Paul Hosford

Housing charity Threshold has raised concerns about the Government's plans to exempt home extensions, garden accommodation and house subdivisions from planning permission requirements.

A €2,000 increase to the higher rate of income tax threshold would cost the Government €460m, consuming almost one-third of the €1.5bn tax package

On Tuesday, Taoiseach Micheál Martin had his third phone call with a new British prime minister.

While sitting in the Whitaker Room at the Department of Finance on Wednesday, listening to Jack Chambers and Simon Harris launch the Summer Economic Statement , the Green Party's response to the document landed.

Laws introducing a higher minimum age for e-scooter users, mandatory helmets and high-visibility clothing, and increased fines are to come before Cabinet on Wednesday.

The children's minister has said “all options” will be kept on the table when considering future uses for the former mother and baby home site at Bessborough in Cork.

The number of people experiencing homelessness in Ireland increased slightly in June, rising to 17,482, according to the latest figures from the Department of Housing.

New figures show homelessness continues to rise nationally, while Cork Simon says single adults are being overlooked in housing policy.

Paperweights, rugby tickets, and a piece of subsea cable are among gifts declared by Cabinet ministers.