An ongoing quest for secure tenure and fair rents. Demands to build more and better housing. Social deprivation and mental health problems.

The consequences of a eurozone break-up would be immense, but Ireland’s decision to remain on a potentially sinking ship could cost the country dearly in the long run, reports Kyran FitzGerald

BILL DEEGAN’S name was synonymous with business and sport in County Wexford so it must have appeared to outsiders a dream come true when he combined both pursuits by becoming a director of one of the most prestigious golf courses in Hungary.

IN the coming weeks this column will feature "Good Buy" holidays for 2003, dealing with the traditionally popular sun holiday destinations, both far afield and closer to home.