The Department of Finance has said it is not aware of any investigations into Irish corporate tax affairs.

Ryanair has instructed lawyers to appeal against the European Commission’s decision to block its takeover of Aer Lingus before the commission has even ruled.

Crown Paints was heading back into British hands today after a management buy-out worth an estimated £70m.

FIRST ACTIVE shareholders will receive a New Year’s boost expected to be paid to them in mid-January.