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Presidential Election
Heather Humphreys confirmed as Fine Gael’s presidential candidate, but who is the Monaghan ex-minister?
Humphreys retired from the Dáil last year but says she has “had a good rest” and is ready to go again.
modular homesSelling cabins for €40k in a housing crisis: 'I'm like a counsellor, people tell me their problems'
The Morning Lead
'I'm in public life for the long haul': Mary Lou McDonald continues to mull Áras bid
The Sinn Féin president spoke to The Journal about her party’s plans for the presidential election, the timeline for Irish unity, and her priorities for the new Dáil term.
Jim O'CallaghanJustice Minister needs to face reality that there is a safety issue in Dublin, McDonald says
Keeping us waitingSinn Féin has chosen a deadline for deciding whether it will field its own Áras candidate
irish presidential electionÁras 2025: Connolly's Sinn Féin impatience, another campaign begins, and the Jim Gavin question
Aras 2025'I've gone viral': Lawyer turned doggy daycare owner Nick Delehanty launches presidential bid
Dublin HotelsMinister hits out at hotels charging 'extortionate' prices and says he will address it in Budget
Dáil newbiesBeing a first-time TD: 'If you put money on me to get a seat, you would have made a fortune'
Dáil newbiesBeing a first-time TD: 'I took a plunge joining Fine Gael. Now my family are all members'
Safety6 foot 5 Justice Minister says he feels safe walking around Dublin 'any time of the day or night'
Palestine
EU accused of 'intimidation' of staff who are protesting bloc's response to Gaza
In one incident, bake sales organised for the Irish Red Cross were allegedly criticised as being “antisemitic”.
Dáil newbiesFirst-time TD Barry Heneghan on making a splash, that Lowry photo, and his thoughts on Paul Murphy
The Morning Lead
Everything we know about the presidential election so far - and a few things we don't
Haven’t been paying attention to the election yet? We’ve got you covered.
Dáil newbiesBeing a Gen Z TD: I've been surprised by how little ministers actually engage in debates
Dáil newbiesBeing a first-time TD: Martin Daly on keeping his GP practice going and his concerns about racism
Primary Schools'A disgrace': Up to 350 schools will not have access to hot school meals in September as promised
Central BankCentral Bank called on to conduct review ahead of Israeli bond prospectus renewal next month
Newbie TDSBeing a first-time TD: Will I still be doing this at 80? I don't know but I love it for now.
Dáil newbiesBeing a first-time TD: I was told people like me don't go to college. This is a dream come true.
The Morning Lead
Labour is backing Catherine Connolly for president, but not everyone is happy about it
The Journal takes a look behind the curtain on the Labour Party’s decision to back its former member Catherine Connolly in the race for the Áras.
The candidateSummer recess political awards: Tell us who you think are the winners and losers of this Dáil
this just in
Deputy Commissioner Justin Kelly announced as new Garda Commissioner, succeeding Drew Harris
It comes after a lengthy search process, with the current commissioner’s term extended twice.
C'mere til I tell yeShould garden cabins and attic conversions need planning permission? The government wants your views
budget 2026Chambers says any extra money given to ministers for Budget will come with strings attached
Jennifer Carroll MacNeillWin for Donegal as Health Minister greenlights Letterkenny surgical hub alongside Sligo one
It's all goodDanny Healy-Rae has slept on it and decided he won't make complaint about 'shove' from garda
Israel's war on GazaStarmer rejects calls for Palestinian statehood as he progresses plans to airdrop aid into Gaza
