Sandra Hurley

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The Dáil was hearing statements on domestic, sexual and gender based violence with survivors in attendance in the public gallery

Dáil hears call for 'strangulation porn' to be banned

The Dáil has heard a call for so-called "strangulation porn" to be banned.

Politics • 10 Jul 25

Postmasters warn of closure of 40% of post offices

Postmasters have warned that 40% of post offices could close unless Government funding for the network is increased.

Politics • 25 Jun 25

Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald speaks during Leaders' Questions in the Dáil

'Step-change needed' to end violence against women - SF

Achieving zero-tolerance of violence against women requires a "step-change from Government", Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has said.

Ireland • 25 Jun 25

Defence Forces Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Rossa Mulcahy said several positive measures were under way to address the issue

Lower pay blamed for air traffic controller shortage

The head of the Defence Forces has blamed lower pay and competition from the commercial sector for the crisis in military air traffic controllers.

Politics • 25 Jun 25

Food prices 'out of control', Dáil hears

Households are being "hammered left, right, and centre" because food prices are "out of control", the Sinn Féin leader has said.

Politics • 24 Jun 25

The so-called 'combined opposition' has pooled its weight and resources repeatedly to advance issues of mutual interest (RollingNews.ie)

'Combined opposition' set to continue, but for how long?

The sight of Opposition leaders gathering together on the plinth at Leinster House has become very familiar in recent weeks. But, overall, there are mixed views as to how long the combined opposition will last.

Analysis and Comment • 21 Jun 25

Magnifying glass in front of an open newspaper with paper houses. Concept of rent, search, purchase real estate.

More housing announcements seek to unblock issues

There may be no silver bullet to magically boost housing output, but the Government has certainly accelerated its own output on housing decisions.

Analysis and Comment • 17 Jun 25

Hundreds of people gathered outside Leinster House for the rally

Hundreds attend Raise the Roof rally outside Dáil

The Raise the Roof campaign group held a rally outside the Dáil calling for urgent Government action on Ireland's housing and homelessness crisis.

Politics • 17 Jun 25

Opened front door, staircase in the background

Rent Pressure Zone legislation could pass this week

Minister for Housing James Browne says he is "very confident" that legislation expanding rent pressure zones across the country will be passed this week.

Ireland • 17 Jun 25