Large amount of savings in low-yielding accounts described as ‘missed opportunity’
Central Bank figures show household deposits increased by €4.7 billion, or 3.1 per cent, in the year to end-September. Photograph: iStockThe large amount of savings in low-yielding Irish bank accounts has been described as a “missed opportunity”. It noted these movements were contributing to a slowly decreasing share of overnight deposits, which represented 87.3 per cent of the total stock of household deposits at September-end. Retail banks have been criticised for failing to increase their deposit rates in line with European Central Bank (ECB) levels while reporting big annual profits. Banks insists, however, that Irish savers have been slow to move their money out of low-yielding overnight deposit accounts and into accounts with higher interest rates.
Source:The Irish Times
November 14, 2024 01:06 UTC
Sinn Féin’s housing plans would 'crucify' first-time buyers, Micheál Martin claims
Sinn Féin’s housing plans would 'crucify' first-time buyers, Micheál Martin claimsVivienne ClarkeFianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has said Sinn Féin’s housing policy would “crucify” first-time buyers. “That’s why we’re saying to young people who are looking to buy houses, we will keep the Help To Buy scheme going until 2030. I believe there has to be a consistent level of social housing built in this country on an annual basis. “This year, we will deliver 12,000 social homes - made up of over 8,000 new builds and the rest through acquisition. Where we want to get to is about 12,000 per annum new-build social houses and do that on an annual basis.
Source:Irish Independent
November 14, 2024 00:45 UTC
Trojans top Harris behind comeback effort
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Source:The Herald
November 14, 2024 00:08 UTC
Discover the science of ageing in Athlone's Buccaneers Rugby Club
Discover the science of ageing in Athlone's Buccaneers Rugby ClubMidlands Science are hosting an event on the science of ageing at Buccaneers Rugby Club in Athlone on November 15 from 8pm to 9:30pm. Join leading researcher and best selling author of "Age Proof" Prof Rose Anne Kenny to explore the science of aging well. Midlands Science Festival is supported by the Research Ireland Discover Programme as part of national Science Week. If you require Irish Sign Language please email jgorman@midlandsscience.ieBooking is advised. For more information go to: https://www.midlandsscience.ie/events-calendar/
Source:Irish Independent
November 13, 2024 23:04 UTC
Call for speed ramps at "very busy" Coosan NS
Call for speed ramps at "very busy" Coosan NSCouncil officials have said they will look at adding speed ramps in the vicinity of Coosan National School in Athlone, after the traffic calming measures were sought by Cllr Paul Hogan during a meeting last week. Ambrose Clarke, the outgoing director of services for the Athlone Moate district, said he was aware of a number of schools which had speed ramps installed nearby in recent times. "So we'll look into that and see if there's an option (to install ramps in Coosan)." District manager Willie Ryan said there were clear benefits to adding speed ramps at schools. It was agreed that the council would consider the possibility of including the safety measures at Coosan NS as part of its works programme for 2025.
Source:Irish Independent
November 13, 2024 22:23 UTC
Scahill on form as Coláiste Mhuire overcome Marist
Matthew Tully (Coláiste Mhuire) takes on Oisín Burke (Marist College). Scahill on form as Coláiste Mhuire overcome MaristNorth Leinster Post-Primary Schools 2nd Year Football – ‘A’ Semi-FinalColáiste Mhuire, Mullingar 5-18, Marist College, Athlone 1-5A fine tally of seven points and many assists from Josh Scahill helped Coláiste Mhuire, Mullingar to a comfortable win over Marist College, Athlone in damp conditions in Mullingar Shamrocks GAA last Wednesday. The Marist efforts were strong but it was simply a case of height, power, and speed trumping them as Coláiste Mhuire took aim at will. Goal four for Coláiste Mhuire was finished to the net by replacement, Senan Brody. Player of the match: Josh Scahill (Coláiste Mhuire): There were several contenders for Coláiste Mhuire, but Scahill was the livewire in attack who caused the most damage.
Source:Irish Independent
November 13, 2024 21:58 UTC
Green TD would have ‘left Government’ if land hoarding tax deferred again
Green TD would have ‘left Government’ if land hoarding tax deferred againBy Cillian Sherlock, PAA Green Party minister has said he was willing to leave Government if a land hoarding tax was deferred in the Budget. Minister of State Ossian Smyth said the delay of the land hoarding tax in 2023 was “absolutely the wrong thing to do” in the middle of the housing crisis. A new Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT) will be charged each year on land that is zoned for residential use and has all necessary services, such as access to water, roads and lighting. The measure is designed as a policy lever to encourage the development of residential housing on any available land. The legislation to help councils and policymakers identify derelict sites for intervention was introduced by Green Party planning spokesman Steven Matthews.
Source:Irish Independent
November 13, 2024 19:49 UTC
Tullamore Library to host 'Gardening for Biodiversity' event
Tullamore Library to host 'Gardening for Biodiversity' eventMidlands Science are hosting an event titled 'Gardening for Biodiversity' in Tullamore Library on November 2 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. The event will focus on how gardening can help create a home to our plants and flowers, and also a refuge for birds, butterflies and bees. The term biodiversity was coined by the scientist EO Wilson and the term refers to all living things on the plant. As we are all aware, we are in the midst of a biodiversity crisis and small actions we all take in our lives can make a difference and help us to feel we are making a difference. Join leading gardner Lynn O’Keefe Lascar to explore plans you can make for your garden to help biodiversity.
Source:Irish Independent
November 13, 2024 19:49 UTC
Milestone 50 for Mountlucas Parkrun founder
Milestone 50 for Mountlucas Parkrun founderMountlucas parkrun held its first ever event in July 2017. Pippa has volunteered at Mountlucas parkrun a phenomenal 134 times, most often as Run Director for the event. Pippa supported the volunteer team from the Grand Canal Way Parkrun Tullamore to resolve the issues they had encountered, in order to get this parkrun active again. Speaking after her milestone parkrun Pippa outlined: “It’s been a long time coming, I did my first parkrun in Naas in 2014! Mountlucas parkrun celebrates it's 300th parkrun on Saturday 16 November when there will be a finish line treat for all attendees.
Source:Irish Independent
November 13, 2024 19:49 UTC
Delivery driver jailed for having €1 million worth of cannabis
Jessica MageeA delivery driver carrying food, bottled water and €1 million worth of cannabis in his van has been jailed for five and a half years at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court. Daljeet Singh (52) of Oldbury, West Midlands, United Kingdom was stopped by customs officers during a routine search in Dublin Port earlier this year. He told customs officers he was taking a consignment of foodstuffs and water to Cork. Singh later pleaded guilty to possessing cannabis herb for sale or supply on April 3rd, 2021 at Dublin Port, having arrived by ferry from Holyhead. At a previous hearing, Garda Stephen Flynn told Patrick McCullough BL, prosecuting, said Singh told customs officers that he hadn’t packed the van himself or looked in it.
Source:The Herald
November 13, 2024 18:37 UTC
Flying Lotus students blossom in final performance
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Source:The Herald
November 13, 2024 18:27 UTC
OIT roundup: Lady Owls' soccer team qualifies for NAIA Championships
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Source:The Herald
November 13, 2024 18:26 UTC
SSE chief executive to stand down as profits surge by 26%
Shares in SSE have gained about 14% since Mr Phillips-Davies, 57, was promoted to the top job in 2013, peaking at an all-time high of 2,019p in September this year. The search for a new chief executive is underway. "Alistair has been an exceptional chief executive," Sir John said. "Over his 11 years as chief executive he has assembled a world-class team around him and created a legacy of critical clean electricity infrastructure. Until that successor is found, Mr Phillips-Davies says he remains "fully committed to growing the business".
Source:The Herald
November 13, 2024 18:21 UTC
Taylor Harwood-Bellis on Stockport mascot dad and future father-in-law Roy Keane
Taylor Harwood-Bellis on Stockport mascot dad and future father-in-law Roy KeaneBy Simon Peach, PA Chief Football WriterTaylor Harwood-Bellis wants to keep making his sport-loving family proud, revealing his dad used to be Stockport’s mascot ‘Vernon Bear’ and that he gets advice from less cuddly future father-in-law Roy Keane. Lee Carsley named the 22-year-old in a senior England squad for the first time having captained his under-21 side to European Championship glory in 2023. Taylor Harwood-Bellis made the move to Southampton this summer (Nick Potts/PA) Photo by Nick Potts“It wasn’t just a one-time thing. It was sad to see him stop doing that, to be fair.”It is a “sporty family” that Harwood-Bellis’ future father-in-law adds to, albeit in a far different way to a lovable mascot. He would be proud of me now and I’ve just got to keep making all of my family proud.”
Source:Irish Independent
November 13, 2024 18:13 UTC