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As Refillz shops emerge, cost and plastic reduction remain uncertain
By Iqra Siddiqui Plastic is embedded in everyday life, shaping how people shop, consume, and dispose. But refill shops are emerging as an alternative, offering a way to cut down on single-use packaging. But higher costs and convenience barriers continue to influence consumer behaviour. Experts suggest it could help reduce plastic waste. However, the question…
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By Damien Dunne Damien Dunne speaks to Fidelma Conway as she tells the story behind the ‘Demolition Dave’ monument at Smithfield Luas stop, which was built in memory of her brother David Conway. Can you tell us a bit about David? “So David worked in construction for many years, and he landed the job with…
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Gavin Mc Stay discusses the increase in the number of cars licensed in Ireland over the last 2 years. * A vehicle is licensed when the annual car tax due on the vehicle is paid for the first time.* The Central Statistics Office has published its Vehicle Licensing Figures for the month of November 2021.…
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Picture: Dublin Fire Brigade Twitter (@DubFireBrigade) Damien Dunne reports on Dublin Fire Brigade helping to deliver a baby during recent stormy weather. Dublin Fire Brigade helped to deliver a baby during the height of the storm, with firefighters and paramedic braving the dangerous conditions on Tuesday night. On Twitter, Dublin Fire Brigade tweeted: “As Storm…
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By Christopher Windrum, James Hagan and Damien Dunne Christopher Windrum, James Hagan and Damien Dunne discuss the future of Cinema, streaming services, and the disruption the new Covid variant may cause to the industry.
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Image:Pexels Damien Dunne reports on November’s commuter numbers, after the government requested people to work from home. Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) released figures earlier this month that showed the amount of vehicles on Irish roads was within a percent of pre-pandemic numbers. The figures show that the number of commuter traffic barely reduced, even after…
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Our reporter Gavin Mc Stay talks all things Irish darts as well as interviewing Irish darting star Brendan Dolan Darts in Ireland are at an all-time high. There are as many as 40 Irish dart players who travel to England most weekends to play in darting events. These Irish hopefuls are hoping to gain experience…
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