Sandra Hurley

Political Reporter

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald speaking at a launch of the party's new immigration policy (pic: RollingNews.ie)

McDonald calls for more IPA centres in 'better off' areas

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has said that more international protection centres should be located in better off areas under its new immigration policy.

Politics • 23 Jul 24

Zero new housing units were built by local authorities (File image)

O'Brien denies Govt failing in delivery of social housing

Minister for Housing Darragh O'Brien has rejected accusations that the Government is failing in its delivery of social and affordable housing.

Politics • 16 Jul 24

Disturbances broke out after construction equipment was brought on site

O'Gorman rejects criticism over Coolock engagement

Minister for Integration Roderic O'Gorman has rejected suggestions that there was limited engagement with the local community in Coolock on a proposed new accommodation centre.

Ireland • 16 Jul 24

Garvey sees off Hourigan to become Green deputy leader

Senator Róisín Garvey is the new deputy leader of the Green Party following a vote by party members.

Politics • 15 Jul 24

Mary Lou McDonald was speaking after Sinn Féin met to consider its poor election performance (Pics: RollingNews.ie)

SF 'didn't reflect' concerns on immigration - McDonald

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has said that the party failed to have the backs of their supporters and to listen to their concerns on immigration.

Politics • 13 Jul 24

With the Dáil back in mid-September, there may be only around six weeks to pass outstanding legislation

Which legislation is still outstanding as Dáil rises?

The Dáil rose for two months this week but when it returns, there will be a race to the finish line if there is an election in November.

Analysis and Comment • 13 Jul 24

Roderic O'Gorman and Pippa Hackett made their cases to lead the Green Party

Leadership hopefuls set out stalls at Green Party event

Around 200 Green Party members attended a leadership hustings tonight where the two candidates to succeed Eamon Ryan set out their stalls.

Politics • 27 Jun 24

James Lawless, Micheál Martin and Dara Calleary

Dara Calleary named as junior minister attending Cabinet

Dara Calleary has been announced as the new super junior minister attending Cabinet meetings.

Politics • 27 Jun 24

The committee head that broadcasters 'hate' the moratorium and very much want to see it gone (file image)

Review of broadcast moratorium set to be done by election

The executive chair of Coimisiún na Meán has said its review of the broadcasting moratorium will be concluded in time for the next election.

Politics • 26 Jun 24

Eamon Ryan said 'we are into a new political cycle'

Eamon Ryan departs politics on own terms after 25 years

Eamon Ryan was dubbed a "conviction politician" according to both his admirers and his detractors.

Politics • 19 Jun 24