Public Affairs
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Soldiers of destiny march on
In 2011 Fianna Fáil felt the full wrath of a furious electorate. Four years on, with its declining support appearing…
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Fair work and a real recovery
ICTU’s Macdara Doyle puts the case for higher wages and improved conditions as a foundation for a better economy. Recent…
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Investment Plan for Europe
Europe’s economy is recovering but investment remains at mid-recession levels. Peter Cheney summarises the European Commission’s plans to boost infrastructure…
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Smart grids: Ireland’s energy opportunity
EirGrid hosted a round table discussion on the development of smart grids and how this promising technology will revolutionise the…
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EU electricity market reform
Eurelectric markets adviser Charlotte Renaud examines the role of European electricity market reform in achieving a low carbon economy. Charlotte…
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EirGrid revisits network strategy
EirGrid has reiterated the importance of its grid development strategy while introducing new alternatives for planned major infrastructure projects. eolas…
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Clarity for public body appointments?
Always a controversial issue, appointments to public bodies have once again been in the spotlight. eolas looks at the measures…
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Climate Bill: planning for 2050
Peter Cheney examines the Government’s Climate Bill and the calls for more detail and urgency as CO2 levels keep rising.…
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Progress of a presidency
Peter Cheney reviews Michael D Higgins’ time in office to date. The President has largely avoided controversy and also made…
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Bruton on Redmond
John Bruton views John Redmond as the forgotten leader who effectively secured Irish independence. Peter Cheney reports. While most commentators…
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