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Talbot Street
Man (40s) arrested after fire at Islamic prayer hall in Dublin city centre
Gardaí are investigating an incident of criminal damage by fire at a premises on Talbot Street.
Oil Prices
Current excise reductions on petrol and diesel to stay in place until 1 September
Stade
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legal aid
Justice minister ups flat legal aid fee for solicitors to €520 after week of court disruption
fatal collision
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legal aid
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Talbot Street
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