The Department of Finance says GDP will likely fall by 2.5% in 2020 - compared to the last forecast of a 10% hit.
That's mainly due to a surge in exports from the pharmaceutical sector.
The unemployment rate is expected to be 16 per cent at the end of this year - falling to 10 per cent in 2021.
Over 12,000 Learner Drivers In Wicklow Reflects A National Crisis According To Road Haulage Association
IRHA have criticised the RSA's 'mismanagement', noting that there are 394,128 total learner permits nationally, an increase of 12,257 in six months.
Endeavour Awards Recognise Those Making Bray Special
The awards have been a hallmark of community recognition since 1981. Who will win tonight?
Business Leaders & Personalities Gather To Outline Temporary Alternative To Push Cliff Walk Reopening
Reopening the Bray–Greystones cliff walk could see a temporary alternative route put in place as a means by which to end its five-year closure, after plans were presented to councillors at a public meeting in Greystones last night
Beyond The Pale Pre-Sale Tickets Go Live As Wicklow's 'Boutique' Festival Reveals Headliners
Beyond the Pale festival in Wicklow, after last year’s cancellation scare, is set for June 12–14, 2026, at Glendalough Estate. Organisers, now partially managed by FUEL, have confirmed headliners Caribou, Soulwax, and Father John Misty, with more music, comedy, and theatre acts to be announced. The festival will also continue its charity hike, Beyond The Trail, supporting Dublin Simon Community. Pre-sale tickets start November 20, with general release the following day, priced from €219 for adults, with family discounts and instalment plans available
Relief For Coast Guard As Sod Turning Event Marks Some Movement Towards New Station In Greystones
Following years of delay and over €300,000 spent on designs and costs dating back five years ago there's some relief for those involved in the Greystones Coast Guard
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Love Songs on the Coast
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