National News from Tuesday, June 30th, 2026

Taoiseach Defends Hospitality VAT Cut, Despite IMF Warnings

The rate will reduce from 13.5% to 9% at midnight
Jury For Alleged Dublin Stabbing Incident In 2023 Begins Deliberations

Judge Mr Justice Tony Hunt has asked the nine men and three women to put all emotions firmly to one side
Kildare Sees Third Highest Number Of Complaints Against Lawyers In 2025

The Legal Services Regulatory Authority (LSRA) received 1,788 complaints in 2025, an increase of 21% on the previous year
Local Senator Says New Planning Guidelines Will Improve "Restrictive" Nature Of Kildare Applications

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Draft planning guidelines would allow homeowners build a second one-off house on family land to facilitate downsizing, while simplifying planning rules and reducing red tape.
Man Arrested In Connection With Mosque Fire In Dublin

The fire was brought under control, and Gardaí are continuing their investigation into the incident.
Cabinet Set To Extend Fuel Cuts This Morning

They had to been due to expire at the end of July
Teenager Dies Following Overnight Road Crash In Carlow Town

The single-vehicle collision happened at around 9pm.

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