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September 8, 2026 | 2:37 pm

A second tier of child benefit won’t be ready in time for the budget.

Social Protection Minister and Fianna Fáil TD for Mayo Dara Calleary says he’s fully committed to the proposal.

But he’s warned he’ll have a smaller budget increase than in previous years.

Dara Calleary says the policy structure of a second rate of child benefit won’t be fleshed out enough to make this year’s plans…

The UCC research has found coastal risks including rising sea levels.

Eoin Doyle (12), died following the accident in Ballyhaunis.

Sligo County Council is to develop a 35km trail on a section of the Western Rail Corridor.

A Mayo woman’s contribution to the Second World War is recognised in a new movie.

The Gallaghers will host their 2026 Hospice Coffee Morning on Saturday, Sept. 26th