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
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 … Ireland • 14 Jan 20
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
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 … Ireland • 12 Dec 19
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 … Ireland • 28 Nov 19
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 … Politics • 26 Nov 19
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
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 … Ireland • 29 Sep 19
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 … Politics • 21 Aug 19
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 … FAI • 21 Jul 19
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 … Brexit • 06 Mar 19
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 … Brexit • 22 Feb 19
'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
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 … Ireland • 10 Jan 19
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
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 … Politics • 18 Dec 18
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
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 … Ireland • 31 Oct 18
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
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
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
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 … News • 29 Sep 18
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
'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
Grant proposed for grandparents who help with childcare Members of the Independent Alliance are calling for the introduction of a self-assessed payment for grandparents who help out caring for their grandchildren while the … Budget 2019 • 01 Aug 18
