Irish Government warns asylum accommodation is at ‘breaking point’ amid record arrivals
Two deaths and 61 ‘critical incidents’ this year put spotlight on safety in Ireland’s asylum centres
Air Transat strike threatens Canada–Ireland holiday traffic as carrier suspends flights
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Campaign to ‘reclaim’ Irish flag counters rise in anti-immigrant symbolism
A new grassroots initiative led by activist Natasha O’Brien encourages businesses and communities to display the Irish flag as an emblem of unity after anti-immigrant groups adopted it at protests. Multinationals are backing the effort, viewing it as a simple but powerful tool to reassure incoming talent and protect Ireland’s welcoming reputation.
Severe weather and strikes trigger 11 cancellations, 163 delays at Dublin as Europe sees 4,800 flights disrupted
Storms, labour shortages and strikes caused more than 4,800 flight delays and cancellations in Europe on 6 December, including 174 disruptions at Dublin Airport. Businesses should prepare for further volatility and ensure travellers know their EU261 entitlements.
Opinion: Dublin’s U.S. Pre-clearance still confuses travellers—should the model be overhauled?
A 6 December blog post describing double security checks at Dublin’s U.S. Pre-clearance lounge has rekindled calls to streamline the process. While Pre-clearance speeds entry into the U.S., inconsistent screening can add time for connecting passengers.