What does Germany's struggling economy mean for Ireland? It's the world's third largest economy, but Germany is currently the worst performer among the Group of Seven major economies. The country is struggling with high energy costs and eroding competitiveness and is experiencing some of the worst growth rates in Europe. Business • 11 Nov 24
What does Germany's struggling economy mean for Ireland? It's the world's third largest economy, but Germany is currently the worst performer among the Group of Seven major economies. The country is struggling with high energy costs and eroding competitiveness and is experiencing some of the worst growth rates in Europe. Business • 11 Nov 24
Greens pose 17 questions for Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael The Green Party is demanding a "government of change" as it weighs up its options after giving a formal response to the Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael joint policy document. Politics • 23 Apr 20
Greens pose 17 questions for Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael The Green Party is demanding a "government of change" as it weighs up its options after giving a formal response to the Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael joint policy document. Politics • 23 Apr 20
Martin 'wouldn't trust' Varadkar to refuse SF deal The Fianna Fáil Leader has claimed the Taoiseach times the election to coincide with Brexit day in the hope his Government would be "re-elected on the wave of Brexit day" Campaign Daily • 31 Jan 20
Martin 'wouldn't trust' Varadkar to refuse SF deal The Fianna Fáil Leader has claimed the Taoiseach times the election to coincide with Brexit day in the hope his Government would be "re-elected on the wave of Brexit day" Campaign Daily • 31 Jan 20
Big investment banks see worst start to year since 2006 The world's largest investment banks have had their worst start to a year since 2006, according to the latest data published by industry analyst Coalition today. Business • 05 Sep 19
Big investment banks see worst start to year since 2006 The world's largest investment banks have had their worst start to a year since 2006, according to the latest data published by industry analyst Coalition today. Business • 05 Sep 19
Call for protests over coalition strikes in Syria Syrian activists have called for widespread protests after dozens of civilians were reportedly killed in US-led coalition air strikes near a northern town held by the so-called Islamic State group. News • 21 Jul 16
Call for protests over coalition strikes in Syria Syrian activists have called for widespread protests after dozens of civilians were reportedly killed in US-led coalition air strikes near a northern town held by the so-called Islamic State group. News • 21 Jul 16
No coalition is ever unlikely Even the most resolute of promises can be broken in the aftermath of an inconclusive general election. Election 2016 • 10 Mar 16
No coalition is ever unlikely Even the most resolute of promises can be broken in the aftermath of an inconclusive general election. Election 2016 • 10 Mar 16
Voters not in favour of old enemies being friends Do voters want a Fine Gael-Fianna Fáil government? The exit poll data can shed light on this question as respondents were asked to choose which particular government they would like to see formed after the election. Election 2016 • 28 Feb 16
Voters not in favour of old enemies being friends Do voters want a Fine Gael-Fianna Fáil government? The exit poll data can shed light on this question as respondents were asked to choose which particular government they would like to see formed after the election. Election 2016 • 28 Feb 16
Labour agrees vote transfer pact with Fine Gael The Labour parliamentary party has formally agreed to a vote transfer pact with Fine Gael, at the party's meeting in Co Wicklow. News • 14 Sep 15
Labour agrees vote transfer pact with Fine Gael The Labour parliamentary party has formally agreed to a vote transfer pact with Fine Gael, at the party's meeting in Co Wicklow. News • 14 Sep 15
Taoiseach says tax reduction a Government priority The Taoiseach has said that a reduction in tax is a priority of government but guarantees regarding the budget cannot be given at this stage. News • 12 May 14
Taoiseach says tax reduction a Government priority The Taoiseach has said that a reduction in tax is a priority of government but guarantees regarding the budget cannot be given at this stage. News • 12 May 14
No Coalition agreement on X Case legislation A junior minister has described the idea that six doctors would be required to assess a suicidal woman before allowing an abortion as "entirely impractical'. News • 21 Apr 13
No Coalition agreement on X Case legislation A junior minister has described the idea that six doctors would be required to assess a suicidal woman before allowing an abortion as "entirely impractical'. News • 21 Apr 13
Govt promises to tackle mortgage crisis The Government has pledged to accelerate attempts to tackle the mortgage crisis and ensure that most families are offered sustainable solutions by next year. News • 06 Mar 13
Govt promises to tackle mortgage crisis The Government has pledged to accelerate attempts to tackle the mortgage crisis and ensure that most families are offered sustainable solutions by next year. News • 06 Mar 13
Tension in Coalition over means test for grants Fine Gael and Labour backbenchers have warned of trouble within the Coalition over plans to include farm and business assets in the means test for third-level grants. News • 01 Mar 13
Tension in Coalition over means test for grants Fine Gael and Labour backbenchers have warned of trouble within the Coalition over plans to include farm and business assets in the means test for third-level grants. News • 01 Mar 13
Britain recognises Syrian National Coalition Britain today recognised the fledgling Syrian National Coalition, joining France in saying the opposition group was the "sole legitimate representative of the Syrian people". News • 20 Nov 12
Britain recognises Syrian National Coalition Britain today recognised the fledgling Syrian National Coalition, joining France in saying the opposition group was the "sole legitimate representative of the Syrian people". News • 20 Nov 12
Dutch political parties agree coalition deal Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte's Liberal Party and the Labour Party have agreed a coalition deal. News • 30 Oct 12
Dutch political parties agree coalition deal Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte's Liberal Party and the Labour Party have agreed a coalition deal. News • 30 Oct 12
Reilly reiterates defence of care centres criteria Health Minister James Reilly has defended the criteria used to select locations for primary care centres, which led to two towns in his own constituency being added to the list. News • 28 Sep 12
Reilly reiterates defence of care centres criteria Health Minister James Reilly has defended the criteria used to select locations for primary care centres, which led to two towns in his own constituency being added to the list. News • 28 Sep 12
Kenny, Gilmore seek to defuse Cabinet tensions Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore have moved to defuse tension within the Government over the planned health cuts. News • 05 Sep 12
Kenny, Gilmore seek to defuse Cabinet tensions Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore have moved to defuse tension within the Government over the planned health cuts. News • 05 Sep 12
Greek talks to continue tomorrow Emergency coalition talks in Greece will continue tomorrow in a bid to avert a repeat ballot after inconclusive elections last weekend, state TV NET said. News • 13 May 12
Greek talks to continue tomorrow Emergency coalition talks in Greece will continue tomorrow in a bid to avert a repeat ballot after inconclusive elections last weekend, state TV NET said. News • 13 May 12
Ó Cuív says SF his preferred partner for coalition Éamon Ó Cuív has reiterated that Sinn Féin would be his preferred choice as future coalition partners with Fianna Fáil in government. Ireland • 30 Apr 12
Ó Cuív says SF his preferred partner for coalition Éamon Ó Cuív has reiterated that Sinn Féin would be his preferred choice as future coalition partners with Fianna Fáil in government. Ireland • 30 Apr 12
Poll shows sharp drop in support for Government A new opinion poll shows a sharp drop in satisfaction with the Government, the Taoiseach and the Tánaiste and a surge in support for Sinn Féin, Independents and smaller parties. News • 20 Apr 12
Poll shows sharp drop in support for Government A new opinion poll shows a sharp drop in satisfaction with the Government, the Taoiseach and the Tánaiste and a surge in support for Sinn Féin, Independents and smaller parties. News • 20 Apr 12
