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Government IT projects running over €61 million over budget, new figures show

Government IT projects running over €61 million over budget, new figures show

The planned next-generation contactless ticketing system for public transport is now expected to cost up to €269 million to deliver, with Sinn Féin TD John Brady describing the cost overrun as 'particularly alarming'. A number of key IT projects being undertaken by Government departments and State agencies are projected to run more than €61 million over budget, according to new figures submitted to a Dáil committee.
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Wes Streeting, UK Health Secretary, Resigns Amid Criticism of Scheming and Slow Reforms

Wes Streeting, UK Health Secretary, Resigns Amid Criticism of Scheming and Slow Reforms

Wes Streeting, the UK health secretary, has resigned amid criticism of his scheming and slow reforms. Critics see him as a schemer who prioritizes announcements over delivery and has failed to deliver on his ambitious reform plans. His plan to lay off thousands of managers is seen as a distraction, and his handling of the doctors' pay dispute and NHS reorganisation has been contentious. Despite securing a £29 billion budget uplift, progress on his reform plans has been slow, and there are growing questions about whether his rhetorical zeal about reform has been matched by achievement.
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United Nations Farah and Tala Mousa Win Earth Prize for Innovative Rubble Reduction Method in Gaza

United Nations Farah and Tala Mousa Win Earth Prize for Innovative Rubble Reduction Method in Gaza

Farah and Tala Mousa, two young women from Gaza, have been named the winners of the Earth Prize for their innovative method of reducing rubble in their region. Their method involves collecting rubble, crushing large chunks in a simple machine, and transforming it into material for reconstruction. This method not only addresses an environmental issue but also empowers communities and supports sustainable rebuilding.
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Cork Senator Nicole Ryan Welcomes First Child, Baby Girl Réidín Lydia Bhreathnach

Cork Senator Nicole Ryan Welcomes First Child, Baby Girl Réidín Lydia Bhreathnach

Nicole Ryan, a Sinn Féin senator for Cork North-West, has welcomed her first child, a baby girl named Réidín Lydia Bhreathnach, with her long-term partner. She took maternity leave three weeks ago, having previously mentioned she would be 'constantly dipping into work' during the leave. The senator has championed mothers' rights and introduced two bills supporting women through pregnancy loss and child bereavement.
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Ulster Rotate Squad for URC Clash Against Glasgow Warriors Ahead of Challenge Cup Final

Ulster Rotate Squad for URC Clash Against Glasgow Warriors Ahead of Challenge Cup Final

Ulster head coach Richie Murphy has made changes to his squad for their upcoming URC clash against Glasgow Warriors. The team will be playing for play-off qualification and will face Glasgow at Affidea Stadium on Friday night. Big hitters like Nathan Doak and Cormac Izuchukwu drop to the bench, while academy duo Bryn Ward and Wilhelm De Klerk start. Rob Herring and James Hume both return from injury, with Tom O’Toole also back in the XV after missing last week’s draw with Stormers due to illness. Nick Timoney captains the team from openside flanker. There are limited tickets available for the home game, their last before the Challenge Cup final against Montpellier next Friday, 22 May, in Bilbao.


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