Public Affairs
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Lobbying under scrutiny
eolas explains how the new registration system works. Ireland’s first formal register of lobbyists went live at www.lobbying.ie on 1…
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Oireachtas round-up
The economy was a strong running theme throughout the last month at Leinster House. The Government was keen to claim…
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Streamlining Seanad Éireann
The Seanad reform working group has proposed a major restructuring of the second chamber. In a first for Irish democracy,…
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An ethical revolution
The President has hosted a major seminar to review the opportunities and challenges faced in establishing a more ethical society.…
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Support for small farmers
The Oireachtas Agriculture Committee has called for more action to ensure that new Grocery Regulations support primary producers. eolas reports.…
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Into the nexus
Scrutiny of the financial crisis will intensify in coming months as the Banking Inquiry explores the full picture. of that…
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Soldiers of destiny march on
In 2011 Fianna Fáil felt the full wrath of a furious electorate. Four years on, with its declining support appearing…
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Fair work and a real recovery
ICTU’s Macdara Doyle puts the case for higher wages and improved conditions as a foundation for a better economy. Recent…
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Investment Plan for Europe
Europe’s economy is recovering but investment remains at mid-recession levels. Peter Cheney summarises the European Commission’s plans to boost infrastructure…
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Smart grids: Ireland’s energy opportunity
EirGrid hosted a round table discussion on the development of smart grids and how this promising technology will revolutionise the…
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