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Ahern indicates US can use Shannon for unilateral war

The Government is prepared to let the US land military aircraft at Shannon Airport even if it invades Iraq without a United Nations…

Fri Mar 14 2003 - 00:00

Saddam leaves Shamrock firmly in the shade

Even the shamrock was not safe from the shadow cast by Saddam Hussein in the White House yesterday when Bertie Ahern came for…

Fri Mar 14 2003 - 00:00

Taoiseach to meet Bush today

President Bush will today emphasise the US's determination to disarm Iraq during a visit by the Taoiseach to the White House.

Thu Mar 13 2003 - 00:00

Iraq to dominate Ahern meeting with Bush

Talks in the White House on Thursday between the Taoiseach, Mr Ahern, and the US President, Mr George Bush, will be dominated…

Tue Mar 11 2003 - 00:00

SF wants to give NI voters a say in Seanad poll

The election rules for the Seanad should be overhauled to allow Northern Ireland voters to choose representatives from a national…

Fri Mar 07 2003 - 00:00

Department may refund drug payments

The Department of Health is preparing to backtrack on its refusal to repay €20 million due to 175,000 people for drug payment…

Fri Mar 07 2003 - 00:00

Frustration for Ahern as hopes of a deal fade

Dublin view: A second day of tortuous negotiations at Hillsborough Castle left the Taoiseach, Mr Ahern frustrated, following…

Wed Mar 05 2003 - 00:00

Progress made, but talks will continue today

A final agreement will not be reached in today's resumed talks involving the Irish and British governments and Northern Ireland…

Tue Mar 04 2003 - 00:00

Government failing majority, says Sargent

Leader's address: The Government is failing to deliver decent social and economic living conditions for the majority of people…

Mon Mar 03 2003 - 00:00

Dail revolt over information Act

The Government is set to face a major Opposition revolt over its attempt to curb the Freedom of Information Act, which begins…

Mon Mar 03 2003 - 00:00

US-led attack on Iraq 'cold-blooded murder'

Iraq debate : A United States-led bombing campaign on Iraq would be "cold-blooded murder" and no better than the atrocities …

Mon Mar 03 2003 - 00:00

Constitutional change on zoning profits urged

Environment: The Constitution should be changed to ensure land rezoning profits benefited the State rather than property speculators…

Mon Mar 03 2003 - 00:00

Revenue powers to be enhanced

The Revenue Commissioners will have increased powers under a review announced last night by the Minister for Finance

Sat Mar 01 2003 - 00:00

Iraq crisis to be high on agenda in Greens' convention

The Green Party's annual convention, which takes place in Ennis, Co Clare, this weekend, will be dominated by the Iraqi crisis…

Sat Mar 01 2003 - 00:00

New curbs on Freedom of Information Act today

Significant restrictions to the Freedom of Information Act (FoI) - including curbs on the publication of correspondence between…

Fri Feb 28 2003 - 00:00

Attempts to find new jets will begin in days

The Government's attempts to buy two new jets will begin within days and the Department of Defence will be under pressure to …

Thu Feb 27 2003 - 00:00

Increase in backing for EU's expansion behind win

SURVEY OF NICE VOTE: The campaign for a Yes vote for the Nice Treaty was helped substantially by a sharp rise in support for…

Thu Feb 27 2003 - 00:00

Pledge of 'seamless security approach'

Co-operation between the Garda Síochána and the Police Service of Northern Ireland will increase to combat dissident republican…

Wed Feb 26 2003 - 00:00

Opposition criticises 'extravagant spending spree on Bertie Jet'

The Government's decision to buy two new jets and hold on to the existing Gulfstream IV until the end of Ireland's European Union…

Wed Feb 26 2003 - 00:00

Rabbitte says Taoiseach is trying to browbeat groups

Responding to the Taoiseach's speech, the leader of the Labour Party, Mr Pat Rabbitte, said Mr Ahern was trying to browbeat community…

Tue Feb 25 2003 - 00:00

Ahern says UN support needed for war

IRELAND: The Government's attitude towards the UN role in settling the Iraq crisis has not been changed by the anti-war march…

Tue Feb 25 2003 - 00:00

Report likely to increase pressure on Government

IRELAND/BLIX REPORT : The Government will support offering extra time to UN weapons inspectors in Iraq, if the Iraqi regime …

Sat Feb 15 2003 - 00:00

Fresh talks in March ahead of NI election

A fresh round of talks to get the Northern Ireland Assembly and Executive back into action before elections scheduled for May…

Fri Feb 14 2003 - 00:00

State resists EU rights plan for casual workers

The Government has opposed European Union plans to increase rights for temporary workers hired out by recruitment agencies, including…

Fri Feb 14 2003 - 00:00

Colombia links IRA to atrocity

The IRA and the Basque ETA helped left-wing terrorists who killed 35 people in a bomb attack on a night-club in Colombia last…

Fri Feb 14 2003 - 00:00

Abuse indemnity deal was ready weeks before end of Government

Some 18 religious orders were ready to sign a deal offering them an indemnity against child abuse compensation claims for weeks…

Thu Feb 13 2003 - 00:00

Cullen alters regulations to allow Dublin city manager stay in office

Regulations have been changed by the Minister for the Environment, Mr Cullen, to ensure that the Dublin city manager, Mr John…

Thu Feb 13 2003 - 00:00

Ahern defends indemnification deal with CORI

The Government's offer to indemnify 18 religious congregations against abuse compensation claims was cleared with the Attorney…

Wed Feb 12 2003 - 00:00

Cloning of all human embryos should be prohibited - bishops

People should be prohibited by law from donating sperm or eggs to help infertile couples, the Catholic bishops have told a Government…

Wed Feb 12 2003 - 00:00

Sinn Fein critical of Colombian president

The Colombian president, Mr Alvaro Uribe Velez, has been condemned by Sinn Féin for prejudging the case of three Irishmen facing…

Tue Feb 11 2003 - 00:00

Assurances given on EU rights treaty

The incorporation of the European Union's Charter of Fundamental Rights in a new EU treaty will not cede further powers from …

Tue Feb 11 2003 - 00:00

Senator criticised for remarks on trial

The Progressive Democrats have roundly condemned Fianna Fáil Senator, Ms Mary White, after she called on the Government to pressure…

Mon Feb 10 2003 - 00:00

Sources say abuse claims will not exceed 5,000 cases

The numbers of people claiming compensation for being abused in religious-run industrial schools will not exceed 5,000, the Department…

Mon Feb 10 2003 - 00:00

Cowen doubts inspectors will be increased

IRELAND: The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr Cowen has cast doubt on proposals from France and Germany to increase the number…

Mon Feb 10 2003 - 00:00

Restricted FOI rights likely as Act is reviewed

The Government is set to impose restrictions on the public's right to get information from public bodies under the Freedom of…

Tue Feb 04 2003 - 00:00

Dail committee to investigate abuse claims deal

The Government's decision to indemnify religious brothers and nuns against child abuse compensation claims is to be investigated…

Sat Feb 01 2003 - 00:00

New standards for disabled care

Residential and day-care homes for the physically and mentally handicapped will have to meet new national standards from later…

Sat Feb 01 2003 - 00:00

Trials may be held in Limerick to help gardai

The Government is considering transferring some Central Criminal Court murder trials to Limerick to ease pressure on gardaí in…

Fri Jan 31 2003 - 00:00

FAI may seek compensation if Sky deal falls

The Football Association of Ireland could demand significant Government compensation following an EU committee's decision to …

Fri Jan 31 2003 - 00:00

Abbey gets Cabinet go-ahead for €100m restructure

The Government has backed a €100 million redevelopment of the Abbey National Theatre, which will be paid for largely by the sale…

Thu Jan 30 2003 - 00:00

US citizens in Ireland get safety advice

IRELAND: The United States embassy in Dublin has issued "precautionary" safety advice to US citizens living in the Republic, …

Thu Jan 30 2003 - 00:00

Garda and Army double-jobs claim

Off-duty gardaí and soldiers are double-jobbing on short-term security guard contracts and not paying PAYE and PRSI, a SIPTU …

Thu Jan 30 2003 - 00:00

No State checks on homes for disabled

Institutions housing mentally and physically disabled children and adults are not inspected by any State body - despite major…

Tue Jan 28 2003 - 00:00

Ahern gives RTE lecture

The final report of the Convention on the Future of Europe will be "a highly influential starting point" for negotiations on …

Tue Jan 28 2003 - 00:00

Tenants would get improved rights under proposed new legislation

The Government will publish legislation to improve the rights of tenants in the next few months in line with the recommendations…

Tue Jan 28 2003 - 00:00

Homes for patients an 'affront to humanity'

Physically and mentally handicapped people are being housed in institutions that are "an affront to humanity and entirely unsuitable…

Tue Jan 28 2003 - 00:00

Task force on tourism to meet tomorrow

A new task force, ordered by the Minister for Arts, Sports and Tourism, Mr O'Donoghue, to carry out a fundamental review of the…

Mon Jan 27 2003 - 00:00

Restraints on patients criticised in report

More than 250 mentally and physically handicapped patients in a St John of Gods-run home in Co Louth are locked up at night, …

Mon Jan 27 2003 - 00:00

UDA feud should not 'demonise' loyalists

The loyalist community should not be "demonised" because of the internal battle within the Ulster Defence Association, the Taoiseach…

Fri Jan 24 2003 - 00:00

Durkan warns against great expectations from Blair talks

The Leader of the SDLP, Mr Mark Durkan, has adopted a cautious approach about the significance of tonight's meeting between the…

Thu Jan 23 2003 - 00:00
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