Finance, Ireland

Changes in Irish tax rules brought in in 2007 may be having the effect of reducing the amount of money which is donated to charity by high earners, according to a study undertaken by the Community Fou

The Building Change Trust is investing £1 million in Charity Bank to benefit community and voluntary groups in Northern Ireland.

Development charity Concern Worldwide’s income in 2009 was down nearly €3 million on the previous year, according to its annual report.

A new financial management package that will help charities cope with the requirements of the Charities Act 2009 was launched by Minister Pat Carey TD in Dublin today.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.