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Air ambulance to continue despite controversy

Ireland Air Ambulance (IAA) has vowed to continue operations despite recent revelations about its finances and the viability of its plans to launch an air ambulance in Ireland.

Charity spent 90% of income on fundraising and administration

BBC Northern Ireland has reported that the Ireland Air Ambulance charity has spent up to 90% of its income on fundraising and administration.

New legislation will affect insurance cover

As the new Charities Bill passes through the Irish Seanad insurance companies have warned charities to review their policies.

Bank problems may hit charitable giving

The demise of Anglo Irish Bank in Ireland and its take over by the Irish state may have a direct impact on charitable giving some charities fear.

Euro increase will boost funds

The Irish Department of Foreign Affairs reconciliation and anti-sectarian funds will get more 'bang for their buck' in relation to Northern Ireland due to the strength of the euro against sterling, ac

Charities' minister to address conference

The new minister responsible for charities at the Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, John Curran TD, will address the Irish Charities Tax Reform Group conference this week.

Atlantic Philanthropies well placed to face recession

Atlantic Philanthropies’ endowment, which funds many projects in Ireland, will be worth less due to the stock market meltdown but will not be as badly affected as other foundations, according Atlant

Charity tax break system ‘favours the wealthy’

A tax break that favours rich charity givers by €18 million a year should be extended to everyone, according to Cork's Labour TD Ciarán Lynch.

Irish charitable tax guide published

PricewaterhouseCoopers in Ireland has recently published its updated Charitable Giving Guide.

Revenue go after false tax reclaims

The Revenue Commissioners in Ireland have written to hundreds of charities following concerns that some charities are making false claims for tax relief on donations.

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