There was a 29 per cent increase in applications for divorce last year.
Nearly 5,300 were lodged with the courts, compared to less than 4,100 the previous year.
There was only a 5 per cent increase in 2019.
Consultant psychiatrist Patricia Casey, from the Hermitage Medical Clinic in Dublin, believes last year's rise was partly pandemic-related.
Arklow Wastewater Treatment Plant Opens.
An Taoiseach Micheál Martin and the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, have officially opened the new €139 million Arklow Wastewater Treatment Plant
EPA Report Shows Water Quality At Wicklow Beaches In Good Health
According to the Environment Protection Agency (EPA)’s Bathing Water Quality Report 2024, the quality of the majority of our bathing waters is rated either “excellent” or “good”.
School Kids Need Better Bus Services In County.
A Wicklow councillor is raising the plight of students who are forced to attend school in another town because of the shortage of places
Wicklow County Council Purchases 21 Acre Site Overlooking Magheramore Beach
Wicklow County Council has announced the successful purchase of a 21-acre parcel of land at Magheramore Beach in Wicklow.
Tanaiste Signs Joint Statement Calling On Israel To Show Restraint In The War In Gaza
It comes as Israel prepares to ramp up its campaign against Hamas, with plans which could see it take control of the entire enclave.
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