Ireland and the Battle of the Somme - the first day

The first day of the Battle of the Somme was the worst in British military history. Some 19,240 men were killed and among the dead were thousands of Irishmen especially those from the 36th (Ulster) Division. Video: Ronan McGreevy

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Can the president veto a law?

Professor David Kenny of the School of Law in Trinity College Dublin outlines some of the key powers of the presidency. Video: Dan Dennison


Can anyone run for president?

Professor David Kenny of the School of Law in Trinity College Dublin outlines some of the key powers of the presidency. Video: Dan Dennison


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