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Ian Paisley survived Westminster's first ever recall petition last year

Watchdog urged to re-investigate Paisley holiday claim

A British parliamentary standards watchdog has been urged to re-investigate Ian Paisley after another series of claims about luxury foreign holidays.

Ulster • 26 Jun 19

900 Irish voters participated in the survey between 31 May and 11 June

Opinion poll suggests five-point lead for Fianna Fáil

A new opinion poll suggests Fianna Fáil has opened up a five-point lead on Fine Gael, while Sinn Féin has lost significant support.

Politics • 15 Jun 19

Mourners at his funeral at St Peter's Cathedral were told that Billy McKee died 'unrepentant'

Funeral of Billy McKee takes place in Belfast

Several hundred mourners have attended the funeral of one of the founding members of the Provisional IRA in Belfast.

Ulster • 16 Jun 19

Businesses would be required to display their policies on tipping under the Government's bill (File photo)

Bill to ban employers from using tips for workers' pay

The Government is preparing legislation that would ban employers in the service industry from using tips to help pay workers' wages and require businesses to display their policies on tipping.

Politics • 12 Jun 19

Testing times for McDonald at Sinn Féin helm

The next few hours will be among the most difficult in Mary Lou McDonald's political career as her party looks set to lose dozens of seats across the country and with no guarantees it will hold on to its three MEPs.

Elections 2019 • 26 May 19

Sinn Féin leader claimed the Government's housing policy had "manifestly failed"

Mary Lou McDonald and Taoiseach clash on housing policy

There have been sharp exchanges in the Dáil between the Taoiseach and the Sinn Féin leader over housing policy.

Politics • 22 May 19

John Finucane won a seat on Belfast City Council as a SF candidate

Sinn Féin's John Finucane elected as Mayor of Belfast

Sinn Féin's John Finucane, son of murdered solicitor Pat Finucance, has been elected as Lord Mayor of Belfast.

Ulster • 21 May 19

The Red C poll for the Sunday Business Post suggests a significant drop in support for Fine Gael, but an increase for the Green Party

Greens gain as two polls released ahead of elections

Two opinion polls have been published this evening, ahead of the final week of campaigning in the European and Local Elections.

Politics • 18 May 19

The 'Right to a Home' bill was launched today by the party's housing spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin

Sinn Féin launches bill seeking housing referendum

Sinn Féin has launched a bill that seeks to provide for a referendum to insert the right to secure appropriate and affordable housing into the constitution.

Politics • 14 May 19

A fresh round of talks started last week with what was described as a 'constructive' meeting of the parties

May speaks with NI leaders as Stormont talks continue

Political leaders in Northern Ireland have spoken with British Prime Minister Theresa May as efforts continue to secure the return of devolved government at Stormont.

Politics • 13 May 19

The graffiti and signs appeared this morning in the Creggan area

Graffiti in Derry warns 'informers will be executed'

Graffiti has appeared in Derry warning the community against helping the police.

Ulster • 02 May 19

Leo Varadkar said the housing portfolio is a 'very difficult job'

Varadkar has 'full confidence' in Minister for Housing

The Taoiseach has said he has "full confidence" in the Minister for Housing, despite the latest homelessness figures.

Politics • 01 May 19

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that a new mortuary will be built at the hospital

Call for independent investigation into UHW mortuary

The Sinn Féin leader has called for an independent investigation of the mortuary and post-mortem services at University Hospital Waterford.

Politics • 01 May 19

Speaking in Dublin Ms McDonald said the current situation was unacceptable

Call for Irish and British govts to commit to action

Sinn Féin President, Mary Lou McDonald, has ramped-up pressure on the British and Irish governments demanding they commit to taking action should the resumed all party talks in Northern Ireland fail.

Politics • 30 Apr 19

Bradley lacks appreciation of Irish politics - McDonald

Northern Ireland Secretary Karen Bradley does not have a "deep appreciation" of Irish politics, the leader of Sinn Féin has claimed.

Politics • 08 Apr 19

Positive support for people with autism - survey

A new survey has found that there is strong positive support for autistic people in schools, employment and society generally.

Ireland • 02 Apr 19

Mary Lou McDonald apologised for any offensive caused - but said she would not apologise for being "a united Irelander"

McDonald apologises for offence caused by parade banner

The leader of Sinn Féin, Mary Lou McDonald, has apologised for marching behind an "England Get Out of Ireland" banner on St Patrick's Day.

Politics • 01 Apr 19

Mary Lou McDonald is the leader of Sinn Féin

Support for Sinn Féin drops five points, poll suggests

Support for Sinn Féin has dropped by five points, according to the latest Red C opinion poll for the Sunday Business Post.

Politics • 30 Mar 19

Mary Lou McDonald said the report was a damning condemnation of the Government's record on housing.

UN housing report a 'wake-up call' for Govt - Sinn Féin

A UN report on housing has been called a "wake-up call" for the Government by the leader of Sinn Féin.

Politics • 27 Mar 19

The photo was tweeted out from the Sinn Féin Twitter account

SF leader condemned for marching with 'offensive' sign

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has been condemned for marching behind an "offensive" banner in New York's St Patrick's Day parade.

Politics • 17 Mar 19

The poll was conducted in a series of face-to-face interviews with 930 eligible Irish voters from Thursday 28 February to Tuesday 12 March

Fine Gael extends gap over Fianna Fáil, poll suggests

A new opinion poll suggests Fine Gael has extended its lead over Fianna Fáil to six points.

Politics • 16 Mar 19

Mary Lou McDonald's comments over the next chief constable caused a furore

Sinn Féin leader and PSNI chief hold 'frank' meeting

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald and PSNI Chief Constable George Hamilton have held a "frank" and "constructive" meeting in Washington.

Ulster • 14 Mar 19

George Hamilton said he believed the comments had had "a very detrimental impact on policing"

McDonald comments 'act of poor leadership' - Hamilton

Northern Ireland's police chief George Hamilton has accused Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald of "poor leadership" over her critical comments about his potential successor.

Ulster • 26 Feb 19

Mary Lou McDonald's party has gained five percentage points and now stands at 18%

Support for Sinn Féin rises, opinion poll suggests

Support for Sinn Féin has risen to its highest level in two years, according to the latest Red C Poll for the Sunday Business Post.

Politics • 23 Feb 19

The no-confidence motion in Simon Harris was defeated by 58 votes to 53 with 37 abstentions

Minister for Health survives no-confidence vote

A no-confidence motion in Minister for Health Simon Harris has been defeated in a Dáil vote this evening.

Ireland • 20 Feb 19