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Speaking in the Dáil today Minister Hogan outlined a range of measures in relation to waste policy to be finalised by year-end. During the debate he stressed that “The Government’s intention is to ensure the development of an efficient...

“The Government’s intention is to ensure the development of an efficient, effective and diverse waste management sector”.

Transport Minister Leo Varadkar today confirmed that talks are underway to abolish the €3 travel tax. Minister Varadkar, speaking at the AGM of the Irish Tourist Industry Confederation, saidthe Government is hoping to make it easier for tourists...

"I welcome the debt restructuring plan which has been agreed in principle between Anglo Irish Bank and the Group’s lenders. This structure will enable the good and strong businesses to continue..."

Effective public procurement is essential for good public service and good government. In the EU expenditure on public procurement amounts to some 17% of the EU’s GDP. In Ireland the public sector spends approx €16 billion per year...

During his speech at the International Research Society for Public Management Conference Dinner tonight, Minister Howlin spoke of the need for effective Public Service Reform, describing it as "recognised as being essential...

HP, the world’s largest technology company, today announced that it is adding a further 50 high-tech, graduate to senior engineering jobs in its global IT organisation. These jobs, supported by government...

"The Group provides a great opportunity for dialogue between business, trade unions and Government. These direct talks can not only tackle specific regulatory burdens..."

Tánaiste and Foreign Affairs Minister Eamon Gilmore today launched the “Holiday Survival Guide”, published by Drinkaware in consultation with the Department of Foreign Affairs. The Tánaiste described the Guide as…

Minister Deenihan last night attended a Business to Arts event to publicise a range of programmes aiming to transform the cultural sector in Ireland...