<p>Garda Commissioner Drew Harris said he wanted women to have confidence that the Gardai are protecting them from violence.</p>

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At least 21 serving gardaí have had barring orders issued against them

The number of officers subject to such orders is unkown — and they could still be working on domestic violence cases

<p>The current bye-laws state that any person found guilty of an offence relating to the consumption of alcohol in a public place can be served an on-the-spot fine of €75. File picture: Eddie O'Hare</p>

munster

Cork City proposes hiking fine for public drinking to €2,500

Proposed rules would also empower gardaí to presume that any drinks container being used on city streets contains alcohol

<p>Limerick councillor Elisa O’Donovan has experienced all kinds of abuse online and wants to see action taken to stamp it out.</p>

politics

Joyce Fegan: More regulation needed to root out online abusers of politicians

The overwhelming call from the National Women’s Council webinar is for social media companies to step up and start protecting women online. They also believe men need to be involved in the conversation around online abuse

Cecelia Ahern: I discovered why older women felt invisible — the advertisers weren’t interested

fashion and beauty

Cecelia Ahern: I discovered why older women felt invisible — the advertisers weren’t interested

Louise O'Neill: Jesy Nelson, 'blackfishing' accusations, apologies, and cancel culture

Funky Douglas home will strike a chord with creatives

residential

Funky Douglas home will strike a chord with creatives

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soccer

Uefa favours Ireland joint bid for Euro 2028 as 2030 World Cup hopes 'over'

Brian Cox

culture

Brian Cox: 'I'm not a capitalist - so I see the wealthy all finally hoisted by their own petard'

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Number of patients on hospital waiting lists climbs to 910,000

NTPF figures also show that some 650,000 people are awaiting their first outpatient appointment

Munster's Keith Earls 29/8/2020

Munster rugby legend Keith Earls reveals he has bipolar disorder

Suspended sentence for abusing a child is 'beyond belief'

Suspended sentence for abusing a child is 'beyond belief'

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One winner of €220m EuroMillions jackpot

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Weekend racing tips: Inchiquin Star can make weight allowances tell

One Group and one listed race top the bill on Saturday's card in Leopardstown, but the nap comes in the Hazel Avenue Nursery which can go the way of Inchiquin Star.

Republic of Ireland Women Squad Announcement

Vera Pauw will support any protest planned by Ireland women

Aaron Greene celebrates scoring their second goal 15/10/2021

Shamrock Rovers dominate Sligo to move a step closer to title glory

A view of a ball during the warm-up 1/3/2019

Drogheda United relegate Longford Town

Lifestyle

Wheels & Deals: Cupra Born ready to shake up Irish EV market

Wheels & Deals: Cupra Born ready to shake up Irish EV market

Cupra’s first all-electric vehicle stands out with styling that challenges the status quo, a 500km-plus electric range and a chassis designed to stimulate the senses.

Too lazy to get out of bed, a woman covers her face with a pillow

Tips and products to help you get the best night's sleep possible

Wedding of the Week: G'day turns into a great day for Tom and Joe

Wedding of the Week: G'day turns into a great day for Tom and Joe

Six things we learned about workwear from ieStyle Live 2021

Six things we learned about workwear from ieStyle Live 2021

Business

Stock prices fall

European stock markets post best week in seven months

European banks recovered all their pandemic losses, US banks have surged to record highs, while retailers, oil and gas and travel stocks all rose

FILE PHOTO Authorities say the volume of goods coming into Ireland from the UK has dropped to 50% since Brexit END

Irish exports down €1.6bn in first eight months of 2021

Car Stock

Toyota cuts global car production targets by 15%

Business survey shows Irish firms pass Covid-19 'stress test'

Business survey shows Irish firms pass Covid-19 'stress test'

Property

House-hunters are queuing to view this American-style Kinsale home

House-hunters are queuing to view this American-style Kinsale home

Coolkirky is a light-filled spacious home

Over 50 objections lodged against Cobblestone hotel plan

Over 50 objections lodged against Cobblestone hotel plan

An Old Post Office-turned-home has a tree worthy of a Terrence Malick movie

An Old Post Office-turned-home has a tree worthy of a Terrence Malick movie

Young woman cleaning up smelly garbage in the park

Clever hacks to keep bins clean, stink-free and looking snazzy

Viewpoints

CC STUDENT PROTEST

Mick Clifford: Twitter's righteous anger makes democracy the big loser

THIS week there was a perfect example of how some elements of public life are conducted in a manner that is unhealthy for democracy. It involved a spat between a student leader and the chief executive of Dublin City Council.

The Mick Clifford Podcast: One Object at a time - Tara Shine on changing how we live

The Mick Clifford Podcast: One Object at a time - Tara Shine on changing how we live

Online Young Teen

Alex Cooney: How to stop the endless scrolling on your phone

Team of medical staff in personal protective equipment walking in hospital corridor

Changing nature of Covid-19 means next steps are never straightforward

our columnists

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Alison O'Connor: Carers discuss the post-pandemic world they want for patients

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World

Conservative Party Conference

Patel orders immediate review of MPs’ security following David Amess killing

British home secretary Priti Patel has ordered an immediate review of MPs’ security following the killing of Sir David Amess while meeting constituents.

China Space

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Biden administration asks Supreme Court to block Texas abortion law

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