What the papers say: Wednesday's front pages
Kenneth Fox
Wednesday's front pages focus on a range of stories from Ireland, recording a record €106 billion in tax revenue, to €2.2 million already being spent on a Cork Event Centre.
The Irish Times reports Government tax receipts surged by almost 9 per cent to a record €106 billion last year despite the uncertainty caused by US tariffs.

The Irish Examiner reports Cork and Kerry have funds for just nine senior public dentist roles to treat children with disabilities and other vulnerable groups, despite long-standing Government vows to ensure better access.

The Echo leads with City Hall has promising “substantial progress" on the long-awaited Event Centre this year, after it emerged that €2.2m has been spent without a brick being laid.



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