A confectionery company that was established two years ago has seen its turnover balloon from zero to in excess of €4 million, based on one simple idea.

HUNDREDS of small businesses are facing losses of around €28 million as Musgrave takes over control of Superquinn.

THOUSANDS of jobs have been put at risk at some smaller suppliers who delivered close to €28 million in goods to Superquinn, as the receiver does not have funds to pay them.

A man faced a court today charged with possession of a knife at a secondary school, police said.