Martin uses FF leader speech to call for Gaza ceasefire Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has tonight renewed calls for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza in a speech to hundreds of his party members in … Politics • 04 Nov
FF realises its biggest asset is Micheál Martin There's a blot on the horizon that threatens to dash the optimism among politicians ahead of the Fianna Fáil Ard Fheis. Analysis and Comment • 04 Nov
Marc MacSharry resigns from Fianna Fáil Marc MacSharry has resigned from Fianna Fáil following a row over the handling of a bullying complaint against him. Politics • 02 Nov 22
Chambers 'will not speculate' on MacSharry return Government Chief Whip Jack Chambers has said he "would not speculate" on any issues related to Marc MacSharry being readmitted to the Fianna Fáil party. Politics • 20 Oct 22
Housing is most important issue facing Ireland - Martin Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said "housing is the single most important social issue facing our country". Addressing his party at the Fianna Fáil Ard Fheis … Politics • 01 Oct 22
Martin: Fianna Fáil will 'continue to work with SDLP' Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he cannot confirm a report that the SDLP has officially ended its partnership with his party Fianna Fáil. Politics • 29 Sep 22
Taoiseach open to Bertie Ahern's readmission to FF The Taoiseach has indicated that he is open to the possibility that former taoiseach Bertie Ahern be readmitted to the Fianna Fáil party. Politics • 15 Sep 22
Taoiseach would like to meet Sláintecare officials Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he would like to meet the two senior Sláintecare officials who resigned from their roles earlier this week. Politics • 15 Sep 21
Cowen tells Martin he cannot take position for granted Fianna Fáil TD Barry Cowen is understood to have told a meeting of party colleagues that party leader and Taoiseach Micheál Martin cannot take his … Politics • 09 Sep 21
FF to meet in-person to review election performances Taoiseach Micheál Martin has agreed to hold an in-person party meeting in September which will review election performances, among other issues. Politics • 14 Jul 21
O'Callaghan rules out motion against Micheál Martin Fianna Fáil's Director of Elections for the Dublin Bay South bye-election Jim O'Callaghan has ruled out a motion of no confidence in party leader Micheál … Politics • 11 Jul 21
Green Party says activists may have posed as pollsters The Green Party has said that in the past some of its activists may have posed as members of a polling company to canvass the … Politics • 10 Jun 21
FF's James O'Connor: the party is "out of touch" Fianna Fáil TD James O'Connor has called for the party to deal with its standing in the polls with a "greater degree of seriousness" Your Politics • 18 Mar 21
Taoiseach reiterates SF criticism at party meeting The Taoiseach Micheal Martin has renewed his criticism of Sinn Féin at the Fianna Fáil parliamentary party tonight. Politics • 23 Sep 20
Fianna Fáil needs new leader, 'change of direction' Galway West Fianna Fáil TD Éamon Ó Cuív has said his party needs a new leader and a "change of direction". Fianna Fáil • 15 Sep 20
Taoiseach says keeping schools open a priority The Taoiseach has said keeping schools open is a priority and the Government's medium-term plan for living with Covid-19 will involve a reduction of social … Politics • 13 Sep 20
FF backbenchers to have more input with new committees Fianna Fáil backbenchers are to have more input into party policy, with the creation of a series of committees which cover finance, housing, health, education, … Politics • 10 Sep 20
Cowen says he 'paid a dear price' over mistake Former agriculture minister Barry Cowen has said he is not a victim but he has suffered the consequences of an unfortunate mistake for which he … Ireland • 18 Jul 20
Ryan wants more clarity on Cowen drink-driving offence Green Party leader Eamon Ryan has called for further clarity regarding Minister for Agriculture Barry Cowen's drink-driving ban. Politics • 13 Jul 20
'Embarrassed, humiliated' Cowen regrets driving ban Minister for Agriculture Barry Cowen has described his disqualification for drink-driving as a "terribly stupid mistake" and something that he regretted. Politics • 05 Jul 20
Party unease spells early trouble for Micheál Martin Every Cabinet reshuffle inevitably results in winners and losers. However, Fianna Fáil's return to power after nine years has left a sizeable disgruntled rump in … Politics • 04 Jul 20
Podcast: Micheál Martin's mixed first week He took the scenic route to the office of the Taoiseach. But despite all the time he had to to prepare Micheál Martin got off … Your Politics • 02 Jul 20
First time Sinn Féin TDs feature on front bench Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has announced her new frontbench at Leinster House. Politics • 02 Jul 20
Government confirms junior minister portfolios The Government has confirmed the full list of Ministers of State, with eight from Fianna Fáil, seven from Fine Gael and three Green Party TDs. Politics • 02 Jul 20
