Person: Tom O’Callaghan

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A day in the life of a Ford factory employee in 1950's Cork [video]

What was life on the Ford production line in Cork like? Here, John Brennan, who worked in the factory from 1948 to 1952, gives a vivid insight into his job.

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Study proves grass-fed herds are healthier

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Will farmers gain from IFA governance restructuring?

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VIDEO: Revoking of gun licence behind 7-hour armed siege by 89-year-old farmer

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Firearm discharged from house in Co Cork

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Ukraine agri has potential despite conflict

Postmasters demand action to ensure network survives

The Irish Postmasters’ Union campaign demanding that the Government produce an action plan to ensure the sustainability of the Post Office network will continue tonight with a public rally in Co Clare.

Thu, 20 Feb, 2014

AIL round-up: 'Hinch and Dublin University tied at the top

Ballynahinch and Dublin University are locked together on 26 points at the top of Division 1B after both making it six wins out of six this afternoon.

Sat, 17 Nov, 2012

Ulster Bank League Division 1B round-up

Malone have taken over from UCD at the top of the Division 1B following their 60-3 demolition of Ulster rivals Ballymena this afternoon.

Sat, 06 Oct, 2012

ICOS ready for new era of local empowerment

The Irish Co-operative Organisation Society has named Seamus O’Donohoe as its new chief executive officer.

Thu, 19 Apr, 2012

End of quotas a great opportunity for dairy farmers, says ICOS chief

Dairy farming is entering an era of great opportunity with the end of quota restrictions in 2015, says incoming Irish Co-operative Organisation Society chief executive Seamus O’Donohoe.

Wed, 11 Apr, 2012

Top three all lose in Ulster Bank Division 1B

In a stunning run of results, the top three teams in Division 1B all suffered defeats today with Belfast Harlequins’ lead now standing at four points with just three rounds remaining.

Sat, 24 Mar, 2012

ICOS to promote role of €12bn co-operative sector in recovery

THE Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS) plans to encourage the creation of new co-operatives among a range of initiatives over the coming year.

Wed, 11 Jan, 2012

Family doctor visits to be free by 2015

ATTENDING the family doctor will be free from 2015, according to the minister with responsibility for primary care.

Fri, 18 Nov, 2011

Dairy sector expansion plans ‘will cost farmers less than quota spend’

AMBITIOUS plans to expand the dairy sector will cost farmers less than half of the €825 million they spent buying quota over the past 20 years, the Irish Co-Operative Organisation Society (ICOS) has said.

Thu, 03 Nov, 2011

Young farmers to be trained as dairy leaders

YOUNG farmers are to be trained on how to become future leaders in the €3 billion Irish dairy industry.

Mon, 31 Oct, 2011

Milk prices comparable with EU but seasonality hits returns

DAIRY farmers get a good price for milk compared to their EU counterparts, but are hit in terms of return per litre due to the seasonality of the current product mix, according to the ICOS dairy industry review group.

Tue, 07 Jun, 2011

Partnerships with overseas co-ops likely to figure in IDB five-year plan

PARTNERSHIPS with giant overseas co-ops and the sale of under-performing subsidiaries are likely to figure in a new five-year strategy document which the Irish Dairy Board (IDB) is expected to publish in March.

Thu, 10 Feb, 2011

Event to focus on improving athlete care and participation levels in sport

A UNIQUE sporting event aimed at improving athlete care and community sports participation will be held in Mitchelstown, Co Cork, this weekend.

Wed, 19 Jan, 2011

New ICOS chief executive brings wealth of international experience

THE Irish Co-operative Organisation Society (ICOS) has appointed Tom O’Callaghan as chief executive.

Tue, 18 Jan, 2011

GPs demand to know complaint that sparked inquiry

MALLOW GPs have demanded to know the nature of the complaint which has initiated an investigation into Mallow General Hospital (MGH).

Thu, 12 Aug, 2010