David Murphy

Economics and Public Affairs Editor

Government 'budgeting like there's no tomorrow' - Ifac

Despite soaring taxes flowing into the Government's coffers from US multinationals, the State's fiscal watchdog says the proportion of the windfall revenues being set aside by the Cabinet is falling.

Test Home • 6 hrs

Government 'budgeting like there's no tomorrow' - Ifac

Despite soaring taxes flowing into the Government's coffers from US multinationals, the State's fiscal watchdog says the proportion of the windfall revenues being set aside by the Cabinet is falling.

Business • 5 hrs

Uisce Éireann fined €20m for not hitting leak fix targets

The regulator for Uisce Éireann has said that the water utility has missed a target for reducing leaks.

Business • 25 Nov

Was it wise for Harris to become Minister for Finance?

Economics and Public Affairs Editor David Murphy analyses the potential pitfalls of Simon Harris's decision to replace Paschal Donohoe as Minister for Finance.

Analysis and Comment • 23 Nov

Unemployment rate hits highest level since 2021 - CSO

The unemployment rate for 15 to 65-year-olds reached 5.3% in the third quarter of this year, up 0.8 percentage points from 4.5% the same time in 2024.

Business • 20 Nov

Departments allowed to spend €4.1bn above original plan

The Government has agreed to allow departments to increase spending by a total of €4.1 billion for 2025 over revised estimates where were announced at the end of last year.

Business • 19 Nov