politics

Fianna Fail think-in
Sinn Féin calls for €100k bike shed tender for National Maternity Hospital to be scrapped  
OPW minister Kevin Boxer Moran criticised Sinn Féin, saying the party had not read the tender right 

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025

Cork TD Ken O’Flynn distances himself from attempt to halt Bob Vylan gig
Cork TD Ken O’Flynn distances himself from attempt to halt Bob Vylan gig
Bob Vylan are due to perform in Vicar Street in Dublin on November 26

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025

Irish presidential election
Presidential debate: Sparks, slips and safe blows as candidates size each other up
The first presidential debate felt more like sparring than a showdown, with Jim Gavin steady, Catherine Connolly sharp, and Heather Humphreys muted

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025

Five takeaways from the presidential debate: Candidates clash over Gaza, housing and experience
Five takeaways from the presidential debate: Candidates clash over Gaza, housing and experience
From fiery exchanges on Gaza and Ukraine to questions over housing and political experience, here are five key debate takeaways

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025

Darragh O'Brien to bring plans to lift Dublin Airport passenger cap to Cabinet
Darragh O'Brien to bring plans to lift Dublin Airport passenger cap to Cabinet
Airport operator DAA has repeatedly called for the 32m passenger annual cap to be lifted, arguing that growing Dublin Airport to 40m passengers a year is 'in line with national aviation policy'

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025

Housing, immigration and Gaza crisis dominate first debate in presidential election campaign
Housing, immigration and Gaza crisis dominate first debate in presidential election campaign
The first presidential debate saw Humphreys, Connolly and Gavin clash on Gaza, housing, immigration, and Ireland’s role abroad

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025

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Options 'on the table' to change student capitation grant, cutting annual college fees in budget
Elsewhere, government sources have indicated that, while there may be no imminent public transport fare hikes, it is not off the table into the future

Mon, 29 Sep, 2025

Pittsburgh Steelers Mandatory Minicamp
'No complaint' made to gardaí about alleged assault and robbery of NFL player in Dublin
The NFL's website reported Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Skylar Thompson 'was jumped and robbed Friday night' in the capital

Mon, 29 Sep, 2025

Fianna Fail think-in
Taoiseach says there will be no border poll before 2030
Micheál Martin said more work must be done to unite the whole island before a united Ireland referendum is held

Mon, 29 Sep, 2025

US import tariffs
'Bad budget' could impact outcome of presidential election
Independent presidential nominee Catherine Connolly will 'sail through' if public expenditure minister Jack Chambers doesn't loosen purse strings

Mon, 29 Sep, 2025

Humphreys' presidency would be about 'breaking down awful prejudices creeping into our society'
Humphreys' presidency would be about 'breaking down awful prejudices creeping into our society'
Born in Monaghan, her father was a member of the Orange Order but Ms Humphreys became 'a proud Irish republican'

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

Irish presidential election
Catherine Connolly highlights need for ‘courageous and independent voice’
The left-wing independent spoke at a Sinn Féin event in Dublin, alongside the party’s leader Mary Lou McDonald

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

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Budget 2026: Public transport fare hikes or service cuts on cards
Government may raid National Development Plan funds to plug €250m gap in 'public service obligation' transport

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

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Government keen for efficiency in immigration system, says Donohoe
Increasing allowances for asylum seekers who leave the country voluntarily could be a way to make the immigration system more efficient, Paschal Donohoe has said.

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

Jim Gavin and Heather Humphreys crisscross Kerry as voters lament limited presidential choice
Jim Gavin and Heather Humphreys crisscross Kerry as voters lament limited presidential choice
As Jim Gavin and Heather Humphreys canvassed in Kerry, voters voiced frustration at a presidential race seen as lacking choice

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

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Ireland must go 'all out' against vaping, says Taoiseach
Micheál Martin said he continues to believe that vaping is the 'second coming of the tobacco industry'

Sat, 27 Sep, 2025

If elected, Humphreys pledges to continue to call out genocide as Michael D has done
If elected, Humphreys pledges to continue to call out genocide as Michael D has done
Fine Gael candidate said her presidency would more resemble that of Mary McAleese, on whose work she wants to build

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025

UN General Assembly
Taoiseach says he doesn't know how Netanyahu 'sleeps at night' after UN address
After UN General Assembly address, Micheál Martin said: 'There can be no continuation of the collective punishment... There's no moral justification for the continuation of this war whatsoever'

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025

'A true Irish republican': Martin Mansergh, former Fianna Fáil TD and advisor, dies aged 78
'A true Irish republican': Martin Mansergh, former Fianna Fáil TD and advisor, dies aged 78
Martin Mansergh took on a key role during the peace process alongside Bertie Ahern, being involved in getting an IRA ceasefire over the line and in the negotiation of the Good Friday Agreement

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025

'Get offshore wind farms over the line' to meet AI energy demands, says Taoiseach
'Get offshore wind farms over the line' to meet AI energy demands, says Taoiseach
Data centres continued to consume a greater share of Ireland’s energy last year, with their electricity consumption rising by 10% in 2024

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025

Irish presidential election
'War is a stain on humanity': Catherine Connolly says Ireland 'must call out the abuse of power'
The Independent presidential candidate doubled down on her criticism of the military industrial complex, which originally came up in a debate at UCD on Wednesday

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025

Irish presidential election
Jim Gavin starts his presidential election campaign by outlining issues that will define Government
Mr Gavin, who served in the Defence Forces for 20 years, had to be asked three times if he saw any evidence of bullying or sexism in the force

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025

Taoiseach Martin Visit to Ottawa
Taoiseach's visit to Great White North represents 'a complete reset' of relations with Canada
Micheál Martin said that he had invited prime minister Mark Carney to visit Ireland officially, an invite which had been accepted, and the pair had agreed a scholarship in the name of General John de Chastelain

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025

Enda Kenny visits US - day 5
Trump welcomes Irish embassy relocation with pledge to 'strengthen time-honoured relationship'
Ireland is now the fifth largest source of foreign direct investment in America and Irish companies have created more than 200,000 American jobs, Tánaiste Simon Harris said

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025

Call for plain packaging for vapes
Government confirms new vape tax from November 1 as crackdown on youth use intensifies
From November, vape liquids will face new taxes and restrictions as Ireland ramps up public health measures on vaping.

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025

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First Homes scheme will not cover second-hand houses in Budget 2026, Taoiseach says
Micheál Martin says October’s budget will prioritise boosting new housing supply, ruling out extending the First Homes scheme to second-hand properties

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025

Government press conference
Paschal Donohoe signals shift on developer tax breaks ahead of Budget 2026
Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe has softened his opposition to developer tax breaks as housing pressures mount ahead of Budget 2026

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025

Ireland seeks EU vote on package of economic sanctions on Israel
Ireland seeks EU vote on package of economic sanctions on Israel
The EU is Israel’s largest trading partner, so the tariffs could have far-reaching effects on Israel’s economy

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Race for the Áras: Three candidates confirmed for 2025 presidential election
Race for the Áras: Candidates grilled on vision for presidency as contest begins in earnest
The election will take place on October 24

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Three-way race for presidency confirmed as Maria Steen misses out
Three-way race for presidency confirmed as Maria Steen misses out
Independent hopeful Maria Steen fell two signatures short of the 20 needed, leaving just three candidates on the presidential ballot

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Irish presidential election
Catherine Connolly vows to serve only one term if elected president
Galway TD says she would give her all for seven years before moving on, while balancing Dáil duties and campaigning

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

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Justice minister condemns 'Israeli attack on lawful flotilla' with Irish citizens on board
The Dáil heard on Wednesday that Senator Chris Andrews is on board the Spectre boat that was 'struck four times' on Tuesday night

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Race for the Áras: Three candidates confirmed for 2025 presidential election
Race for the Áras: Three candidates confirmed for 2025 presidential election
Catherine Connolly, Jim Gavin and Heather Humphreys will contest the October 24 presidential election

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Irish presidential election
Maria Steen concedes presidential race, says political consensus 'detached from public’s wishes'
Independent candidate Maria Steen missed the presidential ballot by two signatures but said her campaign showed public hunger for alternatives

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

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Posters on poles, but no certainty for Maria Steen as nomination race goes to the wire
As posters flood the streets, Maria Steen’s candidacy hangs in the balance with hours left to secure vital nominations

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Maria Steen secures 18th nomination as presidential ballot deadline nears
Maria Steen secures 18th nomination as presidential ballot deadline nears
Independent senator Aubrey McCarthy has given Maria Steen her 18th nomination but stopped short of endorsing her campaign

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

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Ireland to donate €3m to Pacific islands in fight against climate change
Ireland has also announced additional funding of €3m to support people in Sudan

Wed, 24 Sep, 2025

Irish presidential election
Maria Steen ‘very hopeful’ of reaching 20 nominations as presidential deadline looms
Maria Steen says she has 17 nominations and hopes to reach the required 20 ahead of Wednesday’s deadline at noon

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

UN General Assembly
Trump tells UN climate change is a 'con job' and Europe should be ashamed over Russian oil
In a combative UN speech, Donald Trump attacked Europe’s Russian oil purchases, dismissed climate science, and warned against immigration

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity
Simon Harris rules out coalition split over social welfare and pension increases
Tánaiste says government remains united on welfare increases, insisting child poverty must be prioritised in upcoming Budget talks

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

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Experts slam Trump's 'false and dangerous' claims linking paracetamol in pregnancy to autism
Irish doctors, autism advocates and EU regulators unite to reject Donald Trump’s unfounded claim linking paracetamol to autism

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

More than 5,000 refugees 'abusing' State accommodation by refusing to leave, justice minister says
More than 5,000 refugees 'abusing' State accommodation by refusing to leave, justice minister says
Jim O'Callaghan to tell Dáil committee that working international protection applicants should pay towards their accommodation costs

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

Irish presidential election
Catherine Connolly defends Hamas remarks, insists both Israel and Hamas must be held to account
Independent candidate Catherine Connolly said both Israel and Hamas must disarm, while insisting Palestinians have the right to self-determination

Tue, 23 Sep, 2025

'If we do not move now to protect the two-state solution, there may never be another opportunity,' warns Taoiseach
'If we do not move now to protect the two-state solution, there may never be another opportunity,' warns Taoiseach
Micheál Martin had described the raft of countries recognising Palestine as 'an important moment', but cautioned that he did not believe Israel was listening to pleas from allies

Mon, 22 Sep, 2025

Irish presidential election
'Movement growing around' Catherine Connolly at presidential campaign launch
Ms Connolly is expected to lodge her nomination papers on Tuesday afternoon. Mary Lou McDonald, Holly Cairns, Paul Murphy, and Marie Sherlock all delivered speeches at the launch

Mon, 22 Sep, 2025

Action Plan on Competitiveness and Productivity
Taoiseach: Suspensions 'not the ideal way' of dealing with students in special schools
Speaking in New York, Micheál Martin told the 'Irish Examiner' that it was important that education and training boards become more involved in the provision of special education

Mon, 22 Sep, 2025

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