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<p>The latest information from the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform reveals that the three Coalition party leaders and their ministers have hired a total of 63 special advisers earning salaries between €67,659 and €101,114. File picture</p>

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Elaine Loughlin: Opposition TDs are asking how Government special advisers are appointed

As we publish the latest information on 'spads' and their salaries, TDs call for a more transparent hiring process, and ask for clarity on what qualifies them to hold senior jobs paid for by the State

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Greatest systems failure in cancer care, healthcare is in political system

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Either you sit in inquisitor’s chair, or you become the object of inquiry

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Irish Examiner's Michael Clifford named overall winner at Journalism Awards

Beaumont Hospital chief in warning over capacity

There are fresh concerns about Beaumont Hospital this morning after its chief executive reportedly told staff it is "unsafe".

Sun, 07 Sep, 2014

Study: Ireland paying 24 times more for generic drugs than UK

Ireland is paying up to 24 times more than the UK for some generic drugs, and reform is happening at a slow pace.

Mon, 04 Mar, 2013

Connacht squad boasts international promise

The Connacht squad announced today (Tuesday, August 6, 2002) for the upcoming Celtic League and Parker Pen Shield contains 24 players who have represented Ireland at underage or schools levels.

Tue, 06 Aug, 2002