European news for Ireland
The Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment (DETE) will report back on its investigation into the Aughinish Alumina refinery “within weeks”, the Taoiseach has confirmed. The Limerick plant is reportedly…
Ireland’s coastline could meet our electricity needs four times over, that’s according to a new report. Ocean Energy Europe, which represents the offshore power industry, says that Ireland is better…
The EU’s highest court has upheld a multi-billion Euro fine against Google for abusing its dominating position. Google and its parent company Alphabet have been fighting the fine since it…
The waiting is over. From today, Ireland holds the presidency of the Council of the European Union. For the next six months, Ireland will chair dozens of ministerial meetings and…
The Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) has warned consumers about buying teeth whitening products online without getting advice from a dentist first. Under EU law, teeth whitening products should not…
Non-native plants and animals are likely to continue to spread throughout Europe despite a concerted effort to tackle them, the European Environment Agency (EEA) has warned. So-called invasive alien species…
Ireland has proven to be “resilient” against consecutive international shocks, but the government needs to work to “future-proof” the economy as growth begins to cool, the International Monetary Fund (IMF)…
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose “100 percent tariffs” on any country with a digital services tax. The EU is currently considering new ways to raise money. An…
Ryanair has announced that parents and guardians will be able to sit next to their children without incurring a seat charge. “We will reluctantly adjust to this industry standard as…
As much of Europe sweats it out in a heatwave that has seen record breaking temperatures, the European Trade Union Institute (ETUI) says workers should be better protected by law…