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rising energy costsPinergy's 82% increase in night rate electricity described as 'extraordinary' by Tánaiste
social media banCould the EU ban social media for children? Von der Leyen expects an expert report this month
eu commission president
Von der Leyen says EU member states hold power to act on Israel sanctions
At a press conference in Cork, Ursula von der Leyen was asked by The Journal why she and the commission are “dragging” their feet on the situation in Gaza and the West Bank.
InvestigationTaoiseach says review into Aughinish Alumina expected to be complete within ‘number of weeks’
Analysis
Von der Leyen visit comes as Euroscepticism is high and the EU's Gaza response is a key driver
The visit of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to Cork comes as support for Ireland’s EU membership is at its lowest point in 13 years.
Analysis
From halloumi to boxty: Ireland's EU presidency begins as Zelenskyy delivers a pointed message
Today was about showcasing Ireland, but below the surface, the government is under pressure when it comes to the Russian-owned Aughinish plant in Limerick.
June
June 2026
rural ireland
Government signs off on plan to make it easier for locals to build homes in their own areas
The new plan tells local authorities they are no longer to be ‘over prescriptive’ about rural housing rules.
Oil Prices
Current excise reductions on petrol and diesel to stay in place until 1 September
The Taoiseach and Tánaiste both indicated in recent days that the government wanted to avoid a “cliff edge” for households and businesses.
legal aidJustice minister ups flat legal aid fee for solicitors to €520 after week of court disruption
Inheritance
Call to raise gift exemption to €5k so parents can help with deposits without reducing inheritance
TD Cormac Devlin says parents should be allowed gift €10,000 in total, without touching the lifetime thresholds.
petrol and dieselNo 'cliff-edge' says Taoiseach as phased reversal of fuel excise cuts to be discussed next week
soaring temperaturesMinister raises concerns with Uisce Éireann over water outages planned during hot weather
Budget 2027Inheritance tax shake-up under consideration as Taoiseach notes concerns of those without children
covid inquiryCovid inquiry quizzes Taoiseach in extensive question session on pandemic decision-making
O'Connell Street
While the GPO undergoes a makeover some government offices could move to O'Connell Street
There will be a cultural centre, office accommodation and retail space on the GPO site.
free contraception schemePharmacists to renew contraception prescriptions under expanded State service
Analysis
Here's why UK leader-in-waiting Andy Burnham won't need any introductions in Ireland
Those in Irish government circles have described the possible changeover from Starmer to Burnham as “business as usual”.
the man who created the internet'We have the power to change the internet for the better', says the World Wide Web inventor
Housing CrisisKeep eviction ban as option to tackle homelessness, report says, but coalition leaders say no
On The JournalExplainer
Why are the Taoiseach and Tánaiste supporting a Sinn Féin bill on abortion and will it pass?
It’s pretty rare for the government to back an opposition bill, but it’s even more unusual when it’s on the issue of abortion.
legal aid feesMinister digging in on legal aid reforms after report flags solicitors 'maximising' earnings
On The JournalHousing Crisis
Garden cabin legislation will be passed by the summer, junior minister pledges
On The JournalHousing Crisis
N11 road bridge, new parks and Naas harbour link among 82 projects approved under housing fund
HousingLegislation to force people who let their properties to register them is moving forward today
On The Journalenergy costs
Will excise cuts be extended so fuel remains cheaper? The government is still thinking about it
BEN GVIR SANCTIONSTravel bans for Israeli ministers are not enough, says McEntee as she pushes for EU trade sanctions
On The Journalcanadian visitor
Mark Carney to travel to Dublin and Mayo this weekend before joining G7 leaders in France
On The JournalLeaders' Questions
Government will do all it can for festivals after ticket firm collapse, minister says
Housing CrisisHarris says he's meeting too many local councils who think they've 'done enough' on housing
On The Journalthe candidate podcast
Tánaiste rules out stamp duty relief for first-time-buyers but says budget will target childcare fees
In a wide-ranging interview on The Candidate podcast, the Tánaiste outlined some of his budget priorities.
nationwide eventsEU Presidency events across Ireland to cost between €165m and €185m, excluding security costs
On The Journalprivate maternity option
Divisions emerge in Fine Gael over position taken by health minister on Rotunda consultants
The HSE said, in practice, there is no guarantee that a woman in the public system will see the same consultant or midwife at every appointment.
On The Journaldrink-driving arrest
'I'll face the consequences of whatever happens': Malcolm Byrne speaks about drink-driving arrest
