Minister Lawless announces funding of €63.84 million to accelerate commercialisation of research across Ireland

Groundbreaking initiative co-funded by European Union & Irish Government  €63.84m for Therapeutics and ICT Hubs under ERDF Regional Programme Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless TD has today announced a multi-annual ‘Accelerating Research to Commercialisation’ (ARC) Hub investment programme to fast-track the commercial potential of scientific research across Ireland. The…

Redefining How We Grieve in a Digital Age, The Solace Launches in the Irish Market

Founded by Mark Legge, co-founder of &Open, The Solace is a digital space designed to support not only those grieving but also funeral directors and the wider community affected by loss, including friends, colleagues, and loved ones. The platform combines emotional support with practical tools; features include personalised digital memorials and a curated marketplace of…

Tánaiste to establish new Trade Consultative Group on International Trade Policy and new US-based Strategic Economic Advisory Panel

New initiatives will facilitate engagement between Government and key business stakeholders in Ireland and the United States on international trade policy and economic opportunities     The Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Harris TD has secured the agreement of Government to establish a Consultative Group on International Trade Policy. The Group,…

President Higgins presents Presidential Distinguished Service Awards for the Irish Abroad

Uachtarán na hÉireann, President Michael D. Higgins this evening presented this year’s Presidential Distinguished Service Awards for the Irish Abroad at a ceremony at Áras an Uachtaráin. The MC for the event was Doireann Ní Bhriain.   This year’s ten recipients are: Séamus Coleman, Republic of Ireland international football captain Patrick Leahy, Former United States…