One quarter of Irish pubs have closed since 2005
Number of pub licenses has fallen by more than 2,200 in just 20 years to 6,412, a decline of 25.6% A new report shows a rapid decline in the number of pubs in Ireland, with 2,205 premises – or one in four – closing their doors since 2005. The report, compiled by Economist and Associate Professor Emeritus at DCU, Anthony […]
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Domino’s jobs: 300 roles up for grabs across Ireland
over 300 positions opened up throughout the island Domino’s jobs are on the market again, with the pizza chain announcing 300 vacancies across Ireland ahead of its busiest stretch of the year. The company is recruiting from pizza makers to delivery drivers, with flexible evening and weekend shifts on offer and no previous experience required, […]
1 week ago
Aer Lingus posts €34m loss as 500 jobs face the axe
There will also be a reduced flight plan Aer Lingus has reported an operating loss of €34m for the first half of 2026, a sharp reversal from the €80m operating profit it recorded over the same period last year, as the Irish national carrier warns that up to 500 jobs could be cut. The airline […]
1 month ago
Experts reveal why ‘masturbation breaks’ can boost productivity at work
New research suggests almost half of workers are partial to a bit of self-stimulation on company time With motivation hard to come by in January, new research has extolled the benefits of ‘masturbation breaks’ at work which, supposedly, relieve stress and boost productivity. Sexual wellness brand Love Honey have got in certified sex educator Bobby […]
3 years ago
Half of Irish businesses expected to increase wages for employees this year
An extra bit of pocket money could be on your way… Improvements in business outlooks could mean an increase to basic wages in the coming months. The good news was shared by Bank of Ireland as part of their Economic Pulse for January report. The report takes several different factors including housing, business, and the […]
4 years ago
UK company adopts four-day work week so employees can focus on themselves
The policy has been extended across the company following a “successful trial period”. A company in the north west of England has adopted a four-day working week across the business to give its employees a “better work/life balance.” Greater Manchester-based company Belmont Packaging has adopted the new approach, along with its sister company Boxed-Up Packaging, […]
5 years ago