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23/07/2026

Michael Lowry TD has welcomed Ryanair's announcement of a €50 million investment in a new aircraft maintenance hangar and Engineering Academy at Shannon Airport, a project expected to create 400 jobs.

Deputy Lowry said the announcement is a major vote of confidence in Shannon Airport and in the highly skilled workforce across the Mid-West. He said the investment will be particularly welcomed in North Tipperary, where many people travel to Shannon Airport each day to work in aviation and related industries.

He said the new Engineering Academy will provide young people across the region with access to skilled, well-paid careers in aviation engineering, while further strengthening Shannon's position as one of Ireland's leading aviation hubs.

Deputy Lowry said Ryanair's continued commitment to Shannon demonstrates the airport's enormous potential when it receives the support and investment it deserves.

Michael Lowry TD has welcomed Ryanair's announcement of a €50 million investment in a new aircraft maintenance hangar and Engineering Academy at Shannon Airpo

23/07/2026

Firefighting crews remain on site at Slievenamon following overnight monitoring operations. While conditions have stabilised and improved this morning after extensive ground and aerial firefighting efforts, fire services continue to monitor the area closely.

Some fire activity is expected to increase as temperatures rise during the day, and firefighting operations, including aerial support, will continue.

Members of the public are urged to continue avoiding the affected area and to refrain from all non-essential travel in the vicinity. Public access can impede emergency operations and create unnecessary risks for both responders and the public. The use of drones in the area is strictly prohibited, as they pose a significant hazard to aerial firefighting aircraft and can disrupt emergency response activities.

At present, there is no immediate threat to life.
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Firefighting crews remain on site at Slievenamon following overnight monitoring operations. While conditions have stabilised and improved this morning after ext

23/07/2026

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22/07/2026

2,180 farmers and contractors in Tipperary are set to get €1,764,430 in support, a Fine Gael TD has said.

Deputy Michael Murphy said, “This will go a long way for farmers and contractors across Tipperary who were hit hard by rising fuel costs in the spring. It’s a practical, targeted support that will make a real difference to households and farm budgets.”

The scheme was designed to support applicants for the five-month period March to July 2026.

Payment is based on the equivalent of five months usage of the total litres of marked gas oil (MGO) used by an applicant in 2025 multiplied by 20c.

The average payment for a contractor nationally is approximately €4,000 in this batch of payments, with farmers receiving over €600 on average. It is expected that the total final payments under this scheme will be approximately €27 million.

2,180 farmers and contractors in Tipperary are set to get €1,764,430 in support, a Fine Gael TD has said. Deputy Michael Murphy said, “This will go a lon

22/07/2026

Due to a change in wind direction, the wildfire at Slievenamon has now spread into the adjacent Coillte forest. Fire and Rescue Services, supported by Coillte and other support agencies, are concentrating their efforts on this area to contain the fire and prevent any further spread.

At present, there is no immediate risk to life or property. The situation is being continuously monitored by Fire and Rescue Services, with ground crews remaining on site and aerial support being deployed where conditions allow.

The public is urged to stay away from the affected area, avoid non-essential travel on foot, scrambler or by any other vehicle and refrain from operating drones, which can interfere with emergency response and aerial firefighting operations.
The cooperation of the public is greatly appreciated and remains essential to ensuring the safety of emergency personnel and the effectiveness of firefighting operations.

Due to a change in wind direction, the wildfire at Slievenamon has now spread into the adjacent Coillte forest. Fire and Rescue Services, supported by Coillte a

22/07/2026

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22/07/2026

Firefighting efforts in containing the Slievenamon fire have shown significant progress over the past two days. The situation remains under active management, with emergency services continuing their response efforts.

Key details of the progress made include:

- The fire is now considerably reduced compared to yesterday, thanks to the dedicated efforts of firefighting crews.
- Aerial support from the Air Corps and Coillte resources has played a crucial role in containing the fire by delivering water to inaccessible areas.
- Emergency services will remain vigilant, monitoring conditions overnight and conducting a full reassessment in the morning.
- The public's cooperation is vital, with residents advised to follow safety advice, avoid unnecessary travel to the area, and refrain from operating drones near the incident.
- A multi-agency response, led by Tipperary County Council and partner agencies, continues to work together to manage the situation safely.

Firefighting efforts in containing the Slievenamon fire have shown significant progress over the past two days. The situation remains under active management, w

15/07/2026