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Profits at Michael Healy-Rae's property firm exceed €1 million

Profits at Michael Healy-Rae's property firm exceed €1 million

Sat, 28 Mar, 2026

Michael Healy-Rae, 59, is the sole owner of the firm, while his son, Kevin, 27, is also listed as a director.
No audio evidence in Cork tipster’s High Court defamation battle, judge hears

No audio evidence in Cork tipster’s High Court defamation battle, judge hears

Fri, 27 Mar, 2026

Earlier this month, Robert Heneghan brought further injunction proceedings seeking the removal of an article Gearóid Norris had published on Substack.
La Rochelle and Man Utd boost revenues at Fota Island Hotel Resort in Cork

La Rochelle and Man Utd boost revenues at Fota Island Hotel Resort in Cork

Fri, 27 Mar, 2026

Xiu Lan Holdings Ltd operates the Fota Island Hotel Resort and the four-star Kingsley Hotel in Cork.
North's deputy first minister leads mission to showcase NI in US on St Patrick’s Day

North's deputy first minister leads mission to showcase NI in US on St Patrick’s Day

Sun, 15 Mar, 2026

The deputy First Minister will lead the mission for Northern Ireland in the US capital this week in First Minister Michelle O’Neill’s absence.
San Leon awarded €16m damages after Canadian asset firm fail to submit defence

San Leon awarded €16m damages after Canadian asset firm fail to submit defence

Wed, 11 Mar, 2026

The judge assessed the appropriate damages to be awarded to San Leon against Tram at $18,171,500 (€15,687,092).
Taoiseach to pledge €5.2 billion in US investment at Trump meeting

Taoiseach to pledge €5.2 billion in US investment at Trump meeting

Wed, 11 Mar, 2026

Martin will discuss the plans with Trump in the Oval Office, according to a report in The Wall Street Journal
€27m collected in taxes linked to mislabelling of workers as self-employed

€27m collected in taxes linked to mislabelling of workers as self-employed

Thu, 05 Mar, 2026

Gross tax adjustments of €26.7 million have been processed, according to the Irish Examiner.
Aer Lingus' parent company posts record profits

Aer Lingus' parent company posts record profits

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

The company attributed its “record financial performance” to “long-term demand growth in our core markets and constrained supply in a consolidating industry”.
RTÉ receives €3 million for its share of GAAGO

RTÉ receives €3 million for its share of GAAGO

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026

GAAGO, a GAA streaming platform, was established in 2014 as a joint venture between RTÉ and the GAA.
'There’s always someone worse off': Meath restaurant rebuilds after second flood

'There’s always someone worse off': Meath restaurant rebuilds after second flood

Sat, 14 Feb, 2026

Ciara Burke had to shut her restaurant for over a week and get new flooring and paint after rising waters during Storm Chandra seeped up through the concrete.
Over half of Irish employees believe there will be a 'catastrophic' cybersecurity incident this year

Over half of Irish employees believe there will be a 'catastrophic' cybersecurity incident this year

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

The research also revealed that 61 per cent believe Ireland is less prepared than other European countries to defend against cybersecurity threats.
640 jobs at risk as EuroGiant goes into liquidation

640 jobs at risk as EuroGiant goes into liquidation

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Stores are continuing to trade for the moment, but there are concerns for the 640 jobs in the 77 stores across Ireland.
Profits rise to €11.3m at Red Cow Moran Hotel after contract to accommodate asylum seekers

Profits rise to €11.3m at Red Cow Moran Hotel after contract to accommodate asylum seekers

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

Guestford Ltd operates Red Cow Moran Hotel on the Naas Rd on the western outskirts of Dublin, and new accounts show that pre-tax profits increased by 84 per cent to €11.32 million in 2023
Ryanair expects to offer free Wi-Fi in three to five years as technology improves

Ryanair expects to offer free Wi-Fi in three to five years as technology improves

Wed, 28 Jan, 2026

Ryanair is 'still ⁠in discussions' with Starlink, Amazon Web Services, and Vodafone, chief executive Michael O'Leary said.
Ryanair hikes full-year fare and passenger outlook

Ryanair hikes full-year fare and passenger outlook

Mon, 26 Jan, 2026

The Irish budget airline flew 47.5 million passengers in the third quarter, up 6% year on year.
Penneys confirms opening of new store in Cavan town in 2028

Penneys confirms opening of new store in Cavan town in 2028

Thu, 22 Jan, 2026

Works have yet to start, but the clothing and homeware retailer hopes the store will open in early 2028.
Case of CEO allegedly using illicit websites to get girlfriends may be breaking down, judge told

Case of CEO allegedly using illicit websites to get girlfriends may be breaking down, judge told

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

It had been claimed that HansaWorld chief executive Karl Bohlin had been primarily concerned with his love life and finding a girlfriend.

Profits tumble by over 70 per cent at IKEA Ireland to €6.9m

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

The company paid dividends of €20 million in 2024 compared to a dividend payout of €11 million in the prior year.
Over 30 million vote for Musk to buy Ryanair as he calls for O'Leary to be fired

Over 30 million vote for Musk to buy Ryanair as he calls for O'Leary to be fired

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

Ryanair chief executive, Michael O'Leary, last week called Elon Musk a "wealthy idiot".
Nando's eyes up potential sites for further expansion as profits rise to €7.7m

Nando's eyes up potential sites for further expansion as profits rise to €7.7m

Mon, 19 Jan, 2026

The pre-tax profits of €7.7 million follow pre-tax profits of €4.7 million in the prior year.
KFC opens new restaurant on Grafton Street

KFC opens new restaurant on Grafton Street

Thu, 15 Jan, 2026

The 301m² restaurant sits across two floors and features 65 seats for customers.
Sky must provide end of contract and alternative tariff info to customers

Sky must provide end of contract and alternative tariff info to customers

Thu, 15 Jan, 2026

Comreg claimed Sky is in breach of the EU regulations by failing to provide consumers with "best tariff advice" in relation to all its services before the contracts are automatically prolonged.
Cadbury owner raises rodent migration concerns over apartment scheme

Cadbury owner raises rodent migration concerns over apartment scheme

Wed, 14 Jan, 2026

CGI of the 621 units at the former Chivers Factory, Coolock Drive, Coolock.
'This isn’t just about the price of a pint': Publicans hit out at Guinness price increase

'This isn’t just about the price of a pint': Publicans hit out at Guinness price increase

Tue, 13 Jan, 2026

Guinness and Guinness 0.0 will increase by €0.07c per pint and €0.10c per pint, respectively.
Ex-Ireland cricket captain and New York publican among investors in Amy Huberman wine venture

Ex-Ireland cricket captain and New York publican among investors in Amy Huberman wine venture

Tue, 06 Jan, 2026

The actress and writer, who is married to rugby legend Brian O’Driscoll, launched Ah Wines last March
Donegal businessman killed in fatal assault had 'massive flair and drive' for community

Donegal businessman killed in fatal assault had 'massive flair and drive' for community

Mon, 05 Jan, 2026

The 65 year-old married father-of-two was a former Donegal Person of the Year in 2016.
Shane Lowry signs partnership with Declan Kelly's Consello

Shane Lowry signs partnership with Declan Kelly's Consello

Mon, 05 Jan, 2026

Under the deal, the Consello logo will appear on Lowry's golf apparel throughout the PGA and DP World Tour season and at related appearances.
Profits surge to €8.4m at Trabolgan Holiday Village on the back of best ever revenues

Profits surge to €8.4m at Trabolgan Holiday Village on the back of best ever revenues

Thu, 18 Dec, 2025

New accounts for Trabolgan Holiday Centre Ltd show that pre-tax profits increased as the company enjoyed its best revenues of €14.41 million in the 12 months to the end of December 26th last.
Copper Face Jacks' firm made over €48k per week in 2025

Copper Face Jacks' firm made over €48k per week in 2025

Thu, 18 Dec, 2025

The firm that operates the popular nightsport recorded pre-tax profits of €2.52 million in 2025
Laura Whitmore's firm sees accumulated profits rise to €4m

Laura Whitmore's firm sees accumulated profits rise to €4m

Fri, 12 Dec, 2025

The Co Wicklow native’s career in the UK has continued to flourish after she decided to step back in 2022 from her Love Island presenting role
RTÉ reduces staff by 95 in 2025 with aim of 400 departing over next five years

RTÉ reduces staff by 95 in 2025 with aim of 400 departing over next five years

Wed, 10 Dec, 2025

Meanwhile, RTÉ director general Kevin Bakhurst has said he has not applied for the top job at the BBC.
Nursing group at centre of RTÉ undercover exposé makes €8m operating profit in 2024

Nursing group at centre of RTÉ undercover exposé makes €8m operating profit in 2024

Tue, 09 Dec, 2025

In June of this year, an undercover RTÉ Investigates exposé into the standard of care provided at Emeis Ireland’s Beneavin Manor at Glasnevin in Dublin and The Residence Portlaoise sparked a public and political outcry.
Company boss awarded €180k after being dismissed without notice via videocall

Company boss awarded €180k after being dismissed without notice via videocall

Tue, 09 Dec, 2025

The WRC heard that David Haran was employed as Hed Unity Limited's chief of staff for just under a year until he was dismissed without notice
Breaffy House Resort firm sees €10.5m dividend payout

Breaffy House Resort firm sees €10.5m dividend payout

Mon, 08 Dec, 2025

The company also provides emergency accommodation for International refugees to International Protection Procurement Services, an arm of the Department of Children.
Guinness opening €83m London brewery venue this week

Guinness opening €83m London brewery venue this week

Mon, 08 Dec, 2025

The Guinness business said it will make four permanent beers from the site in Covent Garden but this will not include the famous Irish stout.
Edward McCloskey named EY Entrepreneur of the Year

Edward McCloskey named EY Entrepreneur of the Year

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

WaterWipes founder Edward McCloskey has been named the overall EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2025
'Wholly unfair' that An Post CEO only paid €250k per year while others get wage hikes, chair says

'Wholly unfair' that An Post CEO only paid €250k per year while others get wage hikes, chair says

Fri, 21 Nov, 2025

An Post chair Kevin Mulvey said the package for the CEO had been in place since 2019 without any increase.
JP McManus's International Rugby Experience in Limerick records losses of €1.05m

JP McManus's International Rugby Experience in Limerick records losses of €1.05m

Fri, 21 Nov, 2025

The award-winning six-storey visitor attraction on Limerick’s O’Connell Street was built through a €30 million gift from the JP McManus Foundation.
Halal meat plant operator appears in court over unpaid debts of over €575k to 12 farmers

Halal meat plant operator appears in court over unpaid debts of over €575k to 12 farmers

Sat, 08 Nov, 2025

One farmer is allegedly owed €243,238 by Tarequr Rahman Khan and Asba Meats Ltd
Donohoe supports Permanent TSB's decision to put itself up for sale

Donohoe supports Permanent TSB's decision to put itself up for sale

Thu, 30 Oct, 2025

Paschal Donohoe currently holds 313,382,197 ordinary shares in PTSB, representing 57.4 per cent of the issued share capital of PTSB.
'Fastway closure is only the beginning': Hauliers criticise Government policy

'Fastway closure is only the beginning': Hauliers criticise Government policy

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025

Around 300 jobs are at risk as the parent company of Fastway Couriers enters receivership, with delays and disruptions to deliveries expected to follow.
Owner of Muckross Park hotel records operating profit as revenues decrease to €71.14m

Owner of Muckross Park hotel records operating profit as revenues decrease to €71.14m

Mon, 27 Oct, 2025

The operating profits of €3.93 million follow operating profits of €3.96 million in 2023.
Majority of tourism businesses reported poor summer trading, Fáilte Ireland survey shows

Majority of tourism businesses reported poor summer trading, Fáilte Ireland survey shows

Mon, 27 Oct, 2025

Although turnover levels overall have declined, Fáilte Ireland said the outcome was still more favourable than anticipated

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