Angola erupts again Sunday, March 14, 2010
By Niamh Connolly, Political Correspondent Having lost two cabinet ministers in three weeks – Willie O’Dea and Martin Cullen – Brian Cowen is hardly likely to allow his Dáil position to be further weakened by axing his health minister
Hiqa blames lack of powers for not acting Sunday, March 14, 2010 By Susan Mitchell The independent body responsible for monitoring safety and accountability in the health service said its failure to intervene at Tallaght Hospital could be explained by its lack of statutory inspection powers.
Four steps to the banking big bang Sunday, March 14, 2010 By Cliff Taylor Nama transfers are about to start, and the government is readying cash to recapitalise the banks
No holiday from problems Sunday, March 14, 2010 By Pat Leahy, Political Editor Cabinet ministers will be looking forward to their St Patrick’s Day trips abroad, but the dire problems facing Brian Cowen’s imperilled government will be just as pronounced when they return
Sinn Féin pushing end to partition as an economic panacea Sunday, March 14, 2010 By Pat Leahy, Political Editor The Sinn Féin economic policy lauded by delegates at last weekend’s ard fheis rests on three pillars: end partition, increase taxes and borrowing, and then increase public spending.
ACTION STATIONS Sunday, March 14, 2010 By Nicola Cooke Negotiations aimed at averting strikes by public sector workers continue this weekend, but it remains to be seen whether a deal can be struck
Rebuilding partnership will require realism and sacrifices Sunday, March 14, 2010 By Pat Leahy, Political Editor If there is to be any progress, the unions must accept the government’s assurance that last year’s pay cuts will not be reversed
Start-ups hold their own Sunday, March 14, 2010 By Dick O’Brien The profile of entrepreneurs has changed due to the recession, with experience coming to the fore, says Enterprise Ireland
Taskforce plan is a flight of pure fantasy Sunday, March 14, 2010 By Colm McCarthy Substituting targets for policy is expensive escapism, distracting attention from the need to cut costs
The energy to succeed Sunday, March 14, 2010 By Gavin Daly Having survived the collapse of a multimillion-dollar deal, Norman Crowley is back in business with Danu and Crowley Carbon
Compliance firm opens in US Sunday, March 14, 2010 By Gavin Daly An Irish firm that helps companies to meet the requirements of a range of legislation is expanding into the US after an upsurge in business last year.