My research into St Brigid mentioned not only dairy but also honey and the tradition of eating a big plate of floury boiled potatoes slathered in rich homemade butter on St Brigid’s Day or St Brigid’s Eve.

This week’s online and in the shops.

Ryanair has defended its handling of medical emergencies on its planes after two passengers on one flight suffered apparent cardiac emergencies and staff were without defibrillators or CPR training.