The Irish economy is forecast to grow by 3.4 per cent this year.
In its Quarterly Economic Commentary, the ESRI says it's due to the strong performance of exports, and improved consumption and investment.
But it says the effects of the pandemic are still clearly evident as the unemployment rate increased above 20 per cent in the fourth quarter.
The ESRI, says the growth is surprising given the impact the virus has had over the past 10 months
SME'S Thrive In Wicklow.
New research has revealed that Wicklow is the best county in Ireland for small and medium sized enterprises.
Taoiseach launches 46 new social rented homes at The Rectory in Blessington.
Taoiseach Simon Harris Launches 46 New Homes with Co-operative Housing Ireland
Up to 100 new speed cameras have been announced.
A 9 million euro investment has been given to an Garda Síochána to improve traffic law enforcement.
Call for Bike Lockers at Wicklow Train Stations after reports of theft.
A call for ring-fenced bike lockers at Commuter Train Stations in Wicklow has been made to ensure the safety and well-being of cyclists and scooter riders in the area.
Harris will call an Election on his own good time.
An Taoiseach Simon Harris says it's his prerogative to call a General Election but he won't be proving running commentary on it.
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