National News from Wednesday, January 21st, 2026

Kildare Labour TD Late To Own Dail Motion On Commuter Delays After Being Caught In Traffic

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However, the motion was meant to be brought forward by Kildare South Labour TD Mark Wall, who was unable to make it into the chamber.
Minister Says Talks With Local Authorities On Childcare Locations Underway As Details Remain Unclear

Minister for Children Norma Foley says she is currently in talks with local authorities about potential locations, though nothing is officially confirmed.
Kildare Councillors Asked To Support No Confidence Motion In RSA

President of the IRHA, Ger Hyland believes unless there is a change to the RSA, the driving test backlog and rising death toll on the roads will continue.
State Deports 25 Sex Offenders Since Launch Of Operation Moonridge

It aims to identify and deport non-Irish nationals convicted of sexual crimes.
Appeal After Man Threatens Staff With Screwdriver During Naas Robbery

A male entered the store, purchased a scratchcard, then reached over the counter and threatened staff with a screwdriver.
Parents Being Asked To Fund Basics As Maynooth Special School Faces Major Funding Deficit

Raising the issue in the Dáil, Kildare North Fianna Fail TD Naoise Ó Cearúil warned the school cannot continue under current arrangements.

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