Voluntary Redundancy Programme Amid Restructure Plans

The organisation's aims are to modernise how Irish football is delivered to align with its future objectives, to accelerate internal culture change and introduce specialist skillsets.
Fatal Crash Involving Crane And Two Vans Near Edenderry Sparks Garda Witness Appeal

The crash happened shortly after 6 o’clock on the R401 at Drumcooly, near Edenderry. It involved a crane and two vans.
"More Pressure" For Locals As Regulator Approves Hike In Network Charges, Adding €29 To Annual Bills

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Darragh Cassidy from Bonkers.ie says it's more pressure for customers.
Patients Informed After Pre-Cancerous Cell Tests Mislabelled At Drogheda Hospital

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A review is being carried out as part of an 'open disclosure' process into the work of one consultant at the hospital.
Emergency Services Respond To Serious Collision Involving Crane And Two Vehicles Near Edenderry

The road remains closed and diversions are in place.

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