2015 in Ireland

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Events during the year 2015 in Ireland.

Incumbents

President Michael D. Higgins

Events

January

  • 12 January – It was reported that defence co-operation between the Irish and British armies is to be formalised and increased in scope when the Irish Minister for Defence and the British defence secretary sign a historic memorandum of understanding at a ceremony in Dublin by the end of January. New developments will include the Irish Army training British soldiers in peacekeeping operations, and surplus British Army equipment being donated to the Irish.[1]
  • 14 January – A red-alert weather warning was issued by Met Éireann as Storm Rachel struck the country.[2]
  • 18 January – Minister for Health, Leo Varadkar, revealed his homosexuality on radio, thus becoming the first openly gay government minister in Ireland.[3][4]

February

March

  • 3 March – The Government confirmed it would lock away for 75 years any statements it received from victims of child sexual abuse (almost twice the normal length), prompting criticism from survivors.[12]
  • 11 March – The Government accidentally legalised over 100 illegal drugs for one day.[13]
  • 13 March – A new political party, Renua Ireland, was launched.[14]
  • 26 March – Kathleen Hayes Rollins Snavely became the oldest Irish-born person to have ever lived. She died on 6 July aged 113 years, 140 days.[15][16]

April

May

June

July

September

  • 23 September – The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, visited Dublin, where he was presented with a hurley and sliotar, and was greeted by a thousand Indian people at a gathering in Ballsbridge.[32]

October

  • 2 October – The postal service, An Post, told the public not to post any mail owing to a staff dispute, then stated that staff might be dismissed if no post arrived for them to sort.[33]
  • 10 October – Carrickmines fire: A chip pan fire swept through a halting site in Carrickmines, County Dublin, killing 11 Travellers including five adults, five children, and an unborn child.[34][35] The Taoiseach Enda Kenny ordered flags to fly at half-mast on the days of the victims' funerals.[36] A letter of condolence from Pope Francis was read to mourners at one funeral for five of the victims.[37] Hundreds of Travellers, including relatives of the victims, had an audience in the Vatican with the Pope on 26 October.[38]
  • 11 October – Garda Tony Golden was among two people who died in a shooting in Omeath in County Louth.
  • 12 October – The Archbishop of Dublin, Diarmuid Martin told a synod of bishops in Rome that Irish people "struggle to understand abstract moral principles" while remaining capable of understanding that people need to be happy and to belong. He also claimed that the recent debate about same-sex marriage in Ireland was conducted by laypeople in language that belonged to the Roman Catholic Church, concepts he described as "traditionally our language: equality, compassion, respect and tolerance."[39][40]

November

December

  • Multiple floodings took place across the country during December, causing widespread damage.
  • 7–13 December – Heavy rain and strong winds affected the northwest causing bad flooding to Athlone, Carrick-on-Shannon and parts of County Galway.
  • 28 December–1 January 2016 – More flooding took place across the country causing serious damage.
  • 29 December – The controversial[clarification needed] Planning and Development (Amendment) Act 2015 became law.[42]

Arts, literature and sciences

Sports

Association football

International friendly matches
4 June 2015 Republic of Ireland  0 – 0  Northern Ireland Dublin, Ireland [44][45][46]
13:00 Report Stadium: Lansdowne Road
Attendance: 50 (closed-door match)
Referee: Paul McLaughlin (Ireland)
7 June 2015 Republic of Ireland  0 – 0  England Dublin, Ireland [47][48]
13:00 Report Stadium: Lansdowne Road
Attendance: 43,486
Referee: Arnold Hunter (Northern Ireland)[49]
UEFA Euro 2016 qualifying Group D
29 March 2015 Group D Republic of Ireland  1 – 1  Poland Dublin, Ireland [50]
19:45 Shane Long 90+1' Report Sławomir Peszko 26' Stadium: Lansdowne Road
Attendance: 50,000
Referee: Jonas Eriksson, (Sweden)
13 June 2015 Group D Republic of Ireland  1 – 1  Scotland Dublin, Ireland [51]
17:00 Jonathan Walters 38' Report John O'Shea 47' (o.g.) Stadium: Lansdowne Road
Attendance: 49,063
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli (Italy)
7 September 2015 Group D Republic of Ireland  1 – 0  Georgia Dublin, Ireland
19:45 Jonathan Walters 69' Report Stadium: Lansdowne Road
Attendance: 27,000 [53][54][55]
Referee: István Vad (Hungary)
8 October 2015 Group D Republic of Ireland  1 – 0  Germany Dublin, Ireland [56]
19:45 Shane Long 71' Report Stadium: Lansdowne Road
Attendance: 50,064
Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain)

Cricket

Gaelic games

2015 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Final
  • 6 September – Kilkenny 1–22 – 1–18 Galway
2015 All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Final
  • 20 September – Dublin 0–12 – 0–9 Kerry

Hockey

Deaths

January to July

July to December

Val Doonican
Maureen O'Hara

See also

References

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  2. ^ "Storm Rachel: Red alert forces school shutdown as thousands nationwide are without power". Irish Independent. 15 January 2015. Retrieved 15 January 2015.
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  14. ^ "Revealed: Lucinda's new party is called Renua Ireland". Irish Independent. 13 March 2015. Retrieved 13 March 2015.
  15. ^ "Oldest Irish woman to make history at midnight". Irish Examiner. 25 March 2015.
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  17. ^ President Higgins in official visit to Turkey RTÉ News, 2015-04-23.
  18. ^ a b President to attend WW1 Commemorations in Turkey (Gallipoli) and visit Irish troops in Lebanon Áras an Uachtaráin, 2015-04-21.
  19. ^ President Higgins praises Irish peacekeepers RTÉ News, 2015-04-28.
  20. ^ Yacht breaks 20-year-old Round Ireland sailing record Irish Times, 2015-05-06.
  21. ^ Ursula Halligan: Referendum pointed me towards telling the truth about myself The Irish Times, 2015-05-15.
  22. ^ TV3's Ursula Halligan comes out as she calls 'Yes' vote the 'most Christian thing to do' Irish Independent, 2015-05-15.
  23. ^ Prince Charles to visit site of Lord Mountbatten's murder during Irish tour The Guardian, 2015-05-09.
  24. ^ Same-sex marriage referendum to be held in May RTÉ News, 2014-12-16.
  25. ^ Kenny expects 22 May date for same-sex marriage referendum RTÉ News, 2015-02-20.
  26. ^ Nul points for timing of same-sex marriage referendum Irish Times, 2015-02-21.
  27. ^ Johnston, Chris (23 May 2015). "Ireland becomes first country to legalise same-sex marriage by popular vote". The Guardian. London. Retrieved 9 February 2020.
  28. ^ New postcode system launched amid criticism RTÉ News, 2015-07-14.
  29. ^ Use of Eircode system 'not compulsory', Alex White says Irish Times, 2015-07-13.
  30. ^ Hundreds climb Croagh Patrick despite warnings about bad weather RTÉ News, 2015-07-27.
  31. ^ Hundreds including children ignore safety warnings to climb Croagh Patrick Sunday Independent, 2015-07-26.
  32. ^ Taoiseach welcomes Indian prime minister to Dublin RTÉ News, 2015-09-23.
  33. ^ An Post tells customers not to send any post RTÉ News, 2015-10-02. "An Post has advised customers not to post any items with immediate effect due to industrial action....An Post said this afternoon it has not issued protective notice to staff but noted that if there is no mail coming into the system, there is no work for its employees."
  34. ^ "Victims of Carrickmines fire are named". RTÉ News. 11 October 2015.
  35. ^ "Verdicts of misadventure at Carrickmines fire inquest; teenager recommended for bravery award". RTÉ News. 22 January 2019.
  36. ^ "Flags to fly at half-mast for Carrickmines victims". RTÉ News. 12 October 2015.
  37. ^ "Pope's message of sympathy read at fire victims' funeral". RTÉ News. 20 October 2015.
  38. ^ "Irish Travellers to attend audience with Pope". RTÉ News. 23 October 2015.
  39. ^ Same-sex marriage campaign used 'our' language, bishops told Irish Times, 2015-10-12.
  40. ^ Intervention of Archbishop Martin at Synod Archdiocese of Dublin, 2015-10-12. Quote: "The referendum was debated within a social culture where people struggle to understand abstract moral principles. What they do understand is the predicament of individuals whom they wish to see happy and included. It is a very individualistic culture, but not necessarily an uncaring one. Indeed those in favour of same-sex marriage based their campaign on what was traditionally our language: equality, compassion, respect and tolerance."
  41. ^ Flanagan calls for international investigation into Dwyer death Irish Times, 2015-11-07.
  42. ^ "Councillors criticise new planning powers for minister". RTÉ. "The Irish Planning Institute (IPI), which represents planners, voiced concerns about the Planning and Development (Amendment) Act 2015 which became law on 29 December – during a consultation period which began the month beforehand."
  43. ^ "Royal Gold Medal 2015". Architecture.com. RIBA. 2015. Archived from the original on 2 February 2015. Retrieved 2 February 2015.
  44. ^ Republic of Ireland to join Northern Ireland in training game Football Association of Ireland, 2015-04-27.
  45. ^ All-Ireland friendly finishes scoreless RTÉ Sport, 2015-06-04.
  46. ^ Fifty supporters witness 'behind closed doors' goalless draw at Aviva Irish Independent, 2015-06-04.
  47. ^ Ireland to host England in friendly at the Aviva in June 2015 Irish Independent, 2014-04-08.
  48. ^ Ireland and England play out stalemate in Dublin RTÉ Sport, 2015-06-07.
  49. ^ Teams have just been released FM104, 2015-06-07.
  50. ^ Republic of Ireland–Poland UEFA, 2014-02-24.
  51. ^ Republic of Ireland–Scotland UEFA, 2014-02-24.
  52. ^ Gibraltar–Republic of Ireland UEFA, 2014-02-24.
  53. ^ Ireland edge past Georgia to stay in contention
  54. ^ Jon Walters on target in priceless Irish victory RTÉ Sport, 2015-09-08.
  55. ^ Relieved O'Neill looks to future tests after Georgia victory Irish Times, 2015-09-07.
  56. ^ Republic of Ireland–Germany UEFA, 2014-02-24.
  57. ^ Poland–Republic of Ireland UEFA, 2014-02-24.
  58. ^ a b Ireland face Bosnia and Herzegovina in play-off RTÉ Sport, 2015-10-18.
  59. ^ European Qualifiers 2016 - Bosnia and Herzegovina-Republic of Ireland Head-to-head UEFA, 2015-10-18.
  60. ^ European Qualifiers 2016 - Republic of Ireland-Bosnia and Herzegovina Head-to-head UEFA, 2015-10-18.
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  62. ^ ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 Cricbuzz. Retrieved: 2015-03-02.
  63. ^ "Ireland's men's hockey team qualify for Rio Olympics". The Irish Times. 25 October 2015. And they got over the line at 4.20am on Sunday morning when Australia secured their victory, watched on in the BBC offices in Belfast by the Irish squad.
  64. ^ Obituary: Lauded general surgeon Harold J Browne
  65. ^ Mourning the loss of billy oneill and billy kelly
  66. ^ Maeve Hillery, wife of late president Patrick, dies
  67. ^ Former Olympian Jim Hogan passes away
  68. ^ Ireland's oldest man dies aged 107
  69. ^ Death of Ronnie O'Reilly Archived 11 February 2015 at the Wayback Machine
  70. ^ Death announced of economist and journalist Colm Rapple
  71. ^ Death of Galway hurling legend Archived 3 February 2015 at the Wayback Machine
  72. ^ The death has occurred of Patrick Aiden HEELAN SJ Archived 21 February 2015 at the Wayback Machine
  73. ^ Death of Dan Hoare
  74. ^ Obituaries: Daphne Carroll
  75. ^ The death has occurred of John Hubert (8th Marquis of Waterford) DE LA POER
  76. ^ Leitrim great Josie Murray passes away
  77. ^ Irish football mourns passing of Charlie Cahill
  78. ^ President pays tribute to ex-Labour TD Frank Prendergast (81)
  79. ^ Death of legendary Tipp goalkeeper Tony Reddin
  80. ^ Former Dubliners member Jim McCann dies at the age of 70
  81. ^ Antrim's 1989 All-Ireland final manager Jim Nelson has passed away
  82. ^ Former Labour Senator Jack Harte dies
  83. ^ Today FM presenter Tony Fenton has died following cancer battle
  84. ^ J. Hinchion Macroom RIP
  85. ^ The Godfather of Modern Hurling passes away
  86. ^ "Cats mourn passing of two time All-Ireland winner". Hogan Stand. 28 March 2015. Retrieved 28 March 2015.
  87. ^ Mourners pay final respects to Judge Katherine Delahunt, irishtimes.com
  88. ^ George Byrne has died, irishtimes.com
  89. ^ One of Ireland's oldest women passes away at the age of 104
  90. ^ Limerick fashion designer John McNamara dies aged 55
  91. ^ Former Irish international Ray Treacy dies aged 68
  92. ^ Tributes pouring in for late Fermanagh boss Pat King
  93. ^ 'A true blue, a great Gael' - Dave Billings passes away suddenly
  94. ^ The late Fergus O'Rourke
  95. ^ Ireland mourns Slam hero Jim McCarthy
  96. ^ Sympathy
  97. ^ Tributes pour in after inter-county hurling star (27) dies in crash
  98. ^ Death of Cork's Jim Cronin
  99. ^ * Prof Aidan Halligan dies at the age of 57 The Irish Times, 2015-04-27.
  100. ^ Tributes paid to Valentine Lamb, who has died aged 76
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  102. ^ Hurley, Denis (7 May 2015). "Castlehaven mourns Cork servant Michael Burns". Irish Examiner. Retrieved 10 May 2015.
  103. ^ "Sad passing of Offaly great Mick Brady". Hogan Stand. 12 May 2015. Retrieved 12 May 2015.
  104. ^ Former broadcaster Derek Davis dies RTÉ News, 2015-05-13.
  105. ^ Death of Meath legend Micheal O Brien
  106. ^ Derry GAA mourns Joe Gormley
  107. ^ Broadcaster Bill O'Herlihy dies aged 76 RTÉ News, 2015-05-26.
  108. ^ U2 tour manager Dennis Sheehan dies from heart attack in LA hotel, independent.co.uk
  109. ^ Duggan, Barry (31 May 2015). "Obituary: Liam Ryan". Irish Independent. Retrieved 1 June 2015.
  110. ^ Sligo GAA in mourning following the tragic death of former hurling boss Michael Galvin
  111. ^ Willie Horgan RIP
  112. ^ 'Incredible chef' Paolo Tullio dies at 65
  113. ^ League of Ireland legend Johnny Fullam dies, aged 75
  114. ^ "Fr. Ray Reidy was dedicated priest and gifted sportsman whose death was widely mourned". The Nationalist. 18 June 2015. Archived from the original on 23 June 2015. Retrieved 22 June 2015.
  115. ^ Pioneering science journalist Mary Mulvihill dies aged 55
  116. ^ Gerry Duffy – one of the greats of Irish cricket
  117. ^ Tipperary hurling great Jimmy Doyle passes away
  118. ^ John Joe was a Roscommon GAA legend
  119. ^ Legendary Irish player and coach Reg Treacy passes away[usurped]
  120. ^ Former RTE broadcaster Liam Ó Murchú has died aged 86
  121. ^ Singer and entertainer Val Doonican dies aged 88
  122. ^ Ireland's oldest person dies at 113 in New York
  123. ^ Death of Offaly football great Sean Foran
  124. ^ Ros na Run's Diarmuid Mac An Adhastair dies
  125. ^ Former Fine Gael TD and senator Alexis Fitzgerald dies irishtimes.com
  126. ^ "Charlie Cullinane RIP". Archived from the original on 24 July 2015. Retrieved 23 July 2015.
  127. ^ Heartache as Aaron passes away
  128. ^ Leading sprinter Astaire put down after battle with colic
  129. ^ Trinity Community Mourns the Death of Peter Gatenby, Hon FTCD
  130. ^ Tax amnesty economist who broke black economy dies
  131. ^ Cycling great Mick 'Iron Man' Murphy dies after long and colourful life
  132. ^ Tipperary's Eddie Connolly passes away
  133. ^ Death occurs of former Independent chief Liam Healy, irishtimes.com
  134. ^ Death takes place of former judge Paul Carney, irishtimes.com
  135. ^ Tributes paid following the death of former Ireland and Manchester United keeper Pat Dunne, independent.ie
  136. ^ Playwright Brian Friel dies aged 86 RTÉ News, 2015-10-02.
  137. ^ Professor Dr Austin Darragh passes away aged 88, independent.ie
  138. ^ Former Fianna Fáil TD John O'Leary dies aged 82, irishtimes.com
  139. ^ Professor Niall Rudd, 1927-2015, bristol.ac.uk
  140. ^ Garda shot by IRA suspect from Northern Ireland Archived 14 October 2015 at the Wayback Machine, www.u.tv
  141. ^ Warm tributes paid to Hugh Cooney who has died after two-year long battle with cancer, irishtimes.com
  142. ^ Maureen O'Hara, Spirited Movie Star, Dies at 95, www.cnn.com
  143. ^ Former Church of Ireland bishop Peter Barrett dies, irishtimes.com
  144. ^ Lar O'Byrne RIP Archived 18 November 2015 at the Wayback Machine, shamrockrovers.ie
  145. ^ Mourners bid farewell to former garda Joe Ainsworth, irishtimes.com
  146. ^ Chairman of Rehab Group Sean Egan dies following stroke, irishtimes.com
  147. ^ Jockey Pat Eddery has died aged 63, irishtimes.com
  148. ^ Tributes to NI peace process priest Fr Gerry Reynolds, irishtimes.com
  149. ^ Swanlinbar man and former Central Bank governor passes, anglocelt.com
  150. ^ Bishop Dermot O'Mahony was 'a man of great integrity', irishtimes.com
  151. ^ Offaly great Johnny Egan passes away, hoganstand.com
  152. ^ Stump singer and founder of Dowtcha puppets Mick Lynch dies, irishexaminer.com
  153. ^ Former Kerry football star Patrick Curtin (26) passes away after car accident, independent.ie
  154. ^ Writer of Glenroe Wesley Burrowes passes away, independent.ie
  155. ^ Tributes paid to late Cork Celtic centre-forward Donal Leahy, independent.ie