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Government launches nationwide Intreo ‘Work & Skills’ roadshows to connect employers with talent
From 2–13 March the Social Protection Department will stage 40 Intreo Work & Skills events nationwide, giving employers rapid access to candidates—including newly arrived migrants—and offering on-site guidance on permits and training. The initiative supports faster labour-market integration for international assignees and their families.
Critics warn of rushed overhaul as Ireland’s new International Protection Bill races through the Dáil
The International Protection Bill cleared the Dáil on 28 February after only limited debate, setting a three-month deadline for asylum decisions, stricter family-reunification rules, and new border procedures. Supporters say the overhaul will clear backlogs and align Ireland with the EU migration pact, but rights groups warn of rushed decisions and legal challenges. Businesses fear reputational damage and tighter scrutiny of foreign staff. The Bill now moves to the Seanad for final approval.
Middle-East airspace closures force Dublin Airport to cancel Gulf flights and issue ‘shelter in place’ advisory
Dublin Airport cancelled flights to Abu Dhabi and Dubai on 28 February after Iran-Israel hostilities prompted the UAE and neighbouring states to close their airspace. Emirates suspended all Dubai operations, while Aer Lingus and Etihad warned of further delays. Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs told citizens in the region to “shelter in place.” Corporates should review duty-of-care and insurance arrangements for staff in the Gulf.
Passport bottlenecks strand Ryanair passengers as EU Entry/Exit System dress-rehearsal turns chaotic
A Ryanair flight left 89 passengers behind in Lanzarote on 28 February after passport-control delays linked to preparations for the EU Entry/Exit System. The incident highlights bottlenecks at Spanish airports just weeks before biometric border checks become compulsory. Irish travellers should expect longer queues in Spain and consider buffer time for connections.
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.