European Commission

Read the latest news, analysis, and features on the European Commission, one of the key institutions of the European Union

Cliff Taylor: Apple paying $38bn in tax to US treasury ‘a big, big moment’

For years US companies have played the tax game, but the rule are now changing

By Cliff TaylorSat Jan 20 2018 - 05:00

Job options for asylum seekers under new scheme ‘exceptionally limited’

Asylum seekers must find jobs that pay at least €30,000 per year to secure employment permit

By Sorcha PollakFri Jan 19 2018 - 19:33

Chester Beatty honoured 50 years after his death with new stamps

Former mining magnate left the ‘greatest gift by any individual to this country’

By Ronan McGreevyFri Jan 19 2018 - 19:30

High Court to rule on data issues to bring to EU Court of Justice

Case stems from issues surrounding transfer of data between EU and US by Facebook

By Mary CarolanFri Jan 19 2018 - 15:39

Social media giants taking more action against hate speech

Review finds companies getting better at removing upsetting content from platforms

By Charlie TaylorFri Jan 19 2018 - 12:28

EU’s Swiss proposal could serve as Brexit blueprint

Plans for arbitration panel for trade disputes floated as way of resolving deadlock is being closely watched in London

By Jim BrunsdenFri Jan 19 2018 - 07:33

Corporate tax: Apple brings its cash home

In essence the question is now about where Apple will pay tax on its overseas earnings, not whether it will do so

Fri Jan 19 2018 - 00:05

Apple won’t get US tax gain to match any Irish bill

Tech giant plans to make once-off $38bn tax payment to US for money it is repatriating

By Cliff TaylorThu Jan 18 2018 - 14:46

What does Apple’s $38bn US tax payment mean for Ireland?

Attention now falls on the tech giant’s appeal of the Commission’s €13bn state aid ruling

By Cliff TaylorThu Jan 18 2018 - 12:01

Cost to State of fighting Apple judgment rises above €4.6m

Single legal firm paid nearly €2m

By Ken FoxeThu Jan 18 2018 - 07:00

Waste reduction Bill meets resistance at environmental hearing

Minister concerned ban on single-use plastic may run counter to EU directive

By Kevin O'SullivanThu Jan 18 2018 - 01:00

Taoiseach puts on good show burnishing our European credentials

Leo Varadkar looks to build new alliances in post-Brexit world with well-received speech

By Patrick SmythWed Jan 17 2018 - 18:31

War on plastics: Brussels plans series of measures ahead of 2030 target

Commission says all plastic packaging will be recyclable by end of decade

By Kevin O'SullivanWed Jan 17 2018 - 10:23

Iceland becomes first supermarket to vow to eliminate plastic packaging

EU unveils plans to make all plastic packagin recyclable by 2030

Wed Jan 17 2018 - 09:10

Donohoe gets go-ahead to hire managers for Apple’s tax billions

iPhone maker to start paying €13bn into escrow account pending appeal against ruling

By Fiach KellyTue Jan 16 2018 - 20:09

EU leaders demand more clarity from UK on Brexit plans

Tusk and Juncker say door to EU remains open if Britain changes its mind about leaving

By Patrick SmythTue Jan 16 2018 - 11:28

‘Land grab’ could force UK investment jobs to move to EU

Asset managers warn of threat to ‘success story’ of UCITS mutual funds

Tue Jan 16 2018 - 07:26

When having the fastest-growing EU economy doesn’t make you richer

Romanians’ wealth has barely budged during the nation’s huge boom

Mon Jan 15 2018 - 08:31

Q&A: What do the new consumer payments rules mean for you?

Hiding behind acronyms are measures designed to reduce costs and broaden choice for customers

By Joe BrennanSun Jan 14 2018 - 12:20

Sean Moncrieff: Brexit is steadily corroding the EU from the inside

Europe depicts Brexit as a British midlife crisis unconnected to any systemic EU problem

By Seán MoncrieffSat Jan 13 2018 - 06:00

Cliff Taylor: The threat of no-deal Brexit must lead to action

Ireland should be ready politically and economically for the worst-case scenario

By Cliff TaylorSat Jan 13 2018 - 05:00

Government still making plans for no-deal Brexit

Coveney says all departments are assessing ‘immediate legal or practical consequences’

By Cliff TaylorSat Jan 13 2018 - 01:00

Bulgaria takes up EU presidency with pride and a Balkans mission

Union’s poorest state nation to extend possibility of EU accession for six Balkans states

By Patrick SmythFri Jan 12 2018 - 20:20

Ibec files submission in Microsoft warrant case

Business lobby group argues the case has global implications

By Peter HamiltonFri Jan 12 2018 - 15:21

Court dismisses second legal challenge to north-south power line

The project plans to provide a second high-capacity all Ireland interconnector

By Mary CarolanThu Jan 11 2018 - 16:21

Orkambi access extended to younger children

Cystic fibrosis treatment had only been available to people aged 12 and over

By Ciarán D'ArcyWed Jan 10 2018 - 19:22

What a ‘no deal’ Brexit scenario would mean for key UK industries

Multiple spillover effects expected in the Republic

Wed Jan 10 2018 - 12:18

EU warns UK companies of shut-out in event of no-deal Brexit

Flurry of ‘be prepared’ memos sent to firms from hauliers and airlines to mineral water producers

Wed Jan 10 2018 - 10:36

European Commission and Poland hope to cool row over judiciary

Commission argues 13 laws passed by Poland have undermined judicial independence

By Patrick SmythTue Jan 09 2018 - 20:28

Sturgeon describes Brexit ‘moaning’ as ‘extraordinary’

Brexit secretary David Davis said EU planning for no deal is ‘damaging UK interests’

Tue Jan 09 2018 - 11:29

Peter Sutherland: A gifted administrator and humanitarian

Former AG played crucial role in domestic and European politics with guile and charm

By John BrutonMon Jan 08 2018 - 01:00

Ireland plays ‘diplomatic blinder’ in escaping climate change action

Ireland rewarded for carbon emissions growing in line with economy, An Taisce says

By Kevin O'SullivanSun Jan 07 2018 - 21:18

Gender pay gap discussions to take place next week

Policymakers, trade unions and academics to meet as part of Government initiative

Sat Jan 06 2018 - 14:05

Network of 70 compressed natural gas filling stations announced

Project to be overseen by Gas Networks Ireland and NUI Galway

By Kevin O'SullivanWed Jan 03 2018 - 18:04

Brexit set to dominate graft-plagued Bulgaria's EU presidency

Unity to be key aim as Brussels also faces mounting tension with Poland and Hungary

By Daniel McLaughlinTue Jan 02 2018 - 01:00

Domestic economy now fuelling our remarkable recovery

Strong growth can help tackle challenges of Brexit, tax changes and higher interest rates

By Cliff TaylorFri Dec 29 2017 - 12:30

Irish farmers welcome more balanced EU deal on emissions

Ireland to be allowed take forestry and soils into account for greenhouse gas obligations

By Kevin O'SullivanThu Dec 28 2017 - 21:04

China will not bin our rubbish any more – so what next?

China took 95% of our plastic waste in 2016, but a ban will mean that’s no longer possible

By Kevin O'SullivanThu Dec 28 2017 - 01:00

China’s plastics ban will cause ‘chaos’ for global waste industry

Confusion and worry about move by the world’s biggest processor of recyclable materials

By Kevin O'SullivanThu Dec 28 2017 - 01:00

Border deal a triumph for Government in Brexit talks

News review of the year: conundrum of frictionless Border remains unresolved

By Stephen CollinsWed Dec 27 2017 - 04:54

A month-by-month look back at 2017 in Ireland

News review of the year: Border issues, the Garda whistleblower scandal, property prices, the Paradise Papers, Storm Ophelia and the Rescue 116 tragedy were some of the big stories of 2017

By Mark HilliardWed Dec 27 2017 - 04:13

EU issues proceedings against Ireland over seafarer training

High Court also directs Minister for Transport Shane Ross to rectify breach

By Lorna SigginsFri Dec 22 2017 - 19:48

Hungary vows to block any EU bid to punish Poland over reforms

Brussels says Poland's judicial overhaul threatens the rule of law

By Daniel McLaughlinFri Dec 22 2017 - 14:47

EU prepares Canada-style trade deal due to lack of clarity over UK’s Brexit demands

Fallback plan underlines negotiators’ concern over May’s approach to future relations

By Alex Barker, Guy Chazan and Anne-Sylvaine ChassanyThu Dec 21 2017 - 12:37

Ryanair strike threat, Ulster Bank’s tracker woes, VHI rebuffed

Business Today: the best news, analysis and comment from ‘The Irish Times’ business desk

By Úna McCaffreyThu Dec 21 2017 - 06:30

US move may cause Apple to reconsider €13bn tax appeal

New US tax law means Apple’s offshore cash will be subject to tax either here or in US

By Cliff TaylorWed Dec 20 2017 - 12:06

UK’s Brexit transition must finish by end of 2020, says Barnier

EU’s negotiating guidelines cite date 21 months after Brexit comes into force

Wed Dec 20 2017 - 11:14

Hardline Austrian coalition assumes power amid protests

Chancellor Sebastian Kurz signals plan to reset ‘incorrect refugee and migration policy’

By Derek ScallyTue Dec 19 2017 - 01:00

Brussels launches tax investigation into Ikea

Swedish flat-pack retailer in spotlight over complex Dutch tax scheme

By Rochelle Toplensky in BrusselsMon Dec 18 2017 - 07:03

US bid to intervene in Apple Irish tax case rejected

EU’s General Court said the US failed to show that it had an adequate interest in the case

By Joe BrennanFri Dec 15 2017 - 16:33

Crosswords & Puzzles

Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained

The Irish Times ePaper

Election 2024

Full general election coverage including analysis and results for all 43 constituencies

Common Ground

How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands

Family NoticesOpens in new window

Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices

European Commission

YOU MAY ALSO LIKE...

Subscribe

Support

About Us

Irish Times Products & Services