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Ireland Represented At Ministerial Meeting Of EU Internet Forum in Brussels

EU Internet Forum endorsed a revised EU Online Crisis Response Framework, to enable a joint response to protect users online in times of crisis, and ensure the timely removal of content related to suspected terrorist or violent extremist attacks.
Discussed addressing the emerging threat of nihilistic extremism.
Discussed collective actions to protect minors from being radicalised online.
Exchanged views on innovative approaches to tackling antisemitism and anti-Muslim hatred online.

Mr Niall Collins TD, (Minister of State with special responsibility for International Law, Law Reform and Youth Justice), represented Ireland at a Ministerial Meeting of the EU Internet Forum in Brussels yesterday.

The EU Internet Forum (EUIF) was launched by the Commission in December 2015 and addresses the misuse of the internet for terrorist purposes through two main actions:

reducing accessibility to terrorist content online
increasing the volume of effective alternative narratives online

The Forum’s activities also cover the fight against child sexual abuse online (since 2019), drug trafficking online and trafficking in human beings online (since 2022).

The Forum brings together relevant EU Ministers, technology companies and experts to discuss and advance responses to terrorism, violent extremism and illegal content online.

At the meeting, Ministers endorsed a revised EU Online Crisis Response Framework for the rapid removal of online content relating to terrorist attacks. This new Framework builds on the EU Internet Forum Protocol which was developed in the aftermath of the Christchurch terrorist attack in 2019, footage of which circulated widely online at the time.

The new Framework includes additional measures to enable Member States’ law enforcement authorities to share early warning alerts with other EU Internet Forum members in case of a suspected terrorist or violent extremist attack. This will allow for better monitoring and quicker action in case the situation develops into an online crisis.

The meeting also contained two round table discussions, the first of which opened with a presentation by Professor Ms Maura Conway (Dublin City University and member of the EU Knowledge Hub Research Committee) on the threat landscape and risks to minors stemming from terrorism and violent extremism online.

Increasingly, these risks are interlinked with other harms, such as exploitation, self-harm, child sexual abuse and recruitment into organised crime. The presentation served as an introduction for the round table discussion on innovative actions and cooperation to better protect children online.

The second round table session opened with a presentation by Ms Sasha Havlicek, [Co-Founder and CEO of the Institute for Strategic Dialogue (ISD)], on the increase of anti-Semitism and anti-Muslim hatred online. Ministers and industry representatives then discussed actions being taken and required to effectively tackle this issue.

Thurles Planning Alerts From Tipperary County Council.

Application Ref: 2660179.
Applicant: John & Lorraine McLoughlin.
Development Address: 3 The Glebe, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Development Description: the following works: a) demolition of the existing single storey rear extension; b) proposed new 2-storey extension to the rear of the existing dwelling; c) associated alterations to existing dwelling external elevations to accommodate proposed new extension & internal layout; d) all associated site works. RETENTION PERMISSION is also sought for e) the existing shed structure; f) retention of the existing widened vehicular entrance & all associated site works.
Status: N/A
Application Received: 01/03/2026.
Decision Date: N/A
Further Details: http://www.eplanning.ie/TipperaryCC/AppFileRefDetails/2660179/0

Application Ref: 2660172.
Applicant: Tom and Theresa Ryan.
Development Address: Abbey Road, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Development Description: a single storey rear extension to existing dwelling house, a domestic shed, rear vehicular entrance and all associated site works.
Status: N/A.
Application Received: 26/02/2026.
Decision Date: N/A.
Further Details: http://www.eplanning.ie/TipperaryCC/AppFileRefDetails/2660172/0.

Application Ref: 2660164.
Applicant: Sola Energy Solutions.
Development Address: Lands To Rear Of Rosendale and 4 Friar Street & To North-West of Croke Gardens, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Development Description: demolitions and construction of 12 no. residential units (10 No. 2-bedroom houses & 2 no. 1-bedroom apartments) and all ancillary site development works and services consisting of: 1). demolition of part of the existing boundary wall to west of site & all existing structures on site; 2). removal of existing surface car parking spaces to west of site; 3). construction of 12 no. residential units in 2 no. 2-storey plus pitched roof blocks. Block A will consist of 2 no. 1-bedroom apartments & 4 no. 2-bedroom houses and Block B will consist of 6 no. 2-bedroom houses; 4). Construction of new vehicular and pedestrian entrance/ egress to west of site onto adjoining roadway & 5). All associated ancillary car parking, bicycle parking, refuse stores, signage, landscaping, boundary treatments, and all site development works and services.
Status: N/A.
Application Received: 25/02/2026.
Decision Date: N/A.
Further Details: http://www.eplanning.ie/TipperaryCC/AppFileRefDetails/2660164/0.

Application Ref: 2561352.
Applicant: Sean Purcell.
Development Address: Mitchel Street, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Development Description: 2 new offices to the rear of my site with all associated siteworks
Status: Refused.
Application Received: 22/12/2025.
Decision Date: 24/02/2026.
Further Details: http://www.eplanning.ie/TipperaryCC/AppFileRefDetails/2561352/0.

Death Of Kathleen O’Reilly, Formerly Of Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

It was with a great sadness that we learned of the death, on Monday 2nd March 2026, of Mrs Kathleen O’Reilly (née O’Donnell), Clondalkin, Co. Dublin and formerly of Killenaule, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Pre-deceased by her beloved husband Harry; Mrs O’Reilly passed away peacefully at her place of ordinary residence.

Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; loving son Eric, her daughter-in-law MJ, grandchildren Shauna, Ben and Jason, great-grandchild Tadhg, her beloved partner Bobby, brother and sisters Billy, Ann and TJ, nieces, nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and friends.

Requiescat in Pace.

Funeral Arrangements.

The earthly remains of Mrs O’Reilly will repose at Brian McElroy, Funeral Home, Monastery Road, Clondalkin Village, (Eircode D22 K602) on Friday afternoon, March 6th 2026 from 3:00pm until 5:00pm.
Her remains will be received into the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Clondalkin Village, Dublin 22, on Saturday morning, March 7th, to further repose for Requiem Mass at 11:00am, followed by cremation at Newlands Cross Crematorium, Ballymount Road, Ballymount Great, Dublin 24, (Eircode D24 K1CY) at 12:30pm.

For those persons who would wish to attend Requiem Mass for Mrs O’Reilly, but for reasons cannot, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
For those persons who would wish to view her Service of Cremation, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.

The extended O’Reilly and O’Donnell families wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.

Note Please: Family flowers only. The O’Reilly family have asked for those who are attending the funeral to wear bright clothing.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

Tributes Paid As Cistercian Community Set To Leave Roscrea, Co. Tipperary.

Bishop Monahan Pays Tribute as Cistercian Community to Leave Roscrea for Mellifont.

Bishop Fintan Monahan of Killaloe has expressed deep sadness following confirmation that the Cistercian Community of Our Lady of Silence Abbey, Roscrea (formerly Mount Saint Joseph’s Abbey), is to relocate to Mellifont Abbey in Co Louth.

The Bishop noted that, since 1878, the abbey has been a cherished and faithful presence in the pastoral life of the Diocese of Killaloe, holding “a special place in the hearts of the people of Roscrea”, including all who prayed and worshipped there, generations of pupils, (former students, included former Taoiseach Mr Brian Cowen and former Tánaiste Mr Dick Spring), and staff connected with the school on the grounds since 1905, and those who benefited from retreats and the hospitality of the guesthouse. He also acknowledged the importance of the farm on the college grounds to the wider local community.

As stated, the abbey was founded in 1878 by a group of 32 monks from Mount Melleray Abbey, County Waterford. A number of years earlier Arthur John Moore MP of County Tipperary had visited Mt Melleray petitioning for it. The church was later opened for worship in 1883, on 600 acres in Mount Heaton, Roscrea, and a Boarding school, Cistercian College, Roscrea, was founded in 1905.

Bishop Monahan paid tribute to the contribution of the monks and school staff to education, highlighting the respected tradition of the boarding school and its strong sporting ethos. He confirmed that the Cistercians will continue as patrons of Cistercian College, ensuring the Cistercian spirit remains central to school life.

He said the abbey’s greatest gift has been its spiritual witness, including the long-standing availability of the Sacrament of Reconciliation and the enduring legacy of figures such as Dom Eugene Boylan OCSO.

While acknowledging local disappointment, Bishop Monahan said he understands the decision follows prolonged prayerful discernment and reflects wider rationalisation in Church life today. He offered gratitude to Dom Rufus and the community, assuring them of prayers and good wishes as they undertake this transition.

Thurles Gardaí Shut Down Over 500 Suspected Illegal IPTV Accounts.

Gardaí Shut Down Over 500 Suspected Illegal IPTV Accounts Following Thurles Search Operation.

An Garda Síochána has confirmed that more than 500 accounts, suspected of accessing illegal TV streaming services, have been shut down following an intelligence-led operation conducted in Thurles, Co. Tipperary.

Gardaí searched a domestic residence in the Thurles area on Monday, March 2nd 2026, as part of an operation targeting the alleged provision of illegal streaming services and money laundering offences.

During the search, electronic devices were seized for examination. No arrests have been made at this time. However, a file is being prepared for submission to the Director of Public Prosecutions.

Background.
Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) delivers TV content over broadband or internet connections. The use of unauthorised IPTV services, often accessed through modified streaming devices commonly referred to as “dodgy boxes”, which may constitute a copyright offence under Irish law.

Under Section 140 of the Copyright and Related Rights Act 2000, certain copyright offences can carry significant penalties, including fines and imprisonment upon conviction on indictment.

Wider Context.
In separate reporting, Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) has confirmed it has been engaging with Sky regarding the company’s efforts to tackle illegal streaming, including the proposed use of personal data in anti-piracy activity, subject to data protection requirements.