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<p>It had been widely expected that Senator Nikki Bradley would be selected by the party to stand in Donegal. Picture: Leah Farrell/RollingNews.ie</p>

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Fine Gael chooses general election candidates in Dublin Fingal West and Donegal

Party members this evening selected Senator Nikki Bradley and John McNulty to contest the upcoming general election in Co Donegal, and picked Grace Boland to run in Dublin Fingal West

<p>A number of TDs have been left disappointed by the constituency boundary review, which saw the addition of 14 seats and the transfer of thousands of voters to new constituencies. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA</p>

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Politicians are left surveying the lay of the new land

<p>Taoiseach Leo Varadkar is unequivocal that he will lead Fine Gael into the next election.</p>

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Varadkar 'not concerned' about his position as Fine Gael leader

Taoiseach visit to the US

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Varadkar defends FG's dramatic fall in opinion polls

SPaul Hosford: Are Fine Gael departures a damaging drip-feed or a chance for new blood?

Cost of living crisis

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Government under pressure ahead of eviction ban vote

Government may lose support of Independents in vote on eviction ban motion

Government may lose support of Independents in vote on eviction ban motion

Sinn Féin's Eoin Ó Broin has contacted all opposition groups and Independent TDs to drum up support for his Dáil motion

Thu, 16 Mar, 2023

House building

Construction industry levy and vacant homes tax expected in budget

Around €80m of the €2.7bn mica redress scheme is expected to be raised by a levy targeting the construction industry

Wed, 31 Aug, 2022

Letters to the Editor: Legislation already exists to deal with protests

Letters to the Editor: Legislation already exists to deal with protests

When I read the article — ‘Legislation to ban anti-abortion protests outside facilities to come into force’ (Irish Examiner, online, July 12) — my cynicism in relation to this current Government reached a level I hardly thought possible.

Fri, 15 Jul, 2022

Empowering Communities Programme

Coalition confident it can defeat 'cynical' Sinn Féin motion

Taoiseach brushes off the threat, saying the electorate does not want an election amid the cost-of-living crisis and war in Europe

Tue, 12 Jul, 2022

Sinn Féin urges Independents to stop supporting 'bad Government'

Sinn Féin urges Independents to stop supporting 'bad Government'

People Before Profit has indicated it is likely to table the motion if Sinn Féin does not to press ahead with it

Fri, 08 Jul, 2022

Irish government cabinet meeting

Sinn Féin considering no-confidence motion as Government loses formal majority

A decision on whether to put forward the Private Members Bill must be made by midday tomorrow and would be debated next week in the last week's sitting of the Dàil.

Thu, 07 Jul, 2022

Fine Gael expects Joe McHugh to continue Government support despite losing party whip

Fine Gael expects Joe McHugh to continue Government support despite losing party whip

Mr McHugh said the Government's Defective Concrete Block bill was punitive

Thu, 07 Jul, 2022

Fergus Finlay: Boys deprived of education as law left to languish on shelf for 17 years

Fergus Finlay: Boys deprived of education as law left to languish on shelf for 17 years

You know what needs to be done, Taoiseach. Decide to commence the act in full, and do it now

Tue, 24 May, 2022

MOLDOVA-UKRAINE-RUSSIA-CONFLICT-REFUGEES

'I’m embarrassed we have offered so little': Ireland yet to take 500 elderly and vulnerable refugees

"We haven’t got around to taking them in yet," said Fine Gael senator Regina Doherty. "What is keeping us?"

Wed, 06 Apr, 2022

Housing Minister admits Mica plan needs 'a bit more work'

Housing Minister admits Mica plan needs 'a bit more work'

Fine Gael TD Joe McHugh said his presence within the party is contingent on a successful conclusion of the issue

Wed, 01 Dec, 2021

State has failed to honour commitment to victims of sexual abuse in primary schools, says Louise O'Keeffe

State has failed to honour commitment to victims of sexual abuse in primary schools, says Louise O'Keeffe

Almost one year after Leo Varadkar apologised on behalf of the State to victims of sexual abuse in day schools, survivor and campaigner Louise O'Keeffe has said that the government has failed to take action.

Sat, 04 Jul, 2020

New government's attention turns appointment of committee chairpersons

New government's attention turns appointment of committee chairpersons

Although the fallout from cabinet and junior ministerial appointments is still ongoing, attention has now turned to the appointment of committee chairpersons.

Fri, 03 Jul, 2020

Martin ‘insulted both me and my community’ - Moynihan

Martin ‘insulted both me and my community’ - Moynihan

Fianna Fáil's Cork North-West TD Michael Moynihan has accused Taoiseach Micheál Martin of "disrespecting both him and his community" after being overlooked for a junior ministry.

Thu, 02 Jul, 2020

Daniel McConnell: 'Humble' TDs eschew ministerial office for the backbenches

Daniel McConnell: 'Humble' TDs eschew ministerial office for the backbenches

What is it about politicians these days in that they don’t want a promotion?

Wed, 01 Jul, 2020

Fianna Fáil's Jim O'Callaghan turns down junior ministry

Fianna Fáil's Jim O'Callaghan turns down junior ministry

Fianna Fáil TD Jim O'Callaghan has turned down a junior ministry.

Wed, 01 Jul, 2020

Brendan Griffin set to lose junior minister role

Brendan Griffin set to lose junior minister role

Fine Gael Kerry TD Brendan Griffin, the former junior tourism minister, has lost out on being returned to office under the new coalition.

Wed, 01 Jul, 2020

Joe McHugh turns down junior ministerial role

Joe McHugh turns down junior ministerial role

Former Education Minister Joe McHugh turned down a junior ministry in the new government.

Wed, 01 Jul, 2020

Geography will be key to coalition government's junior-minister appointments

Geography will be key to coalition government's junior-minister appointments

The new Government is set to name its junior ministers today — with geography high on the criteria.

Wed, 01 Jul, 2020

Flanagan, Madigan among high-profile casualties of cabinet appointments

Around Leinster House on Saturday, there were three groups - those who got the call, those who didn't although they hoped they might, and those who entered the day with no expectation of a call at all.

Sun, 28 Jun, 2020

All students should be back in classrooms by beginning of school year, says Minister

All students should be back in classrooms by beginning of school year, says Minister

All students should be back in the classroom five days a week when the new school year begins, the education minister has insisted.

Thu, 25 Jun, 2020

Education Minister warns of 'massive' cost to reopen schools

Education Minister warns of 'massive' cost to reopen schools

There will be a "massive" cost when it comes to reopening schools fully, the Minister for Education has warned.

Wed, 24 Jun, 2020

Written version of Leaving Cert to be held in November at earliest

Written version of Leaving Cert to be held in November at earliest

The written version of the Leaving Certificate exam will be held in November at the earliest, the Education Minister has said.

Wed, 24 Jun, 2020

Covid-19: Return to school hinges on relaxation of social distancing

Covid-19: Return to school hinges on relaxation of social distancing

The full return to school for thousands of children and young people hinges on whether or not it will be safe to relax, or remove, social distancing in classrooms, according to the official advice compiled by the Department of Education.

Sat, 13 Jun, 2020

Concern over summer schemes for children with special needs

Concern over summer schemes for children with special needs

While further details on the Government’s plans have been welcomed, concerns still remain over the viability of summer programmes for children with special educational needs.

Fri, 12 Jun, 2020

Primary school students will only return to school for one day a week if 2m distance remains

Primary school students will only return to school for one day a week if 2m distance remains

Primary school students will only return to school for one day a week if two metre social distancing guidelines remain in place.

Fri, 12 Jun, 2020

Lack of volunteers could hit summer special needs programme

Lack of volunteers could hit summer special needs programme

It is understood that the programme for 10,000 children, which seeks to include those with Down syndrome, is highly reliant on volunteers coming forward and there is a concern not enough have signalled a willingness to do so.

Fri, 12 Jun, 2020

Summer education programmes look set to expand for children with special needs

Summer education programmes look set to expand for children with special needs

Summer tuition looks set to be offered to more children this year in recognition of the impact the extended school closure has had on the families of children with special needs.

Fri, 12 Jun, 2020

McHugh indicates summer schooling on way for students who need extra support

McHugh indicates summer schooling on way for students who need extra support

Plans to provide summer tuition to thousands of students who need additional support are expected to get the green light in the coming days.

Fri, 05 Jun, 2020

Plans for summer schooling go against State’s obligations to people with disabilities, Inclusion Ireland claim

Plans for summer schooling go against State’s obligations to people with disabilities, Inclusion Ireland claim

The Department of Education intends to “maximize” students' return to classrooms at the end of August, the Minister for Education has said.

Thu, 04 Jun, 2020

Covid-19: 'Open the gates' approach to third level was dismissed over drop-out fears

Covid-19: 'Open the gates' approach to third level was dismissed over drop-out fears

An “open the gates” approach to third-level entry was considered as an alternative to this summer’s Leaving Cert.

Thu, 04 Jun, 2020

Jess Casey: Reopening Irish schools will be anything but child’s play

Jess Casey: Reopening Irish schools will be anything but child’s play

Ireland can learn from other countries, but our underfunded, overcrowded system will face challenges, writes Jess Casey

Sat, 30 May, 2020

No extra funds for Irish schools to tackle Covid-19 fallout

No extra funds for Irish schools to tackle Covid-19 fallout

School budgets are to come under significant pressure in the coming months as the Department of Education confirmed no additional funding has been approved to tackle the high cost of combatting the Covid-19 fallout.

Sat, 30 May, 2020

'Mixed messages' accusations after Varadkar says schools will reopen in August

'Mixed messages' accusations after Varadkar says schools will reopen in August

The government has been accused of sending further mixed messages after the Taoiseach said schools would reopen in August.

Fri, 29 May, 2020

DCU offers flexible accommodation to meet new Covid-19 arrangements

DCU offers flexible accommodation to meet new Covid-19 arrangements

Students at Dublin City University have been offered flexible accommodation for the upcoming academic year as it is “highly unlikely” they will be on campus for full weeks.

Fri, 29 May, 2020

Joe McHugh under pressure to clarify timeline for reopening of schools

Joe McHugh under pressure to clarify timeline for reopening of schools

Last night on RTÉ Prime Time, Minister Joe McHugh said he would not accept a 'half return' to schools in September.

Fri, 29 May, 2020

Leaving Cert calculated grades registration deadline extended until midday

Leaving Cert calculated grades registration deadline extended until midday

Almost 60,000 Leaving Cert students have registered, but the Department of Education says it is conscious of some students being unable to sign-up.

Fri, 29 May, 2020

Joe McHugh: Schools may not return in September

Joe McHugh: Schools may not return in September

Parents were thrown into further confusion yesterday after the Minister for Education said students would not be returning to school in September as normal.

Fri, 29 May, 2020

Minister for Education: September school return difficult with two metre social distancing rule

Minister for Education: September school return difficult with two metre social distancing rule

The Minister said it was his mission to ensure as many students as possible return to school in September.

Thu, 28 May, 2020

Munster Technological University gets long-awaited approval

Munster Technological University gets long-awaited approval

Munster's newest technological university will play a key role in driving the recovery of the region post-Covid, while improving access to education.

Wed, 27 May, 2020

University of Limerick students should be refunded for rent, governing authority recommends

University of Limerick students should be refunded for rent, governing authority recommends

University of Limerick (UL) students who left their accommodation on foot of the Government’s decision to close campuses should be refunded, the university’s governing authority has recommended.

Tue, 26 May, 2020

Teachers get go ahead to grade thousands of Leaving Cert Students

Teachers get go ahead to grade thousands of Leaving Cert Students

State Solicitor’s Office to act for teachers if required

Sat, 23 May, 2020

McHugh: 'Everybody is in agreement' on indemnity for teachers

McHugh: 'Everybody is in agreement' on indemnity for teachers

Union demands for clarity over the proposed indemnity scheme for teachers have been met and they are satisfied, Education Minister Joe McHugh has said.

Fri, 22 May, 2020

Teachers to begin working on Leaving Cert calculated grades as union gives the go-ahead

Teachers to begin working on Leaving Cert calculated grades as union gives the go-ahead

Thousands of teachers will now begin grading Leaving Cert students as the country’s largest second-level teaching union advises its members to begin working on the process.

Fri, 22 May, 2020

Leaving Cert plans in disarray as talks continue to resolve grading issue

Leaving Cert plans in disarray as talks continue to resolve grading issue

Plans for this year’s Leaving Cert have been thrown into disarray after the country’s largest second-level teaching union told members not to begin marking students as it believes the legal protection currently being offered to teachers is “unacceptable”.

Fri, 22 May, 2020