Ireland

Donegal County Council v Quinn - Supreme Court Costs Ruling

The Supreme Court of Ireland has issued a costs ruling in the case of Donegal County Council v Quinn. This ruling follows a previous judgment clarifying the process for issuing summonses in planning enforcement cases, specifically that a firm of solicitors may apply to issue a summons on behalf of an authorized prosecutor.

ACE Autobody v Motorpark Ltd - Contract Formation Dispute

The Supreme Court of Ireland heard an appeal concerning contract formation, part performance, and equitable estoppel in a commercial lease dispute between ACE Autobody Limited and Motorpark Limited. The case reviews decisions from the High Court and Court of Appeal regarding a 10-year lease agreement for a vehicle repair facility.

Supreme Court of Ireland: Crowley v Sheehan - Landlord and Tenant Ground Rents

The Supreme Court of Ireland issued a ruling on the costs of an appeal concerning the interpretation of the Landlord and Tenant (Ground Rents) Acts. The case involved a sub-lessee's right to purchase the fee simple, with the court addressing a significant shift in arguments presented by the parties during the appeal process.

Supreme Court of Ireland: E v International Protection Appeals Tribunal

The Supreme Court of Ireland heard appeals concerning decisions on international protection applications. The court is considering whether to remit the proceedings to the Court of Appeal or hear the appeals directly. The cases involve challenges to decisions made by the International Protection Appeals Tribunal and the Minister for Justice regarding inadmissibility and return orders.

BD & Ors v International Protection Appeals Tribunal - Costs Ruling

The Supreme Court of Ireland issued a ruling on costs in the case of BD & Ors v International Protection Appeals Tribunal. The court determined that the respondents were entitled to costs only up to the date of an open offer made by the State parties, reversing a previous Court of Appeal decision.

Central Bank of Ireland Discussion Paper on Tokenisation and DLT

The Central Bank of Ireland has launched a discussion paper to examine the potential role of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) and tokenisation in the financial system. Stakeholders are invited to provide insights on opportunities, challenges, and risks associated with these innovations.

Central Bank Welcomes OECD Consumer Finance Risk Monitor Report

The Central Bank of Ireland welcomed the publication of the OECD's Consumer Finance Risk Monitor 2026 report. The report highlights financial scams as the top threat to consumers globally, a concern echoed by the Central Bank's own outlook.

Central Bank of Ireland Publishes First Access to Cash Report

The Central Bank of Ireland has published its first quarterly Access to Cash report, detailing ATM and cash service point availability as of December 2025. The report, mandated by the Finance (Provision of Access to Cash Infrastructure) Act 2025, monitors compliance with criteria set by the Minister for Finance.

Central Bank Publishes 2026 Outlook on Financial Risks

The Central Bank of Ireland has published its 2026 Regulatory & Supervisory Outlook, detailing its assessment of financial sector risks and planned supervisory actions. The outlook highlights increased operational, cyber, and AI risks, while noting abated inflation and interest rate risks.

Central Bank Independence Speech by Governor Makhlouf

Governor Gabriel Makhlouf of the Central Bank of Ireland delivered a speech on February 18, 2026, emphasizing the importance of central bank independence for price stability and economic prosperity. He highlighted that independence acts as an anchor for stability, enabling policy decisions based on economic cycles rather than political pressures.