Former Taoiseach John Bruton dies aged 76
The former Fine Gael leader was Taoiseach from 1994 – 1997. John Bruton died peacefully in the Mater Private Hospital in Dublin, surrounded by his…
Councillor Elisa O’Donovan responds to comments on her understanding of Irish culture: “We have a level of respect missing in politics”
Social Democrats’ Elisa O’Donovan was accused by Emmett O’Brien of not understanding “culture of the country” due to being born in England. Speaking to Limerick…
Two-Day extension granted on Gaza ceasefire
This comes after the release of Irish-Israeli girl Emily Hand after being held in captivity by Hamas for 50 days A wave of relief passed…
Justice Minister Helen McEntee scraps landmark consent law amendments amidst calls for resignation
In a last minute move, laws that could have revolutionised rape cases in Ireland have been scrapped by the Department of Justice. Minister for Justice…
Sinn Féin’s Mary Lou McDonald has “no confidence” in Justice Minister or Garda Commissioner
At a media briefing, Sinn Féin leader, Mary Lou McDonald, says Drew Harris and Helen McEntee should step down. Sinn Féin leader, Mary Lou McDonald,…
Political reactions to Dublin riots roll in: “Ask your sisters, ask your friends, ask everyone you know who they fear most on our streets”
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that those involved in rioting across Dublin City Centre “brought shame on Dublin, brought shame on Ireland, and brought shame…