Mícheál Lehane

Political Correspondent

Cabinet to discuss bill on forestry licence appeals

The Cabinet is today expected to approve the text of a Forestry Bill that is aiming to urgently change the way appeals against forestry licences ...

Politics • 1 hr

Govt considers stopping indoor dining in Dublin outlets

The Cabinet is to consider a request from the National Public Health Emergency Team to stop indoor dining at pubs and restaurants in Dublin.

Coronavirus • 17 Sep

Govt set to decide on further Dublin measures on Friday

There are strong indications tonight that any final decision to tighten restrictions in Dublin would be made by the Government on Friday.

Coronavirus • 16 Sep

Dublin 'wet pubs' set to remain shut amid rise in cases

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has said special measures will be needed to address the Covid-19 situation in Dublin, while it is likely that pubs that do ...

Coronavirus • 14 Sep

Dáil hears government has 'hostile attitude' to pubs

The Dáil has heard claims that the Government has a "hostile attitude" to pubs while it turns a "blind eye" to the impact of house ...

Politics • 09 Sep

UK should re-engage with EU over Brexit, says Taoiseach

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has spoken by phone to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and outlined his concerns about the latest developments in London on Brexit.

Brexit • 09 Sep

Cautious welcome from publicans on reopening date

Publicans have given a cautious welcome to news that all pubs will be able to reopen from 21 September, while political sources indicated that some ...

Coronavirus • 08 Sep

Govt conveys concerns to UK over NI Protocol reports

The Government has conveyed its concerns bilaterally through diplomatic and official channels amid reports that the British government may override parts of the EU-UK Withdrawal ...

Brexit • 07 Sep