Politics Social Democrats Leader Holly Cairns to Miss Dáil Return Following Medical Advice
The Cork South-West TD has been advised to rest at home during her pregnancy, stepping back from the party's annual think-in and parliamentary resumption.
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Politics Department of Justice Discloses Over €3m Spent on Deportation Charter Flights
Correspondence sent to the Dáil Public Accounts Committee outlines security and safety risks to Garda escorts during transit in foreign jurisdictions.
US President Donald Trump Concludes Two-Day Visit to Ireland
Air Force One departed Shannon Airport on Sunday evening following political engagements in Dublin, comments on Irish unity, and an appearance in Doonbeg.
Sinn Féin Leaders to Sign Independence Memorandum at Cardiff Summit
Mary Lou McDonald and Michelle O'Neill will join the leaders of the SNP and Plaid Cymru to sign a joint document calling for referendums on self-determination.
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Politics Donald Trump Backs Irish Unification During Dublin Press Conference
The US President described a unified Ireland as 'fantastic' during a bilateral meeting in Dublin, prompting swift reactions from Downing Street and political leaders.
Politics National Demonstration Assembles in Dublin to Protest Visit of US President Donald Trump
Demonstrators gather at the Garden of Remembrance ahead of a march through Dublin city centre as US President Donald Trump arrives in Ireland.
Politics US President Donald Trump Arrives in Dublin for Bilateral Talks with Irish Leaders
The US president is holding meetings with Irish President Catherine Connolly and Taoiseach Micheál Martin before travelling to Doonbeg for the Irish Open.
Politics Helen McEntee Confirms Tuesday Commencement for Ireland's Occupied Territories Bill
The signing of the commencement order will criminalise the import of goods from illegal Israeli settlements, coming two days after US President Donald Trump departs Ireland.
Politics President Catherine Connolly Hosts Victims' Campaigner Ann Travers at Áras an Uachtaráin
The courtesy call follows public controversy over a Belfast photograph showing the President alongside Mary McArdle, who was convicted over the 1984 IRA murder of Mary Travers.
Politics Harris Hints at Carbon Tax Separation for Home Heating Oil Ahead of Budget
Tánaiste Simon Harris says the Government could differentiate home heating oil from broader carbon tax increases to protect households from rising winter fuel bills.
Politics Irish Government Approves Priority Drafting for Naturalisation Law Reforms
The proposed legislation would extend the residency requirement for citizenship from five to eight years and introduce mandatory language and civics tests.
Politics Fine Gael Begins Parliamentary Think-In in Gorey Ahead of Budget 2027
Party members gather in County Wexford to outline fiscal priorities and address cost-of-living concerns amid coalition debates on upcoming budget measures.
Politics Sinn Féin Proposes €1.5 Billion Personal Tax Package to Abolish USC on First €40,000 Earned
Finance spokesperson Pearse Doherty outlined the alternative budget measure during the party's annual parliamentary gathering in Malahide.
Politics Dublin City Council Accused of Censorship After Rejecting Trump Protest Poster Designs
The Irish Neutrality League has criticized local authorities after permission was refused for poster artwork featuring the US President ahead of his planned visit to Ireland.
Politics Minister Jack Chambers Signals Income Tax Cuts in Budget 2027 Will Be 'Modest'
Public Expenditure Minister Jack Chambers told Fianna Fáil’s party think-in that workers can expect tax savings of 'a few hundred euro' as the government prioritises economic prudence.
Politics US Military Chinooks Land in Dublin Ahead of Donald Trump Visit
Four US Army heavy-lift helicopters arrived at Baldonnel Airfield as security operations ramp up for the upcoming US presidential visit to Ireland.
Politics EU Agriculture Ministers Gather in Dublin for Presidency Informal Summit
Chaired by Minister Martin Heydon, the three-day AGRIFISH meeting focuses on livestock sustainability, European food security, and post-2027 agricultural policy.
Politics Minister for Justice Proposes Overhaul of Irish Citizenship Laws
The proposed legislation would extend the naturalisation residency requirement to eight years and introduce language, civics, and financial self-sufficiency criteria.
Politics Green Party Senator Proposes Bill Requiring 'Mercosur Meat' Labels on South American Imports
Legislation introduced by Malcolm Noonan would force retailers to prominently label meat imported under the EU-Mercosur trade deal to ensure consumer transparency.
Politics Sinn Féin Edges Ahead of Fine Gael in Latest Ireland Thinks Poll
The latest Sunday Independent/Ireland Thinks poll puts Sinn Féin at 21% ahead of Fine Gael on 19%, while Aontú reaches a record high of 8%.
Politics Heather Humphreys Speaks Out Over 'Toxic Sectarian Abuse' During 2025 Presidential Campaign
Former Fine Gael minister Heather Humphreys has detailed the targeted sectarian abuse she and her family faced during her campaign for the Irish presidency.
Politics Government Prepares to Join EU-Nigeria Migration Readmission Pact
Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan seeks Cabinet approval for an EU-wide agreement aimed at accelerating returns of undocumented Nigerian nationals.
Politics EU General Affairs Council Concludes Dublin Castle Summit on Budget and Enlargement
Ministers from member states and candidate countries met in Dublin as Ireland's EU presidency seeks consensus on the 2028–2034 budget and accession policy.
Politics Russian Embassy Rejects Irish Govt Stance After Ambassador Summoned Over German Drone Incident
The Russian Embassy in Dublin accused the Irish Government of adopting unsubstantiated EU claims following the formal summoning of Ambassador Yury Filatov over a foiled drone attack in Germany.
Politics Phoenix Park and Dublin Zoo to Close for Donald Trump's Dublin Visit
The Office of Public Works and An Garda Síochána announced a 43-hour closure of Phoenix Park and Dublin Zoo to facilitate security operations for US President Donald Trump.
Politics Civil Rights Coalitions Urge Ireland to Shield International Criminal Court from US Sanctions
The Irish Council for Civil Liberties and global human rights partners have called on Foreign Affairs Minister Helen McEntee to leverage Ireland's EU Presidency to defend ICC judges and staff.
Politics Taoiseach Hosts Third Child Poverty and Well-Being Summit in Ballymun Ahead of Budget 2027
Micheál Martin calls tackling child poverty the government's 'north star' as ministers and advocacy groups gather in Dublin to review progress on 2030 targets.
Politics EU Foreign Ministers Conclude Wicklow Summit as EU Outlines Expansive Russia Sanctions
Hosted under Ireland's EU Council Presidency, the informal Gymnich meeting produced announcements on 1,600 proposed defense-sector listings and key discussions on European security.
Politics President Catherine Connolly and Taoiseach Micheál Martin Set to Meet Donald Trump During Irish Visit
Official arrangements confirm US President Donald Trump will hold engagements in Dublin before visiting his Doonbeg golf resort on September 12–13.
Politics Labour Party Proposes €100 Monthly Grocery Supplement for Child Benefit Recipients
Unveiling pre-Budget 2027 demands at its Galway think-in, the opposition party proposed a targeted winter shopping top-up to assist families with rising food costs.