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Yesterday
20th August 2026
On The JournalNational Children's Hospital
National Children's Hospital hits 82% room completion as 4,674 rooms signed off
BAM Ireland says a further 690 rooms are fully completed and awaiting design team sign-off as the project enters the final stages of commissioning.
This week
16th August 2026 - 21st August 2026
On The JournalVitamins
Ireland yet to finalise stance on EU plans to limit vitamin doses, says minister
On The Journalemily felix
TDs call on pharma company to work with HSE to give access to life-changing drug Skyclarys
On The JournalDeath and Taxes
'A ghoulish money grab': Here's where Irish political parties stand on inheritance tax
Both Micheál Martin and Simon Harris have raised concerns about the current inheritance tax system – but is there support for change?
Last week
9th August 2026 - 15th August 2026
On The Journalpetrol pump pressures
The excise dilemma: Political flashpoints ahead as pressure mounts over reversing fuel supports
On The JournalBreast Cancer
More than 3,000 women waiting more than 10 days for urgent breast cancer appointments this year
On The JournalBudget 2027
Increasing number of taxpayers apply for Rent Credit as Harris says he'd like to see it rise
This month
August 2026
On The JournalMARTIN'S TRUMP TEST
Trump is coming back to Ireland – and the political headache is back too
Trump’s 2019 visit was an awkward meeting at Shannon Airport. Will September’s bilateral be any better?
On The JournalBudget 2027
Income tax cuts, childcare, inheritance tax: Here’s what we know so far about Budget 2027
One thing that is a certainty for this year’s budget is tax cuts.
On The JournalEmergency Department
Criticism that HSE data has 'significant blind spot' on mental health emergencies
On The JournalMoney Money Money
Tax receipts climb over 6% on last year as Harris hails resilient economy
On The Journalstate-provided accommodation
Applications open for Ukrainians to remain in State accommodation as contracts get phased out
On The Journalfuel costs
Significant fuel price hike would force reconsideration of excise unwinding plan, says minister
On The Journalmental health supports
More than 6,000 people waiting for HSE counselling as waiting lists rise
Last month
July 2026
Winners and Losers
Summer report card: The political winners and losers of 2026 (so far)
The Dáil has risen for the summer and politicians are off on their holidays, but how have they got on so far this year?
Interview
Peadar Tóibín: Independent Ireland is a 'different beast' - but closer ties with Aontú possible
The Aontú leader says he has no regrets about jumping ship from Sinn Féin eight years ago.
aughinish aluminaHarris won't prejudge Aughinish report, but pledges to support workers if sanctions recommended
Irish RailExpansion of Irish rail network could be impacted due to failed €50m Irish Rail IT project
gender-based violenceNew Oireachtas committee on domestic and sexual violence to begin work in autumn
courts disruptionJustice minister says he won't buckle to pressure from solicitors over flat-fee legal aid change
Analysis
Von der Leyen says Europe has done most for Gaza. Can Ireland push for more during its presidency?
Ireland has a golden opportunity to make its voice heard. The big question is whether Europe will listen.
Maternity Care
Still no agreement on making costly prenatal testing available through the public system
Maternity CareHealth minister backs birth guidelines as ex-Holles master warns of 'catastrophic' risks
United IrelandGovernment to oppose Sinn Féin's Irish unity bill as McDonald calls its rejection 'astonishing'
appetite for riskNo more playing it safe: Civil servants told to take the plunge on decisions to speed up delivery
european rulesNo age-based social media ban, but 'graduated approach' on the cards, says EU Commissioner
dynamic pricing
Ticket buyers to see how many seats remain at each price while queuing online
EU Commissioner Michael McGrath is due propose legislation in November.
IFACGovernment borrowing to top up its saving funds was always a 'very real possibility', says McGrath
Budget 2027Increasing 40% tax rate threshold in Harris' sights as he voices inheritance tax 'concerns'
