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Palladin Capital’s three-year involvement at Arnotts to conclude at end of March

Nigel Blow to step down as retailer’s CEO but likely to become non-executive chairman

By Ciarán HancockFri Mar 22 2013 - 06:00

Euro zone teleconference reveals extent of alarm over Cyprus

Official refers to ‘open talk’ regarding Cyprus leaving the euro zone

Thu Mar 21 2013 - 22:44

Farmers should be helped to get more income from the market place

Alan Matthews: Cap reform deal includes exciting measures to encourage innovation

By Alan MatthewsThu Mar 21 2013 - 06:00

Cypriot leaders scramble to create a fresh rescue plan

Discussions between Cypriot finance minister Michael Sarris and Russian authorities in Moscow yield no concrete proposals

By Suzanne Lynch and Michael JansenThu Mar 21 2013 - 06:00

Irish presidency on target to secure new deal on Common Agricultural Policy

New round of negotiations starting next month

By Alison HealyThu Mar 21 2013 - 06:00

Irish deposits ‘will not be targeted’ for Cypriot-style tax

Minister for Agriculture insists Irish savings are safe during Dáil debate on bailout deal

By Marie O'Halloran and Michael O'ReganWed Mar 20 2013 - 20:12

Main points of new CAP deal

New system is based on a flat rate regardless of how much a farmer produces

By Alison HealyWed Mar 20 2013 - 12:00

Video: Farm payments deal to see ‘more winners than losers’, Coveney says

Agreement will see introduction of flexible ‘Irish model’ of farm payments

By Éanna Ó CaollaíWed Mar 20 2013 - 10:15

IFA says thousands will lose out

Farming groups give mixed reaction to CAP reform

By Joanne HuntWed Mar 20 2013 - 09:00

Cyprus rejects bailout agreement in rebuff to European Union

Cypriot finance minister flies to Russia to discuss alternative bailout plan

By Suzanne Lynch, Michael Jansen and Dan McLaughlinWed Mar 20 2013 - 06:00

Hollande sacks budget minister under investigation for tax fraud

Jérôme Cahuzac placed under investigation for money laundering and tax fraud

By Lara MarloweWed Mar 20 2013 - 06:00

EU ministers reach accord on farm policy

Discussions in Brussels focus on distribution of single farm payment

By Suzanne LynchTue Mar 19 2013 - 22:07

Kenny says Obama 'reaffirms intention' to return to Ireland

Leaders meet in Oval Office for traditional St Patrick’s Day shamrock ceremony

By Simon Carswell and Carl O'BrienTue Mar 19 2013 - 15:44

Childers seeks Rehn resignation over Cyprus

Fianna Fail seeks basis for assurances deposit raids would not happen in Ireland

By Genevieve CarberryTue Mar 19 2013 - 12:52

Video: Hopes high for an agreement on European farm policy today

Irish officials worked on draft texts throughout the night

By Suzanne Lynch and Alison HealyTue Mar 19 2013 - 12:52

Pope appeals to world leaders in inaugural mass

Huge crowds throng St Peter’s Square for a Mass to inaugurate papacy

By Patsy McGarryTue Mar 19 2013 - 08:49

Government fears loss of influence after drop-off in EU jobs applicants

Students targeted in drive to boost interest in EU careers

By Judith CrosbieTue Mar 19 2013 - 06:00

Global collaboration required to tackle ticking bomb of diabetes

The epidemic that currently affects more than 350 million people around the globe

Tue Mar 19 2013 - 06:00

Crucial CAP talks continue in Brussels

Coveney confident of reaching agreement

By Suzanne LynchMon Mar 18 2013 - 15:49

Discursive summit in many shades of grey

Low-key meeting as political support for austerity falters

By PMURTAGHFri Mar 15 2013 - 15:00

Kenny says breaking link between bank and sovereign debt a 'critical test'

EU leaders plan to give unemployed young people an automatic right of access to training

By Arthur BeesleyFri Mar 15 2013 - 10:42

Irish firm QK Meats kept horse find secret

Equine DNA found in Polish sourced meat in June 2012

By Colm KeenaThu Mar 14 2013 - 11:13

Economic crisis to dominate summit of EU leaders

Discord mounting between member states on how union is dealing with problems

By Suzanne LynchThu Mar 14 2013 - 00:06

Economic crisis to dominate summit of EU leaders

Discord mounting between member states on how union is dealing with problems

By Suzanne LynchThu Mar 14 2013 - 00:06

Tesco withdraws meatloaf in State

Health commissioner says horse meat scandal is not a food safety issue

By Alison HealyWed Mar 13 2013 - 06:00

MEPs urged to voice choice of candidate in EU vote

By Suzanne Lynch and Alison HealyTue Mar 12 2013 - 22:00

Germany leads EU criticism of Hungary reforms

Latest clash between Brussels and Prime minister Orban

By Daniel McLaughlin and Suzanne LynchTue Mar 12 2013 - 22:00

SPD present election manifesto

By Derek ScallyTue Mar 12 2013 - 21:11

Cap deal will mean compromise, Coveney

300 farmers protest in Dublin over reforms to EU agriculture policy

By Genevieve CarberryMon Mar 11 2013 - 16:00

Portuguese economy continues to shrink

GDP dropped 3.2 per cent last year - its sharpest annual downturn since 1975

Mon Mar 11 2013 - 14:06

Foolish to expect too much from IMF ‘bigging up’ State

Substantive power for key decisions rests with other members of the troika

By John McManusMon Mar 11 2013 - 12:00

Foolish to expect too much from IMF ‘bigging up’ State

Substantive power for key decisions rests with other members of the troika

By John McManusMon Mar 11 2013 - 06:00

Bruton meets Obama aides on EU-US deal

Transatlantic trade pact could generate more than ¤100m a year for Irish companies

By SCARSWELLMon Mar 11 2013 - 06:00

Farmers to protest over CAP reforms

Commissioner for agriculture attending meetings in Dublin tomorrow

By Alison HealySun Mar 10 2013 - 16:35

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