NI economy4 days agoChildminder facing 'severe financial burden' as heating oil costs riseThe war in Iran is having a practical impact on people across the island as energy prices continue to climb. 4 days ago7 days agoWe ship our gym equipment all over the worldNorthern Ireland's economic output, which is broadly equivalent to UK GDP, rose by 2.3% in the year to June.7 days ago8 days ago'No justification for 55 job losses' at packaging company, says unionSmurfit Westrock, who also have a site in Dublin, said they have begun a consultation process to restructure its Lurgan plant in Northern Ireland8 days ago24 Sept 2026Fewer people moving to NI as figures decline sharply There were an estimated 12,100 international arrivals while 10,200 people left giving a net gain of 1,900 people.24 Sept 202623 Sept 2026'I've changed to a hybrid car' - Drivers' fears as fuel prices soarDisruption to global oil supplies is “disproportionately” affecting Northern Ireland consumers the consumer council says.23 Sept 202622 Sept 2026Pay parity policy undermining public services, research suggestsStormont's policy means it aims to match public sector pay awards in England, but this is putting pressure on the budget, a report finds.22 Sept 202617 Sept 2026Mixed feelings from consumers as electricity discount to be given to NI householdsThe one-off £63 reduction in electricity bills will be applied from next month.17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026Data centre demand drives NI manufacturing boomData centres are effectively warehouses full of computer servers which are central to the operations of Artificial Intelligence (AI).17 Sept 202616 Sept 2026'I might have to take a second job' - the impact of rising inflation Mum tells how she might have to take a second job due to increasing financial pressures and the rising cost of living.16 Sept 2026...
