The first person extradited from UAE to the Republic under the new, permanent treaty, which came into force last year has landed in Dublin, carried by an Air Corps flight following years of investigations by Garda Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau

Advisory of a "prolonged spell of very warm or hot weather" has been confirmed in place for next week, with temperatures hitting 29°C mainly the west of the country; forecasters also warn of water safety issues due to increased use of lakes and waterways

Higher-level construction studies paper was particularly accessible with question one, on walls and roofs, containing a useful diagram to help students; the choice was praised for questions on adapting household extensions for the disabled or the elderly

Reuse of vacant buildings could meet 40% of Dublin’s housing targets according to a report commissioned by City Council; refurbishment instead of demolition will make meet climate and housing objectives, with around €2,86 billion required