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<p>When the history of Ireland is written, and the scroll of Ireland’s peacemakers is settled, Martin Mansergh will be high on any list. Picture: Denis Minihane</p>

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Fergus Finlay: Martin Mansergh was top of the list of peacemakers in the North

Throughout that period of government, the thing that bound Martin and I close together was the peace process, writes Fergus Finlay

<p>Taoiseach Micheál Martin. As we hit yet another record number of people without a home to call their own, it seems everyone is to blame but the Government. Picture: Leah Farrell/Rolling News</p>

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Mick Clifford: Housing crisis won't be solved by wrongly shifting blame onto local councils

<p>Taoiseach Micheál Martin criticised Sinn Féin who he said blew 'hot and cold on the border poll' in the last decade. Picture: Noel Sweeney/PA</p>

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Taoiseach says there will be no border poll before 2030

Heather Humphreys visits English Market and Ballincollig as presidential campaign rolls into Cork

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Heather Humphreys visits English Market and Ballincollig as presidential campaign rolls into Cork

Jim Gavin and Heather Humphreys crisscross Kerry as voters lament limited presidential choice

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Jim Gavin and Heather Humphreys crisscross Kerry as voters lament limited presidential choice

'A true Irish republican': Martin Mansergh, former Fianna Fáil TD and advisor, dies aged 78

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'A true Irish republican': Martin Mansergh, former Fianna Fáil TD and advisor, dies aged 78

Irish presidential election

Louise Burne: Jim Gavin must develop sharp elbows to liven up candidacy

During a press conference with the media, frustrated journalists asked the same questions repeatedly as he rolled out prepared answers. It did not matter if the answer fit the question

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025

Fianna Fail think-in

Cork mother vows to 'up her game' if Taoiseach fails to act on daughter’s surgery

Cork mother Antoinette Burke says her daughter Katie’s 15-year wait for surgery shows families are being failed by the health system

Tue, 16 Sep, 2025

Taoiseach vows 'robust engagement' with local authorities on zoning land for housing

Taoiseach vows 'robust engagement' with local authorities on zoning land for housing

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said the Coalition could opt to directly zone more land, citing powers within existing laws.

Tue, 16 Sep, 2025

Taoiseach in the hot seat over disability services at Fianna Fáil's think-in

Taoiseach in the hot seat over disability services at Fianna Fáil's think-in

Micheál Martin had cameras pointing at him as he was grilled on one of the issues that the Government just cannot seem to solve

Mon, 15 Sep, 2025

Taoiseach leads tributes to Cork county councillor Patrick Gerard Murphy after sudden death

Taoiseach leads tributes to Cork county councillor Patrick Gerard Murphy after sudden death

Fianna Fáil councillor Patrick Gerard Murphy had served on the local authority since 2008, after he was co-opted to fill a seat in the Bantry Electoral Area vacated by Councillor Donal Buckley.

Sat, 13 Sep, 2025

Medium Term Expenditure Framework

Divisions emerge in Coalition as ministers 'will have to sing for their supper' in future budgets

Senior source said Jack Chambers has advised ministers they will have to 'justify and make a business case' for their budgets

Thu, 11 Sep, 2025

Fianna Fáil TDs play down spat with Fine Gael minister over new 'Netflix levy'

Fianna Fáil TDs play down spat with Fine Gael minister over new 'Netflix levy'

One Fine Gael source described the vote in favour of the streaming levy as 'Fianna Fáil getting into bed with Sinn Féin to increase the price of streaming services'

Wed, 10 Sep, 2025

Fianna Fail president

Billy Kelleher's strong support can't be counted as votes against Micheál Martin

Cork MEP had a strong showing in his bid for the Fianna Fáil presidential election nod. But, as the Taoiseach said, the referendum on Martin's leadership was the last general election

Tue, 09 Sep, 2025

Fianna Fail president

Presidential race: How Jim Gavin won the right to run for Fianna Fáil

Jim Gavin has been involved in deep behind-the-scenes conversations with the parliamentary party — and deputy leader Jack Chambers took a lead in drumming up support

Tue, 09 Sep, 2025

Fianna Fail president

Jim Gavin wins vote to become Fianna Fáil nominee for president

The former Dublin GAA boss won 41 votes, compared to the 29 won by MEP Billy Keleher

Tue, 09 Sep, 2025

Who is Jim Gavin? From Dublin GAA supremo to presidential election candidate

Who is Jim Gavin? From Dublin GAA supremo to presidential election candidate

TDs and senators at the heart of Fianna Fáil say the multiple All-Ireland winning former Dublin senior football manager 'ticks all the boxes'

Tue, 09 Sep, 2025

Eamon De Valera 50th anniversary

Paul Hosford: Still waiting for forgiveness, Bertie Ahern bows out of the race for the Áras

No TV or radio interviews, no newspaper spreads — in the end, Bertie bowed out of the presidential election re-litigating the Mahon Tribunal at Glasnevin Cemetery

Sat, 06 Sep, 2025

No Repro FeeTaoiseach Bertie Ahern wishes former Taoiseach Albert Reynolds a happy birthday at the launch of the fourth edition

Mick Clifford: Micheál Martin sidelined Bertie Ahern just as Bertie ditched Albert Reynolds

Fianna Fáil’s decision to sideline Bertie Ahern for an outside candidate reflects Micheál Martin’s mastery of his mentor’s tactics

Fri, 05 Sep, 2025

Eamon De Valera 50th anniversary

Bertie Ahern rules out presidential bid as Fianna Fáil leadership backs Jim Gavin

Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern has confirmed he will not seek the presidency, citing Fianna Fáil’s backing of rival Jim Gavin

Thu, 04 Sep, 2025

Jim Gavin inches closer to Fianna Fáil presidential nod with backing from six more TDs

Jim Gavin inches closer to Fianna Fáil presidential nod with backing from six more TDs

Former Dublin GAA manager now has 31 public backers, compared to the five secured by Ireland South MEP Billy Kelleher

Wed, 03 Sep, 2025

US import tariffs

'I want a competition, not a coronation': Anger within Fianna Fáil over election process

Cork MEP Billy Kelleher has received sufficient nominations to get on the internal ballot, despite receiving less public endorsements than former Dublin GAA manager Jim Gavin

Tue, 02 Sep, 2025

Jim Gavin secures senior ministers' backing ahead of FF vote on presidential nomination

Jim Gavin secures senior ministers' backing ahead of FF vote on presidential nomination

Mr Gavin has more than 20 public endorsements, including all eight senior Fianna Fáil cabinet ministers

Tue, 02 Sep, 2025

Eamon De Valera 50th anniversary

Fianna Fáil vote on presidential candidate feels about as party political as it gets

There are some TDs, senators and MEPs who feel that the vote on their presidential nominee will also be on the identity of the party

Mon, 01 Sep, 2025

European and local elections

Taoiseach's backing of Jim Gavin 'not at all' politically embarrassing, says Billy Kelleher

Mr Kelleher said he intends to 'travel the country' over the next couple of days to speak to elected representatives of his party

Mon, 01 Sep, 2025

Brother Kevin Crowley funeral

Presidential election: Fianna Fáil's Jim O’Callaghan endorses Jim Gavin

Mr O’Callaghan’s decision to back Mr Gavin means all of Fianna Fáil’s senior Cabinet ministers have come out for the former Dublin GAA manager

Mon, 01 Sep, 2025

Billy Kelleher faces battle for Fianna Fáil nomination

Billy Kelleher faces battle for Fianna Fáil nomination

Some party sources feel the momentum is in favour of Jim Gavin — but others say those who wish to vote against Micheál Martin's pick may be slower to make their intentions known

Sun, 31 Aug, 2025

Jim Gavin 30/7/2025

Jim Gavin endorsed by two Fianna Fáil ministers in presidential nomination bid

His endorsement by two ministers and a number of TDs seen as close to Micheál Martin effectively confirms that he will ask the parliamentary party for its approval

Fri, 29 Aug, 2025

CC LEINSTER HOUSE

TD urges Fianna Fáil to hold open contest to decide presidential nominee

A number of possible Fianna Fáil candidates have been floated in recent days

Sun, 24 Aug, 2025

Fianna Fáil MEPs to meet Ursula von der Leyen to outline views on Gaza

Fianna Fáil MEPs to meet Ursula von der Leyen to outline views on Gaza

The EU Commission president survived a far-right-led motion of censure in the European Parliament on Thursday morning

Thu, 10 Jul, 2025

US Ambassador to Ireland hosts 4th July celebrations

Elaine Loughlin: College fees could be the snag that will unravel an already fractious Coalition

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael had long been eyeing each other with growing distrust, long before Simon Harris and James Lawless blew up the discord over student fees

Sun, 06 Jul, 2025

Taoiseach and Japanese prime minister pledge to deepen economic and trade links

Taoiseach and Japanese prime minister pledge to deepen economic and trade links

Shigeru Ishiba welcomed that Japan was the first Asian country Micheál Martin had opted to visit since his re-election as Taoiseach

Wed, 02 Jul, 2025

'He’s not the minister anymore': Fianna Fáil bristles over Harris student fee push

'He’s not the minister anymore': Fianna Fáil bristles over Harris student fee push

Coalition tensions escalate as Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael diverge on plans for student fees in upcoming budget

Fri, 27 Jun, 2025

Von der Leyen dice que la respuesta de Israel a Hamás "mostrará que es una democracia"

S Billy Kelleher: Ursula von der Leyen does not speak for the EU on Israel and Iran

This is not the first time the European Commission president has exceeded her powers in relation to foreign policy — when it comes to Israel, she just can't help herself

Tue, 17 Jun, 2025

Ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements

Elaine Loughlin: Presidential poker — who’s bluffing, who’s stalling, and who’s really in the race?

With no clear frontrunner and all parties hesitating, the presidential race risks becoming a political last-minute scramble

Sun, 08 Jun, 2025

Paul Hosford: Is Jim O’Callaghan quietly winning the Fianna Fáil succession race?

Paul Hosford: Is Jim O’Callaghan quietly winning the Fianna Fáil succession race?

Once overlooked, Jim O’Callaghan has re-emerged as a key political figure — and a serious contender for Fianna Fáil leadership

Sat, 31 May, 2025

CC LEINSTER HOUSE

Fianna Fáil TD apologises for inaccurate Dáil claim about British army actions in Ireland

Cathal Crowe says he misspoke during a debate on Gaza, formally correcting Dáil record after strong criticism

Thu, 29 May, 2025

Plans to commemorate William the Conqueror 'a step too far', says Sinn Féin TD

Plans to commemorate William the Conqueror 'a step too far', says Sinn Féin TD

The year-long commemoration in 2027 aims to celebrate 'a shared history that has shaped the island of Ireland and Europe'

Tue, 20 May, 2025

Tenancy Agreement

Tenant-in-situ scheme concerns 'bubbling along for several weeks'

The tenant-in-situ scheme had seen local authorities authorised to step in and buy a rental property if the landlord was selling up, allowing the tenants to continue renting

Thu, 08 May, 2025

Irish stalking bill amendments

Browne's reputation 'seriously wounded' after housing tsar candidate withdraws

A Fine Gael minister added the process of naming Mr McDonagh had 'pissed off' a lot of people in Fine Gael, while a senior party source said the 'entire episode has been a disaster'

Thu, 01 May, 2025

Stardust nightclub fire

Taoiseach admits 'Dáil isn't working' over speaking rights row

Micheál Martin: 'I kept speaking, but there were attempts to drown me down in a very co-ordinated way'

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

New Taoiseach appointed

Further Dáil disruption expected over questioning slots for Independent TDs

It is expected that Sinn Féin will formally confirm the no confidence motion on Friday, after Ms Murphy refused to step down as Ceann Comhairle on Wednesday

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

€4.5m of 'evaporated' funds used in disability transport initiatives, department claims

€4.5m of 'evaporated' funds used in disability transport initiatives, department claims

Fianna Fáil TD for Cork North-Central Pádraig O'Sullivan told the Dáil that the money had not been spent and that those chosen to receive the funds had not yet received the money

Sun, 23 Mar, 2025

New housing development

Fianna Fáil TDs want councils to override public consultation to speed up building

Meeting which minister James Browne attended hears calls to override public consultation on county development plans

Sun, 16 Mar, 2025

Mick Clifford: If housing is a priority, why are 5,000 homes stuck in limbo?

Mick Clifford: If housing is a priority, why are 5,000 homes stuck in limbo?

Despite government promises of a 'step change,' funding delays and bureaucracy are worsening Ireland’s housing crisis instead of solving it

Tue, 11 Mar, 2025

General Election Ireland 2024

Mick Clifford: Foul play in the Dáil? Micheál Martin’s Irish dribble leaves everyone confused

A linguistic slip — or strategic play? Taoiseach’s Dáil exchange sparks debate over language, politics, and truth

Sun, 23 Feb, 2025

A quarter of FF voters polled would have voted differently if they knew real housing data pre-election

A quarter of FF voters polled would have voted differently if they knew real housing data pre-election

The public did not learn until after the election that the number of homes built last year was 32,525, significantly fewer than the 40,000 figure that had been touted by the government

Sun, 23 Feb, 2025

Arts Council to be reviewed

Paschal Donohoe refuses to back boom-era tax relief

A new Strategic Housing Activation Office is also due to be established, which will be responsible for unblocking infrastructure delays

Tue, 18 Feb, 2025

Elaine Loughlin: Seanad is padded out with has-beens, wannabes, and losers

Elaine Loughlin: Seanad is padded out with has-beens, wannabes, and losers

Taoiseach's nominees to the upper house include failed election candidates, prospective TDs, and others using the upper house of the Oireachtas as a step-down facility

Wed, 12 Feb, 2025

Fianna Fáil senator Mark Daly expected to become next Seanad Cathaoirleach

Fianna Fáil senator Mark Daly expected to become next Seanad Cathaoirleach

The Kerry Senator received eight total votes in the first round, while Mr Wilson received seven while Ms Fitzpatrick received four

Tue, 11 Feb, 2025