Nearly half of employers report increased worker’s pay; Value of exports rises to €105bn

Data released on Monday indicated an accelerated decline in Irish construction activity in July. According to the latest BNP Paribas Real Estate Ireland Construction PMI, firms scaled back their purchasing activity and hiring, with the headline seasonally adjusted total activity index falling to 41.8 in July from 46.4 in June. The fall was the fastest since March 2021 when Covid-19 restrictions impacted the sector.

DAA changed its advice for passengers at Dublin Airport, reducing the ...