Fergal O'Brien

Business Correspondent

Micheál Martin said the proposed changes would 'in no way undermine' Ireland's military neutrality (File: RollingNews.ie)

Government taking steps to abandon neutrality - Sinn Féin

Sinn Féin has accused the Government of taking the first dangerous steps towards abandoning the country's long-standing policy of neutrality after draft legislation to amend the triple lock was approved by the Cabinet.

Politics • 04 Mar 25

Micheál Martin said there has to be a sustainable peace for Ukraine

Suspension of US aid to Ukraine 'a serious setback'

The Taoiseach has said there is "no doubt" the decision by US President Donald Trump to pause military aid to Ukraine is "a very, very serious development".

Politics • 04 Mar 25

Hundreds of people took part in the event organised by the Ukrainian Action in Ireland and the Ukraine Crisis Centre Ireland groups

Dublin march marks third anniversary of Ukraine invasion

A march has taken place in Dublin to mark the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, which falls tomorrow.

Ukraine • 23 Feb 25

Independent Ireland TD Ken O'Flynn said he believes 'the reality of Ireland's immigration crisis can no longer be ignored' and he called for an urgent reform of the asylum system

Call for full reform of Ireland's asylum seeker process

There has been a call for a "full, absolute root and branch reform" of Ireland's asylum seeker process.

Ireland • 17 Feb 25

Gardaí said the men, aged from their mid-20s to mid-40s, were attacked by a man in his late-20s

Arrest as three hurt in 'serious' Stoneybatter incident

Three men have been injured following what gardaí described as a "serious incident" in Dublin.

Dublin • 10 Feb 25

Stephane Benz made no comment during the brief court appearance

Man charged with murder of his father in Malahide

A 29-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of his father in Co Dublin.

Ireland • 10 Feb 25

Some of the most recent research on the site also includes the role of health professionals (stock image)

Repository showcasing mental health research launched

A new online repository showcasing decades of innovative mental health research has been launched by St Patrick's Mental Health Services.

Dublin • 23 Jan 25

The light-utility helicopters will be used for pilot training to support Defence Forces operations and the Garda Air Support Unit [file image]

Deal reached for new helicopters at a cost of over €90m

The Department of Defence has signed a deal to buy four new helicopters aimed at boosting the capabilities of the Air Corps

Ireland • 30 Dec 24

Deal reached for new helicopters at a cost of over €90m

The Department of Defence has signed a deal to buy four new helicopters aimed at boosting the capabilities of the Air Corps

Ireland • 29 Dec 24

The prison service said daily average prisoner numbers had risen by 11.1% in 2023

Prison service says it is facing 'significant challenges'

The Irish Prison Service has said it is facing "significant challenges" due a rising prison population.

Crime • 13 Dec 24