Less than 15pc of renters availing of tax credit worth up to €1,500 a year
Photo: Arthur CarronThere has been an extremely small take-up of the tax credit for renters despite the surge in the cost of renting. The renter tax credit was increased to €750 as part of Budget 2024, or €1,500 per couple. Today's News in 90 Seconds - July 15thLast year 256,205 renters claimed the tax credit, at a total cost of €145m. “I am very concerned at the low uptake of the renter’s tax credit and the lower update in its second year,” Mr Ó Broin said. Mr Ó Broin said average rent increases are far greater than the average amount of the tax credit for both new and existing renters.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 13:26 UTC
Tullamore resident releases his debut novel
The cover of 'The Calling' by Noel M. Lynagh. Tullamore resident releases his debut novelTullamore resident Noel M. Lynagh has announced the release of his debut novel, entitled The Calling. Eventually, however, he returns to his spiritual roots and enters a monastery (in England), where, ironically, he finds himself confronting a profound crisis of faith. Jamie’s evolving understanding of himself and the world culminates in a groundbreaking epiphany that challenges conventional ideas about faith and existence. Through his story, Lynagh explores deep philosophical questions and offers readers a fresh perspective on the meaning of life.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 12:44 UTC
ACC to use Apple's iPads on football sidelines and in coaching booths for video playback this fall
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Source:The Herald
July 16, 2024 09:02 UTC
Beekeeping conference to take place in Tullamore later this month
Beekeeping conference to take place in Tullamore later this month'It's all about the pollen' is the theme of a beekeeping conference which will take place in Tullamore later this month. FIBKA (the Federation of Irish Beekeepers Associations) is holding its annual summer beekeeping conference in the Sacred Heart Secondary School, Tullamore, from July 26 to July 28. This year's guest speaker is Jamie Ellis, a professor of entomology and honeybee research, who will be visiting from the US. The event also includes The National Honey Show, which is sponsored by Bord Bia. The three-day conference is open to all beekeepers and members of the public, and FIBKA said 'real honey' would be available for sale at it also.
Source:Irish Independent
July 16, 2024 05:45 UTC
Established gastro pub business in historic property
Established gastro pub business in historic Ferbane propertyPrevious Next Image 1 of 4 Anton K. Image 2 of 4 Anton K. Image 3 of 4 Anton K. Image 4 of 4Property Partners Moore Larkin are delighted to bring to the market Hennessy's Gastro Pub, Main Street, Ferbane, County Offaly. In addition to this, the property also includes a four-bedroom, beautifully presented residential living accommodation.The entire property measures approximately 439 sq. ft and stands on a large site measuring a total area of 0.28 ha/0.69 acres which has further development potential. The current proprietors acquired the property ten years ago and, in that time, continued to grow the business year after year into the well-established Gastro Pub that Hennessy's now is - they have put Ferbane firmly on the map as a foodie destination. For further information, contact Ollie Moore at 086 8595186, Property Partners Moore Larkin.
Source:Irish Independent
July 05, 2024 17:08 UTC
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Source:The Herald
July 05, 2024 14:35 UTC
West Tyrone MP makes A5 pledge after election victory
West Tyrone MP makes A5 pledge after election victoryBy Victoria Johnston, PAThe returned MP for West Tyrone has pledged to ensure “the A5 is built” under Sinn Féin’s watch. To date, there have been more than 50 deaths on the stretch of road since 2006. Orflaith Begley was returned as MP for West Tyrone with 22,711 votes in what was another thumping victory for Sinn Féin announced at the Meadowbank Arena in Magherafelt. In her victory speech, she paid tribute to her husband Conor and her six-month-old daughter. The SDLP’s Daniel McCrossan secured 5,821 votes, seeing a fall in his vote from his 2019 total of 7,330.
Source:Irish Independent
July 05, 2024 11:20 UTC
UUP's Tim Collins blames defeat on voter interest in ‘potholes and hedges’
By Gráinne Ní Aodha, PAAn Iraq War British Army colonel blamed people being more interested in “potholes and hedges” than international affairs after failing to secure victory in a Northern Ireland constituency. “People in North Down, I think they don’t want someone who doesn’t live in Northern Ireland,” he told the BBC. “They’re interested in local politics, they’re not interested in cutting VAT, they’re not interested in international affairs. They’re interested in potholes and hedges.”Asked would he run again in Northern Ireland in five years’ time, he said he could not predict what he would be doing then. “It’s Northern Ireland, they don’t understand these things.
Source:The Herald
July 05, 2024 09:10 UTC
Britons vote in election expected to deliver Labour landslide
Britons were voting on Thursday in a parliamentary election that is expected to bring Keir Starmer's Labour Party to power, sweeping away Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservatives after 14 often turbulent years. But change will only happen if you vote Labour." Having called the election months earlier than expected, Sunak has in recent weeks abandoned his call for a fifth consecutive Conservative victory, switching instead to warning of the dangers of an unchallenged Labour Party in parliament. Labour leader Keir Starmer and his wife Victoria arrive to cast their votes in the 2024 General Election. Labour Party leader Keir Starmer serving drinks during a visit to Hucknall Town FC in Nottinghamshire, while on the General Election campaign trail.
Source:Irish Examiner
July 05, 2024 08:58 UTC
Westminster election 2024: The full results in Northern Ireland
The Alliance Party’s Sorcha Eastwood also had a historic result as she triumphed in the unionist stronghold of Lagan Valley – the seat formerly held by DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson. One bright spot in a disappointing night for the DUP was when leader Gavin Robinson held off the challenge of Alliance Party leader Naomi Long in East Belfast. In North Down, Alliance deputy leader Stephen Farry lost his seat to independent unionist Alex Easton. Sinn Féin retained its seats in Mid Ulster, North Belfast, Newry and Armagh, South Down, West Belfast and West Tyrone while the DUP held Upper Bann and East Antrim. The Ulster Unionist Party is returning to Westminster after former Stormont health minister Robin Swann took a seat from the DUP in South Antrim.
Source:The Herald
July 05, 2024 08:36 UTC
Andy and Jamie Murray beaten in emotional Centre Court doubles clash
Andy and Jamie Murray beaten in emotional Centre Court doubles clashBy Eleanor Crooks, PA Tennis CorrespondentAndy Murray was given a hero’s reception as he began his final Wimbledon alongside his brother Jamie but the Centre Court crowd could not inspire them to victory. But the two-time former singles champion and seven-time grand slam doubles champion Jamie were beaten 7-6 (6) 6-4 by Australian duo Rinky Hijikata and John Peers. Andy Murray celebrates winning a point in trademark fashion. Nearly 20 years later, Murray’s final rodeo on the most important stage of all has arrived. Kim, second left, and Judy Murray, right, were there to support along with Andy Murray’s oldest two daughters Photo: Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP.
Source:Irish Independent
July 05, 2024 08:22 UTC
T20 World Champion Team India Victory Parade Live: Spectacular homecoming for Team India in Mumbai
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Source:The Herald
July 05, 2024 05:35 UTC
5 for your Radar: DJ Shadow, The Conversation, and more...
Tickets €27Gig: DJ ShadowCyprus Avenue, Cork, Friday, July 5DJ Shadow has more than 30 years of work to draw on, from the acclaimed, uber-influential Endtroducing from 1996 to last year’s Action Adventure. Barry O'Kane (Duncairn), Caroline O'Leary (Levis'), Emma Dwyer (Cork County Council), and Joe O'Leary (Levis'). Tickets and event details at http://theduncairn.com/levistakeoverFrancis Ford Coppola sees 'The Conversation' turn 50. While it’s sure to divide critics and viewers, The Conversation is a reminder of the director at the peak of his powers. Streaming: SunnyApple TV+, From July 10A 10-part sci-fi dramedy on Apple TV+, featuring one of the cast of Parks and Recreation in a starring role?
Source:Irish Examiner
July 05, 2024 00:59 UTC
Germany's economy suffers fresh setback after factory orders fall for fifth month in a row
Slump: New factory orders in Germany fell 1.6% in MayGermany’s economy suffered a fresh blow after official figures showed factory orders fell for a fifth month in a row in May. The 1.6 per cent decline compared to the previous month came as a surprise to economists, who expected a rise of 0.5 per cent. New orders are down by 8.6 per cent on the same month last year. The latest official figures from Germany come after a separate purchasing managers’ index survey this week suggested that the gloom in the country’s factory sector extended into June. By contrast, figures from the UK showed manufacturers enjoying their strongest spell of growth for more than two years – though this slowed slightly last month.
Source:Daily Mail
July 04, 2024 21:05 UTC