Hairdressing services will be subject to a 9% VAT rate come July 1st.
An Offaly TD is calling out the Government’s refusal to extend the 9 per cent VAT rate to beauty and nail salons.
From 1st July, hairdressing services will be subject to a 9% VAT rate, whereas other services will remain at 13.5%.
Deputy Carol Nolan says business owners are facing ongoing increases in their bills:
Midlands Homelessness On The Rise
340 people in Laois, Offaly, Longford, and Westmeath are being classified as homeless.
Hundreds Without Power In Westmeath
Over 860 premises in Mullingar are cut off at the moment.
Westmeath Domestic Abuse Support Service Reports Rise In Cases
Esker House in Athlone say they're dealing with a rise in cases.
Laois TD Highlights GP Gap
Brian Stanley says 74 people in the county under the Medical Card scheme have no access to GP services.
Call Made For 'Cost Of Disability Payment' in Budget 2027
Campaigners are seeking a payment of €55 per week to cover extra costs.
Offaly Coffee Shop Listed Among Top 100 In Europe
Conway and Co in Tullamore is ranked 69th on this year's list.
Man To Stand Trial Over Midlands Tasering Accusation
The Longford man is remanded on bail until October 13.
Another Report Underlines Midlands House Price Inflation
The cost of a home in the Midlands and Mid-West is up by over 7%.
Midlands Braced For Severe Thunderstorms
Met Eireann is warning of localised flooding, hail damage, and possible power outages.
Sustainable Livestock Village Programme Launched For Tullamore Show
The programme features the International Year of the Woman Farmer as a key theme.
Offaly Woman Named National Carer Of The Year
Vanessa Craven was recognised for her work.
Plans Lodged For 40 Year Solar Farm Development In Offaly
Th plans involve a planning application for a 143.4-hectare solar PV scheme.
Midlands MEP Hosts Online Safety Initiative In Brussels
"It Takes A Village" was hosted by Nina Carberry.
Oireachtas Report Highlights Planning And Infrastructure Reform Needs
A report on matters relating to transport, energy and housing delivery was released this morning.
Verdict Of Medical Misadventure Returned In Inquest Of Offaly Woman
74 year old Margaret 'Margo' Regan from Birr passed away from sepsis in the care of UHG on August 6th 2023.
Self-Harm And Suicidal Ideation Presentations in EDs Rise Nearly 50% In Four Years
In 2025, 24-hour emergency departments recorded 21,528 presentations.
US–Iran Talks Ease Tensions As Oil Prices Fall
Crude oil prices have fallen back to pre-conflict levels after the US–Iran 60 day negotiation agreement.
Childminders Ireland Ask Government To Extend Tusla Registration Deadline
From September next year, it will be mandatory for childminders to register with the agency.
Castlerea Prison Report Death Of Inmate
The Irish Prison Service is confirming the death.
Thunderstorm Warning Issued For Six Counties
The Status Yellow high temperature warning has also been extended to Saturday.
