Economy and Agriculture

23 Mar

Government will help counter impact of price increases

DESPITE opposition claims that the Government is ruling out any further measures to ease cost of living pressures, Clare Fine Gael TD Joe Carey says every effort will be made to counter the effects of energy supply and price impacts. “The significant retail price increases for energy are a matter of strong concern to the […]

2 Mar

‘A cruel blow’ – Deputy Carey criticises Aer Lingus decision to lay off Shannon workers until summer

Clare TD Joe Carey has described the move by Aer Lingus to lay off all 129 inflight service and ground operations staff at Shannon Airport until the summer as a “cruel blow to workers”. The Shannon-based Aer Lingus workers’ worst fears were confirmed as the airline announced the cuts yesterday. As a result, the airline […]

1 Mar

‘People are feeling isolated enough’ – Carey calls on Bank of Ireland to reverse plans to close its branches in Kilkee, Tulla and Miltown Malbay

Clare TD Joe Carey has called on Bank of Ireland to reverse its controversial plans to shut three local branches. The bank today confirmed it will close its branches in Kilkee, Tulla and Miltown Malbay from the end of September. The move is part of a massive restructure of Bank of Ireland’s operations in the […]

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