SEAI welcomes historic commitment to sustainable energy action in Budget 2021
SEAI has welcomed the Government’s historic investment in sustainable energy action, as set out in Budget 2021. This is a significant milestone for both Irish society and the economy as we take fossil fuels out of Ireland’s energy mix, in a just fashion. This commitment means that homes will be more comfortable, businesses more competitive, […]
ALONE response to measures in Budget 2021 for older people
ALONE, the organisation that supports older people, has responded to today’s Budget, by welcoming the increased investment in health care for older people but has additionally highlighted some failings of Budget 2021. Seán Moynihan, CEO of ALONE, commented; “ALONE are delighted to see the increased investment in healthcare such as the home care support hours […]
Budget implications for the Motor Industry
Budget 2021, announced this afternoon by Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe, and Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Michael McGrath contains a number of measures specific to motoring: With the full implementation of the new emissions testing system, WLTP, from January next a new structure of rates and bands for VRT and motor tax. This […]
Fáilte Ireland welcomes Government support for Tourism and Hospitality sector in Budget 2021
Fáilte Ireland is welcoming the tourism specific and wider economic measures announced in Budget 2021. CEO of the National Tourism Development Authority, Paul Kelly states “the record level of funding for Tourism secured by Minister Catherine Martin will help meet the urgent needs of thousands of tourism businesses while providing long-term hope for the Sector.“ “Economically tourism was […]