News roundup: the top stories at lunchtime

EU's Rehn says Ireland has very good chance of successful bailout exit, Irish construction sector grows for first time in six years and UPC upgrade to double broadband speed.

The top stories at lunchtime on Monday, October 14th

**The top local and international news at lunchtime:**

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**Rehn** says Ireland has a very good chance of successful bailout exit.

**Noonan** to meet EU, ECB next week to discuss bailout exit.

**Irish** 10-year bond yield hits lowest level since May.

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**UPC upgrade** to double speed for home broadband customers.

**NAMA's** head of asset management John Mulchay to retire.

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**Irish** construction sector grows for first time in six years.

**Planning** applications ...