Jenny Rispin is a player that stands out. In a fortnight that’s seen the dual star dilemma raise its ugly head again for Cork, Rispin and the Meath ladies footballers have been furrowing away under the radar ahead of today’s All-Ireland qualifier in Semple Stadium (3pm, live on TG4).

A GARDA action plan to make elderly residents feel safe in their homes and communities was rolled out across the country.

Ireland’s ageing population was celebrated today as President Mary McAleese paid tribute to a generation who lived through recessions and depressions.