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'Entitled' bus passenger refuses headphones and everyone agrees who is in wrong
Public transport
A man has been criticised after a fellow bus passenger politely confronted him over his behaviour during their morning commute - but he insists he did nothing wrong
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'I refused to give up my bus seat for pregnant woman, I'm entitled to relax too'
Public transport
A woman has faced criticism for refusing to give up her seat on a crowded bus for a pregnant woman - with some saying she should be 'ashamed' for her response...
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Should public transport be made free amid the ongoing fuel crisis? Have your say
Energy
With the EU warning member states that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East will have a sustained effect on the fuel market, an Irish MEP has called for free public transport to be rolled out to offset transport costs that are hitting many households hard
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Dad who moved to Ireland shares three reasons others may find it difficult
Dublin
Content creator Karol Cop, who works in Dublin and lives in Wicklow, has shared three additional challenges people may face if they are considering moving to Ireland in 2026
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Ireland next bank holiday date as new four day weekend coming
Holidays
Ireland has 10 bank holidays in total this year, and the next one to mark St Brigid's Day is just around the corner.
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Man with ferret on shoulder among string of complaints about animals on public transport
Public transport
Irish Rail and the National Transport Authority received dozens of complaints over the past two years relating to dogs, exotic pets, and what was described as aggressive behaviour
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Ireland confirms 2026 bank holiday change with bonus day off
Holidays
Ireland's full 2026 bank holiday schedule is now confirmed, including a bonus day off for many workers later this year.
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Over 70s can now bring a friend or relative free on buses, trains and Luas
Public transport
People aged 70 and over in Ireland can bring a friend, relative or carer to travel free with them on buses, trains, the Luas and other services thanks to an expanded Free Travel Scheme.
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Expats rank Ireland tops for career happiness - but nation fails to impress on three major fronts
Global Ireland
The latest Expat Insider survey by global network InterNations, which polled more than 10,000 expats from 172 nationalities about their experiences of living and working abroad
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Bank holiday for St Stephen's Day moved from December 26
St Stephen's Day
Bank holiday dates change each year, depending on weekends and movable holidays like Easter.
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Livid couple come home to discover a bus stop has suddenly appeared on their driveway
Public transport
A couple returned home in disbelief to find a bus stop unexpectedly installed at the end of their driveway, blocking access and parking.
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Next Ireland bank holiday date as change for 2026 confirmed
August Bank Holiday
Ireland has 10 bank holidays in total for 2025 and the next one isn't too far away.
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Ireland confirms bank holiday change for 2026 with extra day off
Holidays
Ireland has confirmed a change to its 2026 bank holiday schedule, meaning most workers will be entitled to an extra day off, as the May long weekend draws near.
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New pilot schemes to allow people in rural Ireland to call for bus instead of taxi
Public transport
Fianna Fáil’s James Lawless, Junior Minister at the Department of Transport, stated that it would be highly beneficial to older people living in rural areas.
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More than 300 people arrested for public transport incidents amid huge increase in charges
Public transport
The number of summonses and charges preferred against people apprehended by Gardaí on public transport in the capital in the first six months of this year has increased by a staggering 1,151% compared to the same period in 2023
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Irish Mirror readers set out their biggest concerns as Ireland heads to the polls
Local and European Elections
Issues related to immigration, healthcare, homelessness, housing, the cost of living, and more were all amount hot button topics that Irish Mirror readers were concerned about
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Luas passengers three times more likely to feel unsafe than bus or rail users, NTA survey shows
Luas
13% of Luas passengers surveyed in 2023 reported feeling unsafe while travelling on trams, compared to 4% of bus passengers and 5% of rail passengers
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Electric pedal-cab trial for Dublin as taxi firm FreeNow team up with new Irish start-up Kerb
Public transport
The new trial starts at 3pm on Thursday
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New Dublin - Belfast express bus launching next week with tickets just €1
Dublin
A total of 10,000 customers will get their tickets at just €1, with the new route set to see 16 trips between the Northern Irish and Irish capital each day, in each direction
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Man City fans forced to run on gridlocked motorway amid Champions League final chaos
UEFA Champions League Final
Transport issues impact thousands of fans heading to Ataturk Stadium in Istanbul as Pep Guardiola's team aim to complete the treble against Inter Milan
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Politician calls for free public transport for gardai and soldiers - to tackle anti-social behaviour
An Garda Siochana
Senator Aidan Davitt said the move would also take thousands of cars out of cities and towns nationwide
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Away fan refunds debated as Tottenham told they owe supporters after Newcastle thrashing
Football fans
THE BIG DEBATE: Former Newcastle and Tottenham winger Chris Waddle says Spurs should refund fans after their 6-1 hammering at St James' Park, but is he right?
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'A man told me to take my bag off the seat on an empty train - I refused'
Reddit
The woman recalled the 'creepy' encounter on Reddit asking users with some saying he wouldn't do it to a man
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Married at First Sight star opens up about zero-waste store and lifestyle choices
Married at First Sight
Married At First Sight UK star Jenna Robinson, 32, is determined to change the world with her lifestyle choices and zero-waste store
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