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Employer says five-year pay freeze needed

But SIPTU says no.

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You wait forever for some good economic news…

.. and then along comes 18 good headlines (and 1,200 jobs) all at once.

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Column: Irish labour costs making us uncompetitive? Hardly.

We’re told that wages need to be cut for Ireland to compete internationally – but the figures don’t bear this out, writes Jimmy Kelly of Unite.

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Commission: Legal services are still too expensive in Ireland

Ireland’s bailout partners also want a more efficient judicial system.

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Ireland one of the top 20 most competitive holiday spots in world

We fell out of the top 20 in the World Tourism and Travel Competitiveness Index two years ago – now we’re back at no. 19.

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Kenny to talk tax with European Council

He will speak about how best to tackle tax evasion and fraud during the meeting in Brussels.

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EU puts further pressure on Google to address antitrust concerns

The EU’s Competition Commissioner told reporters in Brussels that Google’s next proposal is its “last opportunity” to address these concerns, or else further action will be taken.

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Is it too expensive to do business in Ireland?

Cost savings are temporary without reform, IBEC says.

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Column: Don’t believe the hype – the Irish economy remains a high cost one

As business costs begin to rise again, we need to remember that nobody owes us a living, writes Aaron McKenna.

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Irish competitiveness on the slide, warns council

We’re at risk of losing many of the gains made in recent years, the competitiveness watchdog has said.

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Samsung blames slow smartphone sales and increased competition for profit slump

Slow global sales of smartphones and tablets and rising marketing costs to shift stock were some of the factors Samsung cited as its net profit fell by nearly 20% in the second quarter.

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‘Van Gaal in for a surprise in the Premier League,’ says Rodgers

The Liverpool boss believes the Dutchman won’t have experienced competitiveness like the English top flight before.

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Why Ireland is a bit like Padraig Harrington when it comes to being competitive

In the run-up to Budget 2015, Dr Daragh McGreal looks at why Ireland has lost its competitive edge.

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Ireland among Europe’s elite when it comes to competitiveness

A new report by the European Commission has placed Ireland alongside Netherlands, Germany and Denmark for industrial competitiveness.

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Opinion: Are women less competitive than men?

On average, women are less confident about competing than their male counterparts. Why?

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Ireland could have fewer jobs next year unless urgent action is taken

While there have has been big growth, there is still plenty to worry about.

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Ireland’s John Lacey sent Wayne Barnes flying during this referee training...

The former Munster player got a little too competitive.

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FactCheck: Does Ireland really lead the world for skilled labour?

The Taoiseach made an interesting claim in the Dáil this week. Is it true?

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Barca great Ronaldinho - I never lacked competitiveness

He has earned a reputation as a flamboyant party boy, but the Brazilian defended his record in football.

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Ireland's growth is under 'serious and imminent threat'

Ireland’s Competitiveness Scorecard for 2017 found that strong economic performance in recent years is masking the country’s vulnerability.

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