Brian O'Donovan

Work & Technology Correspondent

More than 200 jobs at risk at Ladbrokes

More than 200 jobs are at risk at Ladbrokes bookmakers as part of plans to close up to 39 shops in Ireland.

Business • 9 hrs

Minimum wage increases did not lead to job losses - ESRI

A new study from the Economic and Social Research Institute has found that recent increases to the minimum wage did not lead to low-paid workers losing their jobs.

Business • 9 hrs

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Company co-founded by Tipp man to test robots in space

A robotics company, co-founded by 25-year-old Tipperary man Jamie Palmer, which is building a robotic labour force for space, has signed a deal to test its technology aboard the International Space Station.

Munster • 30 Mar

Unite accuses Govt of 'dragging its feet' on pay deal

The Unite trade union has accused the Government of "dragging its feet" on elements of the current public sector pay deal.

Business • 30 Mar

In this photo illustration, iPhone screens display various social media apps on the screens

Landmark verdict will have implications for platforms

On Wednesday, a California jury found that Meta and Google were liable for designing platforms that are addictive. It was a landmark moment that could have major implications for how social media companies defend themselves against future claims, writes Brian O'Donovan.

Analysis and Comment • 29 Mar

NUJ members in RTÉ vote no confidence in future strategy

Members of the National Union of Journalists in RTÉ have voted no confidence in RTÉ's New Direction Strategy.

Business • 27 Mar

SIPTU warns of impact of rising prices on pay talks

SIPTU has warned that the added cost-of-living increases, resulting from the crisis in the Middle East, will mean additional pressure for wage increases in negotiations with employers across both the public and private sectors.

Ireland • 26 Mar