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  Ireland - Wikinfo
Ireland is the third-largest island in Europe and the second largest of the British Isles.
Northern Ireland, capital - Belfast, also referred to as the 'Six Counties' or 'Ulster' (the latter name is slightly confusing for outsiders as it is also the name of the historic province of Ulster which encompasses 3 counties in the Republic and 6 counties in Northern Ireland).
The major religions, the Roman Catholic Church, the Church of Ireland and the Presbyterian Church in Ireland, are organised on an all-island basis.
www.wikinfo.org /wiki.php?title=Ireland   (2248 words)

  
 Communications - Welcome to the School of Communications
The School of Communications at DCU has been the leading provider of taught courses in media communications in Ireland for over twenty years.
The School pioneered the development of teaching in communications, journalism and multimedia at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
The School is the only university department in the state that is focused on media and is one of the largest of its kind in Europe, with 600 undergraduate students, 130 students on taught Masters programmes, and 25 research students.
www.dcu.ie /communications/index.shtml   (331 words)

  
 Focus Ireland - Communications and Education   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Communications plays a key role for Focus Ireland in terms of the work the agency carries out to advocate on behalf of people who are homeless and lobbying to influence policy on key issues relating to homelessness.
Focus Ireland works continuously through a range of media to raise awareness of the many complex issues surrounding homelessness to keep the issue on the national agenda.
Focus Ireland believes that change is possible for the individual and for society, and we work to affect change.
www.focusireland.ie /htm/communications/index.htm   (200 words)

  
 Ireland - Questionz.net , answers to all your questions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
The island of Ireland, named Hibernia by the Romans, is 280 miles (450 km) from North to South and 160 miles (260 km) from West to East.
The Republic of Ireland is also a member of the European Econonomic and Monetary Union.
As such, the Irish Pound was replaced by the Euro as the official currency on the 1st of January, 2002.
www.questionz.net /Countries/Ireland.html   (952 words)

  
 Emergency Communications in Ireland
Radio amateurs from Dublin, Wicklow and Kildare provided emergency communications support for the Ring of Imaal Walk, which was held on the 24th of June in Co. Wicklow.
Emergency communications support at five mountain check-points as well as a base station at the walk headquarters in Donard School were provided by the radio amateurs.
An Óige personnel expressed considerable interest in the value of the communications infrastructure put in place for the event by the radio amateurs.
www.southgatearc.org /news/july2006/emergency_comms_ireland.htm   (112 words)

  
 Electronic Communications Act (Northern Ireland) 2001
Acts of the Northern Ireland Assembly printed from this website are printed under the superintendence and authority of the Controller of HMSO being the Government Printer for Northern Ireland.
It may be reproduced free of charge provided that it is reproduced accurately and that the source and copyright status of the material is made evident to users.
It should be noted that the right to reproduce the text of Acts does not extend to the Government Printer for Northern Ireland imprints which should be removed from any copies of the Act which are issued or made available to the public.
www.opsi.gov.uk /legislation/northernireland/acts/acts2001/20010009.htm   (1758 words)

  
 Broadband Investment in Ireland Review of Progress and Key Policy Requirements Update 2002   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Neither applies in Ireland at the moment – broadband services such as DSL and cable modem are not available on a commercial basis, and the proposed pricing for eircom’s i-stream DSL services places the market for broadband services firmly in Zone A of Exhibit 2.1.
The widespread availability of broadband communications is crucial for the development of the economy and there are real concerns that the required level of investment may not be realised.
Ireland is already behind all of the other developed economies in terms of building a broad base of broadband access.
www.forfas.ie /publications/bband02/2_context.htm   (1097 words)

  
 Intel Education: Global Tour of Intel in Education: Ireland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Throughout Ireland, Intel education initiatives and higher education partnerships are changing lives and creating brighter futures.
The Ireland Teach to the Future program was launched in October 2000 and 6,000 teachers have been trained so far.
The objectives of the Intel Higher Education activities in Ireland are (1) ensuring a pipeline of future technical hires, (2) identifying and funding research of value, and (3) providing opportunities for technical employees to upgrade their skills, knowledge, and qualifications by working with the third-level educational institutions.
www.intel.com /education/projects/global_tour/H_11_ireland   (752 words)

  
 Vodafone Ireland - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Vodafone Ireland, part of the Vodafone Group, is the largest mobile phone company in the Republic of Ireland, and was previously called Eircell.
The mobile phone system in use is a digital GSM 900 system, and also a third-generation UMTS system (the first such 3G system in the Republic of Ireland; see communications in Ireland).
In 2002, Eircell Vodafone was rebranded as Vodafone Ireland plc.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Vodafone_Ireland   (532 words)

  
 Study in Ireland: Irish International Study Abroad Programs
CIS understands that your main reason for traveling to Ireland is to study, but the Summer School at UL also provides you with opportunities to explore the countryside.
Take advantage of the opportunity to study in Dublin, Ireland, a city where more than half the population is under the age of 25.
Through the "Ireland and the Irish" summer study abroad program you will see Ireland through the eyes of the "locals" while spending two weeks studying in and traveling ar...
www.studyabroaddirectory.com /Ireland.cfm   (883 words)

  
 International Parental Child Abduction Republic of Ireland
The mother of a child born out-of-wedlock in Ireland is assumed to have sole and full custody of the child.
However, significant communications such as case status reports and requests for documents are usually channeled through the respective Central Authorities.
It is unnecessary for a left-behind parent to retain a private lawyer in Ireland.
travel.state.gov /family/abduction_ireland.html   (2218 words)

  
 Ryder Cup 2006 » Team Europe » Event Info » Official Partners
Allianz Ireland, part of the global Allianz financial services group, is a leading insurance company specialising in complex corporate and commercial risks, making it an ideal partner for all insurance and risk management services required for The 2006 Ryder Cup.
O2 Ireland is a leading provider of mobile communications in Ireland and will supply Ryder Cup Europe LLP with a full range of interactive mobile services to ensure that visitors to The 2006 Ryder Cup extract maximum enjoyment from the event.
O2 Ireland is also a long term sponsor of the Smurfit European Open, staged annually at The K Club, and leading Irish Tour professional, Padraig Harrington.
www.rydercup.com /2006/europe/event/partners.html   (515 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | Technology | Net protests mount in Ireland
The government is backing the campaign with Dermot Ahern, Minister for Communications in Ireland, calling for flat-rate internet access to be introduced in the Irish Republic as a matter of priority.
Some of the larger firms that have made their base in Ireland have overcome the lack of reliable and fast connections by having their own networks installed.
The situation currently being experienced by providers and consumers in Ireland has striking similarities to the campaign in the UK three years ago which led to BT rolling out unmetered access in the UK in the summer of 2000.
news.bbc.co.uk /2/hi/technology/2377447.stm   (752 words)

  
 Transcripts of Electoral Communications in Northern Ireland
For the rest, their communications were too large to transcribe them all, so we have taken only the concluding paragraphs or other central material off them.
Community initiatives promoting cross-border trade, diversification of the rural economy and the regeneration of the urban environment
The maintenance and improvement of Northern Ireland's economic and social welfare are vital to the whole community.
www.wesleyjohnston.com /users/ireland/today/ni_euro_transcripts.html   (1375 words)

  
 Broadband Investment in Ireland Review of Progress and Key Policy Requirements Update 2002   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Communications Regulation Bill 2002, comments on some of the individual heads, an analysis of how the proposals address the concerns raised in Broadband Telecommunications Investment in Ireland report, and comments on issues which are omitted from consideration in the proposed legislation.
The draft Communications Regulation Bill 2002 is designed to provide a regulatory regime for the telecoms industry, which reflects the major technological, market, and competitive changes that have affected the industry in recent years.
The proposals are based on the premise that the pace of development in the communications sector is such that efficient regulation is a pre-requisite for competitiveness.
www.forfas.ie /publications/bband02/4_assessment.htm   (2246 words)

  
 Powell's Books - Ireland
A delightful and illuminating look into a crucial but little known "hinge" of history in which the author shows that the Irish were not only conservators of civilization, but became shapers of the medieval mind, putting their unique stamp on Western...
This work presents images and impressions of villages in Ireland which as well as being beautiful are working, living communities.
Brian Lenihan was for many years a significant member of Ireland's Fianna Fail party, the party of Eamon de Valera which began back in the 1920s.
www.powells.com /psection/Ireland.html   (877 words)

  
 Noel Dempsey - Ireland’s minister for broadband suppression at Tom Raftery’s I.T. views
This is the face in incompetence in Ireland.
This is the face of Ireland’s Minister for broadband suppression.
This is the face of the minister of communications in Ireland who has presided over Ireland’s languishing:
www.tomrafteryit.net /noel-dempsey-irelands-minister-for-broadband-suppression   (280 words)

  
 RTE Business - Loughrey to replace Holden at Bank of Ireland
Bank of Ireland has announced the appointment of Dan Loughrey as head of group corporate communications, replacing David Holden.
Dan Loughrey is 49 and is currently corporate affairs director and a member of the board of Aer Lingus with responsibility for the airline's internal and external communications in Ireland and abroad.
Previously Loughrey was a senior press officer in the Revenue Commissioners, where he established the communications function.
www.rte.ie /business/2003/1216/boi.html   (116 words)

  
 ICT Ireland
ICT Ireland is the representative lobby group for the high tech or knowledge sector within IBEC (Irish Business Employers Confederation).
ICT Ireland's vision for 2006-2009 is to ensure that Ireland retains and extends a global leadership role in information and communications technology.
The association provides leadership and direction on a number of key strategic issues, including competitiveness, skills and education, research & development, trade, human resources, the knowledge economy.
www.ictireland.ie   (94 words)

  
 Ireland Computer Networks & Communications : Index Ireland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Digiweb - Digiweb is Ireland’s leading broadband provider - servicing business, public sector, and home customers with high speed internet access from its Wireless, Satellite, and DSL networks.
Drury Communications - Drury Communications is a full service communications consultancy.
We provide strategic and tactical advice and implementation services to clients on making maximum use of communications in their businesses.
indexireland.com /computers_and_internet/networks_and_comms/more5.htm   (334 words)

  
 Broadband Wireless Business Magazine
The Commission for Communications Regulation (ComReg) is soliciting applications from parties interested in providing broadband wireless services in the 10 GHz and 26 GHz licensed frequency bands in Ireland.
ComReg is a regulatory authority for telephone, cable and radio communications in Ireland.
According to ComReg's announcement, Ireland was one of the first European countries to license broadband wireless networks and has pioneered the introduction of license-exempt broadband wireless access service in the 5 GHz band.
www.shorecliffcommunications.com /magazine/news.asp?news=1388   (181 words)

  
 Tag Archive for ireland at Tom Raftery’s I.T. views
ireland jajah landline mobile nokia n70 Telecoms voipI have been using Jajah’s service to make cheap calls from my landline (15c per minute from Ireland to Spanish mobiles) but I have failed to get it working on my mobile.
broadband incompetence ireland minister for broadband suppression noel dempseyThis is the face in incompetence in Ireland.
You are currently browsing the Tom Raftery's I.T. views weblog archives for 'ireland' tag.
www.tomrafteryit.net /index.php?tag=ireland   (601 words)

  
 Church of Ireland Press Releases » Church tests communications skills   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Church of Ireland communications in print media and websites is being judged by a top panel of professionals as the church’s annual magazine and website competition reaches its final stages.
The judges this year are (shown left to right): Mrs Rosalind Rogers, Head of the School of Communications, UUJ; Mr Jonathan Martin, Managing Director, J Martin Associates; Mr Rodney Miller, Chartered Designer; Rev Dr Bert Tosh, Head of Religious Broadcasting BBC(NI).
The results of the competition will be announced by Archbishop Robin Eames at the Church of Ireland General Synod in Armagh on Thursday, 13 May 2004.
www.ireland.anglican.org /pressreleases/releases.php?p=83   (199 words)

  
 Rally Ireland - - Rally Ireland shortlisted for PR Award
Short-listed in the ‘Media Relations’ section, this nomination has come at a critical time for the event, which is due to learn in the coming months, if its bid for a round of the World Rally Championship (WRC) has been successful.
Rally Ireland is the most ambitious cross-border sporting event and is sponsored by Fáilte Ireland and the Northern Ireland Events Company.
Based in the North West of Ireland, the 700 km long event is targeting a place in the 2007/08 World Championship which is broadcast to over 700 million people in more than 180 countries.
www.rallyireland.org /news.aspx?article=97   (279 words)

  
 ntl Ireland   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Swissphone, a leading supplier of mobile communications solutions, has appointed ntl Radio Communications as its distributor in Ireland for a range of messaging products, including specialist paging systems and mobile alarming products of particular interest to organisations with extremely time critical message notification requirements.
ntl Radio Communications’ business unit is a major systems integrator for the provision of radio communications network solutions, installation and maintenance services to the Irish and UK Public Safety Market.
Explaining ntl’s success in the market, Pat Walls continued: "With over 40 years’ experience in radio communications and a dedication to customer support, we are able to give objective reviews of our customers’ requirements and provide the most appropriate communications network solution.
www.ntl.com /locales/ie/en/press/display.asp?id=441   (393 words)

  
 U.S. Navcommsta Londonderry Alumni Association, Northern Ireland
U.S. Naval communications in Northern Ireland began out of necessity when the U.S. Naval Operating Base (NOB) at Londonderry became a center of military activity at the beginning of World War II.
Allied communications centered around a radio facility which was established as an integral part of the Naval Operating Base (NOB) on 3 February 1942.
U.S. NAVCOMMSTA Londonderry was disestablished on September 30, 1977, ending a 35-year history of U.S. Naval communications in Londonderry, N.I., and ending what had been a very long and close relationship of U.S. Navy sailors with the Londonderry community.
navcommsta-londonderry.freeservers.com /nst3.htm   (727 words)

  
 NetBotz - Physical Security, Environmental Monitoring, and IT Surveillance
Crescent Communications is a professional services technology company offering high-value business solutions to clients ranging from small businesses to governmental departments.
By becoming Ireland`s first NetBotz Accredited Reseller we feel that we can offer our customers affordable and capable physical threat security to protect their IT assets.
Dave Watkins, NetBotz Managing Director for EMEA said, "We are pleased to announce our partnership with Crescent Communications in Ireland and look forward to expanding our customer base across the country.
www.netbotz.com /languages/en/news_press/040204.html   (598 words)

  
 Watson Wyatt Europe - News, Publications   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
An update of recent developments in the pensions industry in Ireland including the current status of legislation.
A number of our leading consultants give their views and provide perspectives on topical issues affecting our clients in the areas of benefits, investment, people, insurance and communications in Ireland.
A quarterly publication containing a recent history of past financial and economic statistics for Ireland as well as new figures which have become available since the previous issue.
www.watsonwyatt.com /europe/news/publications.asp?pubtype=2   (153 words)

  
 Communications in Ireland - Definition, explanation
Communications in the Republic of Ireland, including postal services run by An Post, are regulated to a large extent by the Commission for Communications Regulation (ComReg), the Minister for Communications, Marine & Natural Resources; has overall responsibility for national policy and regulation.
Much of Ireland's communications infrastructure is modern and digital, however in several sectors there are competitive disadvantages to overcome due to the uncompetitive nature of the economy of Ireland.
Representing 20,000 workers and teleworkers in the communications, online, distribution and computer industries, both employed and...
www.calsky.com /lexikon/en/txt/c/co/communications_in_ireland.php   (471 words)

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