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2022

Explainer: What does Ireland's new public holiday actually mean for workers and employers?

For the vast bulk of workers within the State, a new public holiday will entitle them to an extra day’s paid leave.

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Jan 20th 2022, 3:57 PM

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Want to head along to some live sport over the long weekend?

Whether you’re into Mini-Marathons, full Marathons or open water swimming, Ireland has just the thing over the next three days.

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May 30th 2014, 8:21 AM