Ireland to provide extra €40m in aid to Ukraine this yearZelenskiy argues for progress on EU accession path during meeting with Helen McEntee
Thalidomide survivors optimistic of progress on State apology but ‘speed is of the essence’ Representative group seeking recognition of unacknowledged survivors, statutory supports and fair compensation scheme
An issue of low-energy use: Why data centres are linked to fears of electricity blackoutsEirgrid has flagged concerns on data-centre behaviour that must be addressed by new code of practice
Grace’s Law: Scramblers to be banned in all public places from FridayDeath of Grace Lynch (16) after she was hit by scrambler in Finglas prompted renewed efforts to strengthen regulations
Tánaiste describes proxy bomb attempt in Lurgan as ‘deeply chilling’Dissident republicans have been blamed for the incident which saw a food delivery driver hijacked
Councillor resigns from committee tracking Limerick mayor’s progress over off-mic commentLocal representative Catherine Slattery ‘sorry now’ she voted for John Moran
Infrastructure Bill to fast-track big projects could be enacted by summerMinister for Infrastructure Jack Chambers will tell Cabinet that all public bodies will be required to identify suitable projects
Ukraine ‘to be among priorities of Ireland’s EU presidency’Helen McEntee to visit Kyiv on Wednesday for first time since taking office
Rory O’Hanlon, former minister and ceann comhairle, dies aged 92Taoiseach Micheál Martin praises former Cavan-Monaghan TD’s ‘real commitment to public service’
Government needs to keep some ‘firepower’ in reserve during energy crisis, says TaoiseachShannon Airport ‘is not used as a base for the Middle East war’ by the US, says Micheál Martin
Babies lost in pregnancy due to dangerous driving to be recognised under proposed lawCross-party support for Jax’s Law, which would recognise stillborn babies as victims in collisions
Helen McEntee to ‘reaffirm Ireland’s support’ for Ukraine during Kyiv visitVisit by Minister for Foreign Affairs and EU counterparts marks fourth anniversary of the liberation of Bucha from Russian occupation
Two Unifil peacekeepers killed in LebanonAs it happened: No direct US-Iran negotiations have taken place, says Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson
Deputy Lord Mayor Stephens selected by Fianna Fáil for Dublin Central byelectionFianna Fáil has not had a TD representing Dublin Central since former taoiseach Bertie Ahern
Price rises part of bleak backdrop to talk of ending US-Israeli war on IranInside Politics: Sinn Féin says Government response made up of ‘half measures’
Taoiseach condemns killing of Indonesian peacekeeper in Lebanon Micheál Martin urges respect for peacekeeping forces as tensions rise in region following Israeli and US strikes on Iran
More than 6,600 employers have not signed up for pension auto-enrolmentOrganisation overseeing My Future Fund scheme is chasing employers who have not registered and ultimately prosecutions could ensue
National Concert Hall reinstates Israeli charity event booked by Alan ShatterEvent set to proceed, but only after NCH board talks and discussions with Irish diplomats and the Department of Culture
Decision on fuel excise cuts will not be affected by byelections, says MinisterFianna Fáil selects Cllr Cillian Keane (24) as its candidate to run Galway West constituency race
‘Very damning’ - Investigation may prompt EU to look again at alumina sanctionsHigh risk of material feeding ‘military industrial complex’ amid Ukraine invasion, envoy says
Minister downplays chance of energy credits in response to rising fuel costsCost-of-living measures to tackle rising fuel prices caused by Iran war include temporary excise reductions for petrol and diesel
‘Disappointing and embarrassing’: Launch of Kerry FC pitch ‘postponed at Minister’s request’Launch of new pitch in Tralee reportedly postponed because Minister for Sport Patrick O’Donovan could not attend
Homeless figures and struggles of Defence Forces veterans a ‘sad reflection’, says PresidentCatherine Connolly told anniversary gathering there was a ‘complete lack of awareness of the issues facing veterans’
Ireland is on the cusp of another shock. What does it mean for Government’s budget plans?If the current crisis continues, the principles of protecting tax payers and maintaining fiscal discipline could collide
Pat Leahy: The contents of my inbox say a lot about Irish politicsThis is the way our politics works now – a constant stream of demand and response
Mairead McGuinness will be paid fees as EU special envoy for religious freedomEuropean Commission not explicit on how much one-time Áras hopeful is expected to be paid
Miriam Lord’s Easter awards: ‘Air raid’ O’Donovan a clear winner of the Sulky Bunny gongMammy and Ammi Burke land the Best Easter Egg Hunt prize for their elusive turn
Atomic agency reports no increase in radiation following attack on nuclear facilityUN urges US to conclude investigation into deadly Iran school strike; Sinn Féin TD defends party stance on fuel cuts
‘Grace’s Law’ on scrambler bike ban set to take effect Minister for Transport to seek Cabinet approval to bring in stronger restrictions on use
Government cannot shield every industry from rising fuel costs, Taoiseach saysPackage already announced ‘probably the largest in Europe’, Micheál Martin says
Taoiseach says unsuccessful Limerick garda prosecutions should be reviewed internally Martin cites need for care around holding time consuming and costly public inquiries
Government can’t help helping as fuel costs soarInside Politics podcast with Hugh LinehanListen | 46:46
Cost-of-living supports dominate Dáil with Coalition facing risk of political perilInside Politics: With two byelections set to take place towards the end of May, expect much focus on fuel costs if prices are still high
Minister for Education defends projected department overspend of up to €700mHildegarde Naughton makes ‘absolutely no apologies around the need to make sure we are adequately funded’
Other departments to pay for €600m overspend in EducationThe cost of the overspend will have to be met from reducing spending increases elsewhere – a development likely to infuriate Ministers
Trump extends deadline to strike Iran energy sites; Israel says it has killed Iranian commanderTehran ‘begging’ for deal, says Trump, as US and Iran harden positions
Mairead McGuinness appointed EU’s special envoy on religious freedomFormer European commissioner’s new role includes raising awareness about religious discrimination outside the EU
‘I believe in the power of compassion’: Senator forgives man jailed for threatening to kill himTiglin founder Aubrey McCarthy says death threats ‘shook our sense of security’ but he holds no bitterness towards former resident of addiction charity
‘Serious allegations’ over former taoiseach putting pressure on fisheries agency, PAC hearsProposed severance deal for ex-Inland Fisheries Ireland chief also raised at Dáil Public Accounts Committee
Three councillors to contest Fianna Fáil nomination for Galway West byelection Mayor of Galway Mike Cubbard to stand in May election as Independent candidate
‘Significant role’ of Aughinish Alumina for civilian use must be considered in further Russian sanctionsHelen McEntee says 20th package of sanctions under discussion over Ukraine war; Limerick plant under pressure over weaponry links
Off-the-record conversation between Irish EU official and journalist leaked onlineUrsula von der Leyen’s communications chief’s call uploaded online by unknown party
Next Dáil could have 185 TDs, Seanad told, as McDowell seeks referendum on numbers capNo fear that TDs will be ‘sitting on each other’s laps’ in Dáil any time soon, says Minister of State
Coalition gets reality check on housing from ESRIThink tank says projected completions for this year and next ‘remain below level needed’ to start closing demand-supply gap
No large Irish town is likely to achieve city status in the foreseeable future, Minister saysPopulation of towns seeking city status would have to greatly increase, Minister suggests
Lemass did not want to keep old divisions alive, Taoiseach says at launch of new bookSean Lemass, The Lost Memoir by Irish Times journalist Ronan McGreevy is based on a trove of private recordings not made public for 50 years
Ireland’s neutrality a ‘difficult path’ to follow, senior official saysDepartment of Defence secretary general Jacqui McCrum spoke at French defence conference
Trump prepared to ‘unleash hell’ on Iran but prefers peace, White House saysWorld is now ‘staring down the barrel of a wider war’, warns UN secretary general Antonio Guterres
Ireland will lose flights to US if Dublin Airport cap stays in place, US airlines warn Aer Lingus CEO tells TDs and senators passenger cap is ‘economically catastrophic’ as airlines and DAA press for speedy action on legislation
Thalidomide survivors optimistic of progress on State apology but ‘speed is of the essence’ By Cormac McQuinnWed Apr 01 2026 - 21:18
Ireland is on the cusp of another shock. What does it mean for Government’s budget plans?By Jack Horgan-Jones
Miriam Lord’s Easter awards: ‘Air raid’ O’Donovan a clear winner of the Sulky Bunny gongBy Miriam Lord
In the shadow of the war in Iran, inflation and energy costs look set to climb ever higherListen | 44:27
‘Serious allegations’ over former taoiseach putting pressure on fisheries agency, PAC hearsProposed severance deal for ex-Inland Fisheries Ireland chief also raised at Dáil Public Accounts CommitteeBy Martin WallThu Mar 26 2026 - 20:59