Irish advertising agencies are significantly more optimistic about the industry’s prospects, with the majority expecting increased turnover across the sector by the end of the year.

ALL art is certainly political now with Irish luminaries coming out to highlight the value of the arts to Ireland’s economic and social recovery.

THE Government is damaging the arts sector by hitting non-profit groups with hefty tax bills for performances by international artists in Ireland, arts campaigners said yesterday.

The Government is damaging the arts sector by hitting non-profit groups with hefty tax bills for performances by international artists in Ireland, it was warned today.

The performing arts community is welcoming the announcement that more than €52m is to be provided for the Arts Council next year.