In the lead-up to major public sector strikes in Ireland, Taoiseach Micheál Martin has called for a reduction in tensions between public sector unions and government representatives. Scheduled for October 14, the strikes involve more than 300,000 workers, with additional action planned for October 21. Martin has emphasized that industrial action is unwarranted considering the government's financial commitments, including €1.2 billion set aside for...
European Union member states are in discussions to enhance financial market supervision by potentially expanding the role of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA). This effort aims to improve regulatory consistency across the EU, a move supported by the European Commission. The Commission argues that a more centralized supervisory approach could streamline oversight, foster better regulatory coordination, and facilitate cross-border operations for financial...