Mícheál Lehane

Political Correspondent

Taoiseach Micheál Martin speaking at the Fianna Fáil Ard Fheis

Disability supports a priority, says Taoiseach in address

The Taoiseach has said a cost of disability support is a defining priority for his Government as he committed to increases in pensions and other supports.

Politics • 3 hrs

a photograph of micheal martin speaking to reporters

Budget 2026 needs to strike a balance - Taoiseach

The Taoiseach has said October's Budget will need to strike a balance between being prudent and addressing urgent need.

Politics • 15 May

People arrive to cast their votes at St Laurence O'Tooles National School in Dublin

Poll suggests lead for SF's Boylan in Dublin Central

Sinn Féin's candidate in the Dublin Central bye-election, Janice Boylan, is leading the field on 21% first- preference support, an opinion poll has suggested.

Politics • 14 May

Bertie Ahern pictured during an event for the 50th anniversary of Eamon De Valera's death

Ahern migrant comments 'disturbing' - Muslim body chair

The chairperson of the Irish Muslim Peace and Integration Council has described comments by former taoiseach Bertie Ahern on migrants as "deeply disturbing".

Ireland • 14 May

Rubbish illegally dumped on a roadside in south county Dublin

Littering, dog fouling fines to rise by €100 in September

Fines for littering and dog fouling will be increased by €100 from the beginning of September.

Ireland • 13 May

Social Democrats' abortion bill defeated in Dáil vote

The Social Democrats' Reproductive Rights (Amendment) Bill has been defeated in the Dáil by 85 votes to 30.

Politics • 14 May

Lesser-spotted moments of unity amid fractious Dáil mood

There is little harmony in the Dáil these days as a furious opposition repeatedly call on the Government to immediately free up more money for households struggling to cope with rising prices.

Analysis and Comment • 09 May

€127k bike shed at Kerry hospital a 'pure waste' - SF

The building of a bicycle shed at University Hospital Kerry, which cost €127,000, is a "pure waste" and another slap in the face to families who are at breaking point, the Dáil has heard.

Politics • 07 May

Mary Lou McDonald said: 'People are sick of you standing back as they take hit after hit'

Govt 'gutless' over cost of living, Sinn Féin claims

Opposition TDs have rounded on the Government over the cost of living as the issue dominated Leaders' Questions in the Dáil.

Politics • 06 May

'Right to be Forgotten' legislation for cancer patients

Tánaiste Simon Harris and Minister of State Robert Troy will seek Government approval for the 'Right to be Forgotten' legislation for cancer patients.

Politics • 28 Apr