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Transport minister criticises RSA for not saying more after fatal M9 collision

Minister Darragh O’Brien says the RSA needs to ‘get its act together’ when it comes to driving test wait times.

Oil Prices

Oil prices jump after Iran says it hit 20 US vessels trying to pass Strait of Hormuz

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Normal service resumes at Dublin Airport after UK air traffic control issue caused 'upheaval'

Legal aid dispute

Law Society asks minister to consider 'independent mediator' to resolve solicitors' strike

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Must Readget your act together

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BreakingIrish sea

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Power Struggle

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Flight Cancellations

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energy costs

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