Differing views in Fianna Fail over marriage equality

Dublin delegate accuses party of going for ‘pink vote’ to win next election

Brian Lenihan’s family seek legal advice on banking inquiry

Conor Lenihan ‘surprised’ at decision not to hear evidence from late minister’s relatives

Extension of Seanad voting rights unlikely before election

Plans to extend rights to emigrants and those living in the North would need ‘longer run-in’

FF colleague claims Haughey knew phones were tapped

John O’Leary says in his memoirs he formed the view after meeting with Haughey

Reaction to note ‘political correctness gone mad’ - Lowry

Independent TD responds to reappointment controversy

Most elderly too dependent on State pension, says lobbyist

Payment ‘condemns people to living last third of lives on income just above poverty line’

Jackie Healy-Rae: tributes paid to ‘stalwart for Kerry’

Colourful Indpendent Dáil performer supported two Fianna Fáil-led administrations

Halve number of Garda regions department urges

A whole suite of reform measures was available and an opportunity for extensive restructuring existed

Murphy victory in Dublin South West a master stroke in tactics

Analysis: Anti-austerity candidate concentrated on water charges in Sinn Féin stronghold

Launch of dedicated television channel to cover Oireachtas proceedings

Broadcaster John Bowman recalls political resistance to the proposal in early RTÉ years

Candidates of the left vie to take seat left vacant by election of Hayes to Europe

The battle for this four-seater is likely to be in late September or early October

Fianna Fail could make comeback in Roscommon-South Leitrim byelection

FF first to nominate candidate for anticipated autumn poll

Donnelly refuses to say whether he will join political party

Persistent rumours that Independent Wicklow TD has been approached by Fianna Fáil

Labour Senator may not go for election unless Roscommon A&E opened

John Kelly wants ‘feasibility’ of reopening accident and emergency service considered

Fianna Fáil keeps eye on Senators’ electoral intentions

TDs to decide over the summer if they are going to contest the next general election

Byelections expected to be held in late September

Appointment of Phil Hogan as European Commissioner would create a third vacancy

FF unlikely to nominate former minister John O’Donoghue

Former minister ‘political toast’ and unlikely to run in next general election

Kerins threatens legal action against PAC

Committee has serious issues to address, says former Rehab chief’s solicitor

Sinn Féin mops up council places with articulate and well-educated young candidates

New breed of SF activist is intensely loyal to party and Adams

Fine Gael’s Gabrielle McFadden has comfortable byelection win in Longford-Westmeath

Sinn Féin soars while Labour vote falls

McFadden favourite to win Longford-Westmeath byelection

Fianna Fáil’s O’Rourke continues political dynasty

Socialist MEP appeals for support for third Dublin seat

Dublin West byelection candidate Ruth Coppinger pledges support for homeless

Martin says FF leadership not under discussion

Fianna Fáil leader makes light of reports about John McGuinness interest

Martin criticises Irish and British governments for failure on peace process issues

FF leader attacks Sinn Féin’s claim to 1916 link

FG backbenchers call on Flannery to attend PAC meeting

Some PAC members asked not turn it into a ‘witch-hunt or circus’

Dublin’s upbeat assessment of banks ‘at odds with ECB’, says FF finance spokesman

Exchange comes as Moody’s cautious report on Irish banking sector hits shares in Bank of Ireland

Upbeat FG delegates express strong support for Kenny and Shatter

Concern expressed at ardfheis about health services and lack of jobs for young people

Full disclosure on income in charity sector desirable, says Kenny

Call for Fine Gael strategist Flannery to attend PAC Rehab hearing

Green Party to contest all constituencies in European elections

Ryan says Irish effort will be part of Green campaign throughout Europe

Strong support for Shatter among Fine Gael and Labour backbenchers

TDs want Minister to resolve any confusionsurrounding whistleblower controversies soon

Coalition has confidence in Shatter, says Burton

Paper noting ‘serious issues’ within Garda passed to Minister two years ago, claims Martin

Confidential recipient Oliver Connolly relieved of duties

Opposition seeks statement on matter from Minister for Justice

Former taoiseach John Bruton calls for Dáil reform at constitutional convention

Bruton wants reforms to allow for more Dáil debate

Seanad reform plan to be unveiled

Government to be urged to extend vote to all citizens

No Government appetite for sweeping Seanad reform involving all voters

Sources say public interest focused on the economy

Wily O’Donoghue seeks Kerry nomination as Fianna Fáil views return with unease

Party HQ does not want former senior office-holders, on big pensions, as general election candidates

FF to resist return of former top figures

Ex-office holders standing for election an ’appalling vista’, says party source

State-funded report calls for commission of inquiry into banking collapse

Study conducted with Transparency Ireland also calls for bill of rights and lower voting age

McGrath to seek clarity on taxing of pensions in excess of €60,000

FF finance spokesman: favourable treatment for public servants could not be justified

FF leader pays tribute to two former colleagues who died at the weekend

Former minister Noel Davern and former TD Denis Foley both died at the weekend

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