Person: Niamh Breathnach

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<p>Niamh Bhreathnach was one of the most fearless, principled and determined leaders that Irish politics has produced. Picture:RollingNews.ie</p>

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Niamh Breathnach changed lives for the better, and her impact will last for generations

She will be remembered as one of the most consequential education ministers we’ve ever had

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I was bullied by two male TDs, says former Minister

Teaching of history under attack yet again

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Students to stage Dáil rally over fees plan

Education is our silver bullet — not a target for cuts

Education system should be based on merit

Perennial debate reappears — this time more seriously

THE debate about third-level fees is one which ignites almost annually at this time of year — but the Government is giving the idea more serious thought than usual this time around.

Tue, 12 Aug, 2008

Well-off families 'should pay towards education'

The Government should re-introduce third level fees to help create a world-class education system, former EU Commissioner Peter Sutherland said today.

Sat, 02 Aug, 2008

War dead now in the company of a saint

THE Dublin City and County Book of Honour of the Great War 1914-1918 was part of the homily at 11am Mass in the Pro Cathedral, Dublin, on Sunday, November 14.

Wed, 24 Nov, 2004

Schooling struggles need smart solutions

There is an escalating problem with secondary school admission, which has been highlighted in Limerick schools, writes Education Correspondent Niall Murray.

Mon, 13 Sep, 2004

Labour confident of increasing Dáil numbers

The Labour Party has expressed confidence that it can increase its showing in the Dáil in this Friday’s election.

Wed, 15 May, 2002

Labour brings campaign to Dun Laoghaire

Labour is campaigning in Dun Laoghaire and South Dublin today.

Mon, 29 Apr, 2002