Construction work is to begin on a massive solar farm in South Roscommon shortly. It is projected that the Taduff Solar Park could power up to 20,000 homes with renewable energy, and provide a Community Benefit Fund worth approximately €180,000 per annum. The development will see 19 single storey inverter/transformer stations; a single storey substation and access road; a single storey customer substation, and a single storey spare parts container, as well as a boundary security fencing with access gates, CCTV security cameras, and landscaping works. As part of the 20 planning conditions, the developer, now EDF power solutions Ireland, will pay a development contribution of €180,000 to the council. A statement from EDF power solutions Ireland described the imminent works later this month as “a key milestone”.

TUS seeks new members for its governing bodyThe Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) has issued a call for expressions of interest to serve as external members of its governing body, offering an opportunity to help shape the future of one of Ireland’s newest and fastest-growing universities. Chairperson of the TUS Governing Body Josephine Feehily said the university’s progress in a short period reflects both its ambition and its strong commitment to widening participation in higher education. Expressions of interest are now invited from suitably qualified individuals for upcoming vacancies on the TUS Governing Body. Established under the Technological Universities Act 2018, TUS is governed by a 19-member Governing Body. External members typically commit up to 20 days per year, including participation in Governing Body meetings and committees supporting the university’s governance and strategic development.

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Zinedine Zidane reaches 'verbal agreement' over new job after Man Utd linksZinedine Zidane has long been linked with a move to Manchester United but it appears that the Frenchman will not be moving to Old Trafford after all with a different job now on offerView 2 Images Zinedine Zidane is set to return to management (Image: Getty Images)Zinedine Zidane is set to become France’s new manager, with an appointment seemingly close. ‌He has regularly been linked with taking the reins at Manchester United, while the French national team have long admired him. ‌And it appears that Zidane could finally be set to return to the dugout over the coming months. According to Le Parisien, the 53-year-old has reached a verbal agreement with the nation to take the reins from Didier Deschamps after this summer’s World Cup. Zidane had previously hinted that he was closing in on a return to management earlier this season.

Allianz HL Division 1A: Limerick 2-27 Galway 0-31CONTINUED changing of the guard. Limerick’s new leaders assumed further responsibility, the Galway kids further announced themselves. Two minutes on again, English won a turnover well inside his own half, picked out O’Neill, and Limerick were once more temporarily steadied. Aaron Gillane of Limerick signs autographs after the Allianz Hurling League Division 1A match between Limerick and Galway at TUS Gaelic Grounds in Limerick. GALWAY: D Fahy; J Ryan, C Trayers, D Morrissey; R Glennon, P Mannion, C Fahy; TJ Brennan, C Daniels; T Killeen, C Mannion, A Niland; T Monaghan, J Rabbitte, C Whelan.

A British fitness instructor is fighting for her life in a Saudi intensive care unit as bombs rain down on Riyadh. Laura Storr, 35, from Shenfield, Essex, moved to the desert kingdom in 2020 to help open a boutique gym - only to be struck down two years years later by a rare and incurable lung disease. The condition, pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD), is rare, rapidly progressive and has no cure - leaving a lung transplant as her only option. It's just really, really hard, awful.' A protein injection for the condition is also being trialled on a patient in the UK, where Laura could access it privately.

A turf war breaks out between Kerry, Galway and Mayo when the origin of that aphorism comes up. When the late Kerry South TD was first elected to the Dáil, he was being interviewed on RTÉ by the august Brian Farrell, who asked him who he represented. “The plain people of Ireland,” Healy-Rae responded. “And who are these people?” the late broadcaster probed. “The people who eat their dinner in the middle of the day,” the Independent TD replied.

Met Office Wales forecast shows warm weather not likely to lastIt looks like it will be a slightly cooler week aheadView 3 Images The return of clouds as Wales head into a slightly cooler week (Image: Getty Images)Following a largely pleasant week across Wales, with unusually mild and sunny days for mid‑March, the Met Office's latest 10-day forecast indicates the sunshine will give way to more changeable, seasonally typical conditions in the coming days. ‌The beginning of the week is expected to start off relatively dry for many parts of Wales. According to the Met Office, Monday (March 23) should see the driest conditions of the period with a mostly dry day, bright or sunny spells at times, and only light winds. Highs may struggle to climb above 7 to 8°C in some areas, although brief spells of sunshine are likely between showers. ‌Thursday will bring a return to drier weather, the Met Office predicts, with most of Wales seeing some morning sunshine.

Martin Breheny: My friend Michael Lyster – the consummate professional who made it all look so simpleWe met 50 years ago next week and I’ll never forget his words of wisdomMichael Lyster presenting 'The Sunday Game'Martin Breheny Today at 06:30If Michael Lyster knew I was writing a piece about him, his reaction would be swift and direct: “None of that old rubbish – throw it in the bin.”

UK tourists stranded abroad as new passport requirements leaves them stuckNew rules have seen at least three British teenagers unable to returnNew British passport rule causing UK tourists to be stranded in EUA fresh passport regulation is leaving UK holidaymakers stranded overseas. New stipulations for dual nationals have resulted in at least three British teenagers being unable to return home. All are dual British nationals. She has her British birth certificate with her and photos of both her parents' British passports and proof of residence in the UK. "The home secretary needs to get a move on and urgently provide a low-cost and quick alternative for dual nationals stuck abroad.

UK tourists updated by Foreign Office in 'exceptional' Portugal travel updateThe FCDO has updated its Portugal travel adviceForeign Office changes Portugal travel advice and issues 'exceptional' updateThe Foreign Office has revised its travel advice for Portugal, issuing an "exceptional" update for UK holidaymakers. ‌The FCDO has provided "updated information on staying in Portugal for longer than 90 days in exceptional circumstances." ‌"If you're in Portugal with a residence permit or long-stay visa, this does not count towards your 90-day visa-free limit." When applying for a Portugal visa, the initial step involves determining the type of visa required and verifying your eligibility to apply for it, reports Birmingham Live. Article continues belowAfter completing your visa form, you'll need to schedule an appointment to provide your fingerprints and photograph at a Visa Application Centre.

“We felt if we had lost that we could have found ourselves out of the title race so it was really important for us,” she said. It was another late winner with Rosie Livingstone netting with just a minute of regulation time remaining. Georgia Timms slotted in from close range to cancel out Jess Fitzgerald had given Hibs the lead only for Georgia Timms to level the scores before Livingstone's late winner. Kelly Clark opened the scoring against Thistle after just three minutes before then netting a 94th minute winner to keep Celtic's title ambitions alive. Olivia King scored a fine free-kick in the 89th minute before Clark's last gasp winner.

Declan Rice and Gabriel's different reactions to Arsenal squad as Man City lifted trophyArsenal stars couldn't bear to watch Manchester City lift the Carabao Cup at Wembley as Mikel Arteta's side shift focus to Premier League title race with two months of the season remainingView 2 Images Declan Rice cut a frustrated figure as Arsenal watched Manchester City lift the Carabao Cup (Image: AFP or licensors)As Manchester City climbed the lengthy staircase to claim the Carabao Cup trophy at Wembley, Mikel Arteta assembled his disheartened Arsenal players on the pitch for a moment of contemplation. Seven pundits predict Arsenal vs Man City as Carabao Cup winners decided READ MORE :Eberechi Eze injury latest after Arsenal heartache and England squad withdrawal READ MORE :The anguish was etched across their faces and understandably so. But ultimately, all hope is not extinguished and that must be the principal motivation and focus during the international break and afterwards. ‌View 2 Images Arsenal fell short again as they lost to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final (Image: Getty Images)However, Arsenal remain in the driving seat in the Premier League and are solidly in command of their own fate. Now is not the moment to waver or contemplate the possibility of further heartbreak because Arsenal are presently so near to completing the task.

World number two Luke Humphries joked his win at the Belgian Darts Open would help in his bid to become “the second-best player in the world”. Double defending champion Luke Littler’s shock 6-5 exit to Dutchman Niels Zonneveld in the last 16 paved the way for Humphries to clinch his ninth European Tour title with an 8-6 win over Jonny Clayton.

Kenneth FoxMonday's front pages focus on a range of stories, from the government agreeing on short-term energy reliefs to fears of more cyber attacks by Iranian agents. The Irish Times reports that a tax rebate scheme for hauliers, a double fuel allowance payment, and a reduction in excise duty to cut fuel prices at the pumps are all expected to be agreed by the Government on Monday. The Irish Examiner reports Irish intelligence officials believe the Iranian-backed hacker group behind the cyberattack on global med tech company Stryker, which has more than 5,000 employees in Ireland, is having to “reorganise”. The Echo reports that a terminally ill man living in a Cork council home said raw sewage seeping into their home could lead to the death of his wife.