Leo Varadkar describes it as a "business-harming, job-killing tax increase"
A Laois-Offaly TD is denying his party's retirement policy will damage jobs.
Sinn Féin wants to reduce the state pension age to 65 to protect people in physically demanding jobs.
This would be funded by increases in employers' PRSI, which Tánaiste Leo Varadkar describes as a "business-harming, job-killing tax increase".
Speaking on The Midlands Today Show, Deputy Brian Stanley rejected this:
Details Announced For Next Public Sector Pay Strike
Rallies will take place nationally from midday, including one in Tullamore.
Offaly TD Slams Lack Of Answers From HSE On Midlands Hospice
Deputy Tony McCormack says the project costs for the facility in Tullamore has risen.
Two People Taken To Hospital Following Midlands Crash
The single vehicle incident occurred around 1.30am.
Acting Media Minister Promises Enforcement Of Reforms At State Broadcaster
Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath Peter Burke says he'll oversee the changes while taking temporary charge of the portfolio.
Trade Union Movement "Too Quiet For Far Too Long" - Forsa Rep
Tullamore is set to host the public sector rally next week for the Midlands region during a second strike.
Man Dies In Workplace Accident
It took place at Netwatch Cullen Park in Carlow at half past 10 this morning.
Fleadh Cheoil Needs More Recognition - Westmeath Councillor
Councillor Denis Leonard believes the origins of the Fleadh Cheoil deserve the same recognition.
Midlands Animal Rescue Charity Store Closed After Break-In
My Lovely Vintage and My Lovely Hoofs & Boots Shop in Edenderry was broken into on Tuesday.
