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Wednesday, September 02, 2026
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Discussions are underway regarding a potential reduction in alcohol excise duty, a key proposal being advocated by the Minister for Enterprise as Budget 2027 approaches. This measure aims to provide support to pubs that did not benefit from earlier VAT reductions in the hospitality sector.
In other domestic news, a dedicated mother-and-baby suite has been established at Ireland's largest women's prison, designed to accommodate a single parent and child. Meanwhile, Social Democrats leader and Teachta Dála for Cork South-West, Holly Cairns, has reimbursed €8,500 in expenses that were erroneously paid to her during her maternity leave.
Tragedy struck in West Cork with profound sadness reported following the sinking of a fishing boat and the naming of the lost fisherman. Separately, a court heard details of a driver involved in a collision with an ambulance in Cork, who reportedly swung a plank at a first responder before fleeing the scene.
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Ahead of Budget 2027, the Minister for Enterprise is advocating for a reduction in alcohol excise duty. This move is intended to provide support to pubs, many of which did not benefit from previous VAT reductions offered to hospitality businesses.
Irish Examiner:
Alcohol Tax Cut Emerges as Key Ask Ahead of Budget 2027
The Minister for Enterprise is backing a measure to reduce alcohol excise duty, a move aimed at supporting pubs that did not benefit from a previous VAT reduction for hospitality businesses.
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Holly Cairns, leader of the Social Democrats and Teachta Dála for Cork South-West, has returned €8,500 in expenses that were mistakenly paid to her by the Oireachtas during her maternity leave.
The Irish Times:
Holly Cairns Repays €8,500 in Expenses Mistakenly Paid During Maternity Leave
Politician Holly Cairns has returned €8,500 in expenses that were erroneously paid to her by the Oireachtas while she was on maternity leave.
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A deep sense of sorrow has enveloped West Cork following the sinking of a fishing boat, with the local community now mourning the loss after the fisherman was named.
Irish Examiner:
Deep Sadness in the Area: Fisherman Named After Boat Sinks
A profound sense of sadness has fallen over West Cork following the sinking of a fishing boat, with the local area now mourning the loss.
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A court has heard that a driver involved in a collision with an ambulance in Cork reportedly swung a plank at a first responder before absconding from the scene.
Irish Examiner:
Driver Involved in Cork Crash Swung Plank at First Responder
A court heard that a driver, involved in a collision with an ambulance in Cork, swung a plank at a first responder before fleeing the scene.
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