With no third party to disproportionately set the agenda or take the blame, the prospect of Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael parting as good friends at the end of the next Government will be more challenging
Michael Lowry expects to meet Chambers and McEntee to discuss ‘parameters’ of engagement in government formation talks
With Labour divided and the Social Democrats sceptical, the focus is on a handful of Independents
Michael Lowry indicates he is open to supporting next government while Independent Ireland say they would want policies addressed before discussing ministerial positions
Electorate did not back Independents at level suggested by polling during the campaign but they could still play major role in 34th Dáil
Election 2024: Local elections results suggest Labour is in reasonably good health here and Alan Kelly is a big beast
We voters need to consider our ambivalence about political standards
Payment to Denis O’Connor comes 27 years after the inquiry was established
Coalition deals with Independents have been commonplace for decades, though Simon Harris has ruled out ‘transactional’ arrangements on his path to the Taoiseach’s office
Naughten has indicated support for Harris on social media, while Lowry is expected to come out in support of him next week
Fine Gael leader, who is set to be voted into role next week, has ruled out ‘transactional’ deals
Taoiseach hits out at Mayo councillors over anti-refugee motion as Opposition deputies criticise Government in Dáil over management of refugee crisis
Ceann Comhairle suspends chamber after People Before Profit TDs, calling for a debate on Gaza, fail to resume their seats
Bríd Smith accuses some TDs of echoing far-right, while Ceann Comhairle says her claims diminish ‘appalling nature’ of Nazism
Racket Hall closed on Thursday with plans to house 160 international protection applicants in Tipperary hotel
Protest staged at Racket Hall which is to house 160 international protection applicants as local Independent TD says town is ‘overburdened’
Tipperary TD, who was criticised in tribunal report, said his representation costs amounted to €2.8 million
Taoiseach could always have attended himself in a private capacity but sending his official representative gave his Government’s seal of approval to Dunne
Requiem Mass for former Dunnes Stores chief executive to take place on Tuesday in west Dublin
Fallout from Florida incident lasted for two decades and reached the top of Irish politics
How much money is too much money to spend on shining a light in places that those with money and power would rather one was not shone?
Move comes as Government prepares to defend court action against 1995 licence award to businessman Denis O’Brien
Increase in violence, disrespect, oversight and paperwork all contributing to growing difficulties facing rank and file, Dáil hears
Siteserv report is just the latest iteration of a them-and-us culture in which the ordinary taxpayer must forever stump up
While many start out in a party gene pool, they quickly carve out a new identity. The one thing they can’t survive is going into government
Talented back one of four nominees for men’s XVs players’ player of the year
Dan McFarland’s side face a tense encounter in the Scottish capital on Saturday
Munster have lost on their last four visits to Belfast dating back to October 2016
French aristocrats show their mettle to secure one-point aggregate win
But stats show McFarland’s side possess the backs to thwart the champions again
Operator to present plans to remove bottlenecks after Dáil committee’s visit to airport
Their impressive run of seven straight wins comes to an end away to the Stomers
McFarland picks Ireland internationals for tour while Jenkins returns for Munster
The Offload: Ireland conceded just four tries during the Six Nations
Losing bonus point keeps Leinster on top of the table after Belfast defeat
Win could potentially see McFarland’s side leapfrog Leinster into pole position
Andy Farrell picks an experienced team for Saturday’s trip to Twickenham
‘It was a great to get another lad another debut and it also adds to the depth in the squad’
Stewart Moore the student of the game; Mikey Lowry shows his compassionate side
Italy’s presence should not be guaranteed if they cannot be competitive
Andy Farrell looks on the bright side of a game marred by inaccuracy and a contentious law
Ulster fullback got over for two tries and also selflessly set up one for James Lowe
Visitors ended the game with 12 players on the pitch after early red card
Opportunity knocks for Lowry and Carbery as Farrell’s men target bonus-point victory
‘I would love to see Joey get a bit more game-time, not necessarily just this weekend’
The Taoiseach is off saving the world, and his stand-in doesn’t really do excitement
Irish fullback full of praise for Michael Lowry but not keen on him starting against Italy
Connacht hooker called up but Keith Earls continues to rehab a hamstring injury
Irish coach’s promise to bring emerging players into the squad yielding rewards
Connacht’s hopes hit by two yellow cards as poor run continues for Andy Friend’s side
Caelan Doris, Jimmy O’Brien and Josh van der Flier included on longlist
Win would give province home advantage as Champions Cup unfurls towards its final
Despite injuries as Six Nations looms, Andy Farrell has made some smart player choices
Forwards coach Roddy Grant expects another fierce physical test against French side
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices
