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# budget - Saturday 18 January, 2020
Diplomat rents, the rising dollar and a Brexit-inspired passport boom behind DFA request for extra €50 million
The Department also looked for €2 million to bolster Ireland’s bid to become a member of the UN Security Council.
# budget - Friday 3 January, 2020
Ireland's corporation tax take expected to rise again this year, but Donohoe admits it can't be relied upon in future
Donohoe said this morning that the Exchequer ran a €1.5 billion surplus last year.
# budget - Monday 25 November, 2019
Dublin councillors vote to pass annual budget amid finance row
Rates for businesses will increase under the new budget.
# budget - Sunday 24 November, 2019
Explainer: Why a row over the annual budget could see Dublin councillors replaced by a 'city commissioner'
Dublin Councillors deferred a Budget vote on Monday to allow for further discussion with the Government.
# budget - Wednesday 16 October, 2019
'They've been ignored by this government': Budget disappointment prompts carers to protest outside Dáil
Carers say the government has “given it with one hand and taken it back with the other” with its latest budget.
# budget - Saturday 12 October, 2019
Revealed: Data Protection Commission's pleas for more staff and 'fit-for-purpose' office
The watchdog’s pre-budget submission has been released following a Freedom of Information request.
# budget - Wednesday 9 October, 2019
'You really don't give a f**k': TD Joan Collins curses in Dáil as she attacks Government over Budget
Collins colourful language was quickly criticised by Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan.
# budget - Tuesday 8 October, 2019
Here's how the government plans to tackle homelessness, housing issues and high rents
Fianna Fáil said the government’s response to the housing crisis has been “completely ineffective”.
Carbon tax: Petrol and diesel prices to rise from midnight, home heating to rise next May
Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe has announced an increase in the carbon tax of €6 per tonne.
A pack of 20 cigarettes will now cost €13.50
The minister did not announce any change to excise duty on alcohol products.
# budget - Monday 7 October, 2019
Irish businesses 'will need €1.5bn' to prevent job losses if there is a no-deal Brexit
Many firms face collapse if supports are not urgently put in place, Ibec has warned.
# budget - Sunday 6 October, 2019
Just a few days out from the Budget, what can we expect?
All will be revealed on Tuesday.
# budget - Friday 4 October, 2019
'Slow progress' in Budget talks, as Donohoe confirms he will be dipping into corporation tax take
A total of €1.5bn is to be moved into the rainy day fund.
# budget - Sunday 22 September, 2019
Poll: Are you worried about Budget 2020?
The government’s plans for spending and tax will be revealed in just over two weeks.
Just over two weeks out from the Budget, what can we expect?
All will be revealed on 8 October.
# budget - Wednesday 18 September, 2019
'Extended and not capped': Fianna Fáil insists help-to-buy scheme must be continued in Budget negotiation talks
Budget talks between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil are set to intensify in the coming weeks.
# budget - Thursday 5 September, 2019
How I Spend My Money: We want to hear your top tips for saving and splurging
We’ve kicked off our second series of ‘How I Spend My Money’ and we want to hear from you.
# budget - Tuesday 25 June, 2019
'Disorderly' Brexit a real possibility, says minister as he outlines how much money there is for Budget 2020
The Summer Economic Statement tells us what money we have to spend in October’s Budget.
# budget - Sunday 27 January, 2019
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# budget - Tuesday 1 January, 2019
Which Budget changes kick in today?
Many of the changes kick in today, and here’s how it will affect you.
# budget - Wednesday 28 November, 2018
Government 'repeating past mistakes' and leaving Irish finances exposed, budget watchdog warns
The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council has warned that an economic slowdown is inevitable in coming years.
# budget - Wednesday 10 October, 2018
'The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results'
Victor Duggan takes a deep dive into the good, the bad and the ugly of the housing measures in Budget 2019.
# budget - Tuesday 9 October, 2018
Michael Harty to vote against Budget over 'uninspired' and 'inadequate' measures
The independent TD said he is “very disappointed” by today’s announcement.
Strengthening rent caps and 'first-class emergency accommodation': What the Budget means for housing
Almost 10,000 people in Ireland are homeless, with many priced out of the rental market.
As it happened: Government unveils Budget 2019
Follow events as they happen this afternoon, with TheJournal.ie’s liveblog.
Here's what Budget 2019 means for someone earning €40,000
This is what your savings will be.
'Like eunuchs at a brothel': The blunt and bizarre opposition reaction to Budget 2019
Not everyone was happy with the budget.
What will Budget 2019 mean for those earning around €50,000?
There will be some modest savings for earners next year.
What Budget 2019 means for someone earning around €20,000
Thanks to changes to the Universal Social Charge, there will be some modest savings next year.
€1.5 billion to go into a Rainy Day Fund
Another €500m is to be added to the fund annually from 2019.
Budget 2019: Here are the main points you need to know
How will today’s announcements affect you?
Parent-to-children inheritance tax threshold to increase by €10,000
The tax-free threshold is to increase from €310,000 to €320,000
The price of a packet of cigarettes is set to go up by 50c
A 20-packet of a popular brand will now cost smokers €12.70.
Met Éireann warns of 'ferocious looking beast' as storm expected to hit overnight on Thursday
Today is set to generally be blustery, with strong and gusty southerly winds.
How marriage is all-important when examining your tax burden
Overall, Ireland’s labour income taxation system can be considered fair, however the benefits of saying “I do” may play a larger role in this than one might have expected, writes Shawn Britton.
This is 'not an election budget': It's D-Day, so here's a look at how things will unfold
From a live stream to a Q&A, here’s what you can expect from TheJournal.ie on this Budget day.
# budget - Monday 8 October, 2018
Most people want cost of cigarettes increased by fiver to fund cancer treatments
Budget 2019 is set to be unveiled tomorrow.
Poll: Do you pay attention to the Budget?
Budget 2019 will be announced tomorrow, but are you going to take any notice of it?
# budget - Sunday 7 October, 2018
Fire and fury: Ireland’s first post-Tiger austerity budget
Brian Lenihan delivered his first Budget 10 years ago, just when Ireland was on the brink of economic ruin.
Welfare increase, fuel hike and income tax cuts: Here's what's coming in Budget 2019
Petrol, diesel, fuel and cigarettes are all set to rise.
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Poll: Would you visit an outdoor city centre swimming pool?
THE SPOTLIGHT IS once again on Dublin City Council after plans were revealed for a €15 million sea pool in Dublin city centre.
With Irish weather as unpredictable as ever, as evidenced by the lashing rain in the last week, are people really interested in an outdoor swimming pool in the city centre?
So this morning, we’d like to know would you visit an outdoor swimming pool if you had one in your vicinity?
Poll Results:
No (6857)
Yes (2941)
No opinion (249)
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
Opinion: 25 years ago today, the UN let Srebrenica happen. Now, it is allowing history repeat itself in Syria
By Barry Andrews
Breakfast time? Try these carrot and walnut pancakes, courtesy of The Cake Cafe and SLICE
By Ray O'Neill
Opinion: Ireland is in prime position to hold social networks to account - and we must
By Paul Tweed
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