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Morning top 5: Brexit pushed back to Halloween; Garda reform criticised; Increase in women on company boards

The EU Council President has said the Brexit process is “entirely in the UKs hands” after the...
Michael Staines
Michael Staines

06.55 11 Apr 2019


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Morning top 5: Brexit pushed b...

Morning top 5: Brexit pushed back to Halloween; Garda reform criticised; Increase in women on company boards

Michael Staines
Michael Staines

06.55 11 Apr 2019


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The EU Council President has said the Brexit process is “entirely in the UKs hands” after the official exit date was pushed back to Halloween.

At a special summit in Brussels last night, European leaders rejected the UKs request for a short delay and instead agreed to extend the process for six months.

The deal includes a break clause that will allow to the UK to leave earlier if the House of Commons can pass the EU Withdrawal Agreement.

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After the meeting, Donald Tusk urged the UK not to waste the extra time.

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The Policing Authority has expressed concern over the ability of An Garda Síochána to change.

In its final report in a series aimed at modernising the force, the authority has questioned the desire from within to bring about reform.

The report looked at the progress the force has made in implementing the recommendations of the Garda Inspectorate's Report 'Changing Policing in Ireland 2015.'

It found that not enough attention is being given to key areas that would help change take place at a fast rate.

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The number of women on boards of Irish companies has increased by 7% since 2017.

Research from EY says the average composition of Irish boards is now 31% female and 69% male.

However, just 35% of respondents said their organisation has taken appropriate measures to address the causes of any gender pay gap - with a strong perception that men are more likely to be promoted than women.

Olivia McEvoy, Director of Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Service at EY Ireland said companies must actively measure the impact of diversity and inclusion if they expect real change.

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A member of the Oireachtas Sports Committee has warned that public funding should not be restores to the FAI.

Social Democrat Catherine Murphy says the FAI's strategy to avoid questions at yesterday's meeting was extremely frustrating.

Former CEO John Delaney refused to comment on the €100,000 loan he gave the FAI in 2017, citing legal advice.

Deputy Murphy said any organisation in receipt of public funds must answer relevant questions and if they refuse to do so, there must be repercussions.

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The HSE provides only five nurse specialists for 12,000 patients with Parkinson's Disease across Ireland.

That is according to the Parkinson's Association which is holding a protest outside Leinster House later this morning.

The organisation has said it doesn't receive any government funding – unlike other charities that provide services for patients with neurological illnesses.

Spokesperson Mary Butler said that, with increased funding, the lives of those living with Parkinson's could be greatly improved.


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