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Virtual Panel for the Budget 2011
Meet the TheJournal.ie panellists who talk candidly about the affect the Budget will have on them.
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Dec 7th 2010, 8:24 PM
Budget 2011 a "puppet Budget from puppet government" - opposition
The opposition parties, predictably, are less than enthused about the measures outlined by Brian Lenihan.
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Dec 7th 2010, 8:09 PM
No surprise as corporation tax stays static but start-ups scheme extended
Expert believes focusing on employee numbers won’t necessarily make new businesses a success.
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Dec 7th 2010, 7:17 PM
Slashwatch: end of the road for big spending on infrastructure
Transport and education hit hard by Finance Minister’s budget plans.
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Dec 7th 2010, 7:15 PM
Budget 2011 brings over 300,000 back into the tax net
What will it mean for you? Here’s our guide to all the hidden nasties in today’s Budget.
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Dec 7th 2010, 6:29 PM
Consumers saved from VAT, alcohol and ciggie changes
Petrol and diesel increases hitting motorists from midnight tonight – and betting online will be taxed as if you were punting on the high street.
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Dec 7th 2010, 5:25 PM
Poll: Do you think Budget 2011 is fair?
Now we know what’s happening in 2011, we ask: do you think Budget 2011 is fair?
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Dec 7th 2010, 5:16 PM
Lenihan delivers most austere Budget in Ireland's history
The main points of today’s Budget speech.
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Dec 7th 2010, 5:13 PM
Every house sale subject to stamp duty
Every house purchase up to €1m will be subject to 1 per cent levy; it goes up to 2 per cent over €1m. But it will pay to get your home’s energy-efficiency up to scratch.
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Dec 7th 2010, 4:57 PM
Slashwatch: Ministers, Taoiseach and top civil servants feel the pinch
Salary caps for civil servant salaries and an axe taken to Government’s personal pockets announced.
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Dec 7th 2010, 4:46 PM
First Budget 2011 cutback: Is Brian Lenihan wearing last year's tie?
Today’s dark blue tie with light stripes looks very similar to the one he donned to present Budget 2010.
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Dec 7th 2010, 4:00 PM
Poll: What colour tie will Brian Lenihan wear for his budget speech?
Forget everything else – this is the big issue gripping the nation.
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Dec 7th 2010, 2:22 PM
Brian Lenihan odds-on to sing the blues - and wear them too
Betting on the colour of the Finance Minister’s tie on Budget Day settles on inoffensive shade – and he’s 50/1 to wear a Santa suit.
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Dec 7th 2010, 1:51 PM
Cigarettes, alcohol and old age pensions untouched: reports
Reports suggest that fuel costs will rise but there will be no new duties on cigarettes and alcohol.
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Dec 7th 2010, 1:47 PM
Backbenchers, independents remain tight-lipped on Budget vote
Independent Noel Grealish will probably vote against, while FF’s Mattie McGrath hasn’t made up his mind – could it be a tie?
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Dec 7th 2010, 12:25 PM
Budget 2011: Six things to expect
A quick, at-a-glance guide to what you can expect from today’s “Bludget”, with €6bn in adjustments coming your way.
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Dec 7th 2010, 11:50 AM
Presenting TheJournal.ie's exclusive Budget Bingo
It’s going to be a grim afternoon – so we’re helping you through it by turning it into a fun game for all the family.
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Dec 7th 2010, 11:23 AM
Fianna Fáil opposition would support government - Martin
The potential future FF leader says his party would support any government – as long as they’re using the Four Year Plan.
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Dec 7th 2010, 11:05 AM
Budget 2011: As it happened (Liveblog)
Relive, TheJournal.ie’s live coverage…
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Dec 7th 2010, 9:52 AM
Child benefit fears ahead of devastating Budget cuts
Brian Lenihan expected to set out the harshest budget in the country’s history this afternoon.
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Dec 7th 2010, 8:21 AM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Nine things you really, really need to know this morning: Lenihan announces Budget 2011 today; WikiLeaks founder due in UK court later; and guess which TDs have the worst Dáil attendance record?
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Dec 7th 2010, 8:01 AM
Ireland doesn't have public sector 'fat cats' - it has 'morbidly obese cats'
Guardian writer Lisa O’Carroll says salaries for high-ranking public sector workers in Ireland escaped proper attention in the four-year plan because it is such a political hot potato.
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Dec 6th 2010, 5:54 PM
All eyes on Jackie...
Bloomberg looks at the part Kerry South Independent TD Jackie Healy-Rae plays in passing Ireland’s Budget.
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Dec 6th 2010, 3:32 PM
Ahern, Cowen named Ireland's top blaggers
The former and current Taoisigh top a public poll of people or bodies known for blagging their way into riches.
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Dec 6th 2010, 2:38 PM
IBEC seeks labour market reform and increase in consumer confidence
The employers confederation says the Budget must get consumers spending again – but doesn’t ask for a review of professional fees.
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Dec 6th 2010, 10:21 AM
Budget's semi-state pay caps may be illegal
New pay caps may only apply to new semi-state staff, as the cabinet is told a retrospective cap could be illegal.
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Dec 6th 2010, 9:07 AM
Independent TDs decide on Budget stance today
Jackie Healy-Rae and Michael Lowry seek government clarification ahead of tomorrow’s Budget announcement.
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Dec 6th 2010, 8:59 AM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Nine things you really need to know by 9am: Lenihan voted Europe’s worst finance minister; semi state bosses to escape pay cuts, and a live stunt on German TV goes horribly wrong.
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Dec 6th 2010, 8:54 AM
Ministers fighting prospect of a salary cut
Sources tell the Sunday papers that the government is considering capping public sector pay at around €250,000, as cabinet ministers resist cuts of up to €30,000.
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Dec 5th 2010, 11:00 AM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Nine things you really need to know by 9am: ministerial pay cuts; poll shows more prefer Bruton as FG leader than Kenny; and increased volcanic activity in Ecuador sparks evacuation.
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Dec 5th 2010, 9:00 AM
Poll shows majority believe recession will stay for three years
Respondents say they don’t want corporate tax rate to be increased, and that there are too many TDs in the Dáil.
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Dec 4th 2010, 11:31 AM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Nine things you really need to know by 9am: black ice on roads; Merkel threatened to pull out of the euro; Ireland’s 32% deficit; and Mexican police arrest 14-year-old hitman.
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Dec 4th 2010, 9:00 AM
Evening Wrap
The 5 at 5 5 minutes, 5 stories, 5 o’clock.
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Dec 3rd 2010, 4:53 PM
No early election, as Oireachtas set for five-week Christmas holiday
The provisional calendar schedules the Dáil to finish for Christmas on December 16, and not return until January 19.
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Dec 3rd 2010, 3:08 PM
FG and Labour launch alternative budget proposals
Fine Gael would hold off on increases to income tax until the economic recovery creates new jobs, according to its budget plan.
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Dec 3rd 2010, 12:29 PM
Gardai refuse to spell out Dail protection for Budget Day
As The Star reports that all leave has been cancelled for riot police, Garda bosses are keeping a tight lid on “operational matters”.
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Dec 1st 2010, 4:02 PM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Nine things you really need to know by 9am: More snow; South Korea’s war games; EU ministers meet on Irish bailout; and a big edible tree.
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Nov 28th 2010, 9:03 AM
In photos: austerity protest takes to the streets of Dublin
Dublin march passes peacefully through city centre before breakaway group confronts gardaí outside the Dáil – away from the march route.
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Nov 27th 2010, 3:40 PM
Signs of the times: Protestors make views known (slideshow)
A photo gallery of some of the best signs featured on today’s march.
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Nov 27th 2010, 1:49 PM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Nine things you really need to know by 9am: the big chill; pushing for a bailout deal; and the Limerick community which helped a mother keep her home by collecting €22k.
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Nov 27th 2010, 9:28 AM
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