Unions warn government not to water down workers’ rights bill
Zoe ConwayEmployment correspondentThe leader of the UK's biggest trade union has warned it would be a "huge mistake" for the government to water down its Employment Rights Bill, which is…
Faisal Islam: Market ructions and cabinet reshuffles will help shape Reeves’ Budget
Faisal IslamEconomics editorWPA Pool/Getty ImagesIt's been a bruising first week back for the government, full of resignations, reshuffles, and ructions in markets. All of this will have an impact on…
Trade mission to US to focus on financial services sector
A trade mission to New York, focused on the continued development of Ireland's international financial services sector, is taking place this week. It is being led by the Minister of…
Banks to launch person-to-person mobile payment service
AIB, Bank of Ireland, and PTSB have announced joint plans to launch a person-to-person mobile-payment service to rival fintech banks such as Revolut and N26. The new offering, called Zippay,…
Planned industrial action at Dublin Fire Brigade deferred
Planned industrial action by SIPTU members in Dublin Fire Brigade, which was due to begin today, has been deferred to allow for talks. The dispute relates to safety concerns over…
HSA to target forestry sector in new safety focus
The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) is beginning an inspection campaign targeting the forestry sector. HSA inspectors will carry out reviews of workplace safety and health practices on forestry operations,…
Schools to tackle backlog of work after strike
Around 2,000 schools across the country will today begin the process of tackling the backlog of work that has built up due to a strike by school secretaries and caretakers…
Reopened businesses bring new life to Tipperary villages
Despite years of closures, rural Ireland is showing signs of renewal, as local entrepreneurs reopen long-shuttered shops and pubs, restoring vital social and economic hubs. Recent figures from the Drinks…
Are farmers justified in their opposition to Mercosur?
On Wednesday, the European Commission adopted a text to start the process of ratification of the EU-Mercosur trade agreement. If approved, it would create the world's biggest free-trade zone and…
Mixed views on VAT rate restoration ahead of Budget Day
"Good food. Good coffee. Good vibes." That was the motto of Dublin café Meltdown, which this week announced it was closing its popular toastie sambo venue on Montague Street. In…