Olli Rehn

Jens Weidmann’s hawkishness makes his candidacy controversial

Central banker who played key post-crisis role seen as favourite for top job

Sharon Donnery is in the running for head of banking supervision, but she has competitors

Slowdown in euro area weighs on economy but ECB says it may be temporary

A retiring secretary general recalls a ‘Yes Minister’-style intervention

Sinn Féin TD says that if Enda Kenny gave date, inquiry could set realistic deadline

Some members refuse to sign off on report in current format, saying it is too political

Finance ministers’ meeting likely to cover tax harmonisation issues in Ireland

With recession and 10% unemployment, the Finns face pressure to bring debt into line

Juha Sipilä’s Centre Party wins 21% of vote and is likely to head new coalition government

Juha Sipilä’s Centre Party likely to lead coalition with incumbent Stubb a minor player

Tough ex-EU commissioner will use harsh policies if elected to power

Frustration mounting about perceived leniency towards France over deficit

Former EU commissioner says it is easy to criticise handling of crisis in hindsight

Juncker due to announce new European Commission today in Brussels

Analysis: agreement on plan to repay IMF bailout loans would be virtually certain to lessen case for retroactive direct bank recapitalisation from ESM fund