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Daniel McConnell

Where to now for Renua?

While we desperately need more diversity in Irish politics, Eddie Hobbs’ decision to leave Renua may mean that the party is over, writes Political Editor Daniel McConnell

Sat, 18 Jun, 2016

John McGuinness should be cheered, not chided

The former Oireachtas committee chairman had the courage to face down pressure from a most powerful individual and give a forum to whistleblower Sgt Maurice McCabe, writes Political Editor Daniel McConnell

Sat, 04 Jun, 2016

Not everyone is going on holiday, minister

When is an emergency not an emergency? asks Daniel McConnell

Fri, 03 Jun, 2016

Nóirín O’Sullivan on the rack as Josephine Feehily turns screw

Political Editor Daniel McConnell reports on the ever-deepening trouble in which the Garda Commissioner finds herself over the revelations related to Garda Maurice McCabe

Sun, 29 May, 2016

Policing body stamps its authority

The new Policing Authority has announced its arrival and wasted little time in heaping more pressure on a beleaguered Garda Commissioner Nóirín O’Sullivan.

Fri, 27 May, 2016

The day crime beat the forces of law and order

He said he can do nothing.

Wed, 25 May, 2016

INTERVIEW: New Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl no coward in keeping Dáil in line

Seán Ó Fearghaíl tells Political Editor Daniel McConnell about his plans for the role of Ceann Comhairle, and how he is considering sanctions to help keep TDs in line in what threatens to be a chaotic Dáil.

Mon, 23 May, 2016

‘Combative Jack Russell’ Brendan Howlin on salvation mission as new Labour leader

At the third attempt, Brendan Howlin has become the Labour leader.

Sat, 21 May, 2016

O'Higgins report: Refusal to clarify issues is fuelling controversy

So the Taoiseach Enda Kenny has full confidence in the Garda Commissioner Nóirín O’Sullivan, writes Daniel McConnell

Thu, 19 May, 2016

Past week's events show Fine Gael have learnt nothing from the general election

Two issues — water charges and the O’Higgins report — have illustrated again why Enda Kenny was his party’s greatest impediment to electoral success, writes Daniel McConnell, Political Editor.

Sat, 14 May, 2016