TDs and senators with electric cars get major discounts for charging at Leinster HouseOireachtas politicians benefit from subsidized EV charging rates that are below market standards, resulting in financial losses.
fromIndependent1 week agoJohn Burns: Is wooing back big landlords a silver bullet for housing or could it make a bad situation worse?Private investment is crucial for meeting housing targets in Ireland.
Simon Harris's big idea of a 'minister for infrastructure' ditched as coalition deal close to completionFianna Fáil has gained a majority of Cabinet ministers in the coalition reshuffle, emphasizing infrastructure and public expenditure.
Claim Paschal Donohoe promised Israel that Government would block sanctions law in 'confidential' call is denied in DailMinister Donohoe denies allegations of making assurances to Israel regarding economic penalties against it.
Paschal Donohoe says Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary is not his 'friend', after dinner disclosurePublic scrutiny of government transparency heightened after minister's undisclosed meeting with airline chief. Accusations of poor accountability were made by opposition.
Claim Paschal Donohoe promised Israel that Government would block sanctions law in 'confidential' call is denied in DailMinister Donohoe denies allegations of making assurances to Israel regarding economic penalties against it.
Paschal Donohoe says Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary is not his 'friend', after dinner disclosurePublic scrutiny of government transparency heightened after minister's undisclosed meeting with airline chief. Accusations of poor accountability were made by opposition.
James Cleverly spent 655 a head on in-flight catering for one-day trip to RwandaJames Cleverly's official trip to Rwanda cost £165,561, with in-flight catering expenses reaching £9,803 for him and his team.
OPW spent over 1m on new Defence Forces building in prison never used by soldiersThe construction of an unnecessary building at Portlaoise Prison has raised issues of accountability for government spending.
'Extraordinary cost' of Leinster House bike shed 'unacceptable' admits OPW boss as price breakdown revealedThe OPW report reveals excessive costs for a bicycle shelter project, prompting calls for external audits and improved governance mechanisms.
OPW spent over 1m on new Defence Forces building in prison never used by soldiersThe construction of an unnecessary building at Portlaoise Prison has raised issues of accountability for government spending.
'Extraordinary cost' of Leinster House bike shed 'unacceptable' admits OPW boss as price breakdown revealedThe OPW report reveals excessive costs for a bicycle shelter project, prompting calls for external audits and improved governance mechanisms.
Fionnan Sheahan: Morally bankrupt, fiscally amnesiac and nakedly political - Budget 2025 has more money than sense in attempt to buy electionA €1.4m security hut raises concerns about financial prioritization at the Department of Finance under Paschal Donohoe.
'A missed opportunity' - FAI expect government answer on LOI academies by year end as Canham admits Brexit fund deadline errorThe FAI missed the opportunity to secure Brexit Adjustment Reserve funding for academy support due to delays in submitting their proposal.
Greens square up for fight with Coalition partners to keep 560 'baby boost' in Budget 2025Government parties are hesitant to approve a quadruple child benefit payment due to affordability concerns and prioritization of child poverty.
'Too much spectacle in Zurich?' - Elite time trials kick off loaded week at Road World ChampionshipsZürich residents express mixed feelings about hosting major events like the UCI Road World Championships amidst previous summer festivities.
UK government can't kick consultancy habit despite promisesUK spending on management consultancies has surged to £3.4 billion, driven mainly by tech consultancies and central government expenditure.
Jeremy Hunt knows Brexit Britain can't afford to cut taxesBrexit repercussions affect budget planningPublic expenditure under strain due to Brexit repercussionsChallenges faced by Chancellor in budget decisions