Economy and Employment

Survey highlights challenges facing emigrants

A new survey has shown that young emigrants are facing challenges when they're trying to find jobs in places like Canada and the UK.

Pavelka case raised in the Dáil

The Dáil has heard calls for a review of housing strategies in Clare, in light of the death of Joseph Pavelka.

Jobs rescued as High Court agrees plans for B&Q and Pamela Scott.

Almost 800 Irish jobs have been saved as two companies exit examinership successfully.

New car sales figures continue to fall

The number of new cars registered in April is down 13.6 per cent.

IBEC urges government to abandon plans for half a billion extra in taxes

Ease off on austerity is the message from IBEC to the government today.

Ennis campaign to retain Gum award begins today

Ennis's campaign to retain its "Gum Litter Taskforce Award" kicks off today.

Clare Revenue warn no leeway on property tax postal deadline.

Clare householders are being warned there will be no leeway in today's deadline to get their property tax forms in the post.

President defends his EU remarks

President Michael D Higgins says he feels it is appropriate for him to contribute to the debate over the EU debt crisis.

Ireland could be facing further austerity

Ireland could be asked for more austerity, as the European Commission publishes its spring economic forecast today - with the outlook predicted to remain weak.

Clare dole queues fall hit four year low

The number of Clare residents claiming unemployment benefits has fallen to it's lowest level in over four years.