22 July 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie The Metropole Hotel on Mac Curtain Street (in the VQ area, previously known as the Victoria Quarter) has officially unveiled a major refurbishment of the 127-year old hotel’s ground floor area and two ballrooms. The project, which took 12 months to complete, has completely transformed the lobby and... Read More
22 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Know Your Rights: Air Passenger Rights in the European Union Under EU and Irish law, you have certain rights when travelling by air with European airlines. All European airlines, travel agents, tour operators and businesses providing air transport services must observe your rights. What assistance am I entitled... Read More
19 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Jury service is when you are instructed to attend court with other members of the public, so the court can select people to sit on juries for upcoming court cases. Even though you are called for jury service, you may not actually serve on a jury. If you... Read More
17 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Four tourism companies from Ireland – including The Montenotte Hotel – joined Tourism Ireland in Fort Lauderdale in Florida for the annual Global Travel Marketplace (GTM). GTM is a three-day event, involving a programme of bespoke one-to-one appointments and networking sessions. The event offers an excellent opportunity for... Read More
14 July 2025 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Drug Payment Scheme Who can apply for the Drugs Payment Scheme? You must be living in Ireland and intend to live here for a minimum of one year (ordinarily resident). If you have a medical card you should have reduced prescription charges and so you are not eligible for the Drug Payment... Read More
13 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Some social welfare payments can continue after someone dies. The Department of Social Protection has guidelines on payments after the death of a claimant or a dependant. Death of the person claiming a social welfare payment When someone who was getting a social welfare payment dies, their spouse,... Read More
11 July 2025 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Musgrave is a large brand in Ireland. For historical reasons (a Cork founder) its locus of management is in Cork, spread between the Ballycurreen (off Airport Hill) and Tramore Road. The Irish success story is in control of the SuperValu and Centra brands nationwide; some of the stores... Read More
10 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie In 2025, we proudly celebrate 50 years of the Citizens Information Network, a service that has consistently empowered the people of Ireland with access to clear, impartial, and vital information, advice, and advocacy. The journey began in the early 1970s when the National Social Service Council, working with local community... Read More
9 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Four local Cork EUROSPAR Supermarkets have been recognised with a prestigious EUROSPAR Customer First Programme Award, celebrating their outstanding commitment to community-focused retailing. The EUROSPAR Customer First Programme is a benchmark for operational excellence across the EUROSPAR network. These awards are among the most respected in the grocery... Read More
9 July 2025 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie Gurranabraher Credit Union’s main branch on Bakers Road debuted a vibrant new look recently, offering their members a new and innovative approach. The updated branding includes a modern logo and sleek design elements, reflecting the credit union’s commitment to innovation and customer service. Members can look forward to... Read More
All tenancies in West Cork now benefit from rent controls as Rent Pressure Zones expanded countywide
6 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Skibbereen and Bantry local electoral areas now in Rent Pressure Zones (RPZs) From Friday, 20 June 2025 all renters across West Cork will enjoy the same protection, security and certainty following the enactment of the Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Bill 2025, meaning that rent increase restrictions will apply to... Read More
4 July 2025 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Tourism Ireland and partners promote Ireland for corporate meetings and incentive travel ‘Meet in Ireland’ – that’s the message at The Meetings Show in London this week. Tourism Ireland – together with Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Northern Ireland, as part of the ‘Meet in Ireland’ team – is... Read More