Podcasts about Public expenditure

Joining Pat for this week's Friday Forum was Erin McGreehan TD, Fianna Fáil, Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Further & Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science. Spokesperson on Research and Innovation. Also Cian O'Callaghan TD, Social Democrats, Deputy party leader, Spokesperson for Finance; Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation and Kevin Doyle, Executive Editor of the Irish Independent and Group Head of News at Mediahuis.

A comparison of early stage state supports for the indigenous tech sector in Ireland and Northern Ireland' with Minister Jack Chambers The Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Services, Reform and Digitalisation, Jack Chambers today launched a new report, 'A comparison of early stage state supports for the indigenous tech sector in Ireland and Northern Ireland' which was conducted by Scale Ireland and QUBIS, and commissioned by InterTradeIreland. Supporting the Irish tech sector The report, which was conducted over the last year, provides an in-depth and comprehensive comparative analysis of the state financial supports available for supporting early stage tech start-ups in Ireland and Northern Ireland. It also contains several proposals on enhancing collaboration between Ireland and Northern Ireland and their indigenous tech ecosystems. Some of the Key Proposals To further support the development of a more integrated all-island ecosystem, the state agencies should initiate a forum with stakeholders from Ireland and Northern Ireland on an annual or twice yearly basis. A joint funding initiative for companies in Ireland and Northern Ireland under the Shared Island initiative should also be explored. A Department for the Economy-led study could consider exploring joint funding mechanisms, such as a cross-border tech seed fund that leverages incentives to stimulate investment in high-growth sectors, strengthen regional economic clusters, and support sustainable, knowledge-driven business growth across Northern Ireland and Ireland. Launch and fund an initiative to gather more specific data to assess the state and impact of both indigenous tech ecosystems and how they compare and interact. The Programme for Government in Ireland contains a commitment to commission a statistical series of comparative data. The all-island ecosystem might be a suitable subject for consideration in this regard, potentially providing the basis for this further study The CEO of Scale Ireland, Martina Fitzgerald said 'This report presents a strong vision for enhanced collaboration between the indigenous tech sectors in Ireland and Northern Ireland. It is very clear there are opportunities for further joint funding initiatives and data collection and this can be progressed by the setting up of a Stakeholder Forum bringing together key agencies and organisations'. The Chair of Scale Ireland,Brian Caulfieldsaid 'This report provides valuable, in-depth insights into early stage state supports and funding in Ireland and Northern Ireland. It highlights shared challenges and opportunities in relation to funding. It will be of great value to founders and will, hopefully, encourage increased policy coordination'. Rachael Corridan, Programme Manager, InterTradeIreland said 'The Comparison of Early-Stage State Supports for the Indigenous Tech Sector in Ireland and Northern Ireland report highlights the importance of cross-border collaboration in addressing shared challenges and unlocking growth opportunities. InterTradeIreland is proud to support this project, and the work of Scale Ireland and QUBIS through our Synergy programme'. Prof Brian McCaul, CEO, Qubis, "This report highlights how Ireland and Northern Ireland have complementary tech ecosystems with real potential to achieve more through closer collaboration. By strengthening all-island cooperation we can improve access to funding, talent and international markets and build a more competitive innovation ecosystem" Scale Ireland is the independent not-for-profit representative organisation for Irish tech start-up and scaling companies. Founded in late 2019, Scale Ireland has over 820 members of all stages, sizes and sectors in the tech start-up community. Its key mission is to make Ireland a leading location for innovation and entrepreneurship. Scale Ireland is now the largest representative organisation for the indigenous tech sector. InterTradeIreland which connects and helps businesses...

Electricity users will face price increases next year of up to €1.75 per month on bills to pay for a major upgrade to the national grid, which could cost almost €19 billion.Is this upgrade necessary, and is it right that householders will foot the bill?Joining Ciara Doherty to discuss this is Muireann Lynch, Senior Research Officer at the ESRI and Mairead Farrell, Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation…

The Government has launched the Accelerating Infrastructure Taskforce report.The plan, which will include 30 actions to aid, speeding up, and delivering critical infrastructure, is part of the Government's attempt to keep pace with the demands of economic and population growth in Ireland.Joining Ciara Doherty to discuss this is Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Jack Chambers.

Ellen Coyne, Political Correspondent for The Irish Times; Roderic O'Gorman, leader of the Green Party; and Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure

With the agency awarded an additional €2.5 billion in the budget, we first hear from John Coleman, CEO of the LDA, and then the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Jack Chambers.

A group of residents in Ranelagh have launched a legal challenge against the construction of the MetroLink in their area - further putting pressure on the project, and potentially delaying it even further. Should a legal challenge be allowed for large projects like these?Guest host Anna Daly to discuss is Hazel Chu, Green Party Spokesperson for Public Expenditure and Dublin City Councillor, Duncan Smith, Labour Party Whip and Fingal East TD, as well as listeners.

In his final interview as an Irish politician before leaving for a new role at the World Bank, Paschal Donohoe talks to Hugh and Pat about his decision to leave politics and his record as Minister for Finance and Minister for Public Expenditure, both roles he has held since 2016. The wide-ranging discussion looks at:The circumstances that have led to Donohoe's departure, including his decision to run again in the 2025 electionThe area "we have really not done well enough" in during his tenureThe pressure Donohoe faced from other ministers to increase spendingFine Gael's shrinking number of Dáil seats and the future of the partyWhy he never wanted to become taoiseach Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

jQuery(document).ready(function(){ cab.clickify(); }); Original Podcast with clickable words https://tinyurl.com/28y74qub Contact: irishlingos@gmail.com Paschal Donohoe resigns from Government, takes up new position. Paschal Donohoe éirithe as an Rialtas, post nua aige. Fine Gael Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe is to step down from his political duties in Ireland after being appointed Managing Director and Chief Information Officer at the World Bank, the second most senior position in that organisation. Tá an tAire Airgeadais Paschal Donohoe ó Fhine Gael le héirí as a chúraimí polaitíochta in Éirinn tar éis dó a bheith ceaptha ina Stiúrthóir Bainistíochta agus ina Phríomhoifigeach Eolais sa Bhanc Domhanda, an dara post is sinsearaí san eagraíocht sin. He has already resigned from his role as Minister for Finance and will step down as a Dáil member later this week. Tá sé éirithe as a chúram mar Aire Airgeadais cheana féin agus éireoidh sé as mar Theachta Dála níos deireanaí an tseachtain seo. It is understood that the Government will appoint a new Minister for Finance this evening. Tuigtear go gceapfaidh an Rialtas Aire Airgeadais nua tráthnóna. Paschal Donohoe is 51 years old and has been an MLA for Dublin Central since 2011. 51 bliain d'aois atá Paschal Donohoe agus tá sé ina Theachta Dála i mBaile Átha Cliath Láir ó 2011. He was appointed Minister of State for European Affairs in 2013 and Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the following year. Ceapadh é ina Aire Stáit um Ghnóthaí Eorpacha in 2013 agus ina Aire Iompair, Turasóireachta agus Spóirt an bhliain dar gcionn. He was appointed Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform in 2016 and Minister for Finance in 2017. Ceapadh é ina Aire Caiteachais Phoiblí agus Athchóirithe in 2016 agus ina Aire Airgeadais in 2017. As with its new position, the World Bank's primary responsibility is to provide low-interest loans to developing countries. Mar lena phost nua, is é príomhchúram an Bhainc Dhomhanda iasachtaí ar rátaí ísle úis a chur ar fáil do thíortha atá i mbéal forbartha. RTÉ News and Current Affairs Nuacht agus Cúrsaí Reatha RTÉ

Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance // Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure

On Tuesday afternoon, Finance Minister, Paschal Donohoe and Public Expenditure Minister, Jack Chambers delivered Budget 2026 which favoured ‘sustainable decisions over one-off payments' All to discuss with Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment of Ireland, Peter Burke and also Sinn Féin TD, Spokesperson for Public Expenditure, Mairead Farrell.

On Tuesday afternoon, Finance Minister, Paschal Donohoe and Public Expenditure Minister, Jack Chambers delivered Budget 2026 which favoured ‘sustainable decisions over one-off payments' All to discuss with Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment of Ireland, Peter Burke and also Sinn Féin TD, Spokesperson for Public Expenditure, Mairead Farrell.

Live coverage of Budget 2026: Featuring the full speeches from Paschal Donohoe (Minister for Finance) and Jack Chambers (Minister for Public Expenditure), plus reaction from opposition TDs, experts and stakeholders.

Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers joins The Last Word to discuss Budget 2026 and Jim Gavin's withdrawal from the presidential race. Hear the full conversation by pressing the play button on this page.

To get the reaction to Budget 2025, Drivetime speaks to Mairead Farrell, Sin Féin spokesperson on Public Expenditure

Minister Jack Chambers in on Drivetime to discuss the 2025 budget with Cormac Ó hEadhra

Jack Chambers, Deputy Leader of Fianna Fáil and director of elections for the presidential election (TD for Dublin West and Minister for Public Expenditure, explains the situation that led to Jim Gavin's withdrawal from the Presidential election.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin is among several EU leaders gathering in Denmark today for an informal European council meeting to discuss defence and drone incursions. Ministers across several departments have clashed with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. We discuss this and more with Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times and also Michael Gillespie, TUI General Secretary.

Ged Nash, Labour Party spokesperson on Finance, Public Expenditure & Reform and Timmy Dooley, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine

With two weeks to go until the budget, the Central Bank, ESRI and Fiscal Advisory Council believe that the government package will be too large. We speak to the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Jack Chambers.

eir evo has announced its successful award of the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (OGCIO) Satellite Connectivity Tender. The announcement was made at the National Ploughing Championships in Tullamore, where key stakeholders gathered to mark a major milestone in Ireland's digital infrastructure strategy. Under the seven-year contract, eir evo will deliver satellite connectivity to an initial 21 sites, with the potential to scale to 300 locations. The initiative is designed to enhance the resilience of public services in remote and island communities, particularly in response to significant climate-related disruptions such as Storm Éowyn. Deployment will begin with island locations, including Inishturk, where the OGCIO and healthcare teams are already engaged in rollout planning. The satellite network will serve as a critical backup to terrestrial telecoms, supporting emergency services, healthcare continuity and local hubs in areas where traditional infrastructure is vulnerable or unavailable. As part of the agreement, eir evo has partnered with Eutelsat to deliver satellite services to the Irish Government. The OGCIO contract ensures that eir evo is the channel for delivering Eutelsat satellite services to Government entities in Ireland. Eutelsat's European footprint and advanced satellite capabilities bring technological excellence to the partnership, positioning Ireland at the forefront of resilient digital infrastructure in Europe. Susan Brady, Managing Director of eir evo, commented: "Storm Éowyn was a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by our remote communities. At eir evo, we believe connectivity is not just about access, it's about resilience, continuity and safety. Securing the OGCIO Satellite Connectivity partnership is a proud moment for us. It reflects our commitment to building infrastructure that can withstand the challenges of climate change and support critical public services when they're needed most." Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation, Jack Chambers, welcomed the announcement, saying: "I think it is particularly appropriate that we are making this announcement here at the National Ploughing Championships, which of course is not just a celebration of rural life and culture in Ireland but also an opportunity to explore the latest innovations that are already transforming the industry and will continue to support the future of agriculture. "Initiatives such as the high-speed network and satellite services and the new data centre in Backweston will help us transform our public services by ensuring they have the modern infrastructure they need to work securely and reliably, no matter where people live or what challenges arise. "The new National Low Latency Platform is a secure, high-speed network connecting government bodies across Ireland and is now fully operational. Funded through the EU's Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), the network stretches from Westport to Waterford, and Cork to Dundalk, helping public services work faster and more reliably." Minister of State with special responsibility for Public Procurement, Digitalisation and eGovernment, Emer Higgins, also attended the launch of the new technology and said: "These projects are about building strong foundations for Ireland's future. Our emergency services do a fantastic job in circumstances that can be very challenging. I am delighted to announce the delivery of the new high speed, secure communications network which will ensure emergency teams can stay connected in the most remote areas, helping people stay safe especially during bad weather or emergencies." Cyril Dujardin, President of the Connectivity Business Unit at Eutelsat, said: "Together with our partner eir evo, we are strengthening Ireland's communications backbone with the resilience of our OneWeb constellation. This capability ensures that emergency services, healthcare providers and community hubs ...

School secretaries in Clare claim they feel “dismissed” by the Department of Education as they join their colleagues nationwide in industrial action today. It's the first day of indefinite strike action by school secretaries and caretakers amid a long-running row over access to the public sector pension scheme. As children and their teachers across the country filed through the school gates this morning after the summer break, secretaries and caretakers remained outside with placards raised. The Fórsa trade union, which represents school secretaries and caretakers, confirmed yesterday evening that after talks at the Workplace Relations Commission failed to reach a resolution, indefinite industrial action would begin this morning. The dispute centres around the access that teachers and other Department of Education employees have to public sector pensions and other entitlements; access that isn't enjoyed by secretaries and caretakers. Parents dropping their children off at Scariff Central National School this morning could see the words ‘Pension parity now' written on signs being held aloft by those engaging in the strike action. School secretary Maureen Kelly says the Department's failure to address the issue over the summer months makes those affected feel “dismissed”. Over 2,600 secretaries and caretakers are striking today which is believed to affect more than 2,000 schools. A protest is also being held at the Department of Public Expenditure building in Dublin. The Department of Education says it has “made progress in improving the terms and conditions of school secretaries” in recent years. This, it says, has included “secretaries being placed on the payroll of the department and linked to any increases in pay under public sector agreements, improved annual leave entitlements, improved maternity provisions and paid sick leave in excess of the statutory requirement”. Fórsa claims the industrial action will continue until talks with the Department of Education begin. Secretary at Killaloe Boys National School, Carol Oakley, says she'd like to retire from her job knowing she has some security for the future.

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) have found no evidence of supermarkets price gouging.So, are we supposed to accept current food prices?Joining Kieran to discuss is Ged Nash, Labour TD for Louth and Spokesperson on Finance, Public Expenditure & Reform.

Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Services, Reform and Digitalisation, discusses.

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation, Emer Higgins, joins us to unpack the National Development Plan—what it means for communities across Ireland, how progress is being tracked, and the priorities shaping the country's future.

Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Jack Chambers joins The Last Word to discuss the Government's revised National Development Plan which aims to address the country's gaps in housing, utilities infrastructure, transport and more.Catch the full conversation by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

The date a flood relief scheme in Clare is expected to be submitted for planning approval has been pushed back to next year. Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform, Kevin Boxer Moran, said in April of this year that the Shannon Flood Relief Scheme would be submitted to An Coimisiún Pleanála "at the end of 2025". In a new response to a parliamentary question from Meelick Fianna Fáíl TD Cathal Crowe however, he says it's "scheduled to be submitted for planning approval in quarter two 2026". Newmarket-on-Fergus Fianna Fáil Councillor David Griffin insists that while it's a setback, it's important to take the time to ensure the application is watertight.

The revised National Development Plan of 275.4 billion euro. For more on this Jack Chambers T.D. Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation.

The final elements of the €200 billion National Development Plan have been agreed and published earlier today, with the Government setting out how we will invest in all our infrastructure for the next 10 years.So how will the €200 billion be spent?Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Reform and Digitalisation, Fianna Fáil Deputy Leader and TD for Dublin City West, Jack Chambers, joins Kieran to discuss.

The final elements of the €200 billion National Development Plan have been agreed and published earlier today, with the government setting out how we will invest in all our infrastructure for the next 10 years.But, what exactly will the money be spent on, and was every base covered?Mairéad Farrell, Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Public Expenditure and TD for Galway West/South Mayo and David Timoney, Chief Economist at Davy, join Kieran to discuss.

With a chronic shortage of housing, a water supply which cannot meet demand, and an electricity grid creaking at the seams, there's plenty to talk about with the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Jack Chambers.

Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure, joins Rachael in the studio to discuss the potential impact of a substantial hike in US taxes on imports from the EU.

No more one-off payments as discussions between the Taoiseach, Tanaiste and Ministers for Finance and for Public Expenditure concluded that increased capital spending and the ending of one-off payments will usher in a time of restraint. We were joined by Minister of State Alan Dillon.

Joining Ivan on this week's Friday Forum was Maeve O'Connell TD, Fine Gael, Dublin Rathdown, Mairéad Farrell TD, Sinn Féin, Galway West, Spokesperson on Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation. Also Claire Scott, Political Correspondent, The Sunday Times.

Proposed changes to Rent Pressure Zones will be discussed tonight between Government Coalition party leaders, and the ministers for Housing, Finance and Public Expenditure. We hear from Sean O'Neill McPartlin, Director of Housing Policy at Progress Ireland and Ber Grogan, Executive Director of Simon Communities of Ireland.

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Minister for Public Expenditure, Jack Chambers is launching public consultation on the National Development Plan Review today. Minister Chambers spoke to Shane this morning.

Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, public service reform and digitalisation and Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin West

An independent report commissioned by the OPW says there was no value-for-money assessment before work began on Leinster House's infamous €336k bicycle shed.According to the report by Deloitte, the OPW did not tell the Oireachtas what the shelter would cost.Joining Kieran to discuss is Newstalk's Political Correspondent, Seán Defoe and Mairéad Farrell, Sinn Féin TD for Galway West/South Mayo, Chair of Oireachtas Finance Committee and Spokesperson for Public Expenditure.

Kevin ‘Boxer' Moran, Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure with responsibility for the OPW, reacts to the damage caused to OPW assets at a site near Castletown House, Co Kildare.

Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform, discusses the potential EU trade agreement with the US.

Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Harris, will inform the Cabinet today that he plans to fast-track legislation to ratify the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA). This comes at a time when global trade uncertainty intensifies due to the US's new tariff policies.Joining Kieran to discuss this and more is Minister for Public Expenditure, Paschal Donohoe.

Minister for Public Expenditure and Infrastructure, Jack Chambers has said that there is ‘too much tolerance” of housing objections based on the “character” of an area. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Gavin Lawlor, President of Irish Planning Institute.

With volatile markets and recession forecasts resulting from Donald Trump's new tariffs, how will Ireland navigate through the tumult? This Week speaks to Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform.

Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers has this afternoon announced a review of the National Development Plan. There are plans to refocus the strategy on delivering much needed housing, to boost energy and water supplies, and develop transport links.

A long-awaited flood relief scheme in East Clare will be completed in the coming months. Responding to a parliamentary question for Bodyke Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney, the Department of Public Expenditure has confirmed the construction of the Springfield Flood Relief Scheme in Clonlara is nearing completion. The update also states the scheme will be informed by a groundwater report due to be finished by the end of June. Deputy Cooney says while the news is welcome, it should've come years ago. To discuss this further, Peter O'Connell was joined by Cllr Michael Begley. Photo © Pat Flynn

Globally, countries are grappling with the implications of Donald Trump's tariffs, and how to retaliate. We get reaction from Minister for Public Expenditure, Jack Chambers, Niall Stanage (White House columnist with The Hill), Kilkenny dairy farmer Eamon Mooney, Tadgh Buckley (IFA's Chief Economist) and Carole Coleman talks to locals in Sligo...

Most of Europe hoped this day would never come. But US President Donald Trump is set to announce a range of tariffs at nine o'clock Irish time tonight. We ask how Ireland is prepared with Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Jack Chambers.

Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure, discusses the latest challenges facing Ireland's economy and reacts to calls for better scrutiny over how public money is spent.

The Department of Public Expenditure is currently welcoming tenders from service providers for a four year shredding contract. The seven million euro project will entail the destruction of everything from paper documents to USB flash drives. As we now live in the world of GDPR, shredding is experiencing a boom, but where did it all begin?Newstalk's Simon Tierney, who has been investigating, joins Seán to discuss.