Worker suspended after reporting “distressing” treatment of refugees in IPAS centre
A member of staff at Athlone Accommodation Centre has made a protected disclosure about treatment of asylum seekers in their care. The formal Protected Disclosure, seen by JOE, refers to an incident in April 2026 “involving the treatment and welfare of a vulnerable adult resident and two children within the centre which caused me significant […]
3 weeks ago
Ireland’s newest university is officially open for business
A bold new technological dawn for several regions. Spanning six campuses across four counties, Ireland’s first trans-regional university has officially opened its multiple sets of doors as of Friday, 1 October. The Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest – or TUS for short – comprises a student population of over 14,000 with a staff […]
5 years ago
PICS: The world’s largest inflatable waterslide is in Athlone and we want to jump on it right away
Road trip to Athlone, anyone? Sun-worshippers throughout Ireland have been lapping up the fine weather we’ve been having of late, by taking to the beach, making rooftop pools or having a drink in some of Ireland’s favourite outdoor spots. It’s also given plenty of people a chance to indulge in some water-based activities and if […]
11 years ago