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<p>The cost of a fill of home heating oil has spiralled in recent months since the outbreak of the war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz through which around 25% of the world's oil supply transits. File picture</p>

politics

Government promises to reduce cost of home heating oil in Budget 2027

Taoiseach Micheál says he want to give 'alleviation to people in their homes in particular over the winter period'

<p>Taoiseach Micheal Martin has a selfie taken as he attends the National Ploughing Championships at Tullamore, Co Offaly. Picture: Clodagh Kilcoyne/PA Wire</p>

politics

Home heating oil prices could be cut after Budget, Taoiseach indicates

<p>People in rural Ireland are increasingly dissatisfied with the main political leaders and have ranked them all below five out of 10 when they were asked to score their performances.</p>

comment-analysis

Elaine Loughlin: The coalition parties have work to do to win rural Ireland back

Micheál Martin speaks to the crowd during the trophy presentation 13/9/2026

politics

Rural Ireland Thinks: Nearly half of rural Ireland wants Micheál Martin to step down in 2027

Ryanair AGM

news

'Stand back and reflect and listen': Taoiseach reacts to O’Leary’s rape comments

Donald Trump visit to Ireland

politics

Taoiseach accuses Sinn Féin of 'harking back to the 1970s' in United Ireland rhetoric

Donald Trump visit to Ireland

As it happened: Donald Trump's first day in Ireland takes in meetings, protests, and golf

Follow live updates as Donald Trump lands at Doonbeg for the Irish Open after a surprising backing for a united Ireland, while protests continue against his visit

Sat, 12 Sep, 2026

IRELAND-US-DIPLOMACY

Elaine Loughlin: Donald Trump puts united Ireland back on agenda during Irish visit

Donald Trump’s backing for a united Ireland leaves Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald and Taoiseach Micheál Martin in awkward positions

Sat, 12 Sep, 2026

Donald Trump visit to Ireland

Donald Trump backs a United Ireland, saying it will ‘happen eventually’

The US president said he has friends on both sides of the border and suggested unification would be 'a great thing'

Sat, 12 Sep, 2026

Louise Burne: No early start for the party 'who get up early in the morning' at jovial Fine Gael think-in

Louise Burne: No early start for the party 'who get up early in the morning' at jovial Fine Gael think-in

The Fine Gael faithful gathered in the Amber Springs Hotel in Gorey from 5pm on Thursday

Fri, 11 Sep, 2026

President Trump Meets With Irish Prime Minister Martin For St. Patrick's Visit

Elaine Loughlin: We don’t want you here – what Micheál Martin should tell Trump but won’t

Political editor Elaine Loughlin says the Taoiseach should raise issues including Israel's genocide in Palestine, and the chaos Trump is wreaking with everything from tariffs to the war on Iran

Fri, 11 Sep, 2026

Donald Trump visit to Ireland

Taoiseach says offshore counter-drone technology being pursued ahead of Trump visit

Micheál Martin says Ireland has strengthened its counter-drone capabilities as security preparations intensify for the US president’s visit

Wed, 09 Sep, 2026

Fianna Fail think in - Tullamore

'Towns around Ireland have a proliferation of them': Coalition to crack down on vape shops through planning laws

Mr Martin said local authorities must now look at "the multiplicity of vape shops on a given street in different towns" and this could be addressed from a "planning perspective".

Wed, 09 Sep, 2026

Fianna Fail think in - Tullamore

Tadgh McNally: No pack squabbles for 'The Wolf of Merrion Street' at Fianna Fáil think-in

Despite some rumblings in April over his leadership, TDs and senators appeared more at ease about the prospect of letting the Taoiseach set out his own timeline for departure

Wed, 09 Sep, 2026

Fianna Fail think in - Tullamore

Budget 2027: Workers to get 'a few hundred euro' from 'modest' €1.5bn tax package

Jack Chambers said Government plans to lighten the tax burden in a 'progressive and sustainable way' over multiple budgets

Mon, 07 Sep, 2026

Fianna Fail think in - Tullamore

Taoiseach says criteria for Northern Ireland border poll need to be discussed

Micheál Martin says the Good Friday Agreement’s principle of consent remains central as he prepares to meet the UK prime minister

Mon, 07 Sep, 2026

Taoiseach questions whether Iran wants peace as Trump prepares for Ireland visit

Taoiseach questions whether Iran wants peace as Trump prepares for Ireland visit

The Taoiseach said ending the conflict was vital to restoring stability to global energy markets ahead of Trump’s Ireland visit

Sat, 05 Sep, 2026

Donald Trump visit to Ireland

Donald Trump's Irish visit: Inside the Government’s preparations for his Dublin and Clare trip

Security preparations, protests and high-level meetings are being finalised ahead of the US president’s Dublin and Clare itinerary

Fri, 04 Sep, 2026

Canadian Prime Minister visit to Ireland

Micheál Martin: Corporation tax receipts 'may not be there forever'

Taoiseach notes 'concern' at an over-reliance on a single revenue stream

Fri, 04 Sep, 2026

Ivana Bacik interview

Ivana Bacik says Labour will take part in protests during Donald Trump’s Irish visit

Labour leader says activists are already planning protests, while party also proposes €100 monthly shopping supplement for families

Thu, 03 Sep, 2026

Friedrich Merz visit to Ireland

'Government’s not in a position to fund everything forever’: Taoiseach defends bus and rail fare hikes

Micheál Martin says sustainable funding is needed as planned fare increases face criticism over pressure on household finances

Thu, 03 Sep, 2026

Friedrich Merz visit to Ireland

Taoiseach bemoans short agenda at Cabinet's first in-person meeting since the summer break

But ministers said later a 'clear-out' of memos before the summer break leads to a shorter Cabinet agenda when ministers reconvene

Wed, 02 Sep, 2026

Limerick mayor John Moran: ‘I may have been ahead of the thought process of councillors’

Limerick mayor John Moran: ‘I may have been ahead of the thought process of councillors’

Limerick’s first directly elected mayor says a new approach to local government requires putting the city before political differences

Listen | Fri, 14 Aug, 2026

Friedrich Merz visit to Ireland

Budget 2027 will 'reduce cost for families', says Taoiseach

Micheál Martin said once again on Sunday that Budget 2027 will be a 'cost of living budget'

Sun, 09 Aug, 2026

Taoiseach Micheal Martin visit to Belfast

Budget 2027: Simon Harris urges caution despite €60bn tax take in first seven months this year

When the Apple tax case money is excluded from the 2025 figures, Ireland's 2026 tax receipts are up €3.4bn (6%) on last year

Fri, 07 Aug, 2026

Grace Lynch funeral

Sinn Féin urges Taoiseach to ringfence funding to purchase Bessborough

Party leader Mary Lou McDonald: 'This cannot become a game of passing responsibility, passing liability, between central Government and Cork County Council'

Wed, 29 Jul, 2026

Creeslough families to meet Micheál Martin amid calls for explosion inquiry

Creeslough families to meet Micheál Martin amid calls for explosion inquiry

The Taoiseach has previously said he is “open” to an inquiry, but warned it could jeopardise a criminal investigation.

Wed, 29 Jul, 2026

Friedrich Merz visit to Ireland

Lost without translation: 300 extra civil servants hired but Taoiseach left with failing headset

An event at Farmleigh with German chancellor Friedrich Merz descended into farce when a series of malfunctioning translation headsets left Micheál Martin struggling to follow proceedings

Wed, 29 Jul, 2026

Canadian Prime Minister visit to Ireland

Taoiseach to express solidarity with victims of Berlin Pride attack during meeting with chancellor

The meeting in Dublin comes during Ireland’s six-month presidency of the EU Council with items including the EU’s next long-term budget, competitiveness, and enlargement set to be discussed.

Tue, 28 Jul, 2026

Labour leadership

Changing faces: Maintaining Ireland's relationship with Britain's prime minister

Andy Burnham's election represents the sixth prime minister with which relations have to be forged in the last decade

Sat, 25 Jul, 2026

Taoiseach Micheal Martin visit to Ukraine

'Hopefully this will end at some point': Taoiseach sees a miracle amid the war in Ukraine

Poignant visit to Kyiv’s iconic cathedral leaves Micheál Martin in no doubt about Ukraine’s spirit of resilience or its capacity to rebuild from the ashes

Fri, 24 Jul, 2026

Government urged to put pressure on Germany over pro-Palestinian activist’s trial

Government urged to put pressure on Germany over pro-Palestinian activist’s trial

Politicians concerned about Daniel Tatlow-Devally’s treatment in jail want Micheál Martin to send observers to Ulm 5 trial

Fri, 24 Jul, 2026

Taoiseach Micheal Martin visit to Ukraine

Aughinish Alumina review finds no conclusive evidence of Russia weapons link

Taoiseach announces additional €125m in support for Ukraine as discussions focus on sanctions and the Aughinish Alumina investigation

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026

Budget 2027: €1.5bn in tax cuts, and ministers must 'prioritise' if they seek to increase spending

Budget 2027: €1.5bn in tax cuts, and ministers must 'prioritise' if they seek to increase spending

Jack Chambers tells departments 'real trade-offs and prioritisation will be required' as 'there’s less available across Government next year than there was last year'

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026

Micheál Martin visits Kyiv to discuss Ukraine, EU accession and Irish support

Micheál Martin visits Kyiv to discuss Ukraine, EU accession and Irish support

Visit to Ukraine includes meetings with political leaders, humanitarian organisations and the Irish community during Ireland's EU Presidency

Thu, 23 Jul, 2026

Spring Economic Statement

Government set to agree to €8.5bn package for Budget 2027

Tánaiste and finance minister Simon Harris and public expenditure minister Jack Chambers are due to unveil the summer economic statement on Wednesday

Wed, 22 Jul, 2026

Close up low angle view cropped shot of a man riding electro scooter at the street

Government raises e-scooter age limit to 18 but delays decision on full ban

New measures include mandatory helmets, high-visibility clothing and future licensing requirements as ministers consider a possible nationwide ban.

Mon, 20 Jul, 2026

Close up low angle view cropped shot of a man riding electro scooter at the street

Government leaders to meet over future of e-scooters

Discussions to take place as a number of retailers recently moved to delist non-compliant models from storefronts

Sun, 19 Jul, 2026

After 67 years, the search for two missing Bessborough babies goes on

After 67 years, the search for two missing Bessborough babies goes on

Mary Donovan says Government intervention offers hope, but families still need answers about missing children from Bessborough

Sat, 18 Jul, 2026

Government willing to support State purchase of Cork's Bessborough site, says Taoiseach

Government willing to support State purchase of Cork's Bessborough site, says Taoiseach

The Taoiseach said the historically significant site should be treated with respect and all future options carefully considered

Fri, 17 Jul, 2026

Close up low angle view cropped shot of a man riding electro scooter at the street

E-scooter ban: What are the current rules and what could change in Ireland?

The Government is weighing an outright ban as concerns grow over child injuries, enforcement and the effectiveness of current regulations

Thu, 16 Jul, 2026

Irish EU Presidency

'We were a great trio one time,' Micheál Martin tells Leo Varadkar and Eamon Ryan

With speculation always rife around his next steps, perhaps the Taoiseach might be considering an ambassador of Cork role

Wed, 15 Jul, 2026

Cross-party Cork politicians call on Government to acquire former Bessborough mother and baby home lands

Cross-party Cork politicians call on Government to acquire former Bessborough mother and baby home lands

Cross-party representatives want the former institution preserved as a site of national conscience following approval for a housing development

Wed, 15 Jul, 2026

Louise Burne: Bill Kenneally victims deserve more than words from the State

Louise Burne: Bill Kenneally victims deserve more than words from the State

Bill Kenneally, from a powerful family with deep Fianna Fáil roots, abused his position of power as a basketball coach

Tue, 14 Jul, 2026

DENIS SCANNELL

Taoiseach says Bessborough CPO is 'not a straightforward' option

Taoiseach and Holly Cairns clash in the Dáil over plans to develop apartments on the former Bessborough site

Tue, 14 Jul, 2026

Close up low angle view cropped shot of a man riding electro scooter at the street

Taoiseach says he is 'leaning towards' e-scooter ban amid safety concerns

Government is examining tighter regulations after concerns over public safety, criminal activity and serious injuries involving e-scooters

Tue, 14 Jul, 2026

'Societal response' required to fight epidemic of violence against women, says Taoiseach

'Societal response' required to fight epidemic of violence against women, says Taoiseach

The murder of US-born mother-of-one Jamey Carney in Killarney brings the number of women who died violently in 2026 to eight

Thu, 09 Jul, 2026

Irish Examiner view: International speeches are only one measure of leadership

Irish Examiner view: International speeches are only one measure of leadership

Ireland has earned international respect because it has often been willing to articulate uncomfortable truths. That should not be taken for granted

Thu, 09 Jul, 2026

Taoiseach to co-ordinate 'essential' Fermoy weir repair project

Taoiseach to co-ordinate 'essential' Fermoy weir repair project

Micheál Martin has warned that the project may go over a projected cost of €6m

Wed, 08 Jul, 2026

Close up low angle view cropped shot of a man riding electro scooter at the street

High amount of children's injuries prompts call from Taoiseach for 'fundamental review' of e-scooters

The Oireachtas Transport Committee heard that helmet use should be made compulsory but that children should not be on e-scooters

Wed, 08 Jul, 2026