Seán Ó Fearghaíl, the outgoing Ceann Comhairle, has expressed his disappointment over Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin’s decision to support Independent TD Verona Murphy for the role of the new Ceann Comhairle. Ó Fearghaíl stated that while he was not angry, he was deeply disappointed by the decision, particularly since he believes the position should not be part of government …
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The Cabinet is holding its first meeting since the General Election. Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin will seek approval for Ireland to intervene in two ongoing cases at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The first case involves South Africa’s action against Israel, which was initiated following military operations in Gaza after the attack on October 7, …
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Gráinne Seoige (FF) Galway West Since George Lee’s move from RTÉ to Leinster House, no media figure has sparked as much excitement as Gráinne Seoige. However, her political venture will be even shorter than Lee’s stint with Fine Gael. Lee, who topped the poll in a 2009 by-election, left politics after just nine months. Seoige, on the other hand, secured …
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