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herbert roadLocal road closure protest in Harris' constituency lands on the doorstep at Leinster House
On The Journalno confidence motion
Three Fianna Fáil MEPs will not support censure vote of Ursula von der Leyen, with one abstaining
Housing CrisisTaoiseach: 'Some councils took their eye off the ball, they need to go back to housing'
first home schemeMicheál Martin puts the brakes on First Home Scheme being used for second-hand homes
Housing'They're still rooted in the last war': Taoiseach says banks are not lending enough to Irish builders
On The Journalmicheal in japan
During a reflective day in Hiroshima, the Taoiseach is reminded it's a small world
In these wartorn times, Hiroshima is a reminder of what should never be allowed happen again.
false row
FG has never raised idea of leaving jobseekers out of increased social welfare payments, says Martin
Micheál Martin moved to dismiss a two-tiered system, saying he doesn’t like drawing distinctions between people on social welfare.
Atomic BombTaoiseach lays wreath at Hiroshima memorial, says the world is more dangerous now than in 1945
Presidential Election'It's not so much about the party': Micheál Martin says the presidency should be above party politics
On The Journaljapan expo 2025
Chicken fillet rolls and Cork City: Taoiseach tries to pull the strings for more trade with Japan
Though wearing a blue suit and not a green jersey in the sweltering 33 degree heat, the Taoiseach was on message that Ireland is open for business.
On The Journalireland house
This Irish embassy in Japan is the state's most expensive building constructed outside Ireland
The final cost of the project is expected to be €27.4 million.
micheál in tokyo
Over Guinness and Enya music, Martin talks trade, undersea cables and 'Bakebake' with Japanese PM
The Japanese prime minister spoke about how Irish beef tongue is a sought after commodity in Japan.
On The Journalcancer prevention
Taoiseach says legislating to ban sunbed use in Ireland is a 'no-brainer'
24/7 health serviceSeven-day rosters are on the way. So does that spell the end for 'independent republic' hospitals?
Fertility
Free IVF for couples facing difficulty conceiving second child to be available from tomorrow
State-funded IVF and other fertility treatments will be expanded out to couples facing ‘secondary infertility’.
The initial roll out of the scheme meant only couples with no children were eligible for free fertility treatments.
The so-called ‘existing child limit’ had been criticised by GPs.
us tariff threat
Flogging beef tongue and Irish whiskey: Taoiseach and ministers travel to Japan in major trade push
Irish beef tongue and Donegal oysters are highly sought after commodities in Japan.
ConsultantsHospitals under the 'spotlight' with new performance dashboard showcasing best and worst in class
On The Journalvaping
Health minister vows to 'eradicate' nicotine pouches calling them 'particularly invidious'
reimbursementWill Ireland follow the UK with free Mounjaro jabs? Minister says assessment to be ready by next year
On The Journalnaming day
The country's new children's hospital will be called (drumroll) – the National Children’s Hospital Ireland
all night longTaoiseach fails to commit to 6am closing time for nightclubs but promises licensing law reform
On The Journalhotel tax
No timeline for 'tourism tax' but Taoiseach says it could help fund Dublin city revamp
hey roomieState-backed student accommodation to have twin rooms and shared bathrooms to boost bed capacity
On The JournalJ1 visa
Tánaiste 'very concerned' about stricter social media vetting for US student visas
On The JournalTax Breaks
Tax breaks for developers? Harris 'remains to be convinced' it's the best tool to boost supply
Renting'I like dogs': Healy-Rae says minister can't tell property owners to allow tenants have pets
On The JournalINTERNATIONAL PROTECTION
Citywest Hotel to be bought at a cost of €148 million for international protection accommodation
On The Journalnothing going on but the rent
It's (almost) all housing as emergency RPZ laws sent to Cabinet with two other housing memos
budget 2026Tax cut expectations tempered as ‘two-tier’ child benefit and hospitality VAT rate under review
On The JournalGaza
Aircraft spot checks under consideration to ensure weapons not flown through Ireland
On The JournalDublin Airport
Airport passenger cap: Attorney general has given his advice, but there are 'no easy options'
On The Journalsecondary fertility
State-funded IVF to be expanded 'imminently' to couples facing difficulty conceiving second child
Currently only couples with no children are eligible for free fertility treatments.
