The Minister of State at the Department of Transport announced a major capital funding grant for Cork Airport this morning.
Cork Airport will receive almost €5.5m under the Regional Airports Programme 2021-2025.
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The Ukrainian President says Russian troops have begun their new offensive in the east of the country.
Military officials in Ukraine say Moscow's focusing on the Donestsk and Luhansk regions - with fighting also intensifying in Kharkiv.
Seven people died in missile attacks in the western city, Lviv, which had been a refuge for many fleeing besieged cities further east.
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There are calls for a €27 increase in social welfare payments, to deal with the current cost of living.
Social Justice Ireland says welfare rates and pensions must be re-examined in the next Budget.
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Online charity CyberSafeKids has launched a new campaign, encouraging parents to monitor their children's online behaviour.
The "Same Rules Apply" campaign aims to promote the same level of parenting both on and off the internet.
