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Dail row over speaking time resolved
Michael Lowry says opposition behaved in 'juvenile and despicable manner'
Mr Lowry, a former Fine Gael minister, was previously found by a tribunal to have behaved in a manner that was 'profoundly corrupt'

Wed, 02 Apr, 2025

New Taoiseach appointed
Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy survives motion of confidence 
The opposition motion on Ms Murphy's future was defeated, with a government motion of confidence in her passing 96 to 71, also with two abstentions

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

School in funding crisis should not have written to parents', says Taoiseach
School in funding crisis should not have written to parents', says Taoiseach
Dublin primary school had told parents it would have to close because it could no longer afford to pay basic bills

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

Future tax cuts at risk as US tariffs threaten Irish economy, says finance minister
Future tax cuts at risk as US tariffs threaten Irish economy, says finance minister
Paschal Donohoe warns that upcoming US tariffs could impact Ireland’s economy, delaying potential income tax reductions

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

Health Feature
Pharmaceutical exports could be cut by half if tariffs applies, Tánaiste warns
With reciprocal tariffs looming, Simon Harris urges a calm and strategic EU response while highlighting economic risks

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

New Taoiseach appointed
Barry Heneghan moves Dáil seat away from Michael Lowry citing 'toxic behaviour'
Independent TD reaffirms support for the Government but distances himself from Michael Lowry after recent controversy

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

A pensioner adjusting the temperature control on his combi boiler. Redcar, UK. 26/5/2021. Photograph: Stuart Boulton.
Cuts to Vat rate on electricity and gas to be extended for six months
Meanwhile, justice minister Jim O’Callaghan is to seek Cabinet approval to progress with Valerie’s Law

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

New Taoiseach appointed
Verona Murphy faces historic no-confidence vote amid Dáil speaking time controversy
The Ceann Comhairle faces a historic no-confidence vote, tensions rise over Dáil speaking rules and Opposition tactics

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

Cabinet meeting
'It’s a very, very grave threat': Taoiseach says US tariffs could impact next year's budget
Micheál Martin said 'the entire world will suffer from tariffs and a move to protectionism'

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

Ireland must carefully manage spending as US tariffs loom, says minister
Ireland must carefully manage spending as US tariffs loom, says minister
Jack Chambers rules out public spending cuts but stresses the need for careful financial planning amid tariff threats

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

Cabinet meeting
US tariffs on pharmaceuticals could harm Ireland and global economy, warns Taoiseach
Micheál Martin highlights potential damage to Irish industry and global trade as EU prepares response to US tariffs

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

New Taoiseach appointed
Further Dáil disruption expected over questioning slots for Independent TDs
It is expected that Sinn Féin will formally confirm the no confidence motion on Friday, after Ms Murphy refused to step down as Ceann Comhairle on Wednesday

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

Blurred image of Patient with drip in hospital for background usage. Illness child in hospital, saline intravenous (IV) on hand
Dáil hears allegation that children's hip surgeries at CHI may not have been needed
Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty has accused the Government of not moving quickly enough on the surgeries at Children’s Health Ireland, which is examining the criteria for a specific type of hip surgery in young children

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

No easing of sanctions on Russia until Ukraine peace deal, says Taoiseach
No easing of sanctions on Russia until Ukraine peace deal, says Taoiseach
Micheál Martin says EU sanctions on Russia must remain until a just and lasting peace is secured in Ukraine

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

Taoiseach 'genuinely taken aback by behaviour of opposition' in Dáil speaking rights row
Taoiseach 'genuinely taken aback by behaviour of opposition' in Dáil speaking rights row
The row has rumbled on for weeks and came to a head amid raucous Dáil scenes in the last two days 

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

New Taoiseach appointed
Dáíl to vote next Tuesday on confidence motion in Ceann Comhairle
The Ceann Comhairle has “categorically” rejected accusations of partisanship in how she handled an opposition protest in the Dáil

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

Trump
Tánaiste calls for EU-US trade talks after Trump announces more new tariffs
Simon Harris urges negotiation over tariffs as Trump targets Ireland’s pharmaceutical exports and raises car import duties

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

Report recommends independent review of accounts for state agencies
Report recommends independent review of accounts for state agencies
Institute of Public Administration examined oversight practices within the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport, and Media for its state agencies

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

Mattie McGrath and Michael Collins in heated exchange after Dáil upheaval 
Mattie McGrath and Michael Collins in heated exchange after Dáil upheaval 
Tipperary TD compared Michael Collins to the Irish revolutionary of the same name, describing both as traitors from West Cork

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

Michael Lowry's actions in Dáil chamber 'tipping point' for Fianna Fáil TDs 
Michael Lowry's actions in Dáil chamber 'tipping point' for Fianna Fáil TDs 
Sources say party wants Tipperary TD to make a formal apology

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

Verona Murphy refuses to step down as opposition leaders publish no-confidence motion
Verona Murphy refuses to step down as opposition leaders publish no-confidence motion
The motion is a one line declaration stating that the 'Ceann Comhaire no longer retains the confidence of all members of Dáil Éireann'

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

Michael Lowry defends controversial Dáil gesture, says it was taken out of context
Michael Lowry defends controversial Dáil gesture, says it was taken out of context
Tipperary TD insists his hand gesture was not malicious, as calls for an apology grow in the Dáil

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

Watch: Michael Lowry’s two-fingered gesture
Watch: Michael Lowry’s two-fingered gesture
Michael Lowry sparked backlash in the Dáil after flashing a two-fingered gesture at the Opposition following the recess of the chamber. 

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

Watch: Ceann Comhairle slams TDs - 'You are making an absolute holy show of yourselves'
Watch: Ceann Comhairle slams TDs - 'You are making an absolute holy show of yourselves'
During a heated Dáil session, Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy rebuked TDs, saying, "You are making an absolute holy show of yourselves." The chaos over speaking rights led to a suspension, with Murphy urging order as the public watched on. 

Wed, 26 Mar, 2025

Taoiseach says opposition behaviour was 'a new low' after Dáil chaos
Taoiseach says opposition behaviour was 'a new low' after Dáil chaos
Several opposition TDs have now privately expressed a lack of confidence in Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy.

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

Dail row over speaking time resolved
Speaking rights row set to come to a head in Dáil showdown
Opposition parties have stated their intention to disrupt Dáil business unless there is a last-minute offer from the Government to engage with them in order to reach a conclusion that is acceptable to both sides

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

ieExplains: Why has the speaking rights row been going on for so long?
ieExplains: Why has the speaking rights row been going on for so long?
The speaker rights row continues to overshadow Dáil proceedings. Elaine Loughlin recaps what's happened over the last few months 

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

Irish cabinet
Taoiseach defends Dáil changes ahead of potential disruption
The disruption is expected just after 2pm, during the Leaders’ Questions slot in the Dáil

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

Irish cabinet
Simon Harris holds call with ‘tax scam’ critic in US administration
The Tánaiste had a 'constructive and engaging' call with Howard Lutnick on Monday night

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

Religious orders schools Scoping Inquiry - Ireland
Ukrainian accommodation payment to be cut by €200 per month
Since the start of the scheme, €272m has been paid to 22,900 hosts

Tue, 25 Mar, 2025

Central Bank boss and Housing Minister at odds over Government plans to ease lending rules around housebuilding 
Central Bank boss and Housing Minister at odds over Government plans to ease lending rules around housebuilding 
'The number one issue on housing is not finance. The number one issue on housing is planning'

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

Irish Neutrality League to protest triple lock changes upon relaunch
Irish Neutrality League to protest triple lock changes upon relaunch
Opposition sources said that they believed that a combined effort would send a stronger message than individual parties opposing the Government

Sun, 23 Mar, 2025

Opposition leaders seek 'urgent meeting' with Taoiseach ahead of Dáil speaking rights showdown
Opposition leaders seek 'urgent meeting' with Taoiseach ahead of Dáil speaking rights showdown
The row over speaking rights has rumbled on since the formation of the Government

Sun, 23 Mar, 2025

Arts Council to be reviewed
Impending US tariffs put up to 80,000 jobs and future tax cuts at risk, warns finance minister
'It could also mean we have to make changes in relation to taxation, because we have to prioritise the keeping of jobs and retention of the competitiveness of our economy,' he said

Sun, 23 Mar, 2025

New Taoiseach appointed
Government trying to 'frustrate' opposition efforts to hold ministers accountable, Sinn Féin leader says
Mary Lou McDonald says combined opposition’s amendment to Dáil rules would deal with speaking rights but says Government will reject it

Fri, 21 Mar, 2025

Sinn Fein finance spokesman Pearse Doherty doorstep
Child with cerebral palsy was ‘prop’ for Government photo opportunity, Dáil told
Then minister for disability Anne Rabbitte and former minister for agriculture Charlie McConalogue went to Donegal to make the announcement

Thu, 20 Mar, 2025

Economy at risk as US tariffs threaten growth, jobs, and inflation, warns Donohoe
Economy at risk as US tariffs threaten growth, jobs, and inflation, warns Donohoe
The finance minister warns that widespread US tariffs on the EU could harm Ireland’s economy, affecting jobs and trade stability

Thu, 20 Mar, 2025

Irish cabinet
Taoiseach: Ireland to back EU move towards joint procurement of military hardware
Also, Mr Martin declined to provide a timeframe for the introduction of the Occupied Territories Bill, but said it would not be done before the end of the current Dáil session

Thu, 20 Mar, 2025

Irish cabinet
Taoiseach refuses to confirm if he was made aware of housing claims report
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald said the report was handed to Jack Chambers days before the general election was called in early November last year

Thu, 20 Mar, 2025

Dail row over speaking time resolved
Row over 'Michael Lowry and his underlings' has put Dáil into 'cold storage', TDs told
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald highlighted the fact that it is now four months on from the general election, with only 10 more sitting days until the Easter recess and yet just one piece of legislation has been passed

Wed, 19 Mar, 2025

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Taoiseach's 'sniggering' in Oval Office about housing crisis 'caused real hurt', says Sinn Féin
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald also told the Dáil that ministers' claims that 40,000 homes would be delivered in 2024 during the general election campaign 'was bull'

Wed, 19 Mar, 2025

'On St Patrick's Day, two rapists met each other in the White House', Dáil told
'On St Patrick's Day, two rapists met each other in the White House', Dáil told
People Before Profit-Solidarity TD Ruth Coppinger said the Taoiseach's visit to Washington had been overshadowed by Conor McGregor's St Patrick's Day visit

Wed, 19 Mar, 2025

Justice minister accused of  'dereliction of duty' for failing to stop spread of the far-right
Justice minister accused of  'dereliction of duty' for failing to stop spread of the far-right
Gary Gannon raised concerns about a lack of work done in the aftermath of the Dublin riots

Wed, 19 Mar, 2025

Hungary Pride Ban
Tánaiste slams Hungary’s ban on Pride events and facial recognition surveillance
Simon Harris condemns Hungary’s new anti-LGBTQ+ laws, calling them a violation of EU values and fundamental rights

Wed, 19 Mar, 2025

Conor McGregor praises Donald Trump's 'inspiring' work rate during Oval Office meeting
'My heart fell': Paschal Donohoe slams McGregor’s White House visit
The finance minister criticised Conor McGregor's representation of Ireland after Trump meeting, defends national values

Tue, 18 Mar, 2025

Trump
Conor McGregor responds to Taoiseach’s criticism after White House visit
Irish political leaders said the mixed martial arts fighter does not speak for Ireland as he visited the White House for a St Patrick’s Day meeting with US president Donald Trump

Tue, 18 Mar, 2025

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