Ireland’s number one mum Esther Kelly-Keating loves a challenge but was completely gobsmacked when her daughter Charlotte nominated her for the title.

Pat Dawson, chief executive of the Irish Travel Agents Association, last night expressed his delight at being awarded the Medal of the Order of Civil Merit at the behest of King Felipe VI of Spain.

Market development, diversification, managing volatility and regular information updates will help Irish food and drink exporters manage Brexit- related impacts, Bord Bia has stated.

In 2013 there were buyers available, but a shortage of work at the top end of the market, writes Des O’Sullivan.

THE pair of George IV specimen marble top tables for €195,000 at the IADA fair at the RDS in Dublin this weekend capture a current antique market moment.