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Former minister Shane Ross leaves the Four Courts accompanied by TD Paul Murphy

Ross denies illegality of publishing Cabinet details

Former Senator and Independent Alliance TD Shane Ross has denied that writing a book about his time in government, which contained details of cabinet discussions, was an "act of calculated and deliberate illegality".

Courts • 10 Jul

RTÉ Radio decided not to air an interview with Shane Ross about his biography on Mary Lou McDonald

Committee to summon broadcasters over independence

RTÉ, Virgin Media and the Broadcasting Association of Ireland will be called before an Oireachtas committee to discuss the process around editorial independence.

Ireland • 12 Oct 22

Much of the FAI's current funding comes from UEFA

FAI funding on agenda as Ross meets UEFA officials

A senior UEFA delegation will meet Minister for Sport Shane Ross and officials from the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport to discuss the ongoing crisis at the Football Association of Ireland.

Ireland • 14 Jan 20

Fergus O'Dowd said new FAI directors are needed

FAI will not appear before Oireachtas Committee

The Football Association of Ireland has declined a request to attend the Oireachtas Sports Committee tomorrow to discuss its finances and governance.

Ireland • 17 Dec 19

Shane Ross said without knowledge of the full extent of the financial black hole the FAI is in, the Govt cannot engage

FAI needs 'total clean-out' before Govt can engage

The Minister for Transport and Sport has said the FAI needs "a total clean-out" and to show clear signs of reform before the Government will engage in a meaningful way with it.

Ireland • 12 Dec 19

An independent audit of the FAI's finances has been referred to gardaí

Dept: FAI funding will not be restored in near future

Government funding will not be restored to the Football Association of Ireland in the near future in the wake of a report into its financial affairs, according to the Department of Sport.

Ireland • 28 Nov 19

Ministers considered amended proposals for rising fines and penalty points for higher speeds

Cabinet backs raising fines, points for higher speeds

Motorists who drive at more than 30km/h over the speed limit will face court prosecution and a €2,000 fine, under amended proposals brought to Cabinet today by Minister for Transport Shane Ross.

Politics • 26 Nov 19

Shane Ross says he will bring in the new regulation on 12 November

Increased fine for dangerous overtaking of cyclists

The Minister for Transport has said he will introduce a new offence of dangerous overtaking of cyclists and there will be increased fines for drivers.

Ireland • 28 Oct 19

Shane Ross wants to know the extent of any financial agreement made with John Delaney

Minister calls for full details on Delaney severance

Minister for Sport Shane Ross has said the details of any severance payment made by the FAI to its former chief executive John Delaney should be made public as part of the process of restoring funding to the association.

Ireland • 29 Sep 19

Shane Ross said all the bills were paid by him personally

Ross invited 507 guests to Dáil restaurant this year

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport Shane Ross had almost double the number of diners in the Oireachtas Members' Restaurant than the rest of his Cabinet colleagues combined.

Politics • 21 Aug 19

Shane Ross said a root-and-branch reform of the FAI is required

Ross disappointed FAI president to seek re-election

Minister for Sport Shane Ross has strongly criticised the decision of FAI President Donal Conway to proceed with a re-election bid, saying he wanted a "clean sweep" at the top of the association.

FAI • 21 Jul 19

The green card will be a document that proves Irish-registered vehicles have motor insurance when entering UK territory, including Northern Ireland

Varadkar: Insurance green card grace period for drivers

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has told the Dáil that there will be a grace period here for drivers crossing the border without a green card in the event of a no-deal Brexit.

Brexit • 06 Mar 19

Arlene Foster and Shane Ross poss for photos in the hall used in the film Ballroom of Romance in Glenfarne

Foster wants 'continued neighbourliness' after Brexit

DUP leader Arlene Foster has said it is very noticeable that the Government's contingency plans to address a no-deal Brexit do not include plans for infrastructure on the border.

Brexit • 22 Feb 19

The works will start south of the N4/N17 Toberbride Roundabout at Collooney

'Worst road' in Ireland set for €150m upgrade

A road in Co Sligo described as "possibly the worst" in the country is to undergo a €150 million upgrade.

Regional • 29 Jan 19

Today's meeting was organised in light of recent reported events at Heathrow and Gatwick airports

Drone risk assessment to be carried out at airports

The Department of Transport has said a detailed risk assessment is to be carried out to assess if Irish airports are prepared for potential drone activity.

Ireland • 10 Jan 19

The Department of Transport confirmed that the proposed rules have been abandoned following concerns raised by the Attorney General

Cyclists upset as planned overtaking rules replaced

Cycling groups have expressed disappointment after new laws setting out a minimum overtaking distance for motorists will now not go ahead as planned.

Politics • 02 Jan 19

Shane Ross said the general scheme of the bill was approved at the Cabinet meeting

Ross denies he 'took a kicking' over speeding proposals

The Minister for Transport has hit out at reports that he was severely criticised by Cabinet colleagues this morning over his proposals to increase fines and penalty points for speeding.

Politics • 18 Dec 18

It is estimated that there are around 1,000 rickshaws in operation in Dublin

Cabinet agrees to introduction of rickshaw regulations

The Cabinet has agreed to new powers to enforce a ban on motorised rickshaws and insists on licences for slower, non-motorised rickshaws.

Ireland • 06 Nov 18

The NBRU want an increase in security measures across the public transport network

Renewed calls for transport police following incident

Bus and rail passengers could face transport disruption as staff may refuse to work in certain "flashpoints" because of an increased risk of assaults and anti-social behaviour, according to the National Bus and Rail Union.

Ireland • 31 Oct 18

The clamp down will mean automatic disqualification for motorists detected above the legal blood-alcohol limit

New drink-driving laws in effect ahead of Bank Holiday

A new provision that will see drink-drivers facing an automatic disqualification came into force at midnight.

Ireland • 26 Oct 18

Study found that independently owned third terminal would be both feasible and maximise choice for airlines

Third Dublin Airport terminal decision by 2019 - Ross

Minister for Transport Shane Ross has said a decision will be taken early next year on whether to build a third terminal at Dublin Airport.

Politics • 23 Oct 18

All the major car manufacturers are now working on self-driving vehicles (file image)

Govt working on guidelines for testing autonomous cars

Guidelines for testing autonomous vehicles on public roads here are being worked on by the Government, it has emerged.

Ireland • 12 Oct 18

Shane Ross asked the event promoters to consider cancelling it due to the risk of injury

MMA event cancelled after Ross expresses safety concern

A Mixed Martial Arts event due to take place in Co Meath has been cancelled after Minister for Sport Shane Ross put out a statement expressing concerns about the safety of the event.

News • 29 Sep 18

€1,000 would be available to grandparents who care for their grandchildren

Ross says he will push for 'granny grant' plan

Minister for Transport Shane Ross has said he is going to continue to push for the Independent Alliance's proposed childcare grant for grandparents.

Politics • 03 Aug 18

Shane Ross said it was a 'radical departure' for State board appointments

'Radical departure' to State board appointments

People with personal lived experience of disability have been appointed to the boards of each of the five public transport bodies.

Politics • 03 Aug 18