The Irish Government narrowly secured victory in a Dáil vote on a Sinn Féin proposal that sought to block Israel from selling bonds within the European Union, a measure that would have involved limiting Central Bank approval of related financial instruments. The motion was defeated by a margin of 87 to 75 votes. Among those who opposed the Government were …
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The Social Democrats will not participate in the formation of the next government, according to deputy leader Cian O’Callaghan. Following a meeting of the parliamentary party, O’Callaghan stated that Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael had not committed to the Social Democrats’ key priorities. These priorities include delivering 50,000 affordable homes, fully implementing Sláintecare, appointing a senior minister for disability, ensuring …
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Independent TDs who are expected to support the upcoming government may not receive a full Cabinet position and might have to accept a super junior role instead. Following the election of Verona Murphy as Ceann Comhairle, there is some hesitation within Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael about offering a senior Cabinet position to an Independent TD. Seán Canney and Noel …
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