It’s Wednesday, Dublin.

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Good morning Dublin & another wet day awaits. Yesterday, three of you emailed me back saying you liked the newsletter. That was awesome. We are now a family of 500+ members.

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👀 What’s on the news today:

• Taoiseach pledges to help flight attendant who’s banned from leaving Dubai and facing criminal charges.

• Ireland’s greenhouse gas emissions in 2023 reach lowest level in three decades

• Court rules teen cannot inherit mother's tenancy after her sudden death

& more.

NEWS

Simon Harris has pledged to help the Irish flight attendant barred from leaving Dubai and facing criminal charges.

The flight attendant, who was detained in Dubai, is caught up in a legal situation that prevents her from returning to Ireland. Harris's intervention highlights the Irish government's commitment to protecting its citizens abroad and resolving international legal issues swiftly. The case has drawn significant attention, prompting the Taoiseach to engage directly with UAE authorities to ensure a fair and timely resolution.

Ireland's greenhouse gas emissions in 2023 dropped to their lowest levels in 30 years, yet the country remains significantly behind in meeting its 2030 climate targets.

Emissions fell across almost all sectors, but experts stress that more aggressive actions are needed to achieve future goals. The reductions, while positive, highlight the challenge Ireland faces in its ongoing efforts to combat climate change and adhere to international commitments.

A teenage boy cannot inherit his mother's tenancy, the High Court ruled, due to a housing charity's policy against renting to minors.

After his mother’s sudden death in 2023, Clúid Housing Association decided to terminate the tenancy. The boy, represented by his aunt, challenged this decision, arguing it violated his rights.

However, the court found that the Residential Tenancies Act does not allow those under 18 to take over a tenancy. The judge rejected claims that this law was unconstitutional or breached human rights, ultimately upholding Clúid’s decision to terminate the tenancy.

What to Do This Week + Extra News

• FT did an interesting article about the history of wild salmon in Ireland (bad news: it is near extinct now). Article here.

• President Michael D. Higgins and his wife Sabina celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Here’s a photo of them:

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