Paschal Donohoe

The latest news, analysis, and comment on Paschal Donohoe, the Minister for Finance and a Fine Gael TD for Dublin Central

Eir ‘missed deadline’ for its €1bn broadband plan

Eir ‘missed deadline’ for its €1bn broadband plan

Government says company failed to submit detailed note by Wednesday’s deadline

By Jack Horgan-JonesFri Jun 28 2019 - 01:00

Sacking people not the answer to dealing with health overspend, Minister says

Sacking people not the answer to dealing with health overspend, Minister says

HSE imposes cap on overtime and agency staff as first quarter deficit exceeds €103m

By Martin WallFri Jun 28 2019 - 01:00

Donohoe says he wishes incoming Central Bank governor incident ‘never happened’

Donohoe says he wishes incoming Central Bank governor incident ‘never happened’

Finance minister stands over appointment of Gabriel Makhlouf despite NZ inquiry finding

By Jennifer Bray and Kate McNamaraThu Jun 27 2019 - 15:12

Red faces for Donohoe and Makhlouf over ‘hacking’ report

Red faces for Donohoe and Makhlouf over ‘hacking’ report

Would NZ treasury chief have got Central Bank job if controversy blew up before interviews?

By Cliff TaylorThu Jun 27 2019 - 11:57

HSE puts spending cap on overtime and use of agency staff

HSE puts spending cap on overtime and use of agency staff

Paul Reid says no manager has the authority to overspend on their allocated budget

By Martin WallThu Jun 27 2019 - 09:59

Incoming Central Bank governor acted ‘unreasonably’ in hacking claim

Incoming Central Bank governor acted ‘unreasonably’ in hacking claim

Gabriel Makhlouf leaves New Zealand treasury post with ‘major hit’ to reputation, says boss

By Kate MacNamaraThu Jun 27 2019 - 06:26

Architas creates team to control €7.5bn in assets in Republic

Architas creates team to control €7.5bn in assets in Republic

Brexit uncertainty prompts investor firm to register funds in Dublin

By Barry O'HalloranThu Jun 27 2019 - 05:30

Bank of Ireland chief financial officer to quit as pay cap bites

Bank of Ireland chief financial officer to quit as pay cap bites

Andrew Keating taking up role outside financial services sector

By Mark PaulTue Jun 25 2019 - 21:02

Minister rejects claim Christmas bonus not factored in economic statement

Minister rejects claim Christmas bonus not factored in economic statement

Doherty says social welfare bonus and health overspend not included in calculations

By Marie O'HalloranTue Jun 25 2019 - 20:48

Framing budget around Brexit helps Government avoid real issues

Framing budget around Brexit helps Government avoid real issues

The economic statement was intended to provide greater transparency around the budgetary process but in reality it has not

By Eoin Burke-KennedyTue Jun 25 2019 - 20:04

The Irish Times view on the summer economic statement: preparing for a no-deal Brexit

The Irish Times view on the summer economic statement: preparing for a no-deal Brexit

Paschal Donohoe is trying to walk a line between two possible outcomes: continuing strong growth and the shock of a no-deal Brexit

Tue Jun 25 2019 - 20:00

Minister indicates tax cuts will be delayed in a no-deal Brexit

Minister indicates tax cuts will be delayed in a no-deal Brexit

Budget to feature up to €700m in new spending ‘if there is an orderly Brexit’

By Fiach KellyTue Jun 25 2019 - 18:25

Donohoe warns no-deal Brexit could halt economic growth

Donohoe warns no-deal Brexit could halt economic growth

Government expects 55,000 jobs to be lost in first two years of a disorderly Brexit

By Eoin Burke-KennedyTue Jun 25 2019 - 17:07

Three things Paschal Donohoe must decide before the budget

Three things Paschal Donohoe must decide before the budget

The key decisions set up by the summer statement – and what they mean for you

By Cliff TaylorTue Jun 25 2019 - 15:52

HSE says healthcare strike will have significant impact on services

HSE says healthcare strike will have significant impact on services

Harris says decision to strike on Wednesday before Labour Court talks is ‘extraordinary’

By Colm Keena and Vivienne ClarkeTue Jun 25 2019 - 14:13

Summer Economic Statement unlikely to contain surprises

Summer Economic Statement unlikely to contain surprises

Donohoe likely to signal a budgetary package of about €3 billion, the same as last year

Tue Jun 25 2019 - 06:28

Donohoe to table tight budget as cash set aside for no-deal Brexit

Donohoe to table tight budget as cash set aside for no-deal Brexit

Government facing budget deficit if UK crashes out of EU

By Fiach Kelly and Cliff TaylorMon Jun 24 2019 - 21:20

We can’t afford to double our bets on avoiding a no-deal Brexit

We can’t afford to double our bets on avoiding a no-deal Brexit

Budget 2020: It is vital that initial plans for next year are modest

By Cliff TaylorMon Jun 24 2019 - 16:21

HSE targets home-help hours in plan to save €500m

HSE targets home-help hours in plan to save €500m

Government warns that significant savings are integral to national service plan

By Fiach Kelly and Martin WallSat Jun 22 2019 - 03:00

Ban on bank bonuses works against hunt for Brexodus jobs

Ban on bank bonuses works against hunt for Brexodus jobs

Toxic legacies of crash and tracker-mortgage scandal have yet to dissipate

By Joe BrennanFri Jun 21 2019 - 15:56

Some €40m due from tax defaulters remains unpaid

Some €40m due from tax defaulters remains unpaid

Figures show €15.5m remains unpaid by in tax, penalties and interest from 2018

By Gordon DeeganThu Jun 20 2019 - 18:21

Donohoe accused of using ‘magic money’ to fund promises

Donohoe accused of using ‘magic money’ to fund promises

Minister warned ‘it’s a mistake you’ll regret’ to run roughshod over Fianna Fáil

By Marie O'HalloranThu Jun 20 2019 - 16:21

Banks too focused on paying cash bonuses, says ECB supervisor

Banks too focused on paying cash bonuses, says ECB supervisor

Government must decide for itself on easing banker pay limits, forum hears

By Joe BrennanThu Jun 20 2019 - 12:43

Brexit already dragging on Ireland as consumption below par, ESRI says

Brexit already dragging on Ireland as consumption below par, ESRI says

Personal consumption set to grow 2.5% this year despite uncertainty, institute says

By Joe BrennanThu Jun 20 2019 - 12:03

Vacant land tax and Brexit budget plans, Netflix price hike and Libra worries

Vacant land tax and Brexit budget plans, Netflix price hike and Libra worries

Business Today: the best news, analysis and comment from The Irish Times business desk

By Michael McAleerThu Jun 20 2019 - 06:30

Donohoe’s aversion to budget revision after Brexit a major risk

Donohoe’s aversion to budget revision after Brexit a major risk

Analysis: Budget 2020 requires tough call on potential economic consequences of Brexit

By Joe BrennanThu Jun 20 2019 - 05:08

ESRI urges more aggressive site tax to spur housing supply

ESRI urges more aggressive site tax to spur housing supply

Think tank also presses for closure of loopholes allowing landowners avoid tax

By Joe BrennanThu Jun 20 2019 - 05:00

Stephen Collins: Donohoe’s decisions will make or break Government

Stephen Collins: Donohoe’s decisions will make or break Government

Fine Gael’s reputation hinges on taking measures needed to get spending under control

By Stephen CollinsThu Jun 20 2019 - 05:00

Donohoe to review corporation tax sustainability

Donohoe to review corporation tax sustainability

Minister for Finance says it is too early to say if IFAC’s recent concerns are legitimate

By Marie O'HalloranWed Jun 19 2019 - 23:51

Healy-Rae denies being asked to join Government: ‘I was not asked to dance’

Healy-Rae denies being asked to join Government: ‘I was not asked to dance’

Dáil suspended as Paschal Donohoe accused of telling a ‘lie’ by Kerry TD

By Marie O'HalloranWed Jun 19 2019 - 15:12

Taoiseach accused of being ‘dismissive’ of low paid workers ahead of HSE strike

Taoiseach accused of being ‘dismissive’ of low paid workers ahead of HSE strike

Varadkar says work stoppage could be avoided by referral to Labour Court

By Marie O'HalloranWed Jun 19 2019 - 13:57

Donohoe warns of ‘significant risk’ of health spending

Donohoe warns of ‘significant risk’ of health spending

Minister’s comments seen as warning to Simon Harris

By Fiach KellyWed Jun 19 2019 - 02:52

Donohoe to deliver budget on October 8th, three weeks before Brexit date

Donohoe to deliver budget on October 8th, three weeks before Brexit date

Minister for Finance to set out two scenarios in summer economic statement next week

By Pat LeahyTue Jun 18 2019 - 20:41

Bankers to be held personally accountable for failings

Bankers to be held personally accountable for failings

Central Bank could levy fines and disqualify employees under proposed new laws

By Joe BrennanTue Jun 18 2019 - 18:05

Robert Watt refuses to attend committee to discuss broadband

Robert Watt refuses to attend committee to discuss broadband

Senior civil servant says he is before another committee to discuss broadband next week

By Jennifer BrayTue Jun 18 2019 - 13:02

Cabinet to weigh banker accountability rules as pay in focus

Cabinet to weigh banker accountability rules as pay in focus

Heads of bill delayed by almost three months as Brexit topped political agenda

By Joe BrennanTue Jun 18 2019 - 08:42

Euro zone wage growth and US Fed's interest rate decision

Euro zone wage growth and US Fed's interest rate decision

Your Business This Week: The science of wind energy and looking at how housing and commercial property might be provided in the future

By Mark HilliardSun Jun 16 2019 - 17:44

Creative Ireland initiative is not perfect but it is making a difference

Creative Ireland initiative is not perfect but it is making a difference

Children from all backgrounds could benefit from music, drama and art in every school

By Hugh LinehanSat Jun 15 2019 - 08:00

Pat Leahy: Leo Varadkar’s fate is at stake as he faces three great tests

Pat Leahy: Leo Varadkar’s fate is at stake as he faces three great tests

Taoiseach must regain initiative as he tackles Brexit, public pay, and end of Government

By Pat LeahySat Jun 15 2019 - 05:30

Budget 2020 is likely to be much tighter than anticipated due to no-deal Brexit risk

Budget 2020 is likely to be much tighter than anticipated due to no-deal Brexit risk

Paschal Donohoe may table a budget in which spending is significantly curtailed

By Fiach KellySat Jun 15 2019 - 04:33

Barristers paid €2.7m in Apple tax case

Barristers paid €2.7m in Apple tax case

Legal and other experts paid €7.1m so far

By Gordon DeeganFri Jun 14 2019 - 20:12

Financial sector to stump up cost of regulation by 2024, Central Bank says

Financial sector to stump up cost of regulation by 2024, Central Bank says

A phased increase in levies will see taxpayer funds out of the equation in five years

By Peter HamiltonFri Jun 14 2019 - 15:48

Peer-to-peer lender to add 25 staff after it surpasses €100m in lending

Peer-to-peer lender to add 25 staff after it surpasses €100m in lending

Linked Finance connects businesses requiring loans to online lending community

Fri Jun 14 2019 - 13:25

Fears of more overspending as health spending accelerates

Fears of more overspending as health spending accelerates

Figures from Department of Health cause ‘deep unease’ within Government

By Fiach KellyThu Jun 13 2019 - 11:50

Ifac ramps up criticism of Government’s spending plans

Ifac ramps up criticism of Government’s spending plans

Cantillon: Watchdog believes Government is failing to manage public purse in prudent manner

Thu Jun 13 2019 - 04:15

Credit unions to be allowed increase cost of loans

Credit unions to be allowed increase cost of loans

Minister plans to allow interest rate rise on personal loans despite Cabinet opposition

By Fiach KellyWed Jun 12 2019 - 21:33

Department of Finance spends €70k on Central Bank governor recruitment

Department of Finance spends €70k on Central Bank governor recruitment

Gabriel Makhlouf due to take up post in September

By Gordon Deegan and Joe BrennanWed Jun 12 2019 - 19:12

Slowdown ‘inevitable’ but no signs of crash coming

Slowdown ‘inevitable’ but no signs of crash coming

Fiscal council chairman Séamus Coffey sees risks not being comparable to those of 2007/2008

By Ciarán HancockWed Jun 12 2019 - 17:43

Donohoe torn between need for thrift and temptation to spend

Donohoe torn between need for thrift and temptation to spend

Government rattled by criticism of reckless spending, but shouldn’t shoot the messenger

By Pat LeahyWed Jun 12 2019 - 02:16

Property tax needs better link to local services - Donohoe

Property tax needs better link to local services - Donohoe

Changes to property tax ‘very challenging’ Minister for Finance tells Oireachtas committee

By Jack PowerTue Jun 11 2019 - 19:41

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