Fifty jobs are to be created at an internet firm in south Dublin, the Government said today.

AN Irish technology company which has developed a website enabling people with skills to connect with those who need them is increasing its own workforce.

Vodafone Ireland, the country’s biggest mobile phone company, has bought Perlico, the telecom firm which provides phone and broadband services.

Speculation that British home furnishings retailer MFI could be taken over and broken up swirled around the City today as shares leapt 4%.