The employers’ union Ibec has accused Siptu of “a pattern of misrepresentation” of the facts of the bitter Vita Cortex dispute.

Former President Mary Robinson is on a shortlist drawn up for the 2010 Tipperary International Peace Award, it was revealed today.

Former President Mary Robinson is reportedly among a number of high-profile names being tipped to become the first president of the European Council.

Former President Mary Robinson has commended the bravery of those affected by homicide at a Remembrance Day for victims, in Limerick.

The families and friends of those who have died through homicide are holding a remembrance day today for those killed.

Former President Mary Robinson will give the address at the annual Michael Collins Commemoration in Co Cork later today.

Former President Mary Robinson has been awarded the highest civilian honour in the United States - the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Former President Mary Robinson has been honoured with an international award in Switzerland.

Former President Mary Robinson will be awarded one of Switzerland’s most prestigious prizes, it was revealed today.

Former President Mary Robinson today warned world leaders that they have an obligation to tackle the global food crisis.

Former President Mary Robinson has helped launch a massive vaccine scheme that could save millions of lives from killer diseases.

Former President Mary Robinson today highlighted the importance of health as a human right.

Former President Mary Robinson is urging Irish aid agencies to carry out further research on the Moringa tree.

The Tánaiste, Mary Harney, has defended the Irish work permit system after it was severely criticised by speakers at an Immigrant Council conference in Dublin yesterday.

Former President Mary Robinson today announced she is stepping down as United Nations Commissioner for Human Rights, saying she thought she could do more outside the ‘‘restraints’’ of the UN.