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Shoppers urged to leave packaging in supermarkets as part of campaign

However, retailers warn of ‘litter law implications’ if waste left behind

DCU to become plastic-free by 2020

Friends of the Earth targets supermarket packaging on day of action in April

Environment: a legal milestone

High Court’s recognition of constitutional right to environmental protection is to be commended

DAA warns curbs on new Dublin runway could cost 17,000 jobs

An Bord Pleanála imposed conditions when granting permission for the runway in 2007

Travelling with kids: tips and tricks for a stress-free trip

It’s family holiday time – whether you’re going by car, boat or plane, avoid tantrums, boredom and bickering with our ultimate guide to going away with children

Creative retreats, opera and TV holidays to soothe your soul

Check-In: the art behind violin production in Paris and Puccini with Marty Whelan

The secret to a home office: it has to feel like a place of work

Working from home can be a joy – but it’s essential to adapt your space

Norwegian Air’s proposed Boston flights opposed by US congressman Peter DeFazio

Representative one of a group asked by Irish business to support the service in May

Richard Boyd Barrett to present Bill to prohibit fracking

TD will present proposals to completely ban hydraulic fracturing for shale gas in State

CRC fundraising arm writes off €3m pension loan

Dublin-based care centre for people with disabilities cannot ‘undo’ actions of past

Loneliness: the next big global health problem?

It is predicted that loneliness could reach epidemic proportions by 2030 – and it is very bad for your health

Sinn Féin’s evolving funding stream from Irish-America

The party’s US arm has over two decades built a formidable fundraising operation

Wildlife expert continues bike tour to celebrate island’s biodiversity

Merlin Woods one of 60 sensitive habitats on itinerary

EU-US trade talks still have some distance to travel

Europe wants a trade deal wrapped up by the end of 2014 but US politics may delay any potential pact

HSE to investigate if charity money was used to top up salary at Central Remedial Clinic

Charity linked to clinic has €14 million at a time of cuts to services, committee hears

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