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Minister McGrath said the package to support wider society will kick in within weeks of budget day

Budget funding for sports, community groups - McGrath

The Minister for Public Expenditure has said there will be funding specifically allocated in the budget for sports clubs, community groups, voluntary service providers and the arts and culture area to help them with the rising cost of living.

Ireland • 22 Sep 22

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar said rents here were out of kilter with other countries

Generation locked into unaffordable rents, Dáil hears

The Tánaiste has reiterated his view that any budget concessions for landlords would also have to include measures for renters.

Politics • 22 Sep 22

Jenny Shannon left her home city of Dublin due to rising costs and other pressures on young graduates

Teacher takes flight from capital amid rising costs

Standing at the foot of a 30m high crag, Jenny Shannon is getting ready for a climb.

Education • 22 Sep 22

MFI is suggesting a National Medicines Reserve be established

Rising inflation threatens medicine shortages - MFI

The organisation that represents the suppliers of the majority of medicines in Ireland has warned of an increasing risk of shortages due to the impact of inflation.

Business • 21 Sep 22

The issue of standing charges was referenced in the Dáil

People won't be deprived of heat and warmth - says Ryan

Minister for the Environment Eamon Ryan has said that people will not be deprived of the basic comforts of heat and warmth this winter.

Ireland • 21 Sep 22

The scheme limits the price suppliers can charge customers for units of gas and electricity (stock image)

Energy price cap announced for NI homes

The UK government has announced an energy price cap for homes in Northern Ireland.

Ulster • 21 Sep 22

'Fear and worry' among Irish Men's Shed members

The Irish Men's Shed Association has said the cost-of-living crisis is causing "fear and worry" among its members.

Budget 2023 • 20 Sep 22

Pensions Awareness Week aims to raise awareness about retirement planning and to help people take charge of their long-term savings.

People pushing out retirement plans - survey

A new survey shows that more than two in five people in Ireland without a pension have either delayed starting one or delayed their planned retirement date due to the cost-of-living crisis.

Business • 19 Sep 22

Leo Varadkar indicated that the Government would like measures to help with energy bills (stock image)

Budget about 'putting more money in pockets' - Varadkar

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has said the main objective of this year's Budget is "putting more money in people's pockets" and also reducing the bills people have to pay.

Politics • 18 Sep 22

Alice Kiernan's poem about Dublin has been viewed over half a million times on TikTok, striking a chord with young people from Ireland and abroad

'Dublin doesn't love me' - TikTok poem strikes a chord

A poet and songwriter has reflected on the viral success of her 'Love/Hate Letter to Dublin' saying it is "shameful" her words have resonated with so many young people in Ireland.

Cost of Living • 18 Sep 22

Kate and Edith Busteed at today's rally in Cork

Thousands attend cost of living rally in Cork city

Between two and three thousand people have attended a cost of living rally in Cork city.

Regional • 17 Sep 22

A double payment of the State pension, Social Protection payments and child benefit is expected in October or November

€3bn cost of living Budget package considered by Govt

A once-off financial package of close to €3 billion could be made available in the Budget to help households struggling with the cost of living crisis.

Budget 2023 • 17 Sep 22

GRA said in a statement it was disappointed by the independent chairman's letter

GRA accused over 'inaccurate' talks information

The independent chairperson of talks between the garda associations and garda management over the implementation of proposed new garda rosters has strongly criticised the GRA accusing it of circulating inaccurate, misleading and incorrect information.

Ireland • 17 Sep 22

IFAC says the Government faces 'a delicate balancing act' in the upcoming Budget

IFAC: Govt faces 'delicate balancing act' in Budget

"Better targeting" of measures to support households in the upcoming Budget would avoid adding to inflation, according to Chairman of the Fiscal Advisory Council Sebastian Barnes.

Business • 16 Sep 22

The Taoiseach said that 'the real firepower' to deliver in the upcoming Budget was the surplus (File image: RollingNews.ie)

Taoiseach unsure how much money windfall tax will raise

The Government is planning to introduce a windfall tax on energy companies, but the Taoiseach said it is still unclear how much money the levy will raise.

Budget 2023 • 15 Sep 22

Central Bank Governor Gabriel Makhlouf said that any relief from the energy crisis should be temporary and targeted

Energy crisis relief should be temporary, says Makhlouf

The Governor of the Central Bank has said the Government should stick within the parameters already set out for the upcoming Budget and that going beyond that could add to inflationary pressures.

Business • 14 Sep 22

'What's 80 cent going to do?', asks Alisha Ivory, who is on the minimum wage

Minimum wage hike: 'What's 80 cent going to do?'

The Cabinet today approved an €0.80 rise to the minimum wage, bringing it to €11.30 per hour from the beginning of next year.

Ireland • 14 Sep 22

'It's absolutely terrifying at this point in time' - Annie Timothy

'I just sat and cried': Retailer faces €21k energy bill

Monthly electricity bills to run a supermarket on the edge of Roscommon town have been skyrocketing since last January - with the latest topping €20,000 for one month.

Ireland • 14 Sep 22

Micheál Martin said that 'ongoing revenue streams' may be needed to deal with a 'prolongation' of the energy crisis in to next year (Photo: RollingNews.ie)

Taoiseach warns of 'prolonged' energy crisis

The Taoiseach has warned of a "prolonged" energy crisis, saying the Government would intervene to protect households and jobs as prices continue to rise.

Ireland • 14 Sep 22

The Low Pay Commission warned that the rate alone cannot compensate workers for inflation and recent increases in the cost of living

Cabinet to approve 80 cent rise to minimum wage

The Cabinet is set to approve an €0.80 rise to the minimum wage, bringing it to €11.30 per hour from the beginning of next year.

Politics • 14 Sep 22

How to reduce energy consumption and save money

Appliances and lighting combined account for one fifth of all the energy used in your home but there are ways to reduce the energy consumed and save money.

Energy • 13 Sep 22

Sinn Féin is holding its one-day think-in ahead of the return of the Dáil tomorrow

Sinn Féin proposes €3.8bn in one-off Budget measures

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has said her party would spend €3.8 billion on once-off measures in the forthcoming Budget.

Ireland • 13 Sep 22

Minister Michael McGrath said rising energy prices means the situation had become more serious for households

Budget: Cost-of-living package expected to be over €2bn

There are strong indications this evening that the Government's once off cost-of-living package will run to well over €2 billion when it is announced on Budget day.

Politics • 12 Sep 22

There have been calls for changes to the way the EU energy market works

Managing energy demands 'key to avoiding blackouts'

The EU Energy Commissioner has said managing energy demand will be key to avoiding blackouts in Europe this winter and citizens will have to play their part.

Ireland • 12 Sep 22

Conor Brummell said: 'I never wanted to leave Ireland, but everything is tied into the cost-of-living crisis'

Young people look abroad for better quality of living

The National Youth Council of Ireland has warned that there is a large burden on young people due to the cost of living crisis, and it could result in young people leaving Ireland.

Ireland • 12 Sep 22