Last week the Government announced a temporary reduction to excise duty of 20c per litre on petrol and 15c on diesel. There was also a 2c per litre reduction for marked, or green, diesel.

Concerns have been raised about the pausing of the cable car service to Dursey Island from April 1, following advice from structural consultants. John Bohane speaks with a local farmer about the implications for farmers on the island.

The Government has defended its decision not to commit to any job targets or deadlines in a major plan to attract more workers to rural towns and villages.