Prime Minister Simon Harris has proposed legislation to curb refugee arrivals via Northern Ireland, citing concerns over the recent surge in numbers. With 80% of arrivals entering Ireland through this route, the government aims to stem the flow, which it estimates at less than 2,000 individuals. This move comes in response to Britain’s plan to … Read more
Last year’s budget’s promise to alleviate the impact of rising interest rates has fallen short, according to the Central Bank’s recent report. The scheme, costing €120 million annually, primarily benefits older homeowners with tracker mortgages, neglecting those facing steep interest rates exceeding 6%. The bank urges a revision, limiting assistance to those with rates above … Read more
In a promising start to 2024, the government has reported a significant boost in tax revenue, reaching 12 billion euros for the first two months. This marks a noteworthy 5.5% increase compared to the same period last year, driven by substantial rises in income tax, VAT, and excise duty. Income tax alone experienced a surge … Read more
In response to a significant reduction in personnel, the Irish government has decided to extend the service period for members of the Garda, Defense Force, and Prison Service. The cabinet decision, announced by Ministers Helen McEntee, Meehol Martin, and Pascal Donohoe, involves raising the pension age for Garda officers to 62 and for Defense personnel … Read more