Department of Economics News
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Professor Barra Roantree writes about the proposed cuts to the inheritance tax in The Irish TimesShould inheritance tax be cut in the budget? Professor Barra Roantree argues that at a time when public services are stretched, infrastructure is creaking and the average incomes are stagnating, proposals to cut this tax represents a strange set of priorities.
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Professor Barra Roantree discusses what we might expect in the government Summer Economic StatementProfessor Barra Roantree joined Morning Ireland on RTE Radio 1 this morning to discuss what we might expect to see in the government's Summer Economic Statement later today.
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Research finds Dublin 2nd most expensive European city to build apartmentsDublin is the second most expensive place to build apartments, after Zurich, according to a new construction cost report published today by Professor Ronan Lyons and the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland.
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Democracy At A Crossroads: Public Autumn Series 2024Are societies on the verge of breaking apart due to growing inequality? Will populist leaders exploit these divisions, or can we work towards a more equitable society? Join Dr. Marvin Suisse on Thursday, October 3, as he explores how global economic inequality impacts elections and shapes our socio-political landscape. Tickets available now.