Political leaders throw support behind Ireland in Brexit row
Inside Politics: Dutch prime minister and senior US democrat arrive in Ireland
O’Brien confirms vacant property tax will be introduced in next budget
Revenue is set to give new estimate on vacancy to Government ahead of Budget 2023
Tax on some 137,000 vacant homes to be recommended by Oireachtas committee
Zoned land tax should be raised beyond planned 3% rate, new report to recommend
‘Male toxic’ environment contributing to inequality in schools
Girls are being put off studying subjects such as woodwork, says Fine Gael’s Regina Doherty
Just one in 10 of Republic’s GPs offering abortion services
Over half of State’s publicly funded maternity units and hospitals provide full abortion care
Six ways Covid-19 will reshape education
As teacher union conferences are held, many want to retain gains made during pandemic
Extradition of Russian hackers implausible, Oireachtas committee told
HSE cybersecurity improved to extent that another attack would fail, says State agency
Fibrus Networks founder Conal Henry to chair Shannon Group
Businessman to become State company’s third chairperson since 2020
Reality of war in Ukraine for Europe and Ireland begins to hit home
Inside Politics: Inflation in Irish economy expected to surge to 8.5%, highest since 1980s
Alan Kelly departure: Why, and why now?
Inside Politics: Issues with Labour leader was most quiet disquiet seen in a party heave
Preparations ramped up to welcome thousands of Ukrainian refugees
Inside Politics: Taoiseach said to be ‘crystal clear’ Ireland would not be found wanting
Brexit: UK signals it could accept checks on goods for Northern Ireland
British negotiators told EU they could accept controls but fewer than under current arrangements
Remote working bill criticised as a ‘lost opportunity’
Politicians criticise bill which allows for 13 grounds for refusing working from home
State pension system is unsustainable, says Heather Humphreys
Pensions Commission argues age for eligibility should rise to 68 years by 2039
Just like that, Brexit is back on top of the agenda
Inside Politics: Poots upped the ante with an order to halt post-Brexit checks at NI ports
No guarantee raising pension age would breach deficit, says Naughten
Oireachtas committee chair defends report recommeding qualifying age remain at 66
North’s nightclubs to close as daily Covid cases reach record high
A further 3,231 cases reported as Stormont ministers agree new restrictions
Social media's data key to keeping young people safe online
Lack of detailed evidence means regulators are in dark on what is needed
Scrapping fishing boats will ‘destroy industry and communities’
Representative bodies oppose Government plan for decommissioning of 60 trawlers
Proposed law could see ‘disruptive’ solicitors barred from client interviews
Oireachtas committee members criticise provisions in new Garda powers bill
Leaving Cert system ‘does not prepare student for life beyond education’ – Harris
Pandemic provides chance to reform education, an Oireachtas committee will be told
Farmers consider bid to take over Glanbia
Seen & Heard: US property investor Kennedy Wilson in pole position to buy Point Square
Lack of progress on delivery of Traveller accommodation criticised
Analysis by Irish Traveller Movement highlights discrimination faced in private rental sector
Facebook should face questions from TDs on ethnic violence, says Sinn Féin TD
Whistle-blower Frances Haugen alleges company is ‘fanning the flames of violence’
O’Brien faces difficult decision as pressure from mica group mounts
Inside Politics: Homeowners to hear plans in terms of mica redress and compensation
Concerns Garda surveillance law may bring in facial recognition technology
Digital Recording Bill will allow for the use of body-worn cameras by officers
Covid-19: Close contacts being tested in over 600 schools
Surge in demand for HSE contact testing since classes resumed last week
Covid-19: Vaccine plan for children based on criteria beyond medical benefit
Low risk inherent but jabs for 12-15 year olds deemed social and psychological boost
Call for financial support to help employers encourage remote working
Oireachtas committee says State agencies should include remote working metric in annual reports
Online safety body ‘needs teeth’ for complaints against social media platforms
Children and young people have a right to an effective remedy, says Children’s Rights Alliance
Lack of transparency on cost of National Children’s Hospital ‘disgraceful’
Oireachtas committee told project delayed by 14 months and is now due to open in 2024
Electricity prices to rise during transition to low carbon, regulator says
Grid will continue to need natural gas to secure electricity supply, CRU says
North’s parties can work together to resolve political impasse – Taoiseach
Vital that both the Stormont Assembly and Executive are maintained, Martin says
Potential row threatens to derail Aer Lingus appearance before Oireachtas committee
There will be ‘no reversal’ of Shannon Airport decision , airline to tell TDs and senators
Rights group calls for analysis of coronavirus restrictions
‘Not only did we see the introduction of fines ... but laws increasing potential for penalties’
It is now the liberal progressives who peer through valley of the squinting windows
Criticism of Catholic Church’s sexual teaching in classroom marked by harshness and condemnation
Easing of Covid-19 rules to go ahead in UK despite Indian variant concern
Indoor mixing and greater physical contact to be allowed in England on Monday
Government warned delay introducing digital pass would leave State trailing
Vetoing initiative or opting out are not options for State, travel agents’ body warns
Miriam Lord: Here’s a tip, Senator – learn where the mute button is
Martin Conway of FG was overheard doing some side business during a virtual meeting
Warning of ‘wasted year’ if Defence Forces commission does not consider pay
Chair of new reform body tells Oireachtas committee it will not address overtime
ODCE could have greater role in investigating white-collar crime
Joint committee recommends letting forensic accountants sit in on Garda interviews
Meat processing sector disputes it is highly profitable, based on low pay
Wage rates on par or ahead of those in North or Britain, industry representatives say
Committee told meat industry will continue to need workers from abroad
Migrant Rights Centre urges parity between those on general work permits and those with critical skills
State to invest €17m to create ‘European-style’ outdoor dining
Workers already leaving live entertainment sector, Oireachtas committee hears
Davy and tracker scandal reveal toxic culture at heart of Irish financial system
Instances of financial misconduct remain despite new regulatory environment
State’s affordable housing plan will only make things worse
Similar shared-equity loan scheme in London led to price rises and no impact on supply
Shared equity scheme takes fresh hit
Cantillon: Central Bank raises further doubts about Minister’s flagship housing initiative
Government’s shared equity scheme risks driving up house prices, Central Bank warns
Regulator raises several concerns with scheme in submission to housing committee
Anti-touting legislation is unconstitutional, says reseller Viagogo
Tánaiste is promoting Bill that will ban the resale of tickets for more than face value
Pandemic to be prolonged if vaccine knowledge not shared, says report
Six pharmaceutical plants in Ireland capable of producing vaccines if given knowldge, report states
Irish Times view on the Northern Ireland protocol: British government waives the rules
Binding agreements cannot be treated as easily discarded inconveniences
Call for Stormont implementation of language legislation
Conradh na Gaeilge asks Joint Committee to call for implementation of 2020 agreement
NI Minister says halting work on border control posts was ‘entirely proportionate’
Sinn Féin, SDLP and Alliance Party questioned if Gordon Lyons has legal authority to make move
Tory hardliners urge ditching of Northern Ireland protocol
ERG says EU’s threat to trigger article 16 creates a ‘unique political opportunity’
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