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We're halfway through corrections since 2008, says Cowen
Taoiseach discusses the government’s four year plan, and dismisses Fianna Fáil TD Sean Power’s claims he will step down before next general election.
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Nov 24th 2010, 7:02 PM
Evening Wrap
The 5 at 5 5 minutes, 5 stories, 5 o’clock.
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Nov 24th 2010, 4:50 PM
Four year plan includes tax hikes, VAT increase and huge spending cuts
The four year plan is here – and it’s not going to be pretty. Social welfare will be savaged, with big income tax hikes.
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Nov 24th 2010, 3:47 PM
Government announces new "site value tax" from 2012
Four year plan unveils property tax will which apply to some 1.8m households.
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Nov 24th 2010, 2:48 PM
Former junior minister 'expects Cowen to resign' after Budget
Kildare TD Seán Power tells his local radio station he understands Cowen will go as soon as the Budget is delivered.
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Nov 24th 2010, 12:39 PM
Poll: Which do you want to happen first: the Budget or an election?
Is it more important to have the budget passed first, or to appoint a government with a new mandate?
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Nov 24th 2010, 7:47 AM
Kenny asks government to bring forward Budget
Enda Kenny says the Dáíl could pass a slimmed-down Budget allowing for a quick election – but Cowen says no.
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Nov 23rd 2010, 5:44 PM
Labour and Fine Gael clash over €6bn cuts
Both parties have called for a snap election – but can’t agree on how to impose cuts now that the IMF are on the scene.
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Nov 23rd 2010, 9:59 AM
Brian Cowen's statement in full
The full text of the statement delivered by Brian Cowen outside the Government Buildings this evening.
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Nov 22nd 2010, 10:15 PM
Cowen: Government to be dissolved in the New Year
Taoiseach has no plans to resign, saying that passing the Budget is the greatest issue facing the country at this time.
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Nov 22nd 2010, 7:38 PM
Fianna Fáil ministers meet after Greens call for election
Emergency meeting being held after Green Party pushes for general election and two Independent TDs threaten the Budget.
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Nov 22nd 2010, 5:55 PM
In pictures: Ireland’s day of economic and political turmoil
A bailout announced, a government collapsing, a department stormed… it’s been quite a day. Here’s our gallery.
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Nov 22nd 2010, 4:56 PM
Budget in crisis: Lowry and Healy-Rae say support is "unlikely"
The two Independent TDs who give the government its Dáil majority say their support can’t be counted on any more.
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Nov 22nd 2010, 1:53 PM
Spanish bank chief says Irish crisis 'unfounded'
Not only that, but all our fears will vanish when the government announces its budget plans, says Fernandez Ordonez.
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Nov 15th 2010, 3:25 PM
Workers turn down €15/hr to stay on benefits
The state’s business advisory reports that unemployed couples are better off on the Dole than taking part-time hours.
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Nov 15th 2010, 1:27 PM
Lowry lays gauntlet as Ó Cuív says pensions may be cut
Éamon Ó Cuív says nothing is safe in next month’s Budget – while Michael Lowry says a pension cut won’t pass the Dáil.
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Nov 11th 2010, 1:37 PM
Rehn: €15bn Budget cuts programme could be revised
The European Commissioner says the four-year cuts target laid down by the EU could be tinkered with.
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Nov 9th 2010, 1:30 PM
What they're saying about Olli Rehn's visit
A round-up of international coverage on EU Commissioner Rehn’s visit to Ireland.
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Nov 9th 2010, 9:57 AM
Rehn repeats mantra that Ireland will lose low tax
The European Commissioner repeats his assertion that Ireland will simply have to raise tax rates in order to survive.
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Nov 9th 2010, 6:59 AM
EU economics chief arrives for two-day budget talks
Olli Rehn will meet with the Minister for Finance today to discuss the upcoming budget.
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Nov 8th 2010, 8:47 AM
Hey! Brian! Leave those OAPs alone
Finance Minister Brian Lenihan warned that the Greens, some FF backbenchers and independents won’t support cuts to the State pension.
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Nov 8th 2010, 8:47 AM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Nine things you need to know by 9am: the storm that turned out to be a damp squib; 12 injured and two people die in Galway crash; iPhone alarm glitch is still not fixed as Americans wake up late for work.
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Nov 8th 2010, 8:30 AM
Fine Gael won't support government over budget: Kenny
Enda Kenny says the government faces problems passing the Budget as he presents his party’s plan for running the country.
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Nov 7th 2010, 4:50 PM
Budget could hinge on pension cuts, say backbenchers
Government backbenchers warn they won’t support budget next month if cuts to state pension are included.
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Nov 7th 2010, 11:01 AM
Good Morning
The 9 at 9 Nine things you need to know by 9am: Government backbenchers up in arms over proposed pension cuts; most people prefer higher tax to water and property charges; and Burma heads to the polls for first national election in 20 years.
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Nov 7th 2010, 8:59 AM
Evening Wrap
The 5 at 5 5 stories, 5 minutes, 5 o’clock.
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Nov 5th 2010, 4:58 PM
No 'mass emigration' despite 100,000 leaving - Cowen
We’re “not going back” to the days of the 1980s – despite government projections of 100,000 leaving by 2014.
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Nov 5th 2010, 4:36 PM
Bond markets unmoved by €6bn budget package
The cost of Irish borrowing remains largely flat in spite of the government’s Budget announcements.
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Nov 5th 2010, 2:59 PM
Lenihan's "intense" meeting with FF backbenchers
Brian Lenihan is seen in “intense” discussions with several TDs known to oppose Brian Cowen’s party leadership.
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Nov 5th 2010, 10:51 AM
Running out of road - but at least Olli Rehn's happy
The international reaction to the Bloodbath Budget calls – it’s going to be tough, but Brussels seems pleased.
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Nov 5th 2010, 9:22 AM
Bloodbath Budget: Government will seek €6 billion adjustments and foresees massive emigration
€4.5bn in spending cuts and €1.5bn in new taxes coming your way – with 100,000 expected to leave Ireland before 2014.
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Nov 4th 2010, 4:48 PM
Lenihan tells BBC we still have 'severe difficulties'
The Finance Minister tells the British broadcaster that there’s good points and bad about the Irish economy.
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Nov 3rd 2010, 4:50 PM
Exchequer figures reveal tax receipts ahead of schedule
Ireland raised €24.7bn in tax in the ten months up to October 31 – 1% higher than was expected.
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Nov 2nd 2010, 5:12 PM
Budget Day will still be December 7, says Cowen
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Nov 2nd 2010, 4:52 PM
Lowry 'yet to decide' on whether to support Budget
One of the two independent TDs the government needs for its majority says the Budget is in ‘serious danger’ of defeat.
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Nov 2nd 2010, 3:34 PM
Ireland has "a month to stop bailout" - UCD economist
First Colm McCarthy, now Karl Whelan says the movements in bond markets leave Ireland on the brink of default.
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Nov 2nd 2010, 9:34 AM
Greens to draw Reg Fee lines at €2,500
The fractious discussions on a new registration fee may lead to compromise within the government parties.
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Nov 2nd 2010, 9:02 AM
Primary schools face larger class sizes and fewer special needs teachers
Dept of Finance considering education cuts ranging from abolishing Transition Year, to introducing bus charges for special needs pupils.
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Nov 2nd 2010, 8:44 AM
Sinn Féin proposes 48% tax rate for Budget
The first of the pre-Budget submissions proposes €5.8bn in adjustments, including €4bn in new taxes.
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Nov 1st 2010, 3:04 PM
Government tensions over doubling of third-level registration fees
Fianna Fáil reported to be considering raising registration fees by another €1,500, which the USI says will force more students out of education.
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Nov 1st 2010, 8:37 AM
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