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Shannon Airport secures regional-airport status—and access to multimillion-euro connectivity fund
Cabinet’s expansion of the Regional Airports Programme means Shannon Airport now qualifies for route subsidies and capital grants, paving the way for new transatlantic and EU services. The move boosts business connectivity in Ireland’s Mid-West but raises environmental questions. Companies based outside Dublin could soon benefit from shorter travel itineraries.
Ireland flags age-fraud concerns as 30% of ‘child’ asylum applicants deemed adults
New data show that 29% of people who claimed to be unaccompanied minors when seeking asylum in Ireland over the past two years were later assessed to be over-18. The revelation will intensify debate over age-verification rules, stretch Tusla’s resources and may trigger legislative change. Employers and mobility managers should brace for stricter documentation checks and longer processing times for dependants.
Government reassures Mid-West as Shannon Airport expansion championed by Tánaiste
Finance Minister Simon Harris told civic leaders that Shannon Airport remains central to Ireland’s connectivity strategy, even as the Government prepares to scrap Dublin’s passenger cap. Inclusion in the revamped Regional Airports Programme opens the door to €45 million in grants, boosting prospects for new transatlantic and cargo services that are vital to employers in the Mid-West.
National College of Ireland unveils ₹7.5 million scholarship fund to lure Indian post-graduates
To capitalise on surging interest from South Asia, the National College of Ireland has launched ₹7.5 million (€83k) in scholarships for Indian master’s students in high-demand STEM and business fields. The awards, combined with Ireland’s two-year post-study work rights, are expected to boost Indian enrolments and expand the country’s skills pipeline for employers.
Dublin Airport greets arrivals with immersive ‘music wall’ celebrating Irish talent
Dublin Airport has launched an immersive ‘music wall’ in Terminal 1, using sound and light to showcase Irish artists and improve the arrivals flow. Although a soft-touch initiative, it supports the airport’s broader strategy to enhance passenger experience and strengthen Ireland’s cultural brand for business and leisure visitors alike.