Paschal Donohoe

The latest news, analysis, and comment on Paschal Donohoe, the Minister for Finance and a Fine Gael TD for Dublin Central

Labour wants appointment of Central Bank governor stalled

Labour wants appointment of Central Bank governor stalled

Gabriel Makhlouf facing an inquiry during last weeks in New Zealand finance ministry

By Pat LeahyWed Jun 05 2019 - 21:10

Siptu issues strike notice for 10,000 health service workers

Siptu issues strike notice for 10,000 health service workers

Initial one-day action by staff could lead to five more days of disruption

By Jack Horgan-JonesWed Jun 05 2019 - 19:22

Does the ‘no win, no fee’ approach encourage more people to make claims?

Does the ‘no win, no fee’ approach encourage more people to make claims?

Personal injury claimants who lose may still end up paying legal costs of the defendant

By Fiona ReddanWed Jun 05 2019 - 06:56

Bankers’ bonuses should be reintroduced, Central Bank says

Bankers’ bonuses should be reintroduced, Central Bank says

Ex-governor Philip Lane tells Minister that ‘variable pay’ is vital to retain critical staff

By Jack Horgan-JonesWed Jun 05 2019 - 03:08

New Zealand to investigate incoming Irish Central Bank governor

New Zealand to investigate incoming Irish Central Bank governor

Gabriel Makhlouf accused of misleading New Zealand authorities

By Kate MacNamara and Pat LeahyWed Jun 05 2019 - 03:00

Bankers’ bonuses should be reintroduced, Central Bank says

Bankers’ bonuses should be reintroduced, Central Bank says

Philip Lane advises pay restrictions creating danger of bank staff departing to other jobs

By Jack Horgan-JonesWed Jun 05 2019 - 03:00

Can I buy a home in Dublin on an average wage?

Can I buy a home in Dublin on an average wage?

Forget about a help-to-buy deposit: no affordable homes are being built in Dublin

By Fiona ReddanTue Jun 04 2019 - 05:45

Number seeking last-resort help for car insurance dips to 1,147

Number seeking last-resort help for car insurance dips to 1,147

Figure 10 times as high as number a decade ago despite decline from 2016 peak

By Brian HuttonTue Jun 04 2019 - 05:45

Financial firms pull 18 top appointments amid Central Bank pressure

Financial firms pull 18 top appointments amid Central Bank pressure

Level of withdrawn applications last year up from eight cases in 2017 and five in 2016

By Joe BrennanMon Jun 03 2019 - 05:50

Facebook proposed to use Ireland to avoid extra digital tax

Facebook proposed to use Ireland to avoid extra digital tax

Social media giant lobbied Paschal Donohoe on proposal in January meeting

By Jack PowerMon Jun 03 2019 - 04:09

State fund worth €750m for housebuilders yet to make loans

State fund worth €750m for housebuilders yet to make loans

Fund established by Government described by Fianna Fáil as ‘monumental failure’

By Brian HuttonMon Jun 03 2019 - 00:53

Makhlouf embroiled in budget leaks controversy in New Zealand

Makhlouf embroiled in budget leaks controversy in New Zealand

Having to resign from his treasury post would be embarrassing for Makhlouf, who becomes Central Bank governor in September

Sat Jun 01 2019 - 05:45

OPW spends €8m buying land and developing ports for border checks

OPW spends €8m buying land and developing ports for border checks

State has developed infrastructure at Dublin and Rosslare ports and Dublin airport

By Simon CarswellFri May 31 2019 - 17:43

OECD proposal on corporate tax could undermine State’s ability to lure investment

OECD proposal on corporate tax could undermine State’s ability to lure investment

Minimum effective tax rate on corporate profits now on the agenda

By Cliff TaylorFri May 31 2019 - 16:35

Nama set to partner with developers to build homes on Poolbeg site

Nama set to partner with developers to build homes on Poolbeg site

Poolbeg West in Dublin capable of accommodating 3,500 new homes

By Barry O'HalloranFri May 31 2019 - 05:43

Fine Gael to overhaul strategies after local election target shortfall

Fine Gael to overhaul strategies after local election target shortfall

Review may result in some general election candidates being taken off tickets, say TDs

By Fiach KellyFri May 31 2019 - 02:16

Pressure on Government after it loses vote on vulture funds mortgage arrears code

Pressure on Government after it loses vote on vulture funds mortgage arrears code

Dáil demands by 64 to 31 that code of conduct must be given legal force

By Marie O'HalloranThu May 30 2019 - 17:39

Government to get report on potential removal of bankers’ pay cap

Government to get report on potential removal of bankers’ pay cap

Officials say €500,000 limit causes senior management to go elsewhere for higher pay

By Jack Horgan-JonesThu May 30 2019 - 13:38

Nama expects to hand over its €4bn lifetime surplus to the State by 2021

Nama expects to hand over its €4bn lifetime surplus to the State by 2021

Agency raises surplus guidance from €3.5bn as it announces 65% rise in after-tax profits

By Barry O'Halloran and Charlie TaylorThu May 30 2019 - 12:34

Dara Deering to lead Home Building Finance Ireland scheme

Dara Deering to lead Home Building Finance Ireland scheme

KBC Bank Ireland senior executive is the first chief executive of the State-backed body

By Charlie TaylorThu May 30 2019 - 12:30

Incoming Irish Central Bank chief caught up in New Zealand controversy

Incoming Irish Central Bank chief caught up in New Zealand controversy

Opposition calls for Gabriel Makhlouf and finance minister to resign over budget leaks

By Kate MacNamaraThu May 30 2019 - 10:25

State ‘paying lipservice to blockchain’ as banks announce collaboration

State ‘paying lipservice to blockchain’ as banks announce collaboration

Irish banking industry announces new blockchain-based education platform

By Charlie TaylorThu May 30 2019 - 08:30

Central bank not imposing sanctions on vulture funds breaking conduct code- FF

Central bank not imposing sanctions on vulture funds breaking conduct code- FF

Michael McGrath says ‘good loans’ sold due to technical definition as non-performing

By Marie O'HalloranWed May 29 2019 - 11:39

Ireland included on US economic watchlist

Ireland included on US economic watchlist

US treasury broadened range of nations it reviews for signs of unfair economic practices

Wed May 29 2019 - 07:53

Biggest Irish listed companies given 33% female director target by 2023

Biggest Irish listed companies given 33% female director target by 2023

Review group urges end to all-male boards, but stops short of calling for gender quotas

By Laura SlatteryWed May 29 2019 - 07:22

Government to spell out how no-deal Brexit would affect budget

Government to spell out how no-deal Brexit would affect budget

Details will be published in mid-June as part of the Summer Economic Statement

By Fiach KellyWed May 29 2019 - 03:46

Minister for Finance says broadband profit unlikely

Minister for Finance says broadband profit unlikely

Paschal Donohoe says any cheaper option would not bring plan to all rural households

By Pat LeahyTue May 28 2019 - 20:29

With general election talk in the air, the pressure grows on Donohoe to spend

With general election talk in the air, the pressure grows on Donohoe to spend

Opening the Government’s coffers further in the jaws of a possible no-deal Brexit would be very unwise

Tue May 28 2019 - 02:45

May’s exit creates headache for Ireland’s economic planning

May’s exit creates headache for Ireland’s economic planning

Paschal Donohoe now has to do his Budget 2020 planning in a Brexit vacuum

Sat May 25 2019 - 05:47

Donohoe bows to the inevitable on Irish tax policy

Donohoe bows to the inevitable on Irish tax policy

Minister faces task of weaning exchequer off drug of corporate tax revenue

By Cliff TaylorSat May 25 2019 - 04:00

Theresa May’s exit creates headache for Ireland’s economic planning

Theresa May’s exit creates headache for Ireland’s economic planning

Cliff Taylor: Extended Brexit logjam looks inevitable as Conservative leadership drama plays out

By Cliff TaylorFri May 24 2019 - 10:43

Corporate tax reform, Bord Gais energy plans and Huawei isolated but undaunted

Corporate tax reform, Bord Gais energy plans and Huawei isolated but undaunted

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By Michael McAleerFri May 24 2019 - 06:54

Minister acknowledges need for change in key speech on corporate tax reform

Minister acknowledges need for change in key speech on corporate tax reform

Paschal Donohoe sets out Irish red lines on OECD proposals

By Peter HamiltonThu May 23 2019 - 11:57

Taxpayer will fork out €700,000 over three years for broadband, says Minister

Taxpayer will fork out €700,000 over three years for broadband, says Minister

Sinn Féin TD accuses Government of ‘giving with one hand and taking with the other’

By Jack Horgan-Jones and Pat LeahyThu May 23 2019 - 01:00

Corporate tax reform prominent at high-level OECD meeting

Corporate tax reform prominent at high-level OECD meeting

Issue due to be addressed at Dublin conference on Thursday

By Cliff TaylorWed May 22 2019 - 19:47

Minister doubles Tax Appeals Commission’s operating budget

Minister doubles Tax Appeals Commission’s operating budget

Agency is dealing with 3,585 appeals involving tax bills totalling €3.7bn

Wed May 22 2019 - 17:01

IBRC wind-up brought forward to 2021 after Quinn settlement

IBRC wind-up brought forward to 2021 after Quinn settlement

Liquidation costs reach €250 million

By Joe BrennanWed May 22 2019 - 16:31

Fianna Fáil calls on watchdog to investigate big projects

Fianna Fáil calls on watchdog to investigate big projects

Fine Gael accused of dishonesty over spending on big projects

By Fiach KellyMon May 20 2019 - 06:18

Cliff Taylor: don’t bank on another extension – a no-deal Brexit is a real risk

Cliff Taylor: don’t bank on another extension – a no-deal Brexit is a real risk

The talks between the Conservatives and Labour have collapsed, and the focus at Westminster remains inward

By Cliff TaylorSun May 19 2019 - 15:55

Miriam Lord: Bare necessities as O’Sullivan canvasses door to door

Miriam Lord: Bare necessities as O’Sullivan canvasses door to door

Naturist warning, Mansion House drink, Stepaside JCB, Daly and singing politicians

By Miriam LordSat May 18 2019 - 01:00

FF slates mooted pay rise for Defence Forces of below €1 a day

FF slates mooted pay rise for Defence Forces of below €1 a day

Officers unimpressed by ‘conservative’ proposals from Public Service Pay Commission

By Martin WallFri May 17 2019 - 19:06

Thousands of healthcare workers vote for strike action

Thousands of healthcare workers vote for strike action

Union warns industrial action will ‘lead inevitably to impact on services to public’

By Martin WallFri May 17 2019 - 18:45

How do you raise carbon taxes without hitting labourers more than lawyers?

How do you raise carbon taxes without hitting labourers more than lawyers?

Caveat: Good luck with handling this one in October’s budget, Paschal Donohoe

By Mark PaulFri May 17 2019 - 05:40

Former priest who embezzled £63,000 running for Fine Gael

Former priest who embezzled £63,000 running for Fine Gael

Kildare local election candidate pleaded guilty to fraud charges in mid-1990s

By Jack PowerFri May 17 2019 - 00:36

Canada’s TD Securities reboots its Irish business due to Brexit

Canada’s TD Securities reboots its Irish business due to Brexit

Fnancial services group plans to have 80 employees in its new EU debt hub in Dublin

By Joe BrennanWed May 15 2019 - 05:25

HSE must start living within budget, says new boss

HSE must start living within budget, says new boss

Managers will be held to account to break even, says Paul Reid in first full day in job

By Martin WallWed May 15 2019 - 03:00

Michael O’Leary lobbied Donohoe for ‘urgent’ crew tax cuts

Michael O’Leary lobbied Donohoe for ‘urgent’ crew tax cuts

Ryanair took legal case against department after failure to secure tax changes

By Jack PowerTue May 14 2019 - 05:48

Commission to recommend pay rise for Defence Forces staff

Commission to recommend pay rise for Defence Forces staff

Top-ups to take-home income likely to be made in form of increased allowances

By Pat Leahy and Martin WallTue May 14 2019 - 03:00

DUP has no objection to the Irish language, says Donaldson

DUP has no objection to the Irish language, says Donaldson

Irish and British governments planning to re-start talks before Lyra McKee’s death – MP

By Ronan McGreevySun May 12 2019 - 18:51

State eyes €100m of backdated interest from IBRC liquidation

State eyes €100m of backdated interest from IBRC liquidation

Figure is contained in answer given this week by Paschal Donohoe to Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty

By Joe BrennanSat May 11 2019 - 06:05

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