AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSettlement Sanctions: The UK, France and Canada have moved to ban trade in goods from illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, with the UK targeting specific companies and services linked to settlement expansion. Local Food & Markets: Dublin’s new Liberty Park lunchtime market off Foley Street launches a four-week pilot, featuring Portuguese trader Miguel Lopes selling custard tarts made with Kerrygold butter, Irish milk and free-range eggs. Broadband & Rural Access: National Broadband Ireland says fibre is coming to Claremorris and surrounding Mayo areas, with 1,401 homes and businesses able to order high-speed service. Children’s Books: Children’s Books Ireland has released a free guide to the best Irish titles of 2026, including Donegal author Isla McGuckin’s “Oakie,” with reviews in English and Gaeilge. Health Watch: Measles jab uptake is “lower than anticipated” in Ireland, with MMR1 at 87.6% in Q2 2025, despite catch-up efforts. Culture & Media: RTÉ KIDS’ “Nero’s Class” returns for its final series on the RTÉ Listen app, wrapping up the Mrunglody mystery. Sport & Community: All-Ireland Masters finals take place in Cavan, with Dublin and Donegal contesting the Mickey Loftus Cup decider. LGBTQ+ History: The original 1978 Rainbow Flag is on loan in Cork for a new permanent exhibition on LGBTQ+ history at the Cork Public Museum.
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