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The study shows that employment rates in the Republic of Ireland fell further but recovered faster than those in Northern Ireland after the Covid-19 pandemic

Jobs in Republic recovered faster than NI after Covid

Employment across all regions in the Republic of Ireland fell further during the pandemic but recovered faster than in Northern Ireland, according to new research.

Business • 05 Feb

Niamh Fahey with supporters at Dublin Airport on the Republic of Ireland's return from the World Cup in Australia (Pics: Sportsfile)

Republic of Ireland squad greeted by fans at airport

The Republic of Ireland squad were greeted by cheering crowds when they walked through the arrivals door at Dublin Airport today.

Ireland • 02 Aug 23

Scientific research and development is one area where productivity in the south is a lot higher than in Northern Ireland

Big productivity gap between south and north - ESRI

Productivity levels per worker in Ireland two years ago were 40% higher than in Northern Ireland, a new analysis has found.

Business • 28 Nov 22

Fans are being urged not to buy match tickets from third-party websites or unauthorised sellers

Aviva Stadium a 'designated venue' under ticketing laws

The Aviva Stadium has been confirmed as a designated venue under the Sale of Tickets Act 2021.

Ireland • 27 Oct 21

Dublin is among 12 host cities for Euro2020

Ireland to face Switzerland, Denmark in Euro qualifiers

The Republic of Ireland have been drawn to face Switzerland and Denmark in the Euro 2020 qualifiers.

Ireland • 02 Dec 18

The Nevin Economic Research Institute says the goal of creating an all-island economy has not been realised

Multi-national dominance concealing economic weaknesses

The Nevin Economic Research Institute says the dominance of the foreign owned multinational sector in Ireland has concealed weaknesses in key parts of the domestic economy, particularly in information technology.

Business • 24 Oct 18

The mayor said Irish fans distinguished themselves by the atmosphere they created

Ireland fans to get Paris medal for sportsmanship

The Mayor of Paris has announced she will award the Medal of the City of Paris to Republic of Ireland football fans for their sportsmanship.

News • 29 Jun 16

Henrick was named Young Player of the Year for 2015

Hendrick to face trial over alleged street row

Republic of Ireland midfielder Jeff Hendrick will face trial in March over an alleged street row in Dublin.

News • 04 Dec 15

Ulster Bank's Northern Irish business plans for closer alignment with its UK parent

Ulster Bank to change Irish structures

Ulster Bank has announced a new reporting structure for its business in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Business • 15 Sep 15

O'Neill has a two-year contract with the FAI and Chief Executive John Delaney said the goal is qualification for Euro 2016

O'Neill privileged to be Ireland football manager

New Republic of Ireland football manager Martin O'Neill has said it is a privilege to be given the job and he is delighted to have Roy Keane as his assistant manager.

News • 11 Nov 13

Paul Sheridan, Derick Dunne, William Gibson and Darren Ray from Ballymun, Dublin, on their way to Poland

Dublin Airport braced for Euro 2012 passengers

More than 20,000 soccer fans are expected to travel through Dublin Airport to Poland over the next 12 days on the way to Euro 2012.

Ireland • 08 Jun 12

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