Athens revitalises its “urban lung” with EUR 1.5 million project
The “Lycabettus Programme” will enliven one of the capital’s abandoned hills
Greece / Athens / Development / Green City
Ireland / Cork / Development / Public Spaces
Cork reveals medieval quarter renovation plans
The first phase of the EUR 46.05 million “Grand Parade Quarter” project will begin next year
Ireland / Cork / Politics and Reforms
New Lord Mayor of Cork elected in school sports hall
Colm Kelleher has become the youngest chairman of Cork City Council since 1992
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Culture and Tourism / Welfare and Health
Ireland’s outdoor summer goes full steam ahead
Cinemas, theatres, outdoor catering areas reopen
Ireland / Cork / Public Spaces / Welfare and Health
Cork embarks on permanent pedestrianisation of 17 city centre streets
Resurfacing works commence today as part of the “Reimagining Cork City” programme
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Green City / Mobility / Welfare and Health
EUR 240m funding boost for Ireland’s sustainable transport infrastructure
NTA supports 468 projects for top-class walking and cycling facilities across the country
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Ireland placed on full Level 5 restrictions for a month
Hospital admissions with the coronavirus are on the rise
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Ireland returns to Level 5 restrictions on Christmas Eve
Travel between the counties will be banned after 26 December
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Ireland reopens in time for Christmas
Shops, hairdressers, gyms, restaurants and pubs serving food will resume operation
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Ireland to endure Level 5 restrictions for six weeks
Schools, construction and high-level sports can go on
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Ireland bans household visits amid upsurge in Covid-19 cases
Level 4 restrictions will be introduced in three counties bordering Northern Ireland
Cork / Dublin / Energy efficiency
Littering in Ireland on the rise due to the pandemic
This year's IBAL survey found Kilkenny to be the country’s cleanest city, with Dublin North Inner City at the opposite pole
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Ireland moves to Level 3 restrictions
The government rejected the NPHET recommendation to place the entire country under Level 5 following exponential growth in Covid-19 cases
Cork / Mobility
E-bikes show the future of Cork's transport
The wE-BIKE initiative, the first of its kind in Ireland, promotes electric bicycles as an everyday commuting option in Cork city and county
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Ireland unveils Living with Covid-19 plan
More restrictive measures are being introduced in Dublin
Cork / Dublin / Education and Sport
Irish schools reopen after 6 months' recess
Trade unions complain about insufficient protections against Covid-19 for staff with underlying health conditions
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Ireland tightens Covid-19 restrictions to avoid second national lockdown
Sporting events will go ahead without an audience, as the country experiences the fourth highest growth rate in new cases in Europe
Cork / Mobility / Welfare and Health
“Re-imagining Cork City” kicks off
The programme responds to the new social distancing reality in Ireland while advancing the City Council’s vision for a city that grows sustainably
Cork / Culture and Tourism
Cork City’s Elizabeth Fort has reopened to the public
Irish authorities promote staycationing as the safest way to holiday this year
Cork / Dublin / Culture and Tourism / Economy and Finance
Phase 4 of Ireland’s reopening postponed until 10 August
The move has been provoked by the rising number of Covid-19 cases, including fresh clusters in congregated settings
Cork / Dublin / Culture and Tourism
Limerick City Gallery of Art counts the hours to reopening
Phase 3 of the accelerated roadmap for Ireland’s reopening begins on 29 June
Cork / Dublin / Culture and Tourism
Ireland celebrates youthful culture and creativity
Cruinniú na nÓg will be taking place online amid Covid-19 precautions
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Ireland: welcome to my home, but no hugging, please!
Phase 2 of the country’s reopening after the Covid-19 lockdown has begun
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Ireland lays out road map for recovery
Restoration of economic and social activity will take place in five stages starting 18 May
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Social housing projects restarting in Ireland
Dublin City relinquishes parking space to pedestrians to facilitate social distancing
Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Street Feast changing focus in Ireland
The movement harnesses its Neighborhood Network to help vulnerable people struggling in the coronavirus crisis
Cork / Dublin / Innovation and Research
Irish start-up develops robot capable of crushing coronavirus
The invention can prove to be much faster and more effective than chemical disinfectants
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
CreateDontContaminate challenge launched in Ireland
Popular bands and broadcasters encourage young people to stay apart but be creative amidst the coronavirus pandemic
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Ireland closing all schools, colleges and kindergartens to combat coronavirus spread
Museums and tourist sites will also be inaccessible until 29 March
Cork / Mobility
Restoration of Cork’s Shakey Bridge is over
The only surviving pedestrian suspension bridge of its type in Ireland has undergone a EUR 1.7 million makeover
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Culture and Tourism
St Patrick's Day parades cancelled across Ireland
Braving the coronavirus scare, more than 100 small to medium scale events will still go ahead from 13-17 March
Cork / Culture and Tourism
Cork retains Purple Flag Award for 2020
The centre of the Irish city has won recognition for its rich arts and cultural scene, exceptional vibrancy and popular retail areas
Athens / Cork / Paris / Rijeka / Rome / Sibiu / Vienna / Culture and Tourism
Find out which are the European Best Destinations for 2020
The winner Colmar is also known as the Sunniest city in France
Cork / Mobility
Ireland's longest bridge is open to traffic
The Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Bridge is part a bypass which will cut journey times between Cork and Rosslare, attracting investors and tourists
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Culture and Tourism
Take a closer look at your local library!
The campaign is part of a wider national strategy to increase library use in Ireland
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Mobility
Ireland to ban sale of oil-fuelled cars
The aim is to ensure that one third of all vehicles on the country’s roads are electric by 2030
Cork / Interviews
Cllr Sheehan: I want to make Cork a welcoming, connected and safe place for all
Conversation with Lord Mayor of Cork, Ireland Councillor John Sheehan
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Innovation and Research
Irish app makes citizen’s voices heard
Fingal Voices allows citizens to ask questions, respond to polls and engage in dialogue with Council members
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Economy and Finance
The national post of Ireland gets sustainable boost with EU funding
Several cities and towns will be serviced by Zero Emission Electric Vehicles
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Development
One week left till the All Ireland Smart Cities Forum
Prominent speakers and local officials will discuss sustainability and connected communities
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Energy efficiency
National Reuse Month taking place in Ireland
Recycling with style, circular economy jobs and skills are only part of the events to attend
Cork / Education and Sport
Cork gets first wheelchair Inclusion Powerboat
The water is now accessible to persons with physical disabilities
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Energy efficiency
Ireland to reduce single-use plastic bottles with free water access
The nation-wide initiative is growing in popularity among citizens and local businesses
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Energy efficiency
Irish citizens fail to save enough water
A nation-wide campaign was launched to raise awareness on reasonable consumption
Cork / Education and Sport
Cork Bike Week is currently underway
Dozens of events for bike lovers of all ages will entertain you in both city and county
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Welfare and Health
Four Irish cities join the HIV Fast Track Cities initiative
More than 300 cities worldwide cooperate with the UN for HIV awareness, testing and support
Cork / Economy and Finance
Cork City expands fivefold and welcomes 85,000 new citizens
As a result of a recent administrative reform
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Energy efficiency
Launch of the Gum Litter Campaign 2019 in Ireland
Starting in Wexford County, it will be expanded to twenty-six other local authorities
Cork / Economy and Finance
First participatory budgeting scheme in Ireland
New project enables citizens to decide on the allocation of funds to projects in Cork
Ireland / Cork / Dublin / Politics and Reforms
Coming this week: local elections in Ireland
Elections for local councils are taking place alongside the ones for European Parliament #TheMayorEU
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European mayors demand EU emissions peak by next year
In an open letter published today, 210 mayors also call on the Council and Member States to halve emissions by 2030 and reach a net-zero by the mid-century