AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAll-Ireland Hurling: Limerick and Galway gear up for Sunday’s Senior Hurling Final, with Limerick staging a free Big Screen watch party at Pery Square for fans who can’t make it to Croke Park. Pregnancy Leave Law: Minister Peter Burke defended the new five-days’ paid leave for early pregnancy loss, saying the law won’t distinguish between miscarriage and pregnancy termination to keep decisions between a woman and her doctor. Rural Services: Calls are growing for a long-term plan for rural post offices as legislation offers up to €15m a year until 2030, but critics warn of a “cliff edge” after that. Consumer Credit: New buy-now-pay-later rules start today in the UK, requiring affordability checks, clearer repayment info, and stronger support and complaints routes. Tech & Jobs: Ryanair says it plans to base three additional aircraft at Dublin, aiming for up to two million extra passengers if proposed airport charge cuts go ahead. Local Life: Cork County Council’s Healthcare Hoolies returns for a sixth year, bringing live music to older people in hospitals, care settings and libraries across the county. Business & Tax: Irish filings show PTC’s local unit paid just $151,000 tax despite profits soaring to $240m. EU Payments: The ECB has selected 36 payment service providers for the digital euro pilot, due to begin in the second half of 2027.
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