Image by huoadg5888 from Pixabay The Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has reported a 75% increase in the amount of cases submitted for criminal prosecution in 2023. The amount of case files has increased from 17 to 33 cases. The ISPCA currently has nine inspectors across the country. When an animal cruelty case gets … [Read more...] about ISPCA report 75% increase in cases submitted for criminal prosecution
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South Africa brings Israel before International Court of Justice, accuses Israel of committing genocide
Image of the International Court of Justice, from Wikipedia South Africa are accusing Israel of committing genocide against the Palestinian population in Gaza in a landmark trial taking place in the United Nation’s (UN) International Court of Justice (ICJ). The hearing, which began on January 11 in The Hague in the Netherlands, opened with a litany of charges … [Read more...] about South Africa brings Israel before International Court of Justice, accuses Israel of committing genocide
Galway County Councillor Colm Keaveney accused of driving under the influence of cocaine.
Former TD and current Galway County Councillor Colm Keaveney has appeared before Tuam District Court on January 23, faces one count with driving under the influence of cocaine.Mr Keaveney (53), with an address of Kilcrevanty, Tuam, Co. Galway, did not appear in court, and was represented by his solicitor, Martina Moran.The incident allegedly happened in June of 2023, in Cummer, … [Read more...] about Galway County Councillor Colm Keaveney accused of driving under the influence of cocaine.
Chief Justice O’Donnell interviewed by University of Galway student and academic
Photo by Léa Heuillet The University of Galway Law Review hosted Chief Justice Donal O’Donnell at an interview organised by the Law Review and the University of Galway School of Law. Mayor of Galway, Eddie Hoare, led the delegation that welcomed the Honourable Mr Chief Justice Donal O’Donnell to the O’Donoghue Centre in Galway. The interview comprised of two segments, … [Read more...] about Chief Justice O’Donnell interviewed by University of Galway student and academic
Galway homelessness numbers increase in November as concern grows
Image by Brigitte Werner from Pixabay Since November 2023, an increase in homelessness has been reported within Galway with an increase of individuals seeking emergency accommodation, including a number of children. Figures released by the Department of Housing show the number of homeless people has increased from 261 in October to 273 in November, including … [Read more...] about Galway homelessness numbers increase in November as concern grows