Lower Electricity Prices as Community Power absorbs rate increase
Ireland’s first community owned electricity supplier, Community Power, will be offering cheaper electricity to its customers as it absorbs the recent increase in rates charged for use of the electricity distribution network. Most other electricity suppliers have increased their prices to pass on the rate increase to their customers. However, Community Power are keeping their […]
One of the Great Books of Ireland, The Book of Lismore, returns home
15th century medieval manuscript donated to UCC by the Trustees of the Chatsworth Settlement Book contains some of the greatest masterpieces of medieval Irish literature #BookOfLismore The Book of Lismore, created in the late 15th century, has been donated by the Trustees of the Chatsworth Settlement to University College Cork (UCC). This major medieval manuscript, created at Kilbrittain, […]
Almost half of Irish motorists intend on using car financing to purchase their next car
Carzone examines attitudes towards car finance options among consumers Key findings Nearly half (47%) of Irish motorists intend on using car finance to purchase their next car 42% of drivers under the age of 25 do not have a good understanding of car finance 30% of motorists feel that monthly cost is the most […]
Former player becomes new presenter of TG4’s Peil na mBan Beo coverage
The TG4 Ladies Football Championship in association with the LGFA is back on our screens soon. Despite the Covid delays the championships promise high drama from the start, with everything on the line for the teams involved from the first game. As always, TG4 will be in the thick of the action, broadcasting 9 live games, including […]
Bus Éireann and Expressway issue Level 5 travel advice for all services nationwide
Bus Éireann, Ireland’s national bus company, is advising customers of updated guidelines under Level 5 of Ireland’s Plan for Living with Covid-19 which will come into effect from midnight tomorrow, Wednesday, 21 October 2020. Under Level 5 restrictions Bus Éireann and Expressway services will operate at a capacity of 25% and Government advice for Level […]
SEAI welcomes historic commitment to sustainable energy action in Budget 2021
SEAI has welcomed the Government’s historic investment in sustainable energy action, as set out in Budget 2021. This is a significant milestone for both Irish society and the economy as we take fossil fuels out of Ireland’s energy mix, in a just fashion. This commitment means that homes will be more comfortable, businesses more competitive, […]
Dermot Bannon and Baz Ashmawy shake up RTÉ’s Sunday autumn/winter schedule
Dermot Bannon and Baz Ashmawy shape up for home improvement Sundays on 18th October on RTÉ One with two additions to the RTÉ autumn/winter schedule with series 3 of Dermot Bannon’s Incredible Homes and the brand-new DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland. Dermot Bannon’s Incredible Homes is back as Ireland’s best-known architect once again packs his bags and visits […]
ALONE response to measures in Budget 2021 for older people
ALONE, the organisation that supports older people, has responded to today’s Budget, by welcoming the increased investment in health care for older people but has additionally highlighted some failings of Budget 2021. Seán Moynihan, CEO of ALONE, commented; “ALONE are delighted to see the increased investment in healthcare such as the home care support hours […]
Budget implications for the Motor Industry
Budget 2021, announced this afternoon by Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe, and Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Michael McGrath contains a number of measures specific to motoring: With the full implementation of the new emissions testing system, WLTP, from January next a new structure of rates and bands for VRT and motor tax. This […]
Fáilte Ireland welcomes Government support for Tourism and Hospitality sector in Budget 2021
Fáilte Ireland is welcoming the tourism specific and wider economic measures announced in Budget 2021. CEO of the National Tourism Development Authority, Paul Kelly states “the record level of funding for Tourism secured by Minister Catherine Martin will help meet the urgent needs of thousands of tourism businesses while providing long-term hope for the Sector.“ “Economically […]
