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when will it beLate November or early December? Harris says election will be when it's in Ireland's ‘best interest'
Sinn Féin's week from hell
SF facing an all-island GUBU moment with focus on McDonald's judgment and ability to lead
The talk around Leinster House now is that it would be perfect timing for the government parties if Taoiseach Simon Harris called an election sooner rather than later.
On The JournalSinn Féin
Ex-SF senator Niall Ó Donnghaile named in Dáil as party member who resigned over texting controversy
Analysis
Sinn Féiners 'pissed off' and 'frustrated' as they hurtle towards election in crisis mode
Other parties have dubbed it a Sinn Féin “implosion”.
On The Journalcash is king
Cash will have to be accepted by Govt bodies with new mandatory acceptance law on the way
US-IRISH ELECTIONSAn apple costs $2.50 where Harris visited this week. High costs are big issue both sides of the pond
HARRIS IN THE US
White House visit in the bag, but Harris might be unhappy Sanchez said what he didn't this week
The budget is done, the White House visit complete, and maybe some ‘Harris 2024′ mugs were picked up before flying home. What’s the Taoiseach’s next move?
Child AbuseTaoiseach: 'If religious orders don’t do the right thing and pay redress, we'll legislate to make sure they do'
On The JournalLebanon
Harris says various 'contingency plans' considered to keep Irish peacekeepers safe
trump vs harrisTrump or Harris? Taoiseach says Irish Govt will work with whoever wins the US election
On The Journalletter from the states
Analysis: Taoiseach danced around the issue of the US arming Israel. That is a glaring misstep
Harris had the ear of one of the most powerful leaders yesterday, but did he use the opportunity to say it like it is?
In the White House
Taoiseach meets Joe Biden who briefed him on 'substantial' call with Benjamin Netanyahu
Harris is in Washington DC to mark 100 years of Irish-US diplomatic relations.
On The Journalthe morning lead
Attorney General to brief Government next week on legal standing of Occupied Territories Bill
The Bill, which was brought forward by independent senator Frances Black, seeks to prevent Ireland from trading in goods and services imported from occupied territories.
Taoiseach Simon Harris had previously ordered a review on trade with Israel, in light of a decision by the International Court of Justice.
The Bill was first passed in the Seanad in 2018, but is now stalled at Second Stage in the Dáil.
On The Journalwhite house meeting
Taoiseach stops short of confirming he will directly call on Biden to halt US supply of arms to Israel
HARRIS IN THE USTaoiseach set for '30 minute meeting' with Joe Biden in Oval Office to mark Irish-US relations
HARRIS IN THE USTaoiseach heads for White House but Rose Garden reception postponed due to hurricane
On The Journalelection speculation
'We haven't completed our mandate': Tánaiste says there's work to finish which cannot be rushed
In a speech this evening, Martin moved to dampen speculation about an imminent election.
On The JournalSchools
Taoiseach accuses SF of 'hypocrisy' as phone pouch scheme already in place in Northern Ireland
go away outta thatIs Govt gearing up for an imminent election? Tánaiste says he's not been told of any 'acceleration'
Leaders' QuestionsChambers defends €9m phone pouch spend as opposition ask minister 'are you for real?'
On The Journalbudget 2025
Free HRT available from January but women will still pay GP and dispensing fees, says minister
On The Journalbudget 2025
Four new adult ADHD teams get budget funding completing national rollout plan
US ARMS SUPPORTTaoiseach says he won't shy away from speaking Ireland’s 'truth' to US President during visit next week
On The JournalAnalysis
'Let's pass this budget first', says Taoiseach amid calls to hold the general election now
On The Journalbudget 2025
Minister says there are measures in the budget for those with no children or a home of their own
€2 billion package
Budget 2025: €420 'baby boost' for new parents among one-off payments in cost of living package
Some once-off payments will likely be issued before Christmas.
New gig
Ursula von der Leyen appoints Michael McGrath as the EU's new Justice Commissioner
The roles were announced today after the decision was delayed due to formal processes that needed to be completed in Slovenia.
Drug Payment SchemeHealth Minister: 'There's emerging evidence that Ozempic might be some kind of wonder drug'
AnalysisWill the Tánaiste be annoyed if Harris pushes go on early election? 'I'm always ready' says Martin
On The Journalbudget 2025
Average worker will be €1,000 better off after this year's budget, says finance minister
fianna fail think-in
Tánaiste says by-elections for vacant seats won't be held and February is 'ideal' for election
Martin says no by-elections will be held before the general election.
FF VS FGMartin not a fan of Harris' 'half-baked' childcare plan and new Dept for Infrastructure idea
On The JournalAnalysis
Fine Gael have been in power for nearly 14 years - but will their 'new energy' win new voters?
