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Local Property Tax to Increase in 2026, Confirms Minister Donohoe

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Yesterday at 10:45 AM

Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe has confirmed that the Local Property Tax (LPT) will rise from 2026, though he assured that increases will be limited for the vast majority of homeowners. Speaking after presenting a memo to Cabinet, Mr Donohoe said that most property owners will see annual...

Verona Murphy Survives Historic Confidence Vote Amid Dáil Turmoil

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Yesterday at 10:39 AM

In a dramatic and unprecedented moment in Irish political history, the Dáil has voted confidence in Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy, with the motion passing by 96 votes to 71, and two abstentions. This marks the first time such a vote has ever been held on a sitting speaker of the Dáil. The...

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Aontú Slams €1.2 Billion EU Migration Plan as ‘Outrageous’ Amid Dáil Dysfunction

Monday at 3:06 PM

Ireland Sees 30% Decline in February Visitor Numbers, CSO Reports

Friday at 3:10 PM

Record High: Over 15,300 People, Including 4,653 Children, Reported Homeless in February

Friday at 3:02 PM

Migrants Outpace Irish-Born in Employment and Education

Friday at 2:31 PM
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The average house price in Dublin has skyrocketed to €593,936.

Friday at 10:24 AM

Dáil to Vote on Confidence Motion in Ceann Comhairle as Tensions Escalate

Mar 27, 2025

Government Approves National Plan to Overhaul Ireland’s Asylum System Under New EU Pact

Mar 25, 2025

Dáil Showdown Looms as Opposition Fights Government Plan on Speaking Time

Mar 25, 2025

Accommodation Payment for Ukrainian Hosts to Be Reduced

Mar 25, 2025

Central Bank Unveils Major Update to Consumer Protection Code

Mar 24, 2025

Simon Harris Responds to Claims of €7,000 Car Repair Payments for Ukrainian Refugees

Mar 21, 2025

Housing Minister Calls for "Radical Thinking" to Fix Apartment Shortfall

Mar 20, 2025

International News

Marine Le Pen Banned from Office Amid Conviction in EU Funds Case

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Monday at 2:59 PM

In a stunning legal and political blow, far-right leader Marine Le Pen has been sentenced to a five-year ban on holding public office and handed a four-year prison term — to be served under electronic surveillance — over a long-running case involving misuse of European Parliament funds. The...

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Israel Launches First Airstrike on Beirut Since Hezbollah Ceasefire

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Friday at 3:14 PM

Israel conducted its first airstrike on Beirut's southern suburbs, a Hezbollah stronghold, since a ceasefire with the group took effect in November 2024. The Israeli military targeted a drone storage unit on Friday, following an evacuation warning that triggered widespread panic in the area. The...

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Poland Suspends Right to Asylum at Belarus Border Amid Security Concerns

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Mar 27, 2025

Poland has temporarily suspended the right of migrants arriving via its border with Belarus to apply for asylum, following the signing of a controversial bill into law by President Andrzej Duda. Prime Minister Donald Tusk, who had promised swift action, confirmed the implementation of the new...

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Trump Slaps 25% Tariffs on Imported Cars and Parts in Sweeping Trade Shift

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Mar 27, 2025

US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs of 25% on imported cars and car parts, in a dramatic move that threatens to upend global automotive trade and strain ties with key allies. The tariffs, unveiled during an Oval Office address, will take effect on April 2 for imported...

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Trump Targets Ireland in New Pharma Tariff Push

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Mar 27, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to introduce tariffs on pharmaceuticals, directly citing Ireland as one of the countries targeted in a move aimed at reshoring America’s drug production industry. Speaking from the Oval Office last night, President Trump claimed that the United...

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