Whatever the shape of the next European Parliament and whatever the final outcome of Brexit, it is vital to Irish interests that we maintain and foster good relations with as many of our friends and neighbours as possible, in particular smaller nations that, by virtue of their limited scale, tend to have similar problems to us.

The new British PM will have much to do to tackle the lousy legacy of Theresa May and David Cameron, which includes clearing up the Brexit mess, writes Andrew Hammond.

Theresa May has this morning announced that she will step down as Conservative party leader on Friday, June 7.

Brexit talks between Theresa May and the Scottish and Welsh first ministers have broken up without agreement.

Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson has called for any regulatory alignment under Brexit to be applied on a UK-wide basis.

Scottish Secretary David Mundell has urged Nicola Sturgeon to "clearly and unambiguously" rule out a second independence referendum.

Nicola Sturgeon has spoken out about the "double whammy" of judgement she faced as a young woman starting out in the male-dominated world of politics.

Footwear firm Clarks has sparked a sexism row after naming a girls' shoe range Dolly Babe and a boys' line Leader.

European Union nationals could "tip the balance" towards Scottish independence if a second referendum was held before Brexit, academics have said.

Scotland's First Minister has announced she is putting plans for a second independence referendum on hold. Here are some key questions and answers on the issue.

Latest: Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed plans for a second referendum on Scottish independence are being put on hold - but added it is still "likely" there could be another ballot before 2021.

The Scottish First Minister will be the keynote speaker at this year’s annual Dublin Chamber dinner, the latest in a long line of high profile guests, writes Pádraig Hoare of the Irish Examiner.

In 1995, the then British Prime Minister John Major spectacularly put his five-year tenure of Downing Street on the line by resigning his leadership of the Conservative Party.

Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said she is "fairly certain" there will be a second referendum on Scottish independence - but she does not think Britons will get another chance to vote on remaining in the European Union.

It goes to show that when dealing with politicians, of both genders, it makes sense to take your eye off their legs and keep it on the ball, writes Clodagh Finn.

Scottish parliament votes 69-59 in favour of seeking permission for ballot in 18 months as May declares no deal until Brexit negotiated.

Scottish voters should have the right to choose between the "significant and profound" change that Brexit will cause and independence, Nicola Sturgeon has said.

Nicola Sturgeon has said the British Prime Minister has no rational argument against a second independence referendum following discussions between the two leaders over the Brexit timetable.

Support for Scottish independence is lower than in 2014, according to a new poll conducted in the days after Nicola Sturgeon announced her intention to push for a second referendum.

Latest: The Taoiseach has rebuffed Nigel Farage's call for him to apologise to President Donald Trump for accusing him of using racist language.

Stock markets were torn between the continuing fallout of Brexit and the countdown to the probable announcement of a US rate hike tomorrow evening.

UK legislation to remove Britain from the European Union should not proceed, according to Scottish politicians.

Scotland's First Minister has ruled out holding a second referendum on independence this year.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said her proposals for protecting Scotland's place in Europe are a "serious and genuine attempt" to "unify the country around a clear plan".

UK prime minister Theresa May will “move heaven and earth” to trigger Article 50 and start its divorce talks with the EU by the end of March, but there is no disguising that London is badly prepared for the looming negotiations, Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon told a business gathering in Dublin.

Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon has said her country must be given the right to decide its own future if its culture or economy is damaged by Brexit.

Nicola Sturgeon will publish a blueprint on Scotland's Brexit options within weeks.

Nicola Sturgeon is to meet business and political leaders in Dublin as she looks to strengthen links between Scotland and Ireland in the wake of the Brexit vote.

Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Scotland’s first minister Nicola Sturgeon are today expected to discuss joining forces, in an attempt to secure the softest Brexit possible in a deal with Brussels.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has accused British Prime Minister Theresa May of having displayed "disregard for Scotland's democratic voice that was reminiscent of Margaret Thatcher".

Northern Ireland will be collateral damage in the British government’s “collision course” with the EU, Martin McGuinness claimed.

Nicola Sturgeon could call a second Scottish independence referendum in the autumn of 2017, with a vote on the future of the UK then held in May or June of 2018, the former chief executive of the Yes Scotland campaign has said.

Nicola Sturgeon will today launch a fresh bid to convince Scots to back independence, hailing the drive as the "biggest ever political listening exercise".

The UK’s vote to leave the EU reflects a global trend in which people left behind by globalisation embrace a murky blend of nostalgia and nationalism, writes British historian Owen Matthews.

Europe “walked away” from Ireland during the financial crisis the Dáil has heard. Former Fianna Fáil junior finance minister Dara Calleary yesterday questioned whether Irish citizens would choose to remain in the EU if a referendum were to be called here.

Taoiseach Enda Kenny has rejected criticism of his defence of Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon at this week’s EU summit meeting.

Enda Kenny has been branded a “trouble-making messenger boy” after making a case on behalf of Scotland during EU Brexit talks.

President Michael D Higgins yesterday met with Scotland’s first minister Nicola Sturgeon at the start of his three-day trip there.