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National Children’s Hospital shambles should warn us about future projects – Tadgh McNally

The NCH saga is far from over as it misses its 18th deadline. But we should be looking ahead to the way Ireland does tendering and procurement of major projects such as Metrolink

<p>The proposed €80m eastern multi-modal access interchange at the Glanmire Road roundabout.</p>

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Port of Cork submits landmark planning application for a ‘critical step’ in the future regeneration of Tivoli

<p>Both the M3 and the M7/M8 brought in roughly €29m in toll income with around €65,000 in change left behind in plaza buckets. File picture: Denis Minihane</p>

companies

Drivers leave €300,000 at toll booths after driving away without change

Bus Éireann fined €735k for late buses in Cork City alone

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Bus Éireann fined €735k for late buses in Cork City alone

I followed my dreams of learning to drive a bus — it has been a bumpy ride

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I followed my dreams of learning to drive a bus — it has been a bumpy ride

Traffic jam with a row of cars on a highway during rush hour in the evening after work. red brake lights of stopped cars on the

politics

Cabinet to consider range of options to reduce traffic gridlock

METROLINK; MINISTER EAMON RYAN TD

€200m spent on Dublin Metrolink despite no substantial building works starting

The beleaguered project, which would see an underground service running from Charlemont to Swords via Dublin Airport, has been beset by delays, complaints, and judicial reviews

Sun, 01 Mar, 2026

Future Cork: Stadiums like Páirc Uí Chaoimh should be seen as municipal arenas, says Taoiseach

Future Cork: Stadiums like Páirc Uí Chaoimh should be seen as municipal arenas, says Taoiseach

Micheál Martin said Cork should harness Virgin Media Park, Turner's Cross, and the 'extraordinary facility' at Páirc Uí Chaoimh

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

Frequent N40 crashes causing traffic chaos across Cork city

Frequent N40 crashes causing traffic chaos across Cork city

Minister and councillors call for crash data review, faster vehicle removal and stronger Garda presence on Cork’s N40

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Future Cork: €353m Docklands investment driving Cork housing and infrastructure growth

Future Cork: €353m Docklands investment driving Cork housing and infrastructure growth

Massive Docklands investment, new housing and public realm upgrades are reshaping Cork, but transport and flood risks remain pressing challenges

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

'Opportunity' for Youghal-Midleton rail link to be included in revised transport strategy for Cork

'Opportunity' for Youghal-Midleton rail link to be included in revised transport strategy for Cork

Passenger trains from Midleton to Youghal were discontinued in 1963, while freight trains continued to use the line until 1982.

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

Aer Lingus to add flights on Cork to Glasgow route this summer

Aer Lingus to add flights on Cork to Glasgow route this summer

Aer Lingus has also expanded its European network from Cork with the introduction of new routes to Nice and Santiago de Compostela, beginning May 2 and June 1 respectively

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Drone deliveries in Cork: 'We're the only one that makes money, not Amazon, not Google'

Drone deliveries in Cork: 'We're the only one that makes money, not Amazon, not Google'

Manna founder champions Ireland as a drone delivery leader, launching a Cork pilot while scaling global growth and — uniquely — making a profit on every delivery

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Terry Prone: A scheduling error led to my most fun day in weeks

S Terry Prone: A scheduling error led to my most fun day in weeks

I went to Cork for no reason last week and immediately came back

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Emma deSouza: So much more needs to be done to support rural resettlement

Emma deSouza: So much more needs to be done to support rural resettlement

It is a privilege to be a part of a rural community, but it's not without its challenges

Mon, 23 Feb, 2026

Movies, fast food and tailgating among 160 complaints from learner drivers about instructors

Movies, fast food and tailgating among 160 complaints from learner drivers about instructors

Road Safety Authority (RSA) received complaints about instructors including inappropriate behaviour such as sexualised comments and a racial slur

Sun, 22 Feb, 2026

Dublin Taxi

Government has 'no intention' of allowing rideshare apps to address taxi shortage, minister says

Transport minister Darragh O'Brien was responding to research which highlighted supply shortage in the taxi sector

Thu, 19 Feb, 2026

Major boost for Cork road projects expected in Government announcement

Major boost for Cork road projects expected in Government announcement

Cork expected to be given funding for projects such as the Cork to Ringaskiddy road, Innishannon bypass, the Mallow relief road, and safety works in Carrigaline

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026

Fears of summer travel chaos as Cork Airport airspace closed for seven hours

Fears of summer travel chaos as Cork Airport airspace closed for seven hours

Air traffic control staffing shortages and industrial tensions raise concern over further airport closures during peak summer travel season

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Staff shortages in air traffic control led to closure of Cork's airspace

Staff shortages in air traffic control led to closure of Cork's airspace

AirNav Ireland, which is responsible for air traffic control at the airport, apologised for the inconvenience

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Cabinet briefing - Dublin

'Difficult challenge' to bar scrambler bikes from public roads, says justice minister

Scramblers remain legal to own in Ireland, and restricting their importation would require engagement with the European Commission

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Large Tourist Bus Travels Fast In The City

NTA has spent an 'astounding' €35m on contactless payment system due in 2028

Cork councillor says it is an 'astounding sum to be spent' on a system which public transport users will not see for another two years

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Mark Hehir interview

Irish bus driver sacked after chasing thief hopes employers realise they 'got it wrong'

An employment tribunal has upheld the decision to sack London bus driver, and Limerick native, Mark Hehir.

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Government to examine licensing and sale of scrambler bikes amid crackdown

Government to examine licensing and sale of scrambler bikes amid crackdown

Ministers say a new ban on scramblers in public spaces will remove ambiguity for gardaí and strengthen enforcement

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

Cork council to urge Government to change transport policy to include Midleton-Youghal rail link

Cork council to urge Government to change transport policy to include Midleton-Youghal rail link

Advocates say service is vital to cater for increased housing in the East Cork and West Waterford regions, and to reduce traffic gridlock on the N25 main Cork-Waterford road

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

Grace Lynch death

Campaigners blast Government for dragging heels on scrambler bike ban

Road Safety Group says it should not have taken the death of a teenager for the Government to look at implementing regulations legislated for in 2023

Wed, 28 Jan, 2026

A bus that goes where you ask it to — service being piloted in Limerick, Kerry, and Mayo

A bus that goes where you ask it to — service being piloted in Limerick, Kerry, and Mayo

On-demand shuttle buses and safer cycling show promise, but a cultural shift and investment are still needed

Thu, 22 Jan, 2026

Less than a quarter of journeys into Cork City made via sustainable methods

Less than a quarter of journeys into Cork City made via sustainable methods

75% of journeys into the city were by car, with just 23% via sustainable transport

Thu, 15 Jan, 2026

Transport agency to meet Cork delegation over repeated accidents at dangerous N20 junctions

Transport agency to meet Cork delegation over repeated accidents at dangerous N20 junctions

County councillors increasingly concerned about almost daily accidents on N20 junctions between Rathduff, on the northern outskirts of Cork City, and Charleville

Wed, 14 Jan, 2026

Trump

Irish Examiner view: The impact of Trump’s many whims

These are truly uncertain times

Thu, 08 Jan, 2026

Remote working: Employers should work with staff but they cannot solve traffic jams

Remote working: Employers should work with staff but they cannot solve traffic jams

Denis O’Brien caused a stir when he hit out at remote working. While Damien McCarthy does not concur with all of Mr O'Brien's points, he welcomes a rare voice speaking up for employers

Mon, 05 Jan, 2026

School bus

Tipperary parents furious after special school transport cancelled on New Year’s Eve

Families were left distraught after being told disability school transport was cancelled, before Bus Éireann reversed the decision following pressure

Sun, 04 Jan, 2026

Getting Cork commuters to cycle would not reduce 'deeply-rooted car dependency', study finds

Getting Cork commuters to cycle would not reduce 'deeply-rooted car dependency', study finds

Transport study finds growth in cycling comes at the expense of walking and public transport rather than cars

Thu, 25 Dec, 2025

TD 'frustrated' at slow rollout out of contactless payments on public transport

TD 'frustrated' at slow rollout out of contactless payments on public transport

Cork South-Central TD Jerry Buttimer said tap and pay is about making public transport easier for people

Sun, 21 Dec, 2025

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Uber wants to disrupt Ireland's taxi regulation. Here's how and why it's being resisted

Uber's ‘platform economy’ mission is being met with resistance in Ireland and elsewhere. DARRAGH GOLDEN unravels the story behind the recent Dublin and Cork taxi protests

Mon, 15 Dec, 2025

Irish Rail looking to add more carriages to 'crammed' Midleton service

Irish Rail looking to add more carriages to 'crammed' Midleton service

No plans to extend car park at busy station

Sun, 07 Dec, 2025

Accelerating Infrastructure launch

ieExplains: The Government's 'Accelerating Infrastructure' plan

Most actions are scheduled to be completed by the end of 2026, with some expected to be done in 2027

Wed, 03 Dec, 2025

Infrastructure is the battleground this Government cannot afford to lose

Infrastructure is the battleground this Government cannot afford to lose

The Coalition’s ambitious infrastructure overhaul promises faster delivery of major projects, but legal risks and EU constraints could undermine progress

Wed, 03 Dec, 2025

Judicial review into Dublin’s Metrolink begins today

Judicial review into Dublin’s Metrolink begins today

Controversial review is listed for a 'motion of notice' on High Court's planning and environment list

Mon, 01 Dec, 2025

Charleville traffic plan to be unveiled at meeting on Saturday

Charleville traffic plan to be unveiled at meeting on Saturday

Public consultation takes place from 10am to 5pm — and people who cannot attend in person can contribute online

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

Government defends removal of 2:1 ratio of spending on public transport versus roads in new plan

Government defends removal of 2:1 ratio of spending on public transport versus roads in new plan

New National Development Plan will allocate €10.1bn to public transport projects, and €9.7bn to roads

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

Electric car purchase incentives

Government investment a 'drop in the ocean' of what's needed for electric vehicle charging

The Oireachtas Transport Committee heard that 10 times more funding is needed for fast, public electric vehicle charging

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

Modern Train at Cork Station Platform in Ireland

Revised National Development Plan delivers €1bn for Cork rail expansion and new stations

More than €1bn will accelerate Cork’s commuter rail expansion as the updated NDP shifts transport spending towards a new 1:1 ratio

Wed, 26 Nov, 2025

Batteries from speed indicator signs stolen across Cork

Batteries from speed indicator signs stolen across Cork

Council meeting told 'it is no longer viable to keep replacing batteries"

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

M50 Tolls

Toll increases 'straw that broke the camel’s back' as hauliers threaten blocking Dublin motorway

The Irish Road Haulage Association says frustration over rising tolls and taxes could see major protests disrupting key routes and airports

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

Protest against greenway CPOs at Leinster House this week

Protest against greenway CPOs at Leinster House this week

Rally will coincide with Oireachtas transport committee hearing from stakeholders including the IFA and the National Greenway Action Association

Sun, 09 Nov, 2025

Michael Moynihan: Cork needs to be a city which facilitates both the elderly and very young

S Michael Moynihan: Cork needs to be a city which facilitates both the elderly and very young

There are people for whom large pools of water on road surfaces and footpaths present significant physical challenges

Thu, 06 Nov, 2025

Group pushes for reopening of Youghal rail line to help ease 'phenomenal' gridlock

Group pushes for reopening of Youghal rail line to help ease 'phenomenal' gridlock

Passenger trains from Midleton to Youghal were discontinued in 1963, while freight trains continued to use the line until 1982.

Sun, 02 Nov, 2025

Cork Luas: What 1,000 residents have to say about light rail plan

Cork Luas: What 1,000 residents have to say about light rail plan

Ann Murphy delves into the newly-published objections and observations on plans for Cork’s light rail system — including not one but three suggested extensions to the proposed route

Mon, 20 Oct, 2025

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'Ugly black box': Toilet for bus drivers gets go ahead despite residents' objections

Objector claimed portable toilet would be used as a 'drop-off point for drugs'

Sun, 19 Oct, 2025