Call for fair play for rural Ireland in emission talks A group of prominent Fine Gael TDs and senators have warned that "finger-pointing" runs the risk of tarnishing Ireland's reputation as one of the world's … Climate Change • 25 Jul
Independent TDs back walking the corridors of power As the political system now braces itself for a disorderly autumn and winter period, already work is under way to solidify support from the Independent … Analysis and Comment • 24 Jul
'Tense' talks over agriculture carbon emissions cuts Efforts aimed at reaching an agreement on carbon emission reductions in the agriculture sector have been described this evening as tense. Climate Change • 23 Jul
Workers could defer pension under 'flexible' plan The age at which people receive the State pension is set to remain at 66 under plans set to be finalised by the Government in … Politics • 23 Jul
Refugee visa rules changed amid accommodation shortage Refugees travelling here from 20 'safe' European countries will now be required to hold visas under a change agreed by Government. Ireland • 19 Jul
New turf regulations look set to be signed into law New regulations around the sale of turf and smoky coal have been welcomed by the Fine Gael Parliamentary party. Ireland • 13 Jul
Call for publication of HSE audit over organ retention The Taoiseach has called for the publication of a HSE audit of the organ retention and disposal practices in hospitals in Ireland. Politics • 13 Jul
85 TDs vote confidence in Govt, 66 against The Government has won a confidence motion in the Dáil - 85 TDs voted with the Coalition and 66 against. Politics • 13 Jul
Turf regulations back on agenda for Coalition leaders Politically controversial regulations around the sale of turf will be discussed by Government party leaders tonight. Politics • 11 Jul
Taoiseach looking to future with hope as Johnson goes The Taoiseach, often guarded in his comments around fragile Anglo-Irish relations, did not seek to diminish the difficulties created by Boris Johnson. Analysis and Comment • 07 Jul