The fate of Vernon Catering is being closely watched as it is the first major examinership to take place since the emergence of Covid-19. And the signs look positive.
Thousands of businesses have stopped paying their rent amid the Covid-19 lockdown. Many landlords are willing to talk, some are giving their tenants relief – and others have already sent solicitors' letters.
As Covid-19 restrictions continue, Stephen McCarthy, the founder of BidX1, plans to form joint ventures with traditional property agents to allow them complete sales online without having the face-to-face meetings usually required.
Irish fashion designer Zoë Jordan is somewhat ahead of the curve. She made the decision to restructure late last year and, amidst the current crisis, is appreciating some of the benefits her new business model offers.
The negligence battle over the demise of Quinn Insurance is a private battle about money and financial loss. It is also about reputation and public accountability. A new Court of Appeal judgment has added to the tussle.
The tax authority has relaxed the residency requirements for tax exiles who have been locked down as a result of Covid-19. But, as we reveal the true scale of tax exiles, do we actually need new legislation governing the controversial issue?
Maximum Media recently put several small brands on the market, prompting interest in its Irish wing, Joe.ie. It has rejected an offer from Irish Studio, while interest from UK giant LADBible has waned due to the crisis.
Leo Crawford, the chief executive of retail giant BWG, believes Covid-19 will radically change the economy and Irish retail. But through innovation, agility and the right policy choices, he is confident about Ireland’s ability to recover.
There’s a never say die quality to Decobake founder Paul Coyle’s battle to reclaim ownership of the collapsed cake supplies firm. Even as the prize slips further away from him.
Revenue blocked an audacious tax scheme used by 32 high net worth investors to make millions from contrived tax losses in the British Virgin Islands. Undeterred, the investors are seeking redemption in the High Court.
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