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Eamon Ryan speaks after Budget 2023 was unveiled
Eamon Ryan, Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications and Minister for Transport, speaks at media at a press conference at government buildings in Dublin after Budget 2023 was unveiled.
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Roderic O'Gorman speaks to media following the unveiling of Budget 2023
Roderic O'Gorman, Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, speaks to media at government buildings in Dublin following the unveiling of Budget 2023.
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The Taoiseach speaks ahead of a final meeting to agree the details of Budget 2024
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar speaks to the media ahead of a final meeting to agree the details of Budget 2024. The final package will be unveiled on Tuesday October 10.
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Protesters in Dublin demand action on housing and cost of living
Hundreds of people have marched through Dublin city centre to call for Government action on housing, the cost of living and workers’ wages. Includes interview with University of Limerick PSU vice-president engagement, Edana Flynn. Many...
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Ministers defend government investment in roads amid ‘stark’ report
Ministers have insisted the coalition government has invested in roads following a warning issued to government about safety concerns. Minister Roderic O’Gorman insisted his party leader Eamon Ryan has provided the necessary funding as...
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US House in 'Total Chaos,' Senator Blumenthal Says
"I am frustrated beyond words," Senator Richard Blumenthal, a Connecticut Democrat, says about the possibility of a federal government shutdown. He speaks with Scarlet Fu on "Bloomberg Markets."
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Coveney says Government to stick with spending plan despite Central Bank warning
Minister for Enterprise Simon Coveney has said the Government will “stick with” its Budget spending plan despite a warning from the Central Bank that further stimulus could lead to inflation being higher for longer. His comments come...
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Ministers sound note of caution on budget plans
Public Expenditure Minister Paschal Donohoe speaks about plans for the budget. He was commenting at an event to publish an update report on delivery of the 50 largest infrastructure projects in Project Ireland 2040.
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Varadkar signals ‘significant’ cost-of-living package one week from Budget
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said the Budget will contain a “significant” cost-of-living package as he summarised what people could expect in the Budget. Speaking at a press conference in Dublin, Mr Varadkar said the Budget is not likely to be...
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Defence Secretary uses Tory conference stage to announce deployments of troops in Balkans and RAF in Poland
The Defence Secretary has announced £4 billion of contracts with British firms to develop the “most powerful attack submarines ever operated by the Royal Navy”. Speaking on the main stage of the Tory conference in Manchester, Grant...
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Shutdown Deja Vu
Michael McKee, Bloomberg International Economics and Policy Correspondent takes us through history to look at other times the government has shut down and explains this time is different.
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Leo Varadkar comments on Garda roster dispute
Leo Varadkar talks about the Garda (Irish police) Commissioner Drew Harris being accused of "blind inaction", as officers voted to withdraw services due to a dispute over rotas. The body presenting rank and file officers, the Garda...
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May Be Short Shutdown: MacGuineas
Maya MacGuineas, President of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget joins Balance of Power to discuss the budget battle in Congress and to articulate the warring positions of the Congressmembers seeking to fund the government....
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EU Commissioner Hahn on Green Transition, Bond Demand
European Commissioner for Budget and Administration Johannes Hahn discusses the EU's energy transition efforts and demand for its green bonds on "Bloomberg Markets."
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Italy Delays EU Budget Goal to Fulfill Election Vows
Italy postponed by a year pulling the deficit under the EU's ceiling of 3% of gross domestic product, according to a budget plan approved by the cabinet late Wednesday. Alessandra Migliaccio reports on Bloomberg Television.
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France Budget: Macron Tests Tolerance for Climate Spending
French President Emmanuel Macron's government will present a 2024 budget on Wednesday that tests voter appetite for pouring public money into the climate transition at the same time as withdrawing support for inflation-hit households....
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Italy Offers Banks an Opt-Out Clause on Windfall Tax
The Italian government is giving lenders an option to avoid paying a controversial windfall tax on banks if they set aside additional capital reserves. Chiara Albanese reports on Bloomberg Television.
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'We can’t let that happen again' says Keir Starmer, one year on from Liz Truss' mini-budget
Sir Keir Starmer said it is “necessary” to legislate to force ministers to consult the Office for Budget Responsibility before major tax and spending changes. The Labour leader told journalists at the London Stock Exchange: “It is...
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Taoiseach discusses plans for budget, housing and cost-of-living support with media
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar press conference as he meets ministers to discuss plans to support people with the cost of living crisis, the budget and housing.
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Taoiseach says opening new Maritime Museum in Limerick 'a pleasure and privilege'
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said he felt honoured to officially open the Foynes Flying Boat and Maritime Museum. Mr Vardakar also speaks on the RTE's potential legal battle with former presenter Ryan Tubridy and the current position of the...
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Minister for Finance discusses the rising cost of fuel
Finance Minister Michael McGrath has said the Government is considering a measure on the rising cost of fuel in the forthcoming Budget. As part of a range of cost-of-living measures last year, the Government implemented changes to fuel...
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Senator Scott on Looming Government Shutdown
Republican Senator Rick Scott of Florida gives his remarks on a potential government shutdown and what funding his state of Florida needs after Hurricane Idalia surfaced. He also discusses whether or not he will vote on a bill that...
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Cost-of-living measures are budget priority, Martin tells Fianna Fail think-in
Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin has told his party’s annual think-in there is a need to “combine urgent priorities with protecting Ireland against very real immediate and long-term threats”. Speaking at the event at the Horse & Jockey...
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Marriott Intl: Upbeat On Travel Momentum For APAC
Marriott Intl Asia Pacific (excluding China) President Rajeev Menon says he is upbeat on travel momentum for APAC and expects continued growth momentum. He speaks with Rishaad Salamat on "Bloomberg Markets: Asia".