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The academic year might only be finishing up, but students are already raising concerns around the obstacles facing them for next year.The lack of accommodation has seen students having to make 8-hour round trips to attend their chosen college course, while there is still uncertainty around the fee structure for next year…Joining Kieran to discuss this is Jenny Maguire, Trinity College Student President, and joining to discuss the US pause on student visas is Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless.
James Lawless, the Minister for Further and Higher Education, thinks Ireland could find a "great opportunity" in a possible exodus from the US of academics, experts and researchers. He speaks to Drivetime.
As the 2025 TUI Annual Congress gets underway at Whites of Wexford, we're joined by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science, James Lawless, TD. With educators from across the country gathering to discuss the challenges and opportunities in Ireland's education system, Minister Lawless shares his insights on policy priorities, investment in third-level institutions, and the role of research and innovation in shaping Ireland's future workforce.
Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Peter Burke, and Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless, today announced funding of €17 million for two additional projects under Call 7 of the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF). The announcement took place in the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT), Co. Dublin. NIBRT is a partner in the "Can-Vas" project which has been awarded €10.7m Support for innovative Cancer and neonatal treatments This first of its kind in-human study treats infants with a type of brain damage, as well as expanding the pipeline of cell and gene therapies for rare and seriously debilitating diseases. NIBRT are working with three other partners on this project - Deantusaiocht Slainte HiTech Teoranta, University College Cork, INFANT Research Centre and the lead partner, HAON Life Sciences. An additional project - LOTUS - has been awarded €6.4m which will develop a complete smart system to facilitate at-home anti-cancer treatment (SACT) with monitoring, enabling cancer patients to self-administer treatment in their own home. Representatives of the consortium comprised of Luminate Medical - the lead partner, Gentian Health, University of Galway and Trinity College Dublin were also in attendance at today's event. Announcing today's projects, the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke said: "I am delighted to announce awards of over €17 million to two exciting and hugely innovative projects under Call 7 of the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund. These two projects demonstrate the importance of the fund in leveraging emerging technologies for the well-being of our citizens. The technology in these projects will provide life-changing solutions for patients undergoing cancer treatment and for new and expectant parents where the safety and well-being of their unborn child is paramount. By funding these projects, the Government is maintaining its commitment to investing in cutting-edge technologies, with consequent benefits for the health care sector and other national research priority areas. Since the Fund launch in 2018, my Department has awarded over €393 million in funding to 107 collaborative DTIF projects. Importantly, the fund is giving enterprises and research institutions opportunities to engage and connect with some of the brightest minds in Ireland, to conceive ideas, build relationships and foster knowledge-sharing for the benefit of all." James Lawless, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science added: "It is great to see projects with a strong potential to deliver impactful health care solutions becoming recipients of the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund. We are now financing 404 project partners from our enterprise and research sectors which are bringing forward novel and innovative ideas that will not only benefit our health services but focus on tackling wider sectoral and economic challenges associated with demands emerging around developments with Artificial Intelligence, sustainability and digitalisation. What makes this Fund unique is its ability to foster collaborative research that builds strong relationships that will benefit our citizens, our economy and generating high quality jobs for our graduates." The projects announced today bring the total number awarded to 107. This is no small feat. It underscores the critical role of disruptive technologies, on a national scale, and recognises the Government's continued commitment to advancing and supporting the development of these transformative and lifechanging technologies." Kevin Sherry, interim CEO, Enterprise Ireland said: "Enterprise Ireland is proud to support the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund, which continues to drive impactful collaborations between Ireland's leading enterprises and research institutions. These newly funded projects exemplify the power of innovation ...
A Shannon company has received Government support aimed at innovative cancer and neonatal treatments. Gentian Health is part of the consortium behind the LOTUS project which has been awarded €6.4 million. The funding is part of €17 million in funding announced by Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Peter Burke, and Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless. The funding for LOTUS and another project comes under Call 7 of the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF). To find out more about this, Alan Morrissey was joined in studio by Gentian Health CEO Aidan McMahon. Pic (c) https://gentianhealth.com/connected-health/
US President Donald Trump has vowed that his policies "will never change". He made the comment as global markets tumble for a second day, following his announcement of new US tariffs. James Lawless, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science gives an update on the Governments outlook.
More than half of all third-level students could face an increase in college fees this year. To discuss this further with Newstalk Breakfast was the Minister for Higher Education, James Lawless.
More than half of all third-level students could face an increase in college fees this year. To discuss this further with Newstalk Breakfast was the Minister for Higher Education, James Lawless.
James Lawless, Fianna Fáil TD and part of their negotiating team, discusses the new agreement that will allow for the formation of the next government.
Fianna Fáil TD and Minister of State at the Department of Transport, James Lawless.
James Lawless, Minister of State at the Department of Transport, discusses the continuing closure of Holyhead port and what Ireland and UK are doing to resolve the resulting issues.
A Clare haulier has slammed Government inaction on the closure of the Port of Holyhead which it's claimed is like a "tsunami" for those in the transport industry. The Welsh commercial and ferry port is expected to be out of commission until after Christmas, due to damage caused by Storm Darragh across December 6th and 7th. Minister of State at the Department of Transport, James Lawless has signed off on a derogation to allow drivers to work outside of normal hours, while the "ramping up" of public transport connections is also being explored to facilitate the estimated 150,000 passengers trying to get home for Christmas. Ennis-based representative and former president of the Irish Road Hauliers Association, Eugene Drennan has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons that similar measures must be implemented in the UK to prevent significant delays for passengers and freight.
Uncertainty continues for travel as Holyhead port remains closed. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was James Lawless, Minister of State at the Department of Transport.
Uncertainty continues for travel as Holyhead port remains closed. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was James Lawless, Minister of State at the Department of Transport.
Karen Leigh, CEO and founder of Sensational Kids; James Lawless, Minister of State Dept of Transport; Rose Conway-Walsh, Sinn Féin TD for Mayo; John Paul O'Shea, Fine Gael TD for Cork North West
Ray Kavanagh, former General Secretary of the Labour Party; James Lawless, Minister of State Dept of Transport; Rose Conway-Walsh, Sinn Féin TD for Mayo; John Paul O'Shea, Fine Gael TD for Cork North West
James Lawless, Minister of State Dept of Transport; Rose Conway-Walsh, Sinn Féin TD for Mayo; John Paul O'Shea, Fine Gael TD for Cork North West
Fianna Fáil has announced the appointment of a Negotiations Steering Group to represent the party in discussions with other parties and independents. Among the members of the group is James Lawless, Minister of State for Transport and TD for Kildare North.
In the lead up to the General Election, big debates are being held on the Hard Shoulder. Today, Kieran is joined by candidates running in Kildare, live from The K Club, in the final debate before voting on Friday.What are the biggest issues in the area, and what is each candidate promising to do?Joining Kieran to debate is Cllr Angela Feeney, Labour General Election Candidate for Kildare North, Réada Cronin, Sinn Féin General Election Candidate for Kildare North, James Lawless, Minister of State at the Department of Transport and Fianna Fáil General Election Candidate for Kildare North, Vincent P Martin, Green Party Candidate for Kildare North and Cllr Joe Neville, Mayor of Kildare & Fine Gael General Election Candidate for Kildare North.
The Road Safety Authority is to be divided into two separate agencies from the start of next year. An independent review published on Tuesday recommends one part take responsibility for driving tests and NCTs, while the other will take care of road safety campaigns, education, and research. Minister of State at the Department of Transport, James Lawless, says Ireland is in a much better place on the roads than it was 20 years ago... To discuss what this move will mean, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fianna Fáil Cllr, Pat O'Gorman, and Síle Ginnane from Better Ennis. Picture © Pat Flynn
Tá sé ráite ag an Aire Stáit James Lawless, gur féidir eitiltí PSO a chur as an áireamh sa teorann atá le cur ar líon na bpaisinéirí in Aerfort BhÁC, ach tá Mary ag rá nach mbeidh glacadh aici leis an mhéid seo go bhfeicfidh sí é i scríbhinn. Bhí Pat ag labhairt le James Lawless agus tá sé sásta go mbeidh conradh ann go dtí 2026.
Sinn Féin has found itself mired in yet more controversy following news that Brian Stanley has resigned from the party. Party Leader Mary Lou McDonald spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about the issue this morning.James Lawless, Minister of State at the Department of Transport and at the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications joins Kieran to discuss.
The Department of Transport is planning to break up the RSA and give its function over to two new bodies. It is proposed that a driver and vehicle services agency will be established.. while a new Road Safety Office will run road safety education & promotional campaigns. To discuss Minister of State in the Department of Transport James Lawless.
James Lawless, Minister of State Dept of Transport; Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin TD for Donegal; Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South Central
Sheila Gilheaney, Chief Executive Officer of Alcohol Action Ireland; James Lawless, Minister of State Dept of Transport; Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin TD for Donegal; Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South Central
Tom McEnaney, founder of Effective Aid Ukraine; James Lawless, Minister of State Dept of Transport; Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin TD for Donegal; Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South Central
Rania Abouzeid, Lebanon based reporter who's in Beirut; James Lawless, Minister of State Dept of Transport; Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin TD for Donegal; Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South Central
Bobby heads outside to report from Dublin Port's Greenway.He speaks with CEO of Dublin Port, Barry O'Connell and even runs into the Minister for State on Transport, James Lawless, at the island's most important port before the launch of the Greenway project to the public.Hit 'Play' to hear more about Dublin Port Greenway now.
The Minister of State with special responsibility for Road Transport, James Lawless, today launched the new Online Change of Vehicle Ownership service. This allows private vehicle owners to transfer registration to another private owner, entirely online. Minister James Lawless joined Cormac to tell us more.
Ryanair's CEO Michael O'Leary met today with Junior Transport Minister James Lawless when the two discussed the ongoing saga of the passenger cap at Dublin Airport. Afterward the Ryanair boss branded the meeting “unproductive” and again criticised the government for its handling of the issue. Junior Transport Minister James Lawless speaks to Cormac
We talk to Minister of State with responsibility for Transport James Lawless.
The Shannon Airport Group insists it has the space available to cater for more airlines, flights and destinations amid a growing capacity crunch at Dublin Airport. It comes as the DAA is warning the possibility of breaching it's controversial passenger cap this Winter is imminent. The Dublin Airport Authority currently awaits the verdict of a planning application to Fingal County Council that would increase the passenger cap to 40 million a year, until then the airport is restricted to a maximum of 32 million passengers. Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has been among the most vocal and is now blaming the cap for a steep increase in plane fares from Dublin to London, which could cost passengers up to 500 euro this Christmas. Minister of State at the Department of Transport, James Lawless will meet O'Leary next week and has indicated Shannon Airport can play an important role in ensuring Irish air traffic continues to grow in the short to medium term. CEO of the Shannon Airport Group Mary Considine insists they're well equipped and in the most suitable location to take on more capacity and meet market demand. A local councillor, meanwhile, believes the government's failure to maximise capacity at Shannon Airport is an own goal for the Irish economy. Last year, Shannon Airport only handled 5% of Irish air traffic, yet still contributed almost €4bn to the national economy , meanwhile Dublin handled 85% of last year's flights. Shannon also is just one of two European airports along with Dublin to offer US pre-clearance and boasts the longest runway in the country and is located adjacent to the M18 motorway. Shannon Sinn Féín Councillor Donna McGettigan believes the state is not doing enough to maximise opportunities at Shannon, which she claims is curtailing tourism, employment and economic growth across the country.
James Lawless, Fianna Fáil TD for Kildare North // Verona Murphy, Independent TD for Wexford // Elaine Loughlin, Political Editor with the Irish Examiner // Tom MacEnaney, Media Consultant & Founder of Effective Aid Ukraine
Minister of State with responsibility for road transport, James Lawless.
James Lawless, Minister of State at the Department of Transport, outlines the details of the Road Safety Authority and An Garda Síochána August Bank Holiday weekend road safety appeal.
What more needs to be done to reduce deaths on our roads? For political reaction, Kieran was joined by James Lawless, Minister of State at the Department of Transport and at the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications, and by Liam Geraghty, Garda Superintendent..
The Minister of State at the Department of transport, James Lawless, is considering bringing forward legislation that would require motorists found to be speeding or engaging in dangerous driving to undergo retraining courses. Kieran was joined by Minister, James Lawless to discuss this further.
Dúirt an tAire Stáit sa Roinn Iompair, James Lawless inné go mbeidh luasteorainn níos ísle á thabhairt isteach de réir a chéile, agus go mbeidh luasteorainn de 60 km san uair á chur i bhfeidhm ar bhóithre áitiúla ó mhí na Samhna ar aghaidh.
James Lawless, Minister of State at the Department of Transport discusses the drafting of two new road related Bills.
Newly-appointed Minister of State, James Lawless visited Shannon yesterday to announce the €4.2m Regional State Airports Sustainability Programme which will give Shannon Airport access to funding to implement sustainability solutions. Clare FM's Seán Lyons headed out to Shannon to sit down with the new Minister of State and discuss what the announcement means for the airport. Photo (c) Shannon Group
A Government Minister has announced a funding pool of over €4 million that Shannon Airport can avail of as it strives to meet its sustainability goals. Minister of State at the Department of Transport and at the Department of the Environment Climate and Communications, James Lawless, has relayed the news during a visit to the Midwest base. The €4.2 million initiative, known as the Regional State Airports Sustainability Programme, gives Shannon and Cork access to funding which can be used to implement solutions to enhance energy efficiency, reduce emissions and promote sustainable practices. Minister Lawless says any sustainability proposals Shannon puts forward - including public transport improvements - will most likely be looked favourably upon by his Department.
Matt is joined by James Lawless, the new Minister for State at the Department of Transport.The Junior Minister is on to speak about Drew Harris' recommendation for graduated penalty pointsHow can the Department deal with rising road deaths?Hit ‘play' to find out more
James Lawless, Minister of State at the Department of Transport with special responsibility for International and Road Transport and Logistics.
The Oireachtas debate on the EU migrant and asylum pact has now been extended and the Dáil vote has been put back to next week. For more on this Fianna Fail TD, James Lawless and Peadar Tobin TD, Aontu Leader.
James Lawless, Fianna Fáil TD for Kildare North; Rose Conway-Walsh, Sinn Féin TD for Mayo; Richard O'Donoghue, Independent TD for Limerick County; Christina Finn, Political Editor with The Journal; Kevin Cunningham, Lecturer in Politics at TU Dublin and founder Ireland Thinks
James Lawless, Fianna Fáil TD for Kildare North // Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Fein TD for Dublin Mid-West // Sarah McGuinness, Assistant news editor at Business Post // Brenda Power, Columnist with the Sunday Times, and Barrister
We talk to Fianna Fáil TD for Kildare North and Chair Oireachtas Joint Committee on Justice, James Lawless.
James Lawless, Oireachtas Justice Committee Chairman, discusses why they need to hear from the Garda Commissioner and the Minister for Justice on the roits in Dublin last Thursday.
James Lawless, Fianna Fáil TD, discusses the findings of the Oireacthas Justice Committee report on Pre-Legislative Scrutiny of the General Scheme of the Sale of Alcohol Bill.