The property market grew in the first quarter of the year, new figures indicate. After a decline in prices toward the end of 2015, the new year has brought renewed growth, according to the survey from MyHome.ie in association with economists from the Davy Group.
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Tech firm HubSpot creates 320 jobs in Dublin expansion
A technology company is to add another 320 jobs at its Dublin base. HubSpot, a marketing software company, opened its new offices in the Docklands to accommodate the expansion.
Memorial to victims of 1916 Easter Rising unveiled in Glasnevin cemetery
A list of all those who died in the 1916 Easter Rising, including rebellion leaders and British soldiers, has been unveiled in Glasnevin cemetery in Dublin. Almost 500 people were killed in the uprising, the majority of them – 268 – were civilians caught up in the violence.
Moore Street encircled by human chain following national monument decision
More than 100 campaigners have formed a human chain around an historic Dublin street where the Easter Rising came to an end to celebrate a court judgment declaring sections of it a national monument. Rebel leaders who rose against British rule in 1916 fled to Moore Street when their initial headquarters at the General Post… Continue reading Moore Street encircled by human chain following national monument decision
Irish economic growth expected to exceed forecasts
Ireland’s economy will grow more this year than previously expected, the Central Bank has said. Latest official figures predict the value of all goods and services in the country – known as gross domestic product (GDP) – will rise by 5.1% during 2016.
Irishman stabbed to death in Sydney may have been targeted by date's ex-lover
An Irishman killed in a frenzied stabbing at a Sydney restaurant may have been the victim of his date’s ex-lover. Named locally as Keith Collins, the 53-year-old was stabbed repeatedly while eating dinner at the Kang Nam BBQ restaurant in the Hornsby Westfield Shopping Centre at about 9.30pm on Wednesday.
More than one person raped every day in Ireland, figures show
More than one person is raped every day in Ireland, latest official figures suggest. Last year, there were 536 reported rapes across the state – an increase of more than 12% on the previous year.
Property prices up 8% in last 12 months, figures show
Property prices are up 8% in the last year, official figures have revealed. While the national picture showed little or no movement in values in February, demand for homes outside Dublin has really driven the growth in the market in the previous 12 months.
Plan for Dart services every 10 minutes shelved
Plans to run Dart services every 10 minutes have been derailed. Rail chiefs said they are shelving the proposed increased frequency over a row with union bosses.
Farmers ban rangers and conservationists from their land
Farmers have warned rangers and conservationists to keep off their land. Staff from the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and Birdwatch Ireland are being told by the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) that they are banned from accessing members’ working farmland.
