Week 38 - Wednesday

More than 100,000 public sector workers are beginning industrial action today over delays in securing a new pay agreement, with work-to-rule action ahead of two planned strike dates in October.  A nationwide 15-minute walkout is taking place to highlight violence against women and girls, follo…

Health insurance customers are facing higher premiums alongside reduced benefits, with some policyholders potentially left with shortfalls of up to €6,000 for procedures such as hip, knee and shoulder replacements. A new round of fuel protests could take place ahead of Budget 2027, with campaigners…

More than 1,000 people attended a meeting in Moate over rising fuel and living costs, with organisers warning further fuel protests will take place if the upcoming Budget fails to deliver the action they are seeking. House price inflation is showing signs of easing nationally, but prices continue …

The long-awaited Midlands Hospice is running €12 million, or 30%, over budget, with the HSE carrying out a value-engineering exercise on the project following years of campaigning and local fundraising. 011026 Family Carers Ireland says 71% of carers are struggling to make ends meet and is calling …