Joe Mag Raollaigh

Political Coverage Editor

Verona Murphy described the situation as 'farcical'

'Holy show' - Chaotic scenes as Dáil passes speaking vote

The Dáil has passed changes to speaking time arrangements in the chamber amid chaotic scenes in which Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy said deputies were "making a holy show of themselves".

Politics • 25 Mar 25

Government and Opposition are at loggerheads over speaking time and the regional independent TDs group

Reigniting: All you need to know on the Dáil speaking rights row

When the Dáil reconvenes at 2pm tomorrow, the so-called 'speaking time' row is expected to reach a boiling point, a full three months on from November's General Election.

Prime Time • 28 Mar 25

Independent Senator Gerard Craughwell (file image - RollingNews.ie)

State loses appeal after claims of airspace 'secret deal'

The State has lost its appeal to block a case seeking to compel officials to confirm if Ireland has a secret deal with Britain to allow the RAF to enter Irish airspace in the event of a terrorist or international attack.

Courts • 18 Mar 25

Explainer: Triple Lock or not for peacekeeping missions

Campaigners claim the Security Council veto does not stop UN mandates for peacekeeping as legislation to end the Triple Lock advances here.

Clarity • 16 Mar 25

Donald Trump seen receiving the traditional bowl of shamrock in 2019 during his previous White House term

What will Taoiseach raise during face-to-face with Trump?

After much speculation the Taoiseach's annual invite to the White House for St Patrick's Day festivities has finally arrived, but what will Taoiseach Micheál Martin's priorities be as he has a face-to-face with Donald Trump?

Analysis and Comment • 02 Mar 25

The Tánaiste said the new military capabilities will include the acquisition of interceptor jets, as well as radar and sonar capabilities for the Irish Defence Forces

Tánaiste presses Dept over acquisition of jets, radar

Tánaiste and Minister for Defence Simon Harris has said he has instructed officials in the Department of Defence to prepare a more aggressive procurement strategy for acquiring new military capabilities for the Irish Defence Forces.

Politics • 28 Feb 25