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Irish Examiner view: Issues reflect whole of society

One of the greatest steps taken in opening up Irish society was Donagh O’Malley’s 1966 decision to make secondary education free — a move which contributed greatly to Ireland’s development in subsequent decades by bringing an end to an era when ...

Thu, 25 May, 2023

Cork rents rise in contrast with other parts of country

RENTS in Cork city have risen strongly in the past year, in sharp contrast to other parts of the country where they have fallen or remained unchanged.

Tue, 16 Aug, 2011

Almost 1,700 students wait six months for grant

ALMOST 1,700 students are still waiting for payment of their grants for more than six months, the Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has claimed.

Tue, 30 Mar, 2010

Student grant costs vary widely

THE cost of processing student grants ranges from just €70 to almost €500 per application, according to figures from nearly half of the grant-awarding bodies.

Wed, 09 Dec, 2009