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Northern Ireland economy set for boost from British-India trade deal

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A NEWLY signed British-India trade agreement is expected to pour £50 million into Northern Ireland’s economy. The deal, which is part of the British government's wider Plan for Change, is a major milestone in international trade and promises wide-ranging benefits for Northern Ireland’s key industries and workforce. The agreement, officially signed today by Business and Trade … [Read more...] about Northern Ireland economy set for boost from British-India trade deal

Flogas announces energy price rise from August

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PEOPLE in Ireland are facing another rise in their energy bills as Flogas has announced a 7% increase in its variable electricity charges, from August 25. The price hike, which is the company's first in three years, will see an average residential customer paying an additional €10.50 per month, or around €125 annually. The increase follows a 15% reduction in Flogas electricity … [Read more...] about Flogas announces energy price rise from August

Samaritans to close 100 branches across Britain and Ireland

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SAMARITANS, the leading mental health and suicide prevention charity in Britain and Ireland, has announced plans to close more than 100 of its 200 locations. The charity, which has provided support to people in crisis since 1953, currently operates 201 branches staffed by around 22,000 trained listening volunteers. These volunteers respond to a call for help every 10 seconds, … [Read more...] about Samaritans to close 100 branches across Britain and Ireland

US-Japan trade deal signals risk for Ireland and the EU

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THE United States' recent trade deal with Japan may be seen as a political success in Washington, but for Ireland and the EU, it’s a major shift in global trade dynamics. The agreement introduces a 15% tariff on Japanese exports to the US, replacing a previously threatened 25% tariff on cars. While that appears to offer Japan temporary relief, it still marks a harsh rollback of … [Read more...] about US-Japan trade deal signals risk for Ireland and the EU