Joe Mag Raollaigh

Political Coverage Editor

A number of memos on housing and planning are to be considered at Cabinet today (Stock image)

Government to consider housing and planning memos

The Government is due to consider a number of memos on housing and planning being brought to Cabinet by Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne.

Politics • 01 Jul 25

Ireland has 'big problem' with domestic abuse - minister

The Minister for Justice has said there is a big problem with domestic violence in Ireland.

Ireland • 30 Jun 25

Move to halt project to build social homes 'a setback'

The Government has been forced to defend the decision to stop a public-private partnership project that would have built thousands of new homes in Dublin city and surrounding counties.

Ireland • 29 Jun 25

Rise in number of people recorded as homeless last month

The number of men, women and children experiencing homelessness increased in May compared to the previous month.

Ireland • 27 Jun 25

Minister for Defence Simon Harris intends to sign Ireland up to Security Action for Europe scheme

EU scheme on defence systems about 'common procurement'

The Tánaiste has said that by signing Ireland up to an EU instrument called Security Action for Europe, or SAFE, it will "assist us in keeping our people and our country safe in terms of our defence force capabilities".

Politics • 27 Jun 25

Irish embassy in Iran shut amid 'deteriorating' situation

The Irish embassy in Tehran has temporarily closed in light of escalating clashes between Iran and Israel, Tánaiste Simon Harris has said.

Middle East • 20 Jun 25

The Seanad has a unique electoral system

Supplementary register recommended for Seanad elections

The introduction of a supplementary register is among a number of recommendations following a review by An Coimisiún Toghcháin of the conduct of the Seanad elections last January.

Politics • 20 Jun 25

TD introduces bill to ban fox hunting in Ireland

People Before Profit-Solidarity TD Ruth Coppinger has introduced a bill to the Dáil to ban fox hunting in Ireland, aiming to amend the Animal and Health Welfare act.

Politics • 27 May 25