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Each week Olytico tracks the trending Twitter Topics in Ireland. We specialise in social media listening and analysis, helping our clients make well-informed, performance-driven decisions based on Olytico insights. To find out more about our services click here.
The Top 10 Twitter Trends in Ireland from last week (October 9th – October 15th) are summarised below.
1. #Ophelia
Three people have died and over 300,000 properties have been damaged or left without power in the wake of Hurricane Ophelia. Met Eireann put a Red Warning in place ahead of Ophelia reaching Irish shores on Monday.
#Ophelia and Electricity Power Outages= For the latest updates check here https://t.co/9Bi3yGq5iV .#staysafestayclear of any fallen wires. pic.twitter.com/kcDWbwm3hc
— ESB Networks (@ESBNetworks) October 14, 2017
Hi #America. With #Ophelia on the way to #Ireland, could you send you best #looting tips. #HurricaneOphelia
— Sarah Strange (@sarahstrangeirl) October 13, 2017
2. Harvey Weinstein
Harvey Weinstein is under investigation for his recent sexual abuse allegations. As time passes, more and more woman are stepping up and speaking about the interactions they’ve had with Weinstein in the past.
https://twitter.com/Paul1964_/status/918193452432723968
The Oscars Academy is considering expelling Harvey Weinstein over 'abhorrent' allegations https://t.co/43VrP7DPQB
— TheJournal.ie (@thejournal_ie) October 14, 2017
3. #Budget18
Budget 2018 was announced last week with total expenditure for the coming year amounting to more than €60.9 billion. Among budget changes, cigarette prices will increase by 50cent, while alcohol pricing remains untouched.
https://twitter.com/JustinBarrettNP/status/917816695527497729
The Irish for tax is cáin, not to be confused with caoin, the verb to weep. #Budget18
— The Irish For ???? (@theirishfor) October 10, 2017
4. #FOTE2017
Food on the Edge took place in Galway last week. The event brings together top internationals chefs and food enthusiasts for a two-day food symposium. It aims to challenge our perspective on food as well as how we relate to food. Many attendees tweeted about the event.
World's best chefs, Food leaders and the best producers, all together to make a change to our food world. #Fote2017
— Food On The Edge (@FoodOnTheEdge) October 9, 2017
Eating our way through the producer village @FoodOnTheEdge – spectacular selection of some of Ireland's finest artisan goodies ???? #FOTE2017 pic.twitter.com/5Xe96NaAVl
— TheTaste.ie (@Thetaste_ie) October 9, 2017
One more sleep #Fote2017 pic.twitter.com/JXlOuWpAgZ
— Kerry O' Sullivan (@gowestireland) October 8, 2017
5. #8Committee
The Oireachtas abortion committee is composed of 21 people tasked to propose changes to Ireland’s legislation on abortion. The proposed amendment would give equal right to life to the mother as well as the unborn. The ‘Repeal the 8th’ movement as well as its ‘pro-life’ counterparts, are to the fore of societal debate in Ireland.
throwing self down stairs, drinking bleach, starving self, roasting hot baths =methods used by women who can't access abortion #8committee
— ROSA #Repealedthe8th (@RosaWomen) October 11, 2017
#8committee medical & health expert testimony: 8th endangers women’s lives, health & basic rights #repealthe8th https://t.co/hEaWD9lb8D
— Ailbhe Smyth (@ailbhes) October 11, 2017
Deeply disturbing to hear such cold discussion of the ending of a human life. We don't end lives in this country. #8committee
— Cora Sherlock (@CoraSherlock) October 11, 2017
6. #Zeminar
Zeminar is a social enterprise that introduces young people, specifically Generation Z, to the most innovative organisations in Ireland. The event features workshops, influential speakers and other fun activities.
All set for @zeminarevent! Looking forward to meeting 1000s of young people! #Zeminar #givinggirlsconfidence pic.twitter.com/qMgGSmq4FK
— Irish Girl Guides (@IrishGirlGuides) October 9, 2017
Some comments today on 'How to be body positive' and 'How you can lessen social media pressure?' #zeminar pic.twitter.com/NDaVrtffAG
— Bodywhys (@bodywhys) October 10, 2017
Me and @sexedisbananas discussing all things QUEER today @zeminarevent for @ShoutOut_IE #Zeminar pic.twitter.com/eh683205i9
— Bella (@Bellaknit) October 11, 2017
7. #COYBIG
Since its recent wins over Moldova and Wales, Ireland has risen in the FIFA world rankings. The team are set to play Denmark on November 11th. Fans reacted to the recent win and play-off draw on Twitter.
Walking through Cardiff like… #COYBIG #WALvIRE ???????????????????????? pic.twitter.com/glFjGifqBO
— JOE.ie (@JOEdotie) October 9, 2017
Holy suffering Jaysus almighty to the moon. They only went and won the bleeding thing!!!! #COYBIG ????????☘️????????☘️????????☘️????????☘️????????⚽️
— PJ Gallagher (@pjgallagher) October 9, 2017
Can't wait till we draw England in the World Cup and McClean kneels down during God Save The Queen. #COYBIG
— Green Scouser (@Green_Scouser) October 9, 2017
8. #OpenHouseDublin
Open House Dublin is a festival that invites all citizens to experience outstanding architecture through buildings that are usually inaccessible to the public. The event included free tours provided by expert guides.
Visit Rathfarnham Castle, the Pearse Museum and more around Rathfarnham today and tomorrow at #openhousedublin! https://t.co/5hblG2fkir pic.twitter.com/bsqnXrX2dt
— IAF (@IAFarchitecture) October 14, 2017
Fascinating tour of the amazing Pigeon House #Dublin #OpenHouse2017 #OpenHouseDublin #architecture pic.twitter.com/Kj6FuMmQ22
— Andy Sheridan (@jnrbaker) October 14, 2017
God really is in the detail with Michael Scott's designed Busáras in #Dublin #OnThisDay 50 years ago!????
Take a tour during #OPENHOUSEDUBLIN pic.twitter.com/Wu7j57a0zP— Rob Cross (@RobCross247) October 11, 2017
9. Pat Gilroy
Pat Gilroy will take on the Dublin senior management job for the next three years. Reactions can be seen on Twitter following his appointment.
Pat Gilroy appointed Dublin manager for next three years. Fascinating appointment.
— Kieran Cunningham (@KCsixtyseven) October 11, 2017
I can see the logic in Pat Gilroy's appointment. Will be a highly organised set up that should entice best players to play for Dublin.
— Jacqui Hurley (@jacquihurley) October 11, 2017
.@DubGAAOfficial hurling boss Pat Gilroy chats to @dubsoulrebel about his team, Danny Sutcliffe & @StVincentsGAA1 clubmate Diarmuid Connolly pic.twitter.com/EkDhtmIwp0
— 98FM Sport (@98FMsport) October 17, 2017
10. #LEIvMON
Leinster Rugby’s Champion Cup Campaign began with a match against French giants Montpellier. Despite three of their key players being unable to play, Leinster prevailed. Fans took to Twitter to discuss the game.
James Ryan looks perfectly at home bashing into this giant Montpelier team. #LEIvMON
— Jenny Murphy (@jennymurphy045) October 14, 2017
It really was a massive bonus point win for Leinster today, against the best team in France at the moment. Can’t ask for more #LEIvMON
— Denis Bell (@denismbell) October 14, 2017
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