Stephen Porzio is a senior writer at JOE, having joined the website in March 2021. JOE’s principal entertainment writer, his area of expertise is movies and television. He covers new releases, streaming additions, and what’s on TV, while also regularly speaking to acclaimed actors and directors about their latest work. Stephen graduated with a BA in English and Film from UCD and an MA in journalism from DCU. He has previously had work published in Hot Press, The Times (Ireland Edition) and The Irish Sun, and is also an experienced podcaster.
Legislation on reopening of indoor hospitality passed by Dáil
The bill was voted through by 74 votes to 68. Legislation that will allow for indoor hospitality to return has been passed in the Dáil. The Health (Amendment No.2) Bill 2021 was voted through on Wednesday night by 74 votes to 68. The bill will allow bars and restaurants to offer indoor service to people […]
5 years ago
589 new Covid-19 cases in Ireland as Stephen Donnelly says hospital system “close to full capacity in recent weeks”
The Delta variant is now accounting for 80% of the cases reported in Ireland. There have been 589 new cases of Covid-19 reported in Ireland, as Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has said Ireland’s hospital system has been “close to full capacity in recent weeks”. The figures released from the Department of Health on Tuesday did […]
5 years ago
“Spare me the history lecture” – Mattie McGrath and Micheál Martin in Dáil row over Nazi Germany comparisons
“You consistently make ridiculous assertions in this house that insult and are offensive to people.” TD Mattie McGrath and Taoiseach Micheál Martin engaged in a heated row in the Dáil on Tuesday over McGrath’s controversial comments comparing Covid certificates to life in Nazi Germany. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, McGrath refused to answer whether he […]
5 years ago
Stephen Donnelly hoping all adults will be able to be fully vaccinated by the end of August
NIAC’s latest advice could mean Ireland’s adults who want a vaccine may be fully vaccinated sooner. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has said he hopes all adults will be able to be fully vaccinated by the end of August. His comments come following National Immunisation Advisory Committee (NIAC) advice which will see AstraZeneca and Janssen vaccines […]
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