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<p>Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald said she believed Bessborough is an issue 'as much about now as then'. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA</p>

munster

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'

<p>These Phase 2 homes at Beara Drive, Harbour View Rd, opened are among the successfully completed phases of Cork City Council's Northwest Quarter Regeneration project. The contractual dispute relates to Phase 2C. See map below. Picture Dan Linehan</p>

munster

Cork City Council spent €6.2m to get out of 24-house deal amid 'contractual dispute'

<p>National Transport Authority figures show that 65 new routes were introduced in 2023; 45 were rolled out in 2024, and 36 were introduced in 2025. Picture: TFI</p>

politics

Rural bus rollout slows to just four new routes in first six months of this year

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

politics

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

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

munster

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

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

politics

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

Irish EU Presidency

Elaine Loughlin: United Ireland debate needs planning, not just political slogans

Elaine Loughlin says meaningful preparation requires greater public engagement with the practical realities of constitutional change across the island

Sat, 11 Jul, 2026

Sinn Féin's Lynn Boylan: 'I don’t understand how anybody could watch a hare being chased'

Sinn Féin's Lynn Boylan: 'I don’t understand how anybody could watch a hare being chased'

MP says her personal view on hare coursing is 'not hidden' and that she wants to see it banned

Thu, 09 Jul, 2026

Failing to plan for united Ireland 'a black mark on Taoiseach's legacy' – Mary Lou McDonald

Failing to plan for united Ireland 'a black mark on Taoiseach's legacy' – Mary Lou McDonald

Sinn Féin leader hits out at Micheál Martin amid Government opposition to her party's bill on preparing for Irish unity

Tue, 07 Jul, 2026

Two thirds of Irish people would vote to remain in EU - survey

Two thirds of Irish people would vote to remain in EU - survey

'More In Common' poll: Irish voters favour stronger economic ties with the EU, and now regard several European countries — including the UK — as closer allies than the US

Tue, 30 Jun, 2026

Taoiseach Micheal Martin visit to Belfast

Frustration in Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael as Martin and Harris set to back Sinn Féin abortion bill

The Dáil has debated Sinn Féin's bill which seeks to remove the three-day reflection period that a woman must wait between seeking an abortion and accessing the service

Tue, 16 Jun, 2026

Middle East conflict

Taoiseach and Tánaiste to back Sinn Féin bill removing three-day abortion waiting period

Free vote for Government TDs as legislation advances to remove mandatory delay before accessing abortion care.

Tue, 16 Jun, 2026

Taoiseach Micheal Martin visit to Belfast

Sinn Féin proposes bill to remove three-day wait for abortion

is to bring forward legislation to remove a three-day wait period for abortions in early pregnancy. At present, there is a three-day waiting period between GP consultations prior to a termination.

Sat, 13 Jun, 2026

North Belfast stabbing

Taoiseach condemns Belfast violence and says no one has right to take law into their own hands

Political leaders condemn attacks on homes and warn against efforts to exploit tensions following Belfast unrest

Wed, 10 Jun, 2026

People are holding banner signs while they are going to a demonstration against climate change

Climate change ranks behind housing, healthcare, and cost of living for voters – poll

Irish Examiner Ipsos B&A poll suggests we prioritise living costs, healthcare, and housing ahead of climate issues at elections

Mon, 01 Jun, 2026

Dublin Central by-election

Taoiseach and Sinn Féin leader clash over Cost of Disability payments

Mary Lou McDonald claimed the Government had made a “cruel decision” in October’s budget that left disabled people €1,400 'worse off'

Wed, 27 May, 2026

Dublin Central by-election

Theresa Reidy: By-election results will be troubling for Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin

Sinn Féin has been positioning itself to lead a left government after the next general election. On these results, the party will be some way off the running

Mon, 25 May, 2026

Dublin Central by-election

Paul Hosford: Mary Lou McDonald here for Sinn Féin 'on the good days and the bad'

While Dublin Central sparked questions about leadership, it is a perfect example of where the party is challenged and the answers it needs to find quickly

Sun, 24 May, 2026

Galway West by-election

As it happened: Both counts conclude as Fine Gael's Séan Kyne elected in Galway West

On the last count, Fine Gael's Sean Kyne overtakes Independent Ireland's Noel Thomas and becomes the new TD for Galway West.

Sun, 24 May, 2026

Galway West by-election

‘Pressure is for tyres’: Mary Lou McDonald rejects leadership speculation after by-election setback

Sinn Féin leader insists she faces no internal pressure despite disappointing by-election performances in Galway West and Dublin Central

Sat, 23 May, 2026

Dublin Central by-election

As it happened: ‘Emotional’ win for Soc Dems in Dublin Central and count to resume in Galway West

The eliminations have started in both Dublin Central and Galway West — follow for tallies, transfers and race updates

Sat, 23 May, 2026

As it happened: Voters go to the polls in Dublin Central and Galway West by-elections

As it happened: Voters go to the polls in Dublin Central and Galway West by-elections

Hand counting of the paper ballots will begin at 9am on Saturday

Fri, 22 May, 2026

Ireland to vote

ieExplains: Everything you need to know about the Dublin Central and Galway West by-elections

Voters in two constituencies will head to the polls this week to elect new TDs to the Dáil

Thu, 21 May, 2026

Different tactics for different parties in canvassing in Dublin Central continues

Different tactics for different parties in canvassing in Dublin Central continues

Constituents will vote this Friday

Wed, 20 May, 2026

Dáil row sees McDonald asked to retract comment during clash over rents

Dáil row sees McDonald asked to retract comment during clash over rents

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald said the Government is engaging in a 'very special kind of sleeveen politics'

Wed, 20 May, 2026

National Ambulance Service industrial action

Ambulance strike: What does it mean for patients and what happens next?

The Unions have said a 5% increase recommended under the benchmarking II process has not been delivered

Tue, 12 May, 2026

National Ambulance Service industrial action

Ambulance services ‘at breaking point’, Dáil told amid strike action

The Government has refused to resolve long-standing pay, conditions and staffing issues in , the leader of Sinn Féin has said.

Tue, 12 May, 2026

Taoiseach Micheal Martin visit to Belfast

Paul Hosford: By-elections will highlight differing fortunes of government parties

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael are not the only parties with high stakes in the next 14 days in Dublin Central and Galway West

Sat, 09 May, 2026

There was no previous falling out with Sinn Féin, says Janice Boylan

There was no previous falling out with Sinn Féin, says Janice Boylan

The candidate for Dublin Central addressed comments made in 2022

Tue, 05 May, 2026

Cork City Council gives out thousands of free poop disposal bags to combat dog fouling

Cork City Council gives out thousands of free poop disposal bags to combat dog fouling

Dog faeces can carry the eggs of toxocara canis, or dog roundworm, and humans exposed to the larvae of these eggs can suffer extreme fever and illness, and severe damage to organs

Thu, 30 Apr, 2026

Budget will not include carbon tax reforms, minister says

Budget will not include carbon tax reforms, minister says

The environment minister said it helps continue the electrification of the country and reduces Ireland’s reliance on fossil fuels

Wed, 29 Apr, 2026

IRISH US

Bacik: Incoherent, whack-a-mole Government approach to cost-of-living

The Labour leader said the Government should stop refusing to hold a mini budget, saying it has essentially unveiled similar in multiple parts

Tue, 28 Apr, 2026

Electric car purchase incentives

Government wants to 'do more' for small businesses by improving renewable energy grants

Climate minister Darragh O'Brien said he was working on improving grants for SMEs to help deal with soaring energy costs

Mon, 27 Apr, 2026

SOCIAL DEMOCRATS NATIONAL CONFERENCE

Parents alarmed as early intervention classes for autistic children quietly phased out

In Cork, seven of the early intervention classes attached to primary schools open in 2020 have since been reclassified as autism classes. Just one new class has been added, in 2023.

Mon, 27 Apr, 2026

Sinn Fein Ard Fheis 2026

Louise Burne: Sinn Féin on road to being 'a normal party' as members row in behind Mary Lou McDonald

As discussions on Saturday between journalists and Sinn Féin members moved to Mary Lou’s leadership, Sinn Féin did what Sinn Féin does best.

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026

Sinn Fein Ard Fheis 2026

Mary Lou McDonald: 'People are fed up of broken promises from the Government'

The Sinn Féin leader said her party had 'forced the first cracks' between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026

Sinn Fein Ard Fheis 2026

Mary Lou McDonald rejects claims of Sinn Féin leadership challenge at Ard Fheis

Sinn Féin leader dismisses speculation about her position, saying party debates reflect internal democracy ahead of key elections

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026

Israel-Hamas conflict

'People cannot wait': Sinn Féin calls for 'emergency budget' immediately

The Sinn Féin Ard Fheis started in Belfast on Friday evening and will continue throughout Saturday

Fri, 24 Apr, 2026

Jennifer Horgan: Complexity is the natural state of things — we should embrace it

Jennifer Horgan: Complexity is the natural state of things — we should embrace it

My column last week prompted a febrile response online. Apparently, by questioning ‘angry’ men, I’d betrayed the people who lost their lives securing my freedom

Fri, 24 Apr, 2026

Spring Economic Statement

Harris rules out mini budget but leaves door open to energy credits this winter

Government resists calls for fresh cost-of-living measures now but signals targeted supports could return later this year

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026

Kerry faces annual struggle to recruit beach lifeguards, council told

Kerry faces annual struggle to recruit beach lifeguards, council told

Recruitment challenges and reliance on seasonal workers are limiting efforts to extend lifeguard cover beyond peak summer months

Thu, 23 Apr, 2026

By-elections will be referendum on a Government left with little wriggle room

By-elections will be referendum on a Government left with little wriggle room

With public anger at the cost of living and the Government's response to the fuel protests, the timing of the by-elections in Dublin Central and Galway West could not be worse for the Coalition parties

Wed, 22 Apr, 2026

Gardaí arrest two juveniles after robberies on Dublin canal greenway

Gardaí arrest two juveniles after robberies on Dublin canal greenway

Targeted policing operation follows reports of robberies along busy commuter route, with seizures and arrests made in multiple areas

Tue, 21 Apr, 2026

Modular homes: Government drops plans to cap rental income on back-garden units

Modular homes: Government drops plans to cap rental income on back-garden units

Move comes amid a warning that the measure could lead to a proliferation of 'poor quality, very expensive' rental units

Tue, 21 Apr, 2026

IRELAND-BRITAIN-POLITICS-DIPLOMACY

S Fergus Finlay: On both sides of the Irish Sea, political leaders are in trouble

Micheál Martin stands accused by his own as being massively out of touch over the fuel protests while Keir Starmer is under fire over the Peter Mandelson debacle

Tue, 21 Apr, 2026

Online abuse of politicians is a profitable business

Online abuse of politicians is a profitable business

Senator Eileen Flynn's comments on far-right use of the tricolour have made her a lightning rod for online abuse — because viral hatred is highly profitable

Tue, 21 Apr, 2026

Education Feature

Sinn Féin calls for 'Sláintecare' on future of special education for children with additional needs

Party to bring forward motion to call for urgent and 'fundamental shift' in how the State provides for children with additional educational needs

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

Church candle

Family of man who died in 2023 urge action amid inquest delay

'Lamentable' delay in holding inquest has stalled family's grieving process, Seanad hears

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

A woman and a male instructor during driving lessons

'Operational reasons' the most common excuse for 50,000 cancelled driving tests since 2023

Sinn Féin TD Eoin Ó Broin said that, while there will always be occasions when staff cannot come to work, the RSA needed to be adequately staffed to ensure tests could go ahead

Mon, 20 Apr, 2026

Coronavirus - Mon Feb 8, 2021

Drink-driving arrests 'tiny fraction' of amount of people who admit to it, says Alcohol Action Ireland

The Department of Justice has confirmed there were 9,582 arrests across 2024 and 2025 for drink-driving, with 4,715 arrests made in 2024 and 4,867 arrests made in 2025

Sun, 19 Apr, 2026