Archive for : October, 2014

Minister announces further State Board appointments

31st October, 2014

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Paschal Donohoe has today (Friday) announced a number of appointments and reappointments to State Boards for which he......

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Donohoe welcomes initiation of agreement between Ireland and Ontario on exchange of driving licences

29th October, 2014

The Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Paschal Donohoe T.D., today (Wednesday) welcomed the initiation of an agreement which allows for the mutual exchange......

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Minister Donohoe appoints Ms Liz O’Donnell as Chairperson Designate of the Road Safety Authority

29th October, 2014

The Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Mr Paschal Donohoe, TD today (Wednesday) announced that he has appointed Ms. Liz O’Donnell as Chairperson Designate......

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Minister Donohoe launches Dublin Bus’ newest ‘Spook-tacular’ Ghostbus in time for Halloween

27th October, 2014

The world’s first custom built Ghostbus and first Ghostbus tour has a new addition to its fleet after its oldest member was retired earlier......

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Week’s events: Spooktacular photocalls, Vehicle Clamping Bill, marine bravery awards & Ireland as a top tourist destination

25th October, 2014

With Halloween fast approaching, I took part in a number of ‘spooktacular’ photocalls this week. The first was for the fantastic Bram Stoker Festival......

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Minister Donohoe & RSA urge road users to stay safe as clocks go back this Bank Holiday weekend

24th October, 2014

RSA and Applegreen to provide free cups of coffee to drivers With darker evenings ahead, as the clocks go back on Sunday morning, the......

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Minister Donohoe presents first marine life-saving awards for bravery since 2008

23rd October, 2014

 National Marine Gallantry and Meritorious Service Awards recognise outstanding acts of heroism, skill & initiative as well as dedication to duty in marine emergencies......

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People, places and policies continuing to lead to strong growth in tourism – Donohoe

23rd October, 2014

Figures for first 9 months of 2014 up 9.3% on same time last year   The Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Paschal Donohoe......

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Minister Donohoe attends Green Hospitality Responsible Travel & Tourism Awards 2014

22nd October, 2014

The Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Paschal Donohoe TD, today (Thursday) met members of the hospitality sector, who came out in their droves,......

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Bram Stoker Festival 2014 – Awakening Dublin’s Gothic Heart

21st October, 2014

Macnas, a VampWire and an Underground Train Journey all part of Gothic Festival   Dublin, 21st October 2014  The darkness is stirring and the......

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