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Harris to meet Šefčovič to discuss EU-US trade relations

Wed, 04/30/2025 - 06:01
Tánaiste Simon Harris is due to meet European Commissioner for Trade Maroš Šefčovič in Spain to discuss the ongoing engagement between the EU-US on trade relations, and in particular the pharma sector.

Ukraine, US sign 'historic' minerals deal

Wed, 04/30/2025 - 05:07
The US and Ukraine has signed a minerals deal after a two-month delay, in what President Donald Trump's administration called a new form of US commitment to Kyiv after the end of military aid.

Kitchen helpers, bartenders most common minimum wage jobs

Wed, 04/30/2025 - 05:00
The three most common minimum wage jobs in Ireland are kitchen helpers, shop sales assistants and bartenders, according to a new study by the ESRI.

Kitchen helpers, bartenders most common minimum wage jobs

Wed, 04/30/2025 - 05:00
A new study by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) has found that the three most common minimum wage jobs in Ireland are kitchen helpers, shop sales assistants and bartenders.

Delays over smart meter data access 'disappointing'

Wed, 04/30/2025 - 01:18
The Climate Change Advisory Council is calling on the Government to make the legal and regulatory changes needed so customers can easily access their smart meter data to help lower electricity bills and reduce peak electricity demand.

Wind farms can deliver 'sustainable' jobs - businessman

Wed, 04/30/2025 - 00:01
An Irish businessman, whose company is installing the largest offshore wind farm in the world at Dogger Bank in the North Sea, has said the Government should see supporting the offshore wind industry as an investment rather than a cost to the State.

Calls on Govt to view offshore wind farms as investment

Wed, 04/30/2025 - 00:01
An Irish businessman, whose company is installing the largest offshore wind farm in the world at Dogger Bank in the North Sea, has said the Government should see supporting the offshore wind industry as an investment rather than a cost to the State.

Fingal says daa acted inappropriately over passenger cap

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 20:48
Fingal County Council has accused the operators of Dublin Airport of acting in an inappropriate way and outside the bounds of the statutory planning process in relation to their application to raise the passenger cap at Dublin Airport.

Facebook parent Meta launches standalone AI assistant app

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 17:29
Facebook parent Meta Platforms has launched a separate app for its Meta AI assistant, similar to those offered by Microsoft-backed OpenAI and Alphabet's Google.

Marketing company wins €2.55m VAT battle with Revenue

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 16:43
A marketing company engaged in building brands has won a €2.55m VAT battle with the Revenue Commissioners.

Strategy launched to promote Ireland for business travel

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 16:14
The Government has launched a new business events strategy to promote Ireland as a destination for corporate events and business travel.

Overhaul of pay system for state body CEOs recommended

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 16:01
A report into the pay of chief executives at commercial state bodies has recommended overhauling the existing system of remuneration for company bosses.

All you need to know about planting a native wood on your land

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 15:33
From why and how to plant, to grants, requirements and maintenance, here's everything to know about planting on a pocket of your land

Poultry order issued over bird flu risk to be lifted

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 15:30
The Department of Agriculture has announced it is lifting the compulsory housing order for poultry and captive birds that was in place due to the risk of avian influenza, or bird flu.

White House slams Amazon on plan to disclose tariffs cost

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 15:18
The White House has denounced Amazon's reported plans to disclose the cost that US tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump were adding to its products, and slammed the retail giant for its past ties to China.

GM pulls forecast due to tariffs as consumers rush to buy

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 15:11
General Motors has today pulled its annual forecast, reflecting the uncertain effects of US President Donald Trump's global trade war, even as it reported strong quarterly results.

Pfizer misses first quarter revenue expectations

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 14:24
Pfizer said today it would generate $1.7 billion more in savings from cost-cutting to its manufacturing and research operations and reported lower first-quarter revenue due to declining sales of its Paxlovid Covid-19 treatment.

Coca-Cola posts better-than-expected revenue

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 13:33
Coca-Cola has reported better-than-expected revenue and profit for the first quarter, as the beverage giant benefits from price hikes and strong demand for its drinks.

Zara and Pull&Bear to expand Dundrum Town Centre stores

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 13:24
Zara and Pull&Bear are set to expand their stores at Dublin's Dundrum Town Centre.

UPS to cut 20,000 jobs on likely lower Amazon shipments

Tue, 04/29/2025 - 13:06
United Parcel Service's first-quarter profit beat market estimates and the parcel delivery giant said it will cut 20,000 jobs to lower costs in an uncertain economy and in anticipation of weak volumes from its largest customer, Amazon.

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