Dublin MetroLink cost set to rise as Government considers new price tag

The tax advantages of moving to Ireland

Each week, experts from AAB answer readers’ questions on tax

Why new customs duty a ‘wake-up call’ for Irish online shoppers

New customs charges which came into effect on July 1 are a ‘wake-up call’ for online consumers. The new duty will mean a 3 fee per unique item on purchases valued below 150 entering Ireland from outside the European Union. Louise McKeown Doogan, Chief Growth Officer for .IE, warned that any new charge, deadline or []

Criminal legal aid cost €115million last year

TOTAL spending on the Criminal Legal Aid scheme across Ireland for 2025 surged to a record 115.3million, according to official figures. The details were provided in response to a query from the Limerick Post on the cost of the scheme. No regional breakdown was available and all figures mentioned are national figures. This represented a [] The post Criminal legal aid cost 115million last year appeared first on Limerick Post.

Everything you need to know about proposed €100 monthly social welfare increase to tackle inflation

Social Justice Ireland has said that a benchmark of 27.5 of the average annual wage would make a 'massive difference' to social welfare recipients across Ireland

Asking prices for houses are up significantly in Dublin again after a sluggish first quarter

The median asking price for a new home in Dublin over the last three months was 495,000.

'Ireland's GDP trends reflect global strategies of a handful of multinationals more than the actual state of the economy'

Due to the increase in tariffs imposed by Donald Trump, Ireland's GDP fell by 12 in the first quarter. But the situation is largely due to the Irish tax system’s circumvention of international trade rules.

Irish datacenters now guzzle 23% of the country's electricity

Consumption rose another 10 while restrictions on most new grid connections remained around Dublin

Ireland set to assume the EU presidency, which focuses on the MFF

The Irish Presidency begins on 1 July. Dublin’s agenda centres on three areas – competitiveness, security, and values – but the full political weight of the country’s actions lies with the 2028–2034 budget

All-Ireland SHC recap: Cork 6-25 Offaly 2-11

Cork cruise through to the All-Ireland Senior Hurling semi-finals.

Top Court Seeks Centre's Airfare Regulation Rules In Sealed Cover In 2 Weeks

The Centre told the court that rules to regulate airfare pricing have already been framed and are expected to be laid before Parliament within 30 days

New municipal tariffs in Ekurhuleni: What residents need to know

New municipal tariffs in Ekurhuleni: What residents need to know

Sydney Harbour Bridge tolls increase again

Tolls across the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Harbour Tunnel have increased again, despite NSW Premier Chris Minns' pledge to end "tollmania". Despite the promise, tolls have risen by more than 13 per cent since Mr Minns came into power. In line with inflation, prices increased by up to 14 cents as the government tracks towards raising $1.2 billion in toll revenue by mid-2029. The increase comes just three days after NSW Transport Minister John Graham refused to say whether tolls would be going up.

Lamb shank, 48 cans of beans, gum: A look at what Alberta’s politicians expense

EDMONTON — A survey of spending over the last fiscal year by Alberta’s provincial politicians indicates taxpayers are footing the bill on everything from bison steak dinners to a pack of gum. And a can of pop. The expenses, posted online on the legislative assembly website, show the purchases kept within the rules set for [] The post Lamb shank, 48 cans of beans, gum: A look at what Alberta’s politicians expense appeared first on Loonie Politics.

AC Transit fares go up on Wednesday 

AC Transit fares go up on Wednesday Prices are going up for AC Transit fares. Again.

National single window hasn’t triggered demurrage, says NSC

The Nigerian Shippers' Council, NSC, has said the implementation of the National Single Window has not resulted in additional demurrage charges for shippers, despite initial concerns that the initiative could slow cargo clearance and create congestion at the nation's ports. The post National single window hasn’t triggered demurrage, says NSC appeared first on Vanguard News.

Ireland takes over rotating EU Council presidency for 6 months

Dublin says during its term it is prioritizing security, competitiveness, and democratic values

Tolls raised for motorists crossing the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Drivers are being hit with higher tolls on the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Harbour Tunnel once again.

'Outrageous' that Irish government using threat of legal action to leverage influence over ICRIR, says Jeffrey Dudgeon

It is outrageous that Dublin is using the threat of its legal action against the UK to leverage its influence over Northern Ireland's Troubles investigations body, a campaigner has said.

July 1 tax grab about to take effect across Washington, and you didn’t get a vote

A wave of new Washington tax laws takes effect July 1, hitting data centers, mortgage lenders, estates, and local property owners. Here's what changes.

‘No political leader in India will accept that’: USISPF chief Mukesh Aghi on US tariff gap with Pakistan

The neighbour in question is Pakistan. The tariff on India at the moment is 12.5, while Pakistan's is 10, Aghi told ANI. No political leader in India will accept that because it would essentially cost them elections.

Stabbing in Dublin preceded disorder that saw buses and trams set alight

The scenes put pressure on the Irish Government over its ability to maintain safety in the capital.

Bed tax battle: Councils and tourism operators turn up pressure on Government

Bed tax battle: Councils and tourism operators turn up pressure on Government

Ireland bans Israeli settlement goods

DUBLIN, July 08 (YPA) – The Irish Parliament approved on Wednesday a bill banning the import and trade of all products from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem. The coalition government in Dublin confirmed that the new legislation prohibits agricultural, commercial, and industrial goods from the “illegal” settlements, coinciding with Irish []

Telecom operators defend tariff exchange rate adjustment

Mobile network operators say the adjustment of the telecommunications tariff exchange rate is intended to sustain reliable communication services amid rising operational costs. The adjusted tariff exchange rate will take effect later at midnight. In a joint statement issued today, Friday, Digitel, MTN and Zain said the adjustment follows approval by the National Communications Authority. [] The post Telecom operators defend tariff exchange rate adjustment appeared first on Eye Radio.

Politicians Never Spend Their Own Money

The Canadian government has quietly expanded the clothing allowances available to the Governor General, and the timing could not be more tone-deaf. While Canadians struggle with inflation, housing costs, and rising taxes, Ottawa has decided that the person already living in Rideau Hall requires even more taxpayer-funded support for wardrobes and official appearances. The Governor []

Electricity tariffs increases by 3.49%, water by 0.85% effective July 1

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced an upward adjustment in electricity and water tariffs. Electricity prices are increasing by 3.49 percent and water tariffs are rising by 0.85 percent, effective July 1, 2026. In a statement issued on June 22, 2026, the Commission said the adjustments form part of its quarterly tariff review []

James Ford: The DLR extension to Thamesmead is the wrong railway, at the wrong price, for the wrong reasons.

It is a housing project masquerading as transport policy. Let there be no doubt: this is not the railway that London needs most right now. The post James Ford: The DLR extension to Thamesmead is the wrong railway, at the wrong price, for the wrong reasons. appeared first on Conservative Home.

Rice exporters push for ‘DLTL’ extension to boost exports and cut exchange pressure

Pakistan rising transport costs and tough global competition have increased pressure on exporters The post Rice exporters push for ‘DLTL’ extension to boost exports and cut exchange pressure appeared first on BOL News.