A round-up of today’s other stories in brief

Fall-off in number of insolvencies

The number of insolvencies fell slightly last month after rising in September, according to figures from InsolvencyJournal.ie.

Some 118 companies became insolvent in October, compared to 120 in September. There was a notable fall in insolvencies in the construction sector, with 26 construction companies entering liquidation last month, compared to 42 in September.

Ulster Bank unveils service for high earners

Ulster Bank today launches a new banking service to high earners. Ulster Bank Private will be targeted at individuals earning more than €145,000 or those with access to savings worth at least €200,000.

It promises a highly personalised service as well as access to a range of products and services including a private reserve savings account and a dedicated relationship manager and relationship assistant.

There is a monthly fee of €35 for the private relationship service.