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ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship Programme

ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship Programme

Do you want to be part of the team connecting our communities to a clean electric future?  If so, ESB Networks Electrical Apprenticeship Programme might be for you. At ESB Networks, we build and maintain Ireland’s electricity network, connecting over 2.4 million homes, farms and businesses to a clean electric future. We’ve been connecting customers…

At the top of the world

At the top of the world

In 2018 the Ireland women’s hockey team became one of the most amazing stories in Irish sport when they went from rank outsiders to world cup finalists. Katie Mullan was the captain. Fairytales rarely come true, even in sport. But in 2018, one did, when the Irish Women’s Hockey team made it all the way…

42% of Irish electricity in February came from Irish wind farms

42% of Irish electricity in February came from Irish wind farms

Irish wind farms providing 42 per cent of the Ireland’s electricity, slightly more than in January but down on the record-breaking performance in February 2022, according to Wind Energy Ireland. Driven by wind’s strong performance average prices on the wholesale electricity market fell to their lowest point since November 2022. Noel Cunniffe, CEO of Wind…

£6.6m funding to train young scientists on infections that pass from animals to humans

£6.6m funding to train young scientists on infections that pass from animals to humans

The next generation of scientists will be better able to predict, detect and control infectious diseases that jump from animals to humans, called “zoonoses”, thanks to major new funding. Queen’s University has brought together researchers from multiple schools including the School of Biological Sciences, the School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences, and the School…

Maynooth University project finds dialogue builds understanding between Gardaí and young black adults

Maynooth University project finds dialogue builds understanding between Gardaí and young black adults

Maynooth University School of Law and Criminology has published findings showing that facilitated dialogue can enable young Black adults and Gardaí to better understand each other’s experiences, perspectives,  and to build relationships and empathy. The findings also suggest that dialogue could improve police-community relations, but requires substantial collaboration between communities, civil society and An Garda…

SEAI awards €19m in funding for energy research projects

SEAI awards €19m in funding for energy research projects

The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland today announced that it has awarded approximately €19 million in Government funding to support more than 40 new energy research projects across Ireland.  These projects bring together leading academic institutes, companies, and public sector organisations and were supported with co-funding from the Department of Transport, the Department of Agriculture,…

Dundrum CFE – A Hub for Lifelong Learning

Dundrum CFE – A Hub for Lifelong Learning

If you are looking for a way to enhance your skills, pursue your passions, or advance your career, you might want to consider enrolling in Dundrum College of Further Education (DCFE).  Located in Dublin 14, Dundrum CFE offers a wide range of modular courses that cater to different interests and needs. Whether you want to…

Training Services at Kilkenny and Carlow ETB

Training Services at Kilkenny and Carlow ETB

Training Services at Kilkenny and Carlow ETB offer an extensive range of free full time training programmes for young people and adults who wish to develop the skills and competencies that are required for the workplace and/or progression to further education and training opportunities.  All of our courses lead to nationally and internationally industry recognised…

Kerry College for a career in the Great Outdoors

Kerry College for a career in the Great Outdoors

Have you ever considered a career in The Great Outdoors? There are many different career paths you can choose from in this sector.  Courses include Outdoor Activity Instructor and Advanced Outdoor Activity Instructor, Ecology and Practical Fieldwork, Scuba Diving Instructor, Surf Instructor & Beach Lifeguard Training and many more.  Kerry College’s Killorglin Campus, which is…

New degree opportunities at Portlaoise Institute

New degree opportunities at Portlaoise Institute

Initiative tackles barriers like cost of accommodation, travel, and CAO entry points Entry to, and participation in, third level education can present a number of challenges for learners who wish to advance their educational and career prospects.  A very exciting collaboration between Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board (LOETB) and South East Technological University…

Carving your future with Giraffe Childcare…

Carving your future with Giraffe Childcare…

Being part of our future Our team are an essential part of our future and success. They are what makes us Giraffe. Ensuring that our teams experience a nurturing, caring environment allows them to develop and grow, as our future leaders. This is something that is truly felt at Giraffe.  Today, over 90% of our…

Theology as an education in wisdom

Theology as an education in wisdom

Theology is probably not at the top of a lot of people’s lists when considering what to study at university. After all, not too many people grow up thinking they want to be theologians! But studying theology at St Patrick’s Pontifical University just might be a good choice for you. Let me explain why. Why…