Shoppers are expected to storm the high streets today, as many stores open their doors for the St Stephens' Day sales.

The Road Safety Authority is reminding motorists that St Stephens’ Day is one of the busiest on the roads and is urging them to take extra care while driving.

Finance Minister Brian Lenihan today confirmed he would undergo treatment to remove cancerous tissue in his pancreas.

Luke Fitzgerald will start for the injured Shane Horgan in Leinster's Magner's League date with Ulster at The RDS on St Stephens' Day, kick-off at 3pm.

Harchibald, ante-post favourite for the Smurfit Champion Hurdle, looks set to reappear at Kempton over the Christmas period.