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Breaking News: Why Food Sustainability Is Becoming a Bigger Issue in Ireland
Food sustainability is becoming a major issue in Ireland, affecting farming, food prices, waste, climate resilience and consumer…
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Portugal Protests Highlight Rising Housing Costs and Cost-of-Living Pressures
Portugal protests in Lisbon, Porto and Coimbra focus on housing costs, wages, pensions, fuel prices and pressure on…
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Breaking News Ireland: Public Sector Workers Strike Over Pay and Rising Costs
More than 300,000 Irish public sector workers strike over pay, housing, fuel, energy and food costs, with further…
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Winter energy costs: Brussels has Europe’s highest electricity price, while Stockholm leads for gas
Brussels has Europe’s highest household electricity price in euro terms, while Stockholm leads for gas as wholesale energy…
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Breaking News: What the Evidence Says About Public-Sector Pay and Inflation in Ireland
Public-sector pay and inflation comparisons in Ireland depend on the timeframe, pay measures and household costs included.
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Breaking News: PrepayPower Announces Winter Price Freeze for Gas and Electricity Customers
PrepayPower has announced a winter price freeze for gas and electricity customers, giving households greater certainty over energy…
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Breaking News: Ireland’s 10 Richest People Hold Nearly Half of the Country’s Wealth
Ireland’s 10 richest people reportedly own nearly half of the country’s wealth, intensifying debate over inequality, housing and…
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Breaking News Ireland: Cadbury Chocolate Prices Set to Rise Again
Cadbury chocolate prices are set to rise in Ireland, adding to household cost pressures. Here’s what shoppers need…
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Thousands Protest in Portugal Over Housing Costs and Wages
Thousands protest in Lisbon and Porto over Portugal’s rising housing costs, low wages and broader cost-of-living pressures.
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France’s student protests test the country’s political stability ahead of 2027
France’s student protests are spreading nationwide, raising concerns about education, policing and whether unrest could become a wider…
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Ireland Breaking News: Trump Announces Russian Diesel Deal as Global Fuel Costs Rise
Trump’s proposed Russian diesel deal could affect global fuel markets, but sanctions, crude prices and the war in…
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Breaking News: Budget Measures Will Not Reduce Child Poverty, ESRI Says
ESRI analysis says Ireland’s latest Budget measures are unlikely to reduce the number of children living in poverty.
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Breaking News: Childcare Budget 2027 Plans Face Close Attention From Irish Families
Childcare Budget 2027 could shape fees, access to places and support for Irish families, but specific Government measures…
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Breaking News Ireland: Poll Finds Support for €20 Cigarette Price in Ireland
A new poll finds support for cigarettes costing €20 in Ireland, but no such price increase has been…
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Breaking News: Cigarette Prices Could Rise to €20 in Ireland
A possible tax increase could push cigarette prices to €20 in Ireland, but the timing and final details…
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Breaking News: Budget Day Sketch Highlights the Politics Behind Ireland’s Fiscal Choices
A Budget Day sketch by Lise Hand explores the politics and public pressures surrounding Ireland’s annual financial statement.
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Breaking News: IFAC Raises Concerns Ahead of Ireland’s Budget
IFAC has raised fresh concerns ahead of Ireland’s Budget, focusing attention on tax reliance, spending pressures and long-term…
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Breaking News: Budget 2027 Announcements Repeat Measures Already Revealed
Budget 2027 faces scrutiny after announcements were reported as repeating measures already revealed, raising questions about what is…
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Breaking News: Ireland’s Carbon Tax Pause Proposal Explained
Ireland’s proposed carbon tax pause could affect fuel costs, household budgets and climate targets. Here is what is…
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Breaking News: Cigarette Prices Set to Rise in Ireland
Cigarette prices in Ireland are expected to rise following tobacco-tax changes, with the final increase and start date…