AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoN25 Bypass Push in Cork: Cork County Council has signed a €6.8m contract to design the Midleton–Youghal N25 bypass, targeting Castlemartyr and Killeagh and upgrading the Midleton Lakeview roundabout, with public consultation on route options expected by year-end. Rural Business Under Pressure: Vintners’ Federation of Ireland warns rural pubs face an “existential threat” as rising costs drive closures. Ambulance Strike Looms: The National Ambulance Service begins a 24-hour strike from 8am, with the HSE warning of reduced capacity and delays for non-life-threatening calls. Health & Safety Shock: Waterford’s Old Jute Factory blaze cleanup is underway, and Cabinet will discuss supports for affected firms after asbestos monitoring. Work-Life and Weight: A new obesity study links longer annual working hours to higher obesity rates, adding fresh fuel to the debate on work stress and health. EU Health Coordination: The EU is coordinating responses to the hantavirus outbreak after the MV Hondius evacuation, saying risk to the general public remains very low. Sports Spotlight: Offaly rescue a draw with Kilkenny in Leinster SHC, while Monaghan head into the Ulster final with Armagh as favourites.
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