A new €3 duty on small parcels originating from outside the European Union took effect this week, marking a significant shift in how Irish consumers pay for international online orders. According to official reports, the charge applies to individual product categories for items purchased from non-EU retailers, ending the previous “de minimis” exemption that allowed … Read more
Fergal Leamy, the former chief executive of Coillte and Glen Dimplex, is set to become the next CEO of An Post, succeeding David McRedmond. The State-owned postal company is expected to confirm the appointment on Thursday. This transition follows a period of friction between the company’s board and the Department of Communications regarding executive compensation … Read more
An Post directors have written to Communications Minister Patrick O’Donovan to express concerns over a disagreement regarding the incoming chief executive’s salary. While the board proposed a €360,000 annual rate, O’Donovan has opted for approximately €270,000, citing upcoming negotiations with over 400,000 public service employees. Why is there a dispute over the An Post CEO … Read more
The Future of Local Post Offices: Why Centralization Threatens Communities—and How We Can Fight Back By [Your Name] | Last Updated: [Dynamic Date] From Dublin’s Edmondstown to rural towns across Ireland, the closure of local An Post sorting offices is sparking outrage. But this isn’t just about lost jobs—it’s about the slow erosion of community … Read more