A planned all out strike of retained fire fighters has been called off
The decision was made after seven hours of talks at the Labour Court between unions and management representing the service.
The service will continue to operate with a "half strike" until a formal hearing takes place next Monday.
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A City Councillor says anti-social behaviour in Ballincollig is putting extra pressure on the fire service.
Colm Kelleher has had several complaints from local residents on the lead up to Bonfire Night.
Residents say illegal dumping, littering, lighting fires, and underage drinking were the main problems in Castle Park on the green behind the houses and in the alleyway by Aldi.
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An Garda Siochana will be instructed to immediately begin buying bodycams with the legislation to allow them to be passed in a matter of weeks.
Justice Minister Helen McEntee will also introduce a separate law to allow for the use of facial recognition technology in limited circumstances.
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The Government has been warned not to cut taxes as it will only put further upward pressure on inflation.
A report by the economic and social think-thank, TASC, outlines current tax levels should be broadly maintained.
