Social projects are still in businessCorporate social responsibility programmes are still viable despite the recession, and are just as important for some firms as…Fri Aug 01 2008 - 01:00
New car registrations fall 52.4 per centThe number of new cars licenced for the first time fell again in June, slipping 52.4 per cent.Mon Jul 28 2008 - 01:00
Ryanair shares dive as profit slumps 85%Shares in Ryanair plummetted today after the airline announced profits fell by 85 per cent in its first quarter, as high oil …Mon Jul 28 2008 - 01:00
Amnesty warns against human rights 'cost-cutting'Amnesty International has warned the Government against using its proposal to merge a number of statutory human rights bodies…Fri Jul 25 2008 - 01:00
Patent for taxi texting serviceA SMALL Irish company has been granted a patent for a new type of system that will allow customers to order taxis by text, writes…Fri Jul 25 2008 - 01:00
Bus operator takes case to High CourtA private bus operator is taking legal action against the State, challenging a decision by the Department of transport to award…Thu Jul 24 2008 - 01:00
Port tunnel strike avertedThreatened strike action that could have temporarily shut down the Dublin Port Tunnel has been averted, union leaders said this…Thu Jul 24 2008 - 01:00
Renewal of border checks with Britain proposedThe first formal border checks between Ireland and Britain in more than 80 years were proposed by the two governments today.Thu Jul 24 2008 - 01:00
'Robot doctor' offers quicker treatment for stroke victimsSTROKE PATIENTS could receive better and more rapid treatment at the hands of a "robot doctor" if hospitals win funding for the…Thu Jul 24 2008 - 01:00
Dublin Bus denies unauthorised servicesDublin Bus has denied allegations it ran services that were not authorised by the Government, saying it was satisfied it was "…Wed Jul 23 2008 - 01:00
Buses should be allowed use Port Tunnel - reportBuses should be allowed to use the Port Tunnel in order to help tackle traffic congestion in the capital, according to a transport…Wed Jul 23 2008 - 01:00
Severity of online child pornography 'increasing'The number of confirmed reports of child pornography and the severity of the illegal content rose in 2007, according to figures…Tue Jul 22 2008 - 01:00
New grants for energy efficient homes unveiledDevelopers are being encouraged to build energy efficient, low carbon housing through a new grant scheme designed to help fund…Tue Jul 22 2008 - 01:00
Fishermen stage protest in DublinFishermen took to the streets of Dublin today in a bid to get a better deal from Europe for the industry.Mon Jul 21 2008 - 01:00
Carphone stores put faith in miniature laptopsTHE CARPHONE Warehouse has begun selling the Asus EeePC, the latest in a new line of "netbooks" that are designed for basic tasks…Fri Jul 18 2008 - 01:00
Ordnance Survey offers property buyers indepth site reports onlinePOTENTIAL HOMEBUYERS can now research the land on which their property is built with a new environmental report service offered…Wed Jul 16 2008 - 01:00
Cutbacks could hit vulnerable children - BarnardosCutbacks in public spending could have a long-term impact on vulnerable children and families and is not the answer to the economic…Tue Jul 15 2008 - 01:00
Lack of information fuels airport angerMANY PASSENGERS waiting to board flights at Dublin airport yesterday afternoon were angry and confused because of a lack of information…Thu Jul 10 2008 - 01:00
Travel chaos for Dublin Airport travellersThe mood at Dublin Airport this afternoon was one of anger and confusion as technical problems caused chaos for travellers.Wed Jul 09 2008 - 01:00
Government plan 'ill-thought out and haphazard'REACTION: There were mixed reactions to the Government’s plans to cut €1Tue Jul 08 2008 - 01:00
Mandate calls for 'substantial' pay risesTrade union Mandate has said that "substantial" pay rises are needed to address the issue of low wages in the retail sector.Wed Jul 02 2008 - 01:00
Amendments to planning regulations proposedProposed amendments to the planning regulations should simplify the process, the Minister for the Environment, John Gormley, …Tue Jul 01 2008 - 01:00
Boyzone's return marks big weekend of music and sportTHOUSANDS OF music and sports fans will be taking to Irish roads this weekend as a number of high profile events take place around…Sat Jun 28 2008 - 01:00
Derby and 'Crazy Horse' draw puntersThousands of music and sports fans will be taking to Irish roads this weekend as a number of high profile events take place around…Fri Jun 27 2008 - 01:00
The business of academic researchEVERY YEAR, research projects are undertaken at Irish third-level institutions, and some have the potential to succeed as commercial…Fri Jun 27 2008 - 01:00
Church may surrender schools patronageArchbishop of Dublin Dr Diarmuid Martin has told an education conference he is prepared to divest some schools of their Catholic…Fri Jun 27 2008 - 01:00
New car registrations fall 39.8%The number of new private cars licensed fell 39Wed Jun 25 2008 - 01:00
'Affordable homes' website unveiledA new website providing information on affordable homes around Ireland has been unveiled by the Minister for Housing, Urban Renewal…Tue Jun 24 2008 - 01:00
FSAI recalls contaminated fruit juicesThe Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has issued a product recall for an Irish brand of fruit juices, after some batches…Mon Jun 23 2008 - 01:00
Numbers travelling to UK for abortions fallsThe number of women giving an Irish address when travelling to the UK for abortions fell in 2007, new figures showed todayThu Jun 19 2008 - 01:00
Event to focus on convergence opportunitiesCONVERGENCE WILL provide new business opportunities for Irish-based life sciences, ICT and food companies and the economy, according…Fri Jun 06 2008 - 01:00
Call for investigation into food pricingOpposition parties have called on the Government to launch an investigation into food prices in Ireland, following a report that…Tue Jun 03 2008 - 01:00
Samsung offers as Gaeilge optionSAMSUNG IS getting in on the new enthusiasm for the Irish language with its new Tocco phone, the first handset to have the option…Fri May 30 2008 - 01:00
Aastra promises new investmentNEW INVESTMENT and an increased focus on the enterprise market have been promised to partners and customers of Ericsson's Enterprise…Fri May 30 2008 - 01:00
Cowen casts doubt on future of NDP projectsTaoiseach Brian Cowen has cast doubt on the future of the National Development Plan (NDP) as economic conditions become less …Wed May 28 2008 - 01:00
Metro North corridor 'to create 37,000 jobs'The proposed Metro North project will create an economic corridor that could double the level of economic activity in the region…Mon May 26 2008 - 01:00
DCC repeats support for FlavinIndustrial holding company DCC has repeated its backing of Executive Chairman Jim Flavin saying he made an "unwitting breach'' …Tue May 20 2008 - 01:00
Andor boosts profit and turnoverHigh performance digital camera maker Andor Technology increased its turnover and operating profit in the six months ending March…Tue May 20 2008 - 01:00
Rents fall in first quarter of 2008Rents for properties in Ireland have dropped in the first quarter of 2008, a new survey has revealed.Tue May 20 2008 - 01:00
Jobs in construction down 11.7% on this time last yearEMPLOYMENT IN the construction sector continued to fall in March, slipping 11Fri May 16 2008 - 01:00
Construction employment falls 11.7%Employment in the construction sector continued to fall in March, slipping 11Thu May 15 2008 - 01:00
Teenagers' quest for body beauty leading to eating disordersUP TO 11 per cent of girls and 3 per cent of boys in Ireland are at risk of suffering from an eating disorder, a new study has…Fri May 02 2008 - 01:00
Teenagers' quest for body beauty leading to eating disordersUP TO 11 per cent of girls and 3 per cent of boys in Ireland are at risk of suffering from an eating disorder, a new study has…Fri May 02 2008 - 01:00
Study highlights risk of eating disorders among teensUp to 11 per cent of girls and 3 per cent of boys in Ireland are at risk of suffering from an eating disorder, a new study has…Thu May 01 2008 - 01:00
New Irish car sales slow in MarchThe number of new cars licensed for the first time in Ireland fell by more than 22 per cent in March, CSO figures show.Wed Apr 30 2008 - 01:00
Hanafin unveils road safety schemeA new road safety programme aimed at transition year students has been unveiled by the Minister for Education, Mary Hanafin.Tue Apr 29 2008 - 01:00
Hanafin urged to act on audit reportThe Labour Party has called for Minister for Education Mary Hanafin to take action after a Department of Education audit of schools…Mon Apr 28 2008 - 01:00
Department opposes Clarence Hotel planTHE DEMOLITION of the Clarence Hotel in Dublin and its rebuilding for a new design could go against both local guidelines and…Fri Apr 18 2008 - 01:00
Clarence scheme 'breaks guidelines'The proposed Clarence Hotel project on Dublin's quays could go against both local planning guidelines and Government legislation…Thu Apr 17 2008 - 01:00
Thirdforce operating profits rise 160%E-learning firm Thirdforce saw a significant turnaround in its fortunes, recording a rise of 160 per cent in its operating profit…Wed Apr 16 2008 - 01:00
