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Firm paid to house migrants in hotels loses Home Office contract over performance and behaviour' UK politics live

Government officials face allegations of negligence regarding slavery concerns in energy contracts and asylum housing provisions.

Greenwich Council spends more than 13,000 of taxpayers' money on refreshments

Greenwich Council's refreshments expenditure increased significantly in 2024.

TDs and senators with electric cars get major discounts for charging at Leinster House

Oireachtas politicians benefit from subsidized EV charging rates that are below market standards, resulting in financial losses.

John 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 completion

Fianna Fáil has gained a majority of Cabinet ministers in the coalition reshuffle, emphasizing infrastructure and public expenditure.

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Claim Paschal Donohoe promised Israel that Government would block sanctions law in 'confidential' call is denied in Dail

Minister 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 disclosure

Public 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 Dail

Minister 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 disclosure

Public scrutiny of government transparency heightened after minister's undisclosed meeting with airline chief. Accusations of poor accountability were made by opposition.

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James Cleverly spent 655 a head on in-flight catering for one-day trip to Rwanda

James Cleverly's official trip to Rwanda cost £165,561, with in-flight catering expenses reaching £9,803 for him and his team.

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OPW spent over 1m on new Defence Forces building in prison never used by soldiers

The 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 revealed

The 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 soldiers

The 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 revealed

The OPW report reveals excessive costs for a bicycle shelter project, prompting calls for external audits and improved governance mechanisms.

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Fionnan Sheahan: Morally bankrupt, fiscally amnesiac and nakedly political - Budget 2025 has more money than sense in attempt to buy election

A €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 error

The 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 2025

Government 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 Championships

Zürich 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 promises

UK spending on management consultancies has surged to £3.4 billion, driven mainly by tech consultancies and central government expenditure.

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Firm paid to house migrants in hotels loses Home Office contract over performance and behaviour' UK politics live

Greenwich Council spends more than 13,000 of taxpayers' money on refreshments

TDs and senators with electric cars get major discounts for charging at Leinster House

John Burns: Is wooing back big landlords a silver bullet for housing or could it make a bad situation worse?

Simon Harris's big idea of a 'minister for infrastructure' ditched as coalition deal close to completion

Claim Paschal Donohoe promised Israel that Government would block sanctions law in 'confidential' call is denied in Dail

Paschal Donohoe says Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary is not his 'friend', after dinner disclosure

Claim Paschal Donohoe promised Israel that Government would block sanctions law in 'confidential' call is denied in Dail

Paschal Donohoe says Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary is not his 'friend', after dinner disclosure

James Cleverly spent 655 a head on in-flight catering for one-day trip to Rwanda

OPW spent over 1m on new Defence Forces building in prison never used by soldiers

'Extraordinary cost' of Leinster House bike shed 'unacceptable' admits OPW boss as price breakdown revealed

OPW spent over 1m on new Defence Forces building in prison never used by soldiers

'Extraordinary cost' of Leinster House bike shed 'unacceptable' admits OPW boss as price breakdown revealed

Fionnan Sheahan: Morally bankrupt, fiscally amnesiac and nakedly political - Budget 2025 has more money than sense in attempt to buy election

'A missed opportunity' - FAI expect government answer on LOI academies by year end as Canham admits Brexit fund deadline error

Greens square up for fight with Coalition partners to keep 560 'baby boost' in Budget 2025

'Too much spectacle in Zurich?' - Elite time trials kick off loaded week at Road World Championships

UK government can't kick consultancy habit despite promises

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