Plans are in the pipeline to develop a new hospital, a major mixed-use development, apartments, a new public realm and a landmark rooftop destination at Cork city’s South Docks.
O’Callaghan Properties is expected to lodge two separate planning applications in the coming weeks which includes new life for the Odlums building and demolition of R&H Hall.
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The head of the HSE is due before the Oireachtas Health Committee this morning to address capacity issues in the health system this winter.
CEO Paul Reid is expected to tell politicians the massive increase in Covid-19 admissions is compounding pressure already on the health service.
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The staffing crisis at the Defence Forces has reached breaking point and could have serious consequences for serving members, according to a representative group.
RACO says the situation has reached a point where it represents a real danger to its members.
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A book inspired by Late Late Toy Show Adam King has won an award at the An Post Irish Book Awards.
A Hug For You was written by Adam's father David and won the Children’s Book of the Year Junior Category at last nights awards.
