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The Arts Council in eye of storm amid massive losses
With the Arts Council in the eye of a storm amid massive losses, Sandra Hurley looks at what is at stake for the major players in the fallout of the controversy.
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February 13, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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Finance Minister @Paschald has told the Dáil that it is his intention to deliver a 9% VAT rate for the hospitality sector but his view is that it should be confined to the food and catering sectors.

He said it would be announced on Budget day and would apply from Jan 1. @rtenews
February 13, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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Occupied Territories Bill may not ban trade in services
Tánaiste and Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Harris has signaled that the Government will not ban trade in services with occupied territories under a forthcoming Bill.
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February 11, 2025 at 9:55 PM
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More people in US seeking to become Irish citizens
The number of people in the United States seeking to become Irish citizens has significantly increased.
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February 7, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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Where now for Sinn Féin as it returns to the opposition benches?

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After a disappointing election can Sinn Féin bounce back?
Sinn Féin will mount a "formidable opposition" according to leader Mary Lou McDonald, but in the aftermath of a disappointing general election, what will the party do next?
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January 28, 2025 at 7:33 PM