Financial stress is plaguing nearly half of the Irish workforce due to the rising cost of living, as revealed by a recent survey conducted ahead of Budget 2025. The study, led by payroll and HR tech company, SD Worx through iVox, involved polling over 1,000 employees in the Republic, and found that 41% feel their employer failed to satisfactorily adjust their pay in line with inflation last year.
There is major disgruntlement among commuters in Dublin as changes to the Irish Rail timetable, intended to alleviate long-term congestion, has instead resulted in significant delays and widespread frustration among the travelling public.
In other news, plans are underway to deploy CCTV to combat illegal dumping in Dublin city – a measure not used for nearly ten years. However, this will only apply to those disposing their waste via vehicles.
Furthermore, Irish tracker mortgage holders can expect considerable annual savings nearing €1,000, following an anticipated pair of interest rate cuts by the European Central Bank (ECB).
A new facility aimed at sheltering women and children from domestic abuse is set to open in Wexford. The refuge, costing €6.5 million, is to commence operation on Thursday.
Following a difficult period over the summer during which a lethal virus caused the death of two elephants, the remaining Asian elephants at Dublin Zoo have now been confirmed free of the deadly virus.
Apple has cautioned the Irish government on the potential exodus of multinational corporations due to “aggressive competition” from other nations, based on discussions held this summer.
The meteorology report indicates that today we can expect a cold yet sunny day with extended periods of sunlight. Some showers will be carried southwards across the nation by a moderate northwesterly wind. Daytime temperatures are projected to reach highs of between 11 and 14 degrees. This evening is likely to be dry, cold, and mostly clear due to the gentle breezes. The mercury at night will drop to lows between 1 and 4 degrees.
Through ‘The Big Read’, we learn about the horrifying story of the abuse experienced by children in the late 50s, at the St Joseph’s CBS national school in Fairview, Dublin. Patrick Brady, now an adult, recalls the torment infamously administered by a Christian Brother, who has since passed away.
The ‘Ireland’s Top 1,000’ commentary reveals the dominion of large tech companies. Despite a slight drop in both turnover and profits, Apple continues to lead in the corporate world amongst the top 1,000 companies of Ireland.
In the Sports section, it’s revealed that just five weeks post her fourth-place finish in the Olympics, Rhasidat Adeleke now has her sights set on victory in the 400m category at the upcoming Diamond League Final that takes place in Brussels on Friday.
According to a piece in the World section, Kamala Harris proved her mettle against Donald Trump in their first face-off which took place on Tuesday. Still, she has a serious battle ahead if she hopes to ensure electoral success.
A review of the Foxy Lounge in Donnybrook suggests not even a wealth of gold could salvage the establishment’s reputation after a calamitous one-star evaluation. The reviewer reminisces about a technique he discovered in the late 80s to improve his work-life balance while working on hotel and club magazines in the Middle East.
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