In future plans being formulated by high-ranking government officials, citizens from Ukraine coming to the country from next March will not be provided with accommodation. The plan forms part of a range of strategies being explored in an effort to lessen the Ukrainian populace inhabiting government-funded residences over the upcoming months.
It seems that officials are also contemplating introducing a new rule around a “maximum stay”. This would predominantly affect Ukrainians who have been residing in government-sponsored accommodation for an extended period of time, giving them priority for discharge.
In Ireland’s news:
– The Criminal Assets Bureau (Cab) is possessing nearly €350 million worth of cryptocurrency that they’re finding it impossible to access.
– According to a recent study, approximately 40% of properties featured for sale on Irish real estate platforms have already entered the sale agreed stage, causing additional complications for potential buyers.
– A report released on Wednesday indicates that the requirement for fluency in Irish is a substantial obstacle preventing a larger number of working-class youth from pursuing teaching careers.
– Recently, a woman discovered dead in Belfast had informed the police that she had been the subject of a violent crime, the Police Ombudsman of Northern Ireland revealed.
– Fresh research from the Economic and Social Research Institute posits that those who are or become single parents while their children are young have over double the likelihood to live in poverty.
– Brendan O’Connor, a radio host for RTÉ, has voiced dissatisfaction about the issues in finding a regular secondary school spot for his daughter Mary.
– The weather forecast offers a chilly day ahead, with showers reported earlier in Ulster and Leinster supposed to taper off. Most other region will experience dry conditions with occasional sunny periods and sporadic showers. The highest expected temperatures are between 10 to 14 degrees. Tonight is predicted to be cold and mostly dry in numerous areas, with some clear intervals. Nonetheless, a few showers might impact the northwest. The lowest temperatures are expected to range from 1 to 5 degrees with a slight possibility of frost.
World News
– Evacuation order for over a million Florida inhabitants due to Hurricane Milton: One more day is left for Florida’s residents to depart or prepare for Category 5 Hurricane Milton. This potentially destructive hurricane could be one of the worst ever to impact the Gulf Coast of Florida.
– IDF halts military activity near Irish peacekeeper base: Micheál Martin, the Defence Minister, announced on Tuesday evening that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have suspended military pursuits adjacent to a base overseen by Irish peacekeepers.
Personal Matters
– Anxious about asking out a workmate: Q: “I am scared of taking the step to ask someone I like at work. Besides the dread of being declined, I am also afraid that this could considerably influence my work experience and possibly, my career, which I am very fond of.”
Expert View
– Proficiency in deciphering ‘expert’ headlines: The prevalent use of the phrase “I’m an expert” in news headlines is something I specialise in. This is why you come across them frequently.
Sport
– Munster and Leinster rugby on a comeback after a decade and a half, with new norms: Following a 15-year interval since their 2009 European Cup semi-final at the same arena, the URC rugby match between Leinster and Munster at Croke Park is scheduled for this Saturday.
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