A body representing almost 2,000 retailers in Ireland has named five politicians it claims are the best advocates for the sector as it goes through major transition.

Education Minister Jan O’Sullivan has today warned against Sinn Féin's proposal to abolish the Special Criminal Court, saying it has been a "vital factor" in jailing criminals.

The country's largest second-level teachers union has voted to reject the latest junior cycle proposals.

The Cabinet is expected to support legislation that will require schools to publish their admission policies.