Training
# training - Monday 17 June, 2013
Open thread: How do you feel about low-paying or unpaid internships?
Minister Joan Burton has welcomed criticism of the JobBridge scheme, but what do you think of unpaid internships in general?
# training - Saturday 1 June, 2013
‘Fighting fit and fit to fight’: Defence Forces train in 1940s Ireland
Check out this video the Defence Forces found buried in its archives this weekend.
# training - Tuesday 28 May, 2013
In pictures: Ireland players train at Wembley ahead of tomorrow’s big game
Richard Dunne and Robbie Keane were among those who togged out this evening.
# training - Thursday 23 May, 2013
The technology sector is open for business, but there’s a shortage of suitable candidates
A survey of 38 major tech companies estimates there’s 4,500 job vacancies in the ICT sector, but there is a major skills shortage.
# training - Tuesday 14 May, 2013
In pictures: Warren Gatland’s Lions squad are put through their paces
Paul O’Connell and Conor Murray were among those who took part in what looked an intense session at the gym.
# training - Tuesday 7 May, 2013
# training - Thursday 25 April, 2013
You think a 10 game ban is bad, try 8 years
Godolphin trainer Mahmood Al Zarooni will be out of the sport for the foreseeable future.
# training - Wednesday 3 April, 2013
Pistorius wants to resume training: manager
The South African Paralympian has already been allowed to travel overseas.
# training - Saturday 30 March, 2013
WATCH: Smoke and fire training for Dublin Airport firefighters
The Dublin Airport Authority Fire Service use a simulator that can replicate numerous different fire situations on an aircraft.
# training - Tuesday 26 March, 2013
Pieta House launches ‘Mind Our Men’ to reduce male suicide
The campaign aims to empower people in spotting and dealing with the signs and symptoms of suicide.
# training - Wednesday 20 March, 2013
RTÉ to hold radio documentary-making workshop
The course will be run by the Documentary on One team, which has won a huge range of international awards.
# training - Saturday 16 March, 2013
The 11 people you will ALWAYS meet at the gym
Grunters, sweaters and people drying their bits with a hairdryer.
# training - Wednesday 27 February, 2013
Ciaran Kilkenny: ‘I think the GAA is just as professional as Australia’
Dublin’s star youngster has responded to the recent controversial remarks by former Olympia Jerry Kiernan about the fitness levels of inter-county players.
# training - Monday 7 January, 2013
PICS: What in BOD’s name are Brian and Rob getting up to?
Kearney knows there is a camera on him but his enjoyment could not be quelled.
# training - Tuesday 25 December, 2012
Christmas Day training: A player’s perspective
Don’t forget your shovel if you’re going to festive work.
# training - Monday 24 December, 2012
How’s Christmas Eve going Kenny? Egan training hard for nationals
The Olympic silver medallist also told us that he will be heading out for a jog, or two, tomorrow.
Chevron Training successfully exits examinership
The company’s 15 jobs have now been saved as it has secured two new contracts for 2013.
# training - Sunday 16 December, 2012
Further education sector to be damaged by budget cuts
In a letter to a Sinn Féin TD, one teacher said the government have no understanding of how further education works.
# training - Wednesday 28 November, 2012
Forgotten man Fitzgerald facing long road back to the Irish fold
A protracted return from a neck injury means festive fixtures are the realistic aim for the Wicklow native.
# training - Friday 9 November, 2012
Guinness Series: Gordon D’Arcy on Ireland’s self-belief and tracking Simon Zebo with GPS
The Wexford man is back in the centre for Ireland after missing the Waikato wipeout.
# training - Wednesday 31 October, 2012
Dress code: CJ Stander shows up for Munster training in a pair of jeans
We’ve heard of Casual Friday but this is getting ridiculous.
# training - Tuesday 23 October, 2012
MEPs approve €5.4m funding to retrain TalkTalk workers
The European Parliament has approved an application from Ireland for funds to retrain the call centre staff sacked last year.
Major coup for Mayo with the recruitment of Donie Buckley
The beaten All-Ireland finalists have snapped up the services of a highly-rated trainer for next season.
# training - Saturday 6 October, 2012
Who’s involved in the new Dublin senior football management team?
Here’s a guide to the men entrusted with the capital senior side’s Gaelic Football fortunes for next year.
# training - Thursday 4 October, 2012
Sharp rise in numbers taking part in back-to-work schemes
More than 57,000 people are now taking part in the various schemes for long-term unemployed.
# training - Thursday 27 September, 2012
Brian Cody (Kilkenny) on…
The Cats boss talks about the challenge of preparing for a replay and current refereeing performances.
# training - Monday 24 September, 2012
Literacy difficulties lead to 5 per cent reduction in earnings
A new ESRI study has examined the workplace experiences of people with literacy and numeracy difficulties.
# training - Thursday 20 September, 2012
‘Who are these guys?’ Declan Kidney set to name 30-man Ireland training squad
The Ireland coach will show his hand ahead of the November Series when the IRFU announce the chosen ones.
# training - Wednesday 19 September, 2012
Justice Department insists no decision made on Catherine Nevin release
The Department of Justice has taken the unusual step of commenting on the case of convicted murderer Catherine Nevin insisting that there has been no decision on her proposed temporary release.
Tommy Lyons: “What really winds me up is Martin McHugh.”
The ex Dubs boss is not too pleased with the Sunday Game pundit’s recent analysis of the All-Ireland semi-finals.
# training - Tuesday 11 September, 2012
Afghan Taliban “threaten to kidnap or kill Prince Harry”
The Prince has undergone “brutal” training in advance of his tour of Afghanistan. Meanwhile, London’s police chief said his officers can’t interfere in the private lives of the royal family.
# training - Wednesday 15 August, 2012
McDonnell – “Proper coaching is key to the future of our games.”
The 2002 All-Ireland winning attacker believes improved coaching standards are essential in Gaelic Football.
# training - Tuesday 14 August, 2012
Brian Hogan: “It can get to be a bit of a circus.”
Kilkenny’s decision to work away from the public eye since the Leinster final has benefitted them, according to the O’Loughlin Gaels defender.
# training - Tuesday 31 July, 2012
Fennelly: “Sometimes you can’t have crowds at training as a distraction.”
The Kilkenny squad went back to basics after the Leinster final defeat according to their star midfielder.
# training - Tuesday 17 July, 2012
Survey: Majority of medical students plan to leave Ireland after internships
A Fine Gael senator says we need a national debate to figure out why young trainee doctors are so keen to emigrate.
# training - Friday 13 July, 2012
London 2012: Introducing… Ryan Seaton and Matt McGovern
The duo finished 10th in the Sailing World Championships last year.
# training - Thursday 12 July, 2012
Family resource centres report increased demand
A new report shows more young people and men are availing of the support services offered by family resource centres.
# training - Wednesday 4 July, 2012
The 9 at 9: Wednesday
Nine things to know this morning…
# training - Monday 2 July, 2012
Bruton rolls out programme to help small businesses
The Minister for Jobs said small businesses should be a “powerful engine” for recovery.
# training - Wednesday 13 June, 2012
Calls made to prioritise training for unemployed with literacy, numeracy difficulties
New research, published today, shows training schemes for individuals with literacy problems are even more beneficial than the average.






















































