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Wednesday 21 October 2020
Eoin McGee looks at yesterday’s budget and breaks down what it means for some members of the workforce.
Paschal Donohoe was speaking about what the upcoming Budget might look like.
There was a sharp drop in ATM withdrawals in April.
This week, our reader details how he’s working from home and hanging out with flatmates, while also playing Football Manager.
The European champions were severely sanctioned for breaching spending rules that will now be subject to a review.
Watt previously warned ministers about not proceeding with the national broadband plan.
Strict new coronavirus measures are coming into effect – here’s what they mean for you.
Gardaí are also investigating one case of fraud in relation to an Oireachtas salary.
The Taoiseach defended the policy but said it may not happen immediately.
A quarter of children make over €800 on their Communion day.
The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council says corporation tax levels could be €6 billion above conventional levels.
People will be invited to put money into the pig – and the money can be spent however the community agrees to spend it.
Gardaí say it’s the price to pay for good police work.
In the UK, consumer confidence registered the largest monthly decline in seventeen months in November.
Retail Ireland said that there will be an increase in sales this year of over €150 million.
Despite strong headline growth figures, living standards in Ireland are actually below Italy and just a little above Cyprus, writes economist Robert Sweeney.
Gill Hasson says that you should spend your money on experiences, not things.
The Summer Economic Statement this year sets out the plans for next year’s Budget. And it’s all about cooling those jets in case Ireland overheats.
Give it to us straight. Be honest.
We’ve had the Japanese art of tidying up – now it’s the Japanese art of saving money.
Richard Boyd Barrett said the government needs to declare Ireland’s housing crisis an emergency.
The council said any additional initiatives should be funded by tax increases or a re-allocation of spending.
Ireland is now the fourth most confident country in Europe, overtaking the UK for the first time in almost nine years.
Goodbody said the Irish economy will reach full employment by the end of next year.
While Ireland spends more than average among ten rich EU countries, it is behind on spending in education particularly.
The CSO has published its Household Budget Survey 2015/16, providing a breakdown of spending across the country.
It looks like Trump’s plans to build the Mexican border wall will be shelved for the moment.
The website allows users to chart the money being used by various Government departments and to service public debt.
That’s according to experts Retail Excellence Ireland.
While there will be 24,000 fewer medical cards, there will be 50,000 more GP visit cards.
There are very few puns.
After much speculation, tomorrow is D-Day.
Tax cuts for some, miniature Irish flags for others.
Yesterday it emerged that the charity’s Irish operation would be wound down and its services transferred.
The area of Environment and Transportation accounted for more than half of the consultant fees paid out.
How much you spend on your campaign still plays a large role in determining whether you win a seat , writes Roslyn Fuller.
That’s a lot of cash.
Around 3,000 adults and 1,100 children are currently being paid direct provision allowance.
It’s time to take the Financial Bleep Test.
According to a Christmas spending survey. And we all think we’re worse off than last year. Mind you, last year we felt the same way…
Irish adults spent an average of €297 on gifts last year.
WITH LEVEL 5 restrictions coming into effect at midnight until 1 December, many businesses will be forced to close for the next six weeks.
Of course, many Irish businesses have an online presence and in the run-up to Christmas will rely heavily on support here at home.
As the festive season approaches we want to know: Will you make an extra effort to ‘buy irish’ this Christmas?
Poll Results:
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
This week, a home cook and recent sea swimming convert talks us through her week.
Some sun, then clouds, spotty showers
Max: 13 °C
Min: 6 °C
Cool with a blend of sun and clouds
Max: 10 °C
Min: 6 °C
Clouds and sun with a couple of showers
Max: 10 °C
Min: 6 °C
