<p>Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe at an evening press conference after the unveiling of the Government's budget for 2023. Picture: Damien Storan/PA Wire</p>

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Record €11bn budget package fails to avert recession fears

Senior Department of Finance sources said the economy is relying on data centres, remote working, and investment by one or two major companies.

<p>The alarm was raised at around 8.00am. Gardaí and National Ambulance Service paramedics responded to the incident on the main Ennis to Clarecastle road. Picture: Press 22</p>

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Woman and child in critical condition following violent incident at house in Co Clare

Gardaí have confirmed that the girl sustained serious injuries at a property at Clareabbey on the outskirts of Ennis.

<p>Public Expenditure Minister Michael McGrath and Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe: Such was the extent of the giveaway, Sinn Féin speakers were spotted in the Dáil crossing out large sections of their pre-prepared speeches, given their lines of attack had been neutralised. Picture: Gareth Chaney/ Collins Photos</p>

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Something for everyone in the audience, but is budget too late, late for coalition?

So many goodies were doled out it prompted speculation it was an election budget

Renters face 'catastrophic winter' as increases set to surpass credit

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Renters face 'catastrophic winter' as increases set to surpass credit

1,000-year-old coin among finds in Cork archaeological dig

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1,000-year-old coin among finds in Cork archaeological dig

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Cork founders of hemp clothing brand Firkail say retailers can't afford physical shops anymore

Donncha O'Callaghan 12/12/2021

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Donncha O'Callaghan part of Davy Fitzgerald's Waterford backroom team

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Skin Nerd: Here's what your skin needs to survive autumn (hint: exfoliating acid is on the list!)

Cian Ducrot: Cork's rising star is ready to take the next step

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Cian Ducrot: Cork's rising star is ready to take the next step

our columnists

Paul Hosford: Election budget? Coalition makes hay as the kites fly

Clodagh Finn: Of all Joyce’s women, it is Lucia and her genius that need to be reclaimed

Fergus Finlay: Huge budget opportunity to offer meaningful response to real need

Terry Prone: Graffiti artists don't care about anyone — and that's what makes them fascinating

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Cork man who rammed Garda van with stolen car denied bail

Cork man who rammed Garda van with stolen car denied bail

Alleged ramming occurred at Ardfoyle Avenue, Ballintemple, Cork, on Monday night

Drunk Corkman walking in front of traffic told gardaí to f*** off

Drunk Corkman walking in front of traffic told gardaí to f*** off

Budget 2023: 'It's crumbs, really. Nice, but not enough'

Budget 2023: 'It's crumbs, really. Nice, but not enough'

Linda O’ Sullivan ,Special Needs Assistant.

Energy credit reaction: 'I used to pay €92 for gas, but that has gone to €152 in a month'

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Nathan Collins and John Egan with Tigran Barseghyan and Hrayr Mkoyan 27/9/2022

Egan just keeps on motoring while Hendrick tries to find a new gear

A look at some of the winners and losers from Ireland’s Nations League campaign

Tom Mohan 25/6/2019

Lonergan's strike gives U19s third win from three and top spot

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Wexford avoid referees' strike in wake of alleged assault on official

Stephen Kenny after the game 27/9/2022

Stephen Kenny: Loads of positives despite 'ridiculous' spell

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Kieran Harnett

Bridge the gap: ten fashion faves for the changing of the seasons

As we approach October, the seasonal shift leaves us with the conundrum of what to wear.

Traveller culture to shine on-screen at IndieCork festival

Traveller culture to shine on-screen at IndieCork festival

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Julie Jay: I feel a kinship with Garth Brooks, who also commuted from Kerry to Dublin

Cost of living: Caitriona Redmond shares 50 easy ways to save money this winter

S Cost of living: Caitriona Redmond shares 50 easy ways to save money this winter

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Great writings has no limits

Business

Wage increases are 'unsustainable' for salon owners as they battle soaring costs

Wage increases are 'unsustainable' for salon owners as they battle soaring costs

One disappointment for many in the services industry was Government’s decision not to keep the Vat rate at 9%, which will return to its pre-pandemic rate of 13.5% in Spring 2023

Budget bakes in billions of euro in reserve should energy crisis deepen

Budget bakes in billions of euro in reserve should energy crisis deepen

The Stuffed Olive seeks support for soaring energy costs

The Stuffed Olive seeks support for soaring energy costs

Irish Independent owner to shut Newry printing press

Irish Independent owner to shut Newry printing press

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Denis Lehane: I'd love to see a Glenroe reboot — Dynasty style

Denis Lehane: I'd love to see a Glenroe reboot — Dynasty style

Many old television shows are getting reboots. It's time Ireland's classic soap opera was brought back to life.

Agri tax reliefs and green diesel excise duty reductions extended for farmers in Budget 2023

Agri tax reliefs and green diesel excise duty reductions extended for farmers in Budget 2023

Beef trade: Producers hold the fort against downward pressure

Beef trade: Producers hold the fort against downward pressure

Fluffy Woolly Sheep

Sheep prices: Varied trends for lambs across the marts

Property

Kevin McCloud: Ten ways you can reduce energy bills at home

Kevin McCloud: Ten ways you can reduce energy bills at home

The Grand Designs presenter shares his advice on cutting household costs this winter

Charlotte Church on the reality of a dream property renovation

Charlotte Church on the reality of a dream property renovation

Construction Worker Holding Measure

Builders, architects, QS and project managers. Who manages what when building a home

Save or splurge? We roadtest two rugs ahead of winter

Save or splurge? We roadtest two rugs ahead of winter

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Niamh Griffin: Health budget focused on shortfalls in care for women

A dedicated health package, coming to some €32.2m, targets many areas of women's healthcare, including screening, contraception, and menstrual products.

Caitríona Redmond: 'Shrugging emoji' summed up reaction to Budget measures in my Whatsapp group

Caitríona Redmond: 'Shrugging emoji' summed up reaction to Budget measures in my Whatsapp group

Mick Clifford: Winter will tell whether government's budget plan really delivers

Mick Clifford: Winter will tell whether government's budget plan really delivers

Vegetables and fruit with heart shape as concept of cardiovascular health

Catherine Conlon: Budget will help ease health inequality but only as a first step

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Cuba without electricity after hurricane hammers power grid

Hurricane Ian has knocked out power across all of Cuba and devastated some of the country’s most important tobacco farms after slamming into the island’s western tip as a major hurricane.

United Nations Ukraine

Zelensky: No talks with Putin if Ukrainian land is annexed

President Obama visit to Ireland - Day One

Woman hit by train while in police car is out of hospital

Russia Ukraine

Pro-Moscow officials say occupied areas have voted to join Russia

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The Mick Clifford Podcast: The case of Cork woman Kay Barrett

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The Mick Clifford Podcast: Adoption story - Aoife O'Connell

The Mick Clifford Podcast: Adoption story - Aoife O'Connell

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Let Me Tell You: Episode 5 — 'Politically imperative' for Fianna Fáil to force Fitzgerald departure

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Let Me Tell You: Episode 4 — Sinn Féin will talk to anyone about a coalition for change

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Mylene Klass joins elite team singing the praises of Skechers

Mylene Klass joins elite team singing the praises of Skechers

Billy Holland: 'High performance is still key to my new job, but not to the same extent as in rugby'

Billy Holland: 'High performance is still key to my new job, but not to the same extent as in rugby'

St Patrick's College: Championing individuality and ASD students

St Patrick's College: Championing individuality and ASD students

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