John Gallen writes:
One for the older readers…
Author Archives: Bodger
‘Putin’.
More old school animation from the west of Ireland made out of paper and paint.
None of your computer jiggery.
YIKES!
This morning.
Dublin Castle, Dublin 2
Twins Joya (left) and Priya Hobson from Junk Ensemble’s new young people’s dance show “The Veiled Ones” help announce the Dublin Fringe Festival 2021 programme, running from September 11 – 26.
Any excuse.
Last night.
Legal academics Mariead Enright and Aoife O’Donoghue joined Mother and Baby Home activists Breeda Murphy and Frank Brehany to discuss a new alternative Mother and Baby Home ‘Executive Summary’.
Maiiread, Aoife and 23 other scholars last week published a detailed draft based on evidence given to the Mother and Baby Home Commission of Investigation. It posits starkly different conclusions using the same evidence, while remaining within the original Terms of Reference.
This is the 20th in a series of showing look at all aspects of the Mother and baby Home Report. They can be viewed here.
Rewritten ‘Executive Summary’ available here
Original ‘Executive Summary’ here
Rights and the Mother and Baby Homes Report Launch (TU Dublin)
Previously: This Cannot Stand
President Michael D Higgins
Having considered the Health (Amendment) (No.2) Bill 2021, the President has signed the Bill and it has accordingly become law.
— President of Ireland (@PresidentIRL) July 21, 2021
This morning.
President Higgins has signed into law measures that will deny access to pubs and restaurants to the unvaxxed.
Earlier: A Scanner Darkly
Meanwhile…
A very sad day for Irish democracy. From now on, many restaurants and pubs will be direct collaborators with medical vax discrimination.
And this was made possible with the full support of people who represented the hospitality industry. https://t.co/5wEc5QQi6L
— David Thunder (@davidjthunder) July 21, 2021
This morning.
Dublin Castle, Dublin 2.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin speaking to media as he arrived at Dublin Castle ahead of this morning’s meeting of the Cabinet.
it is likely to discuss the reopening of indoor dining, although the decision to go ahead from next Monday has already been taken.
A Covid scanner is being developed by Government to allow businesses to check certs.
Some details remain to be agreed and the guidelines will not be published until the legislation underpinning them is signed into law.
The Vintners Federation of Ireland said members will ask customers about vaccination and check for certificates.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin said the vaccine programme is rolling out very effectively.
He said people need to be vigilant in the coming weeks, adding, “we have all got to adhere to the guidelines no matter how tired we are of this pandemic”.
Covid scanner planned as indoor dining details to be finalised (RTÉ)
This morning.
Former minister and leader of the Progressive Democrats Des O’Malley has died aged 82.
RIP.
Ex-Progressive Democrat leader Des O’Malley has died (RTE)
Update:
Mary Harney and Des O Malley outside the door of Dáil Eireann after Mr. O’Malley was expelled from the Fianna Fáil Parliamentary Party because he opposed party leader Charles Haughey taking over responsibility for Northen Ireland policy, May 18, 1984
This morning.
“Des O’Malley was a great friend and mentor. We had an enduring friendship that spanned 40 years. He spoke the truth and matched it with his actions. At a very troubled time in our country, his bravery was rare. He was the finest public servant I have had the privilege to know. May he rest in peace with his beloved wife, Pat.”
Former minister Mary Harney. a founder member of the Progressive Democrats alongside Des O’Malley.
This morning.
Kipkeno writes:
Credit to the department of Foreign Affairs! I used their online facility to apply for a new passport yesterday morning and received a shiny new one (above) courtesy of An Post this morning.
Credit where it is Due! A happy potential traveller!
Fight!
Poxed
at
Private Eye.
On shelves tomorrow.
Thanks Bernard