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Workplace Relations Commission criticises bookmaker over unfair dismissal

Sun, 06/15/2025 - 17:01
Rare to encounter a case where there was 'such a complete repertoire of gross breaches of fair procedure and of a worker’s rights'

The Pope’s portfolio: how the Vatican Bank is cleaning up and cashing in

Sat, 06/14/2025 - 09:00
Once mired in scandal, the Vatican Bank is hitting performance highs while doubling down on transparency and ethical finance

Ireland's households have €160bn in savings. Could it be used to solve the housing crisis?

Sat, 06/14/2025 - 05:36
As Irish households save billions, experts propose channelling funds into state-backed housing and infrastructure investments for long-term gain

State urged to unlock 'untapped potential' of Ireland's €8.2bn savings

Sat, 06/14/2025 - 05:36
As Europe needs new funding streams,  efforts are underway to find ways to mobilise household savings

Enterprise Ireland chair Michael Carey resigns from role

Fri, 06/13/2025 - 17:34
Former Dairygold chief Jim Woulfe takes interim chair

Revolut cuts rates on savings accounts

Fri, 06/13/2025 - 16:17
Decision comes after the European Central Bank cut rates earlier this month

Water pistols at the ready: Irish holidaymakers in firing line for anti-tourism protests

Fri, 06/13/2025 - 14:22
Planned protests in Spain, Portugal, and Italy as some locals say tourism fuelling accommodation crisis

Eurozone sees trade surplus fall 27% during April 

Fri, 06/13/2025 - 14:05
In the machinery and vehicles sector alone, the trade surplus fell from €16.8bn to €12.8bn

Oil prices surge after Israeli attacks in Iran

Fri, 06/13/2025 - 09:29
The price of Brent crude jumped nearly 10% higher at one stage

AI adoption can add €250bn to Irish coffers, says Microsoft chief

Fri, 06/13/2025 - 07:55
Ireland’s per capita GDP could jump 42% with widespread AI adoption. Even in more moderate projections, AI could €60bn more to the economy by 2035

My Job: Paul Sheridan on 25 years of the Tour de Munster

Fri, 06/13/2025 - 01:00
Since its inception in 2001, the 600km cycle through the towns and villages of Munster has raised more than €5m for Down Syndrome Ireland

Taxpayer stumps up €444,000 claims against travel agent

Thu, 06/12/2025 - 17:55
Platinum Travel went out of business last December

Provisional liquidators appointed to Frank&Bear after €1.75m misappropriated, court told

Thu, 06/12/2025 - 17:38
The High Court was told that director and financial controller David Connor had used the misappropriated funds to renovate their family home, buy cars and a season ticket to a Premier League football club

Cork's Dacent Munch duo take over Fox & Hound bar in latest venture

Thu, 06/12/2025 - 17:27
Liam and Ciarn Horgan, the brothers behind the popular covid-era food truck, hope to open the Ballyvolane bar in August

Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

Thu, 06/12/2025 - 16:59
New appointees with Trifecta Ireland, Coca-Cola Ireland, Blink Parametric, Teagasc, Ashview Consultants and Tuath Housing

Wind power generates a third of electricity required so far this year

Thu, 06/12/2025 - 16:33
Kerry saw the highest wind energy output, with Cork and Galway in second and third place respectively

EU lawmakers propose further easing of corporate sustainability rules amid backlash

Thu, 06/12/2025 - 16:25
The draft proposal by Swedish centre-right lawmaker Jörgen Warborn must be negotiated in the European Parliament where other lawmakers can propose their own amendments

Ryanair's Irish business being hampered 'by failed regulation and political inaction', says Michael O’Leary

Thu, 06/12/2025 - 16:12
The annual report shows that, while overall Ryanair revenues increased by €505m or 3.75% to €13.94bn, its Irish revenues contracted by 4% from €791m to €757.5m

Tesco sales in Ireland rise 5.5% during latest quarter

Thu, 06/12/2025 - 13:54
Retailor said it had grown its market share in Ireland to 23.3%, as food sales grew 5.8%

Currys launches inclusive shopping support with WelcoMe across Irish stores

Thu, 06/12/2025 - 13:15
“Everyone deserves a comfortable and supportive shopping experience”

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