Martin rejects call for State apology for its conduct during the TroublesGovernment ‘fought tooth and nail against the Provisional IRA’, Taoiseach says
Coalition’s backing of Bord Bia chair ‘not going to change’, says MinisterIFA has called on Larry Murrin to resign from food board role amid controversy over his company’s importation of Brazilian beef
Sinn Féin will not attend St Patrick’s Day White House events, party confirmsTrump’s backing of Israel in war in Gaza cited by Mary Lou McDonald and Michelle O’Neill as reason for boycott
Ireland v Israel match should proceed in Dublin, says Minister of StateMinister of State’s remarks come after senior figures in Government suggested the home fixture could be played outside the State
Avoid non-essential travel to Cuba, Irish citizens told‘Serious and potentially life-threatening risks’ associated with travelling to Cuba, says Department of Foreign Affairs
Golf stuff for Trump, whiskey for Zelenskiy and maybe a tastier return for the Irish publicSimon Harris says the Government is looking at ways to encourage Irish people to save and invest
State plans crackdown on English-language schools acting as ‘back door’ to work permitsSenior officials are ‘developing options to reduce [the] number’ of English language students here
Only 2% of asylum seekers transferred back to EU state where they first appliedFigures show 361 people who applied for asylum in Ireland in 2025 had already been granted protection in another EU state
Ireland will play home match against Israel at neutral venue, Government figures suggestGardaí reported to have raised concerns about policing the fixture if it were held in Dublin
Ireland should avail of EU loans for defence if scheme reopens, says Harris State not ‘immune from the big threats’, says Tánaiste
Harris sketches out incentivised savings scheme to help ‘middle classes’No special savings incentive account, but Minister for Finance says the middle class should make money
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‘The bag was a gift’ – Maria Steen on the presidential campaign accessory that prompted widespread comment Would-be Independent candidate discusses election and flood of supportive emails following unsuccessful bid
Taoiseach gave Trump personalised golf set during last year’s St Patrick’s Day visitJD Vance presented with silver cufflinks while his wife Usha received Meab Enamels silk scarf
Push to close nicotine loopholes at EU level, WHO chief tells McNeillTedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned of ‘strong opposition’ from industry over vapes and pouches
History no longer casts such a shadow over Irish politics but we can’t gloss over the pastGerry Hutch, who plans to run in a byelection, has been a central figure in organised crime in Dublin
Ireland should apologise for ‘unjustifiable conduct’ during Troubles, says new UUP leaderJon Burrows criticises ‘double standard on legacy’, but stresses respect and good relationships
Who’s the president of Europe? Sinn Féin TD can’t seem to grasp the EU presidency conceptCathy Bennett rendered the Oireachtas foreign affairs committee speechless with her knowledge of Europe
Catherine Connolly’s first 100 days as President: ‘She’s careful, she’s considered, she’s steady’Expectations that she would enter into open conflict with Government Buildings have not transpired, though some observers believe she is feeling her way into the role
President’s first overseas trip to be to UK before summerTrip will not be a full State visit but is likely to be structured around events with Irish communities
Social Democrats apologise to former justice minister over false Epstein files accusation Alan Shatter says Gary Gannon’s post led to a ‘tsunami of invective and antisemitic abuse’
From rent reform rows to short-term lets: Housing remains biggest issue in Irish politicsInside Politics: Sinn Féin under fire for opposing €90bn loan to Ukraine; Taoiseach stages landmark moment in the Dáil
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Taoiseach says Ireland against Israel football fixtures should proceed ‘Sport can be challenging when it crosses into the realm of politics,’ Martin says
Flood defence funding may have to be cut to pay for children’s science centre, OPW warns Building for national facility, which could cost up to €70m, must be provided by end of 2029 under arbitrator’s finding
Sinn Féin calls for boycott of Ireland’s Israel fixture as Uefa faces criticismSporting and political figures call on ‘superpowers’ to relieve team of difficult decision
Wait time for refugee family reunification to be altered to two years, says MinisterJim O’Callaghan tells Dáil International Protection Bill will be amended following comments by TDs
People with information on Epstein Ireland allegations should go to gardaí, Harris saysSimon Harris said he would discuss claims with Taoiseach and Minister for Justice
‘Shannon was bursting out in tears with fear’: Boyd-Barrett tells Dáil of couple and children facing evictionCouple and children with special needs face living in hostel due to impending ‘no fault’ eviction, Dáil told
Ireland has ‘nothing to fear’ over push on EU financial reforms, says Martin Taoiseach ‘watching out’ for European shifts that could undermine Ireland’s position as a financial services hub
Scoliosis advocacy group calls for immediate publication of orthopaedic reportFirst phase of review into paediatric orthopaedic services that examined work of a consultant has been completed
Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch says he plans to contest Dublin byelection Hutch narrowly lost out on a Dublin Central seat in the 2024 general election
Martin looks to shatter silence over Freddie ScappaticciTaoiseach’s Dáil naming of Freddie Scappaticci as infamous M15 agent Stakeknife will pressure British government to follow course
Global computer shortage could affect civil service, hospitals and gardaí Supercomputers used to train AI models are disrupting technology supply chains all over the world
‘Fighting for our place in new global economy’: EU leaders meet to revive bloc’s economySmaller coalition could go it alone on EU capital market reforms, says Ursula von der Leyen
Group behind planned children’s science centre says it would raise €25m for fit-outReport last year suggested it could cost €70m to develop the long-planned facility beside Dublin’s National Concert Hall
Tens of thousands face rent rises, say Sinn Féin, after Tenancies Bill passes Dáil voteGovernment-supporting TD Danny-Healy Rae votes against rent reform legislation amid protests
Jim O’Callaghan hails balance of rights, protections as Defamation Bill passes OireachtasAbolition of juries in High Court defamation cases is most significant change in decades
Search for new Department of Health chief begins as Robert Watt’s term set to expireSuccessor will earn lower salary than higher rate granted to Covid-era appointment
Margaret Loftus says 13 years before Garda husband was convicted almost broke herMargaret Loftus says she was intimidated and punished by her Garda colleagues after reporting her husband for assault
Taoiseach’s naming of Stakeknife puts pressure on British government to do the sameNI Secretary Hilary Benn urged to drop ‘neither confirm nor deny’ policy and formally identify agent in House of Commons
More than 50 unfinished houses in Tipperary are to be demolished, Dáil hearsWork halted in 2007 when council said homes were not in compliance with planning permission
Taoiseach names Freddie Scappaticci in the Dáil as former British agent Stakeknife Micheál Martin says identity of spy was ‘clear to everybody here’ and that he should be officially named by the UK government
Government throwing ‘renters to wolves’ with new rental market laws, Sinn Féin claimsTaoiseach accuses Mary Lou McDonald of being ‘interested in chaos’ and says she ‘couldn’t care less if we provide more houses’
Wicklow councillors vote to prevent media from attending committee meetingsDecision comes amid criticism of councillors over continued failure to reopen Bray to Greystones cliff walk
Michael Healy-Rae’s win leaves questions about Government’s zeal for ending homelessnessInside Politics: preferred pronouns in schools, and incentives for immigrants to join the Defence Forces
Key reports from child protection rapporteur delayedSenior officials had sought updates, saying reports were ‘key output associated with the position’
Sinn Féin MEPs to vote against €90bn EU loan for UkraineParty supports provision of humanitarian aid but says proposed loan is ‘primarily for military expenditure’
U-turn on regulating short-term lets: striking a balance or a sop to Michael Healy-Rae? With two rental properties and 300 Airbnbs, Killarney is a battleground for housing need versus tourism
Martin rejects call for State apology for its conduct during the TroublesBy Anne LuceyMon Feb 16 2026 - 17:06
Golf stuff for Trump, whiskey for Zelenskiy and maybe a tastier return for the Irish publicBy Paul Colgan
Ireland should apologise for ‘unjustifiable conduct’ during Troubles, says new UUP leaderBy Freya McClements
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Wait time for refugee family reunification to be altered to two years, says MinisterJim O’Callaghan tells Dáil International Protection Bill will be amended following comments by TDsBy Sarah BurnsThu Feb 12 2026 - 18:01
‘Shannon was bursting out in tears with fear’: Boyd-Barrett tells Dáil of couple and children facing eviction