An agreement has been reached between the government and the public service unions on cutting €1 billion off the public sector pay bill. (Despite some major trade unions walking out of negotiations) Some higher earning public sector staff will see their gross pay cut by at least 5.5% if the agreement is accepted. Pay will […]
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Fine Gael
Bord Gais and other State Assets to Be Sold
As part of the IMF / EU bailout agreement – Ireland has agreed to sell off some of the state owned assets to raise funds. Four assets are being considered : a) Bord Gáis Energy – which supplies natural gas and electricity . (NOT Bord Gáis networks – which provides the pipelines .) b) Some […]
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Fine Gael – Labour New Program for Government
After Labour party members voted overwhelmingly to enter into a coalition government with Fine Gael at the weekend – we look briefly at how the joint draft programme for government will impact on Irish people’s pockets Property and water charges are set to be fast-tracked – but no mention of amounts or dates yet. Social […]
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How a Fine Gael Government will affect your Finances
It is looking very likely that Fine Gael will be in government after the 25th February election – either in a coalition or in sole power. How will a Fine Gael government affect the money in your pocket? These are some of the FG policies that could have a direct effect on your income and […]
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