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Business Week: Mortgages, emissions, and jobs news

Business Week: Mortgages, emissions, and jobs news

European Commission brings new Government back down to earth

By Colin GleesonSat May 21 2016 - 06:30

WTF is TTIP? The EU-US trade deal explained

WTF is TTIP? The EU-US trade deal explained

Proponents of the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership say it will boost economies – Ireland’s in particular. So why are people so suspicious of it?

By Suzanne LynchSat May 21 2016 - 05:45

John McManus: What Moody’s A rating really tells us about the new politics

John McManus: What Moody’s A rating really tells us about the new politics

Little concern that a resurgent Dáil will be allowed stray too far from the economic status quo

By John McManusSat May 21 2016 - 02:03

Poland in danger of reverting as PiS party reinterprets democracy

Poland in danger of reverting as PiS party reinterprets democracy

The Law and Order party is taking control in a way that threatens to set the country back

By Derek ScallySat May 21 2016 - 02:00

Nursing home charges controversy to cost State more than €450m

Nursing home charges controversy to cost State more than €450m

Minster told about 400 doctors may sue State over failure to pay salary increases

By Martin WallSat May 21 2016 - 01:00

New EU rules ban 10-cigarette packs, increase size of health warnings

New EU rules ban 10-cigarette packs, increase size of health warnings

Ireland had already introduced similar measure against packets of 10 in 2007

By Ciarán D'ArcyFri May 20 2016 - 14:46

Yemen on ‘verge of famine’ due to funds, warns UN

Yemen on ‘verge of famine’ due to funds, warns UN

UN has only reached one-third of the 180,000 children suffering from acute malnutrition

By Michael JansenThu May 19 2016 - 22:22

Business leaders say Government ill-prepared for Brexit

Business leaders say Government ill-prepared for Brexit

Overwhelming majority of directors believe EU exit will damage Irish economy

By Mark HilliardThu May 19 2016 - 09:36

Legal concerns over benefits for Irish working in Britain

Legal concerns over benefits for Irish working in Britain

Changes for migrants if Brexit vote fails but Brussels uncertain about Irish exemption

By Lorna SigginsThu May 19 2016 - 01:00

Potentially uncertain status of Irish in UK gives pause for thought

Potentially uncertain status of Irish in UK gives pause for thought

In-work benefits for Irish people may hang in the balance after Brexit vote

By Suzanne LynchThu May 19 2016 - 01:00

EU may demand more European films on Netflix

EU may demand more European films on Netflix

New proposals part of a wider plan to increase investment in EU’s television and film industry

Thu May 19 2016 - 01:00

Germany to open emissions investigation into Opel

Germany to open emissions investigation into Opel

Magazine says tests on Astra and Zafira models showed they emitted 11 times legal limit of nitrogen-oxide

By Derek ScallyWed May 18 2016 - 18:40

Commission tells Government to broaden tax base

Commission tells Government to broaden tax base

EU officials concerned about changes to USC and planned suspension of water charges

By Suzanne LynchWed May 18 2016 - 13:15

Irish push for exemption from UK benefits overhaul under threat

Irish push for exemption from UK benefits overhaul under threat

Brussels concerned that bid for special treatment may breach EU law

By Suzanne LynchWed May 18 2016 - 01:00

A sanguine view on the Irish economy

The latest re-rating is a welcome boost for the new minority government, with Moody’s giving it a vote of confidence at a critical time

Wed May 18 2016 - 00:00

EU agriculture ministers told of Irish worries on dairy prices

EU agriculture ministers told of Irish worries on dairy prices

Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed calls for changes to super levy payments scheme

By Suzanne LynchTue May 17 2016 - 21:28

China attacks MEPs rejection of market economy status

China attacks MEPs rejection of market economy status

EU parliament says China must reform its economy and reduce state influence

By Clifford CoonanTue May 17 2016 - 12:27

O2’s chief executive reportedly considering management buyout

O2’s chief executive reportedly considering management buyout

Dublin-born Ronan Dunne refuses to dismiss report he has been sounded out about possible management buyout

By Charlie TaylorTue May 17 2016 - 01:05

MEP urges payout for Irish Volkswagen owners

MEP urges payout for Irish Volkswagen owners

Deirdre Clune calls for VW Ireland to act on example set by mass buyback of cars in US

By Michael McAleerTue May 17 2016 - 01:00

Why are vaccinations, like the HPV vaccine, getting bad press?

Why are vaccinations, like the HPV vaccine, getting bad press?

According to some, the HPV vaccine encourages promiscuity, says Jacky Jones

By Jacky JonesSun May 15 2016 - 09:42

Business Week: housing crisis and Brexit key issues for new Cabinet

Business Week: housing crisis and Brexit key issues for new Cabinet

Rents skyrocket, household debt declines, beef is dropped from Mercosur deal

By Colin GleesonSat May 14 2016 - 07:30

Polish foreign chief on Russia ‘geopolitical game with us’

Polish foreign chief on Russia ‘geopolitical game with us’

European Union criticisms of conservative reform agenda dismissed by foreign minister

By Derek ScallySat May 14 2016 - 02:00

Brexit would be a reverse but the EU project would continue

Brexit would be a reverse but the EU project would continue

Even if UK votes to remain a period of uncertainty and tough political talks will ensue

By Suzanne LynchSat May 14 2016 - 01:00

Ibec chief says European Commission must allow more capital investment

Ibec chief says European Commission must allow more capital investment

Danny McCoy wants fiscal rules to become more flexible

By Suzanne LynchFri May 13 2016 - 16:51

Up to 40% of firms in industry and services planning pay hikes

Up to 40% of firms in industry and services planning pay hikes

BoI survey also reveals 40% of consumers expect finances to improve in next 12 months

By Eoin Burke-KennedyFri May 13 2016 - 01:00

Irish consumers at risk of cyanide poisoning from apricots

Irish consumers at risk of cyanide poisoning from apricots

Food Safety Authority of Ireland issues warning on dangers of eating kernels

By Conor PopeThu May 12 2016 - 16:38

Cork incinerator site would ‘affect naval base evacuation’

Cork incinerator site would ‘affect naval base evacuation’

In case of accident, staff at nearby base would have to travel towards hazard, says Government

By Barry RocheThu May 12 2016 - 09:19

Europe Letter: EU debates its future as UK prepares to vote

Europe Letter: EU debates its future as UK prepares to vote

Brexit vote focusing EU minds on role, definition and future relevance of union

By Suzanne LynchThu May 12 2016 - 01:00

EU bows to pressure and removes beef from Mercosur trade deal

EU bows to pressure and removes beef from Mercosur trade deal

IFA salutes move by Brussels to withdraw beef from table of trade talks

By Eoin Burke-KennedyWed May 11 2016 - 18:00

EU rejects Hutchison’s bid to buy Telefonica’s O2 UK

EU rejects Hutchison’s bid to buy Telefonica’s O2 UK

Decision also casts doubt on approval for proposed merger of 3 Italia, Wind in Italy

Wed May 11 2016 - 13:38

Dairy lobby group calls for voluntary cut in output

Dairy lobby group calls for voluntary cut in output

Overproduction of milk has seen prices fall from 38 cents a litre to about 25 cent

By Eoin Burke-KennedyWed May 11 2016 - 01:00

US should be added to tax haven blacklist, says EU report

US should be added to tax haven blacklist, says EU report

Tensions between the EU and the US over tax follow investigations into Apple in Ireland

By Suzanne LynchWed May 11 2016 - 01:00

European cabin crew join E4FC in calls for level playing pitch with Gulf airlines

European cabin crew join E4FC in calls for level playing pitch with Gulf airlines

Association says state-owned middle eastern carriers threaten jobs

By Barry O'HalloranTue May 10 2016 - 16:53

Noonan rules out seeking more debt relief from Europe

Noonan rules out seeking more debt relief from Europe

Minister for Finance says circumstances have changed and State will not ask for further easing

By Suzanne LynchMon May 09 2016 - 15:44

Greek bonds shine after parliament passes reforms

Greek bonds shine after parliament passes reforms

Some hedge funds are eyeing investments in Greek stocks and debt

Mon May 09 2016 - 11:14

Equal but different: targeting healthcare by sex and gender

Equal but different: targeting healthcare by sex and gender

Awareness of how men and women respond differently to ill health is key to helping everybody look after their health better

By Sylvia ThompsonMon May 09 2016 - 09:00

Brexit - the day after: what would it be like?

Brexit - the day after: what would it be like?

A UK withdrawal from the EU could have profound consequences for Britain, Ireland and Europe. The first part of a series imagines the immediate aftermath of an exit vote

By Denis StauntonSat May 07 2016 - 05:45

German Bund yields hit low on fears of global growth

German Bund yields hit low on fears of global growth

Government bonds fall 2.5 basis points to 0.14 per cent and lowest level in three weeks

Sat May 07 2016 - 01:00

Brexit: Unavoidable consequences and uncertainties for Ireland

Brexit: Unavoidable consequences and uncertainties for Ireland

John Temple Lang details economic, political and judicial repercussions of UK vote to leave

Fri May 06 2016 - 17:28

EU to drop beef deal with South America

EU to drop beef deal with South America

Tariff concession decision follows pressure from EU states led by France and Ireland

By Eoin Burke-KennedyFri May 06 2016 - 07:10

EU statistics agency move could limit government spending

EU statistics agency move could limit government spending

Brendan Howlin writtes to European Commission concerned about Eurostat action

By Fiach KellyFri May 06 2016 - 01:00

Martin Schulz calls on EU to regain trust of its people

Martin Schulz calls on EU to regain trust of its people

European Parliament head criticises EU ahead of awarding of prize to Pope Francis

By Suzanne LynchThu May 05 2016 - 20:10

Central European states deride new EU refugee plan

Central European states deride new EU refugee plan

Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic and Slovakia also wary of visa-free EU travel for Turks

By Daniel McLaughlinThu May 05 2016 - 16:55

Uber hires ex-commissioner Neelie Kroes

Uber hires ex-commissioner Neelie Kroes

Former competition regulator was proponent of taxi booker while in office

Thu May 05 2016 - 10:53

Visa-free EU travel for Turkish citizens has hard road ahead

Visa-free EU travel for Turkish citizens has hard road ahead

Controversial promise to Ankara was always going to meet opposition

By Suzanne LynchThu May 05 2016 - 01:00

European Commission backs visa-free travel for Turkey

European Commission backs visa-free travel for Turkey

Proposal is key concession offered by the EU as part of March deal to tackle migrant crisis

By Suzanne LynchWed May 04 2016 - 13:29

Ireland to be EU’s fastest-growing economy in 2016

Ireland to be EU’s fastest-growing economy in 2016

European Commission revises its growth forecast for Ireland upwards to 4.9%

By Suzanne LynchTue May 03 2016 - 11:16

Irish lawyer separates rights from wrongs at EU agency

Irish lawyer separates rights from wrongs at EU agency

Michael O’Flaherty heads up independent body looking out for the downtrodden

By Suzanne LynchTue May 03 2016 - 01:00

Greenpeace claims TTIP leaks show trade deal a threat to EU

Greenpeace claims TTIP leaks show trade deal a threat to EU

‘TTIP is about a huge transfer of power from people to big business,’ says Greenpeace

By Derek ScallyMon May 02 2016 - 17:58

New opportunities exist in context of changing climate

New opportunities exist in context of changing climate

Humans have managed to change the atmosphere on a global scale, and as a result the planet is warming up

By Dick AhlstromMon May 02 2016 - 07:45

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