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The main stories making the headlines across Cork

It's hoped reforms to the insurance sector, including the new guidelines for awards, will be fully implemented within the next year.

Minister of State with responsibility for Insurance Sean Fleming recently met with West Cork hoteliers about the issue, many of whom expressed their frustration with insurance premiums.

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The average rent in Cork City has increased 6.3% year-on-year to €1,483 while renters in the county are paying €1,137- an increase of 8.7% in the same time. 

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The Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe is defending the Government's housing policy.

There's growing pressure on Cabinet to tackle investment funds buying up Irish housing.

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A bill aimed at improving the rights of workers when the company they work for goes into liquidation will be debated and voted on in the Dáil today.

 

 

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