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RTÉ News
13 hours ago
- Business
- RTÉ News
Breaking Planning permission for Creeslough site refused
An Coimisiún Pleanála has refused permission for a service station to be redeveloped at the site where ten people lost their lives in Creeslough, Co Donegal, more than two years ago. On 19 February, Donegal County Council granted planning permission to Vivo Shell Limited to redevelop the existing building at the site of the explosion which occurred on 7 October 2022. The company's planning application proposed to demolish the existing building and erect a new building to include a shop, a post office, a beauty salon, fuel pumps and memorial features. Two legal firms, Damien Tansey Solicitors and Phoenix Law Solicitors, representing bereaved family members appealed the decision to An Bord Pleanála. An Coimisiún Pleanála outlined two reasons and considerations as part of decision to refuse permission for the proposed development in a letter issued to Donegal County Council, An Coimisiún Pleanála said, having regard to the existing character and the prevailing pattern of development in Creeslough, if the proposed development was permitted at this prominent location that it could "negatively impact on the wider, long-term regeneration and renewal of the village". It considered the proposed development would be contrary to the Donegal County Development Plan in respect of inappropriate layout and building design in the context of the existing streetscape. An Coimisiún Pleanála also said, having regard to the recent history of the site, it considered the location of the proposed memorial features to be inappropriately sited "in the contest of the significant pedestrian and traffic movements" that would take throughout the site when operational. It said: "This raises serious concern in relation to both the safety for those visiting the memorials and also the inappropriate siting of the memorial within the development (as amended itself)." The correspondence also noted the response that the applicants were informed in writing by An Garda Síochána that the on-site investigations in respect of the tragedy had concluded.
Irish Independent
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Irish Independent
Appeal over refusal of 58 Wicklow homes is rejected
The appeal was submitted by Ronan O'Caoimh and applied to lands at Ashtown Lane, Hawkestown Lower, including existing dwellings, Elbren Cottage, Ashtown Lane, and Redkite Rest. The 58 single and two storey homes were due be a mix of two, three and four bedroom houses, including bungalows, terraced and semi-detached dwellings. The planning application also involved the proposed removal of the existing dwelling, Elbren Cottage, and the semi-detached single storey garage structure located on the site. The appeal was submitted after Wicklow County Council refused the application in February, having considered the site's peripheral location, which would result in the proposed development being primarily car dependent, the existing undeveloped lands closer to the centre of Wicklow town, and the scale of the proposed development. The approved plans of the local authority to upgrade Rocky Road, the L1099, as an improved access to/from the M11 to Wicklow town was also noted by the planning section, and the lack of any plans to deal with potential traffic increases on Ashtown Lane, the L5100. An Bord Pleanála paid regard to the objectives of the Wicklow County Development Plan 2022-2028 before making their decision to reject the appeal. It is considered that the design and layout of the proposed development does not respond favourably to the topography of the proposed development site in this location and would cause a poor contextual elevation of the proposed development from Ashtown Lane, which would result in the rear of dwellings being visible from the public road. It was also ruled that the proposed development would adversely impact on the visual amenities of the area and would not, therefore, strengthen the character of the area or provide a coherent and legible urban structure. It was also felt that, notwithstanding the relatively short vehicle access route to Junction 18 of the M11 motorway, the proposed development would be premature pending the provision of road improvements to the local road network that would provide ease of movement and avoid conflict between pedestrians/cyclists and traffic, and would therefore constitute a traffic hazard.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Free Speech Does Not Mean Hurting Sentiments of Others: Justice V Ramasubramanian
Hyderabad: 'Free speech does not mean hurting the sentiments of others,' remarked Justice V. Ramasubramanian, Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and former judge of the Supreme Court of India, while addressing a national seminar on Judiciary as the Guardian of Human Rights: An In - Depth Evaluation on Tuesday. Justice Ramasubramanian emphasized the delicate balance courts must maintain when constitutional freedoms come into conflict. 'When two rights compete, the courts must apply extreme caution. In such cases, Article 18 helps determine which right prevails,' he noted. India is not an easy country to govern, he said, highlighting the judiciary's role since Independence and classifying its contributions into four key areas. The first, he said, is facilitating access to justice. 'Facilitating access to justice for the common man is the first step,' he said. Expanding the Scope of Article 21, which guarantees the right to life and liberty, has evolved to include the right to livelihood, dignity, and freedom of movement. The third important contribution, he noted, is uplifting Directive Principles. He explained that the judiciary has interpreted the Directive Principles of State Policy as enforceable by aligning them with Article 21, thereby giving them constitutional strength. The fourth core contribution, he said, is creating laws where none exist. He praised the courts' proactive role in establishing temporary legal frameworks - such as gender sensitization committees for women - in the absence of formal legislation. Justice Dr Shameem Akhtar, Judge of the Telangana High Court, remarked, 'No system is perfect, but ours is evolving towards a more just and compassionate society.' Dr Vidyadhar Bhatt C., Secretary and CEO of the Telangana State Human Rights Commission (TSHRC), stated that in a democratic country, the judiciary is the guardian of human rights. The seminar concluded with a consensus that the judiciary remains the most trusted and consistent guardian of human rights in India. The event was attended by senior members of the bar, law students, civil society representatives, and members of the media.
Irish Independent
13-06-2025
- Irish Independent
Two men arrested for alleged public order offences during protest outside Heuston Station
The group of about 20 people, some carrying Irish flags, had blocked the road in both directions, as well as the Luas tracks outside the Dublin railway station, leading to delays for commuters. The road has since reopened after the gathering, which 'included adults and young children' dispersed, a garda spokesperson said. Gardaí attended and monitored the public gathering in the Dublin 8 area shortly before 7pm this evening. "During the course of the gathering two males, aged in their 20s and 40s, were arrested for alleged public order offences and are currently detained at a Garda Station in Dublin under the Public Order Act.' They added: 'There is a constitutional right to assemble peaceably, subject to statutory provisions. An Garda Síochána respects the right of citizens to exercise their constitutional rights subject to statutory provisions, including the Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 1984 amongst other legislation.' Motorists had been advised to avoid St John's Road West outside the station as a demonstrators are 'blocking all roads and the Luas Red Line', Dublin City Council's Traffic Management Centre said. Red Line Luas services had already been operating with delays this evening due to an earlier medical emergency at Blackhorse, with operators advising commuters to allow for 'additional travel time' as the service is regulated. Dublin Bus services were honouring Luas tickets during the disruption.
Cision Canada
12-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Statement - Government of Canada and labour partners meet to discuss important labour mobility provisions in One Canadian Economy legislation Français
GATINEAU, QC , June 12, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, Minister of Jobs and Families, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, the Minister of Transport and Internal Trade, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Minister of Industry, the Honourable Melanie Joly, and Secretary of State (Labour), the Honourable John Zerucelli, issued the following statement regarding Bill C-5, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act (One Canadian Economy Bill). The statement followed a roundtable discussion around the One Canadian Economy legislation held with the ministers, officials from many departments, including Natural Resources Canada, and representatives from the skilled trades unions, including Canada's Building Trades Unions and members of their executive board, la Fédération des travailleurs et travailleuses du Québec and the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America. "To build Canada strong, we need the strongest workforce in the G7 behind it. The One Canadian Economy Bill is landmark legislation, that will break down federal barriers and build a more resilient, adaptable and mobile workforce. At the heart of this vision is collaboration—with unions, stakeholders and other labour partners— to ensure Canada has the skilled talent It needs to meet the moment. The legislation establishes a framework to recognize provincial and territorial licenses and certifications comparable at the federal level, building on the current momentum of several jurisdictions to improve labour mobility. Together with complimentary provincial and territorial initiatives, it removes obstructive barriers to internal trade, and creates one united economy – not thirteen. This bill also adds to the billions of dollars that the federal government invests in workers, including through provincial and territorial labour market agreements as well as the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy and the Union Training and Innovation Program. It's a nationwide, all hands on deck effort to make sure workers have the skills, experience and support they need in an evolving labour market. We will work across party lines in Parliament to see that this important legislation becomes law. Together, we can support and grow Canada's skilled workforce, unleash the free and open exchange of goods and services across one united economy, and build the nation-building projects our country needs. This is how we meet the challenges of our time—with ambition, unity, and action. Together, we will build the strongest economy in the G7, powered by the best talent in the world."
