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A fresh wave of criticism has been directed at Taoiseach Micheál Martin, as opposition leaders jointly request an urgent meeting to address the ongoing conflict over proposed changes to speaking rights in the Dáil. The dispute, which has been simmering since January, is expected to culminate in a critical vote on Tuesday when the Government brings its motion before the …

Political parties and groups are set to submit proposals this Wednesday to amend Dáil speaking time regulations. This initiative follows a contentious dispute involving Regional Independent TDs who support the Government but sought the right to speak from the opposition benches. Efforts are currently underway to revamp the existing system, which may result in increased speaking time for Government TDs. …

Fine Gael has announced that it will initiate a disciplinary process against Senator Martin Conway, following his resignation from the parliamentary party after failing to inform party headquarters about his recent arrest. The Clare-based senator confirmed in a statement that he was arrested on January 22 on O’Connell Street in Dublin for being intoxicated due to the consumption of sleeping …

Senator Martin Conway has stepped down from the Fine Gael parliamentary party as disciplinary proceedings begin following his recent arrest. The Clare-based senator confirmed that he was arrested on January 22 on O’Connell Street in Dublin for being intoxicated due to the consumption of sleeping tablets and alcohol. In a statement, he admitted to being detained at Store Street Garda …

Broadcaster Evanne Ní Chuilinn has officially stepped down from her role at RTÉ after being appointed as a Fine Gael senator by Tánaiste Simon Harris. Harris praised Ní Chuilinn’s transition into politics, highlighting her achievements as a journalist, broadcaster, and author. He emphasized her dedication to advocating for women in sports, mental health, and women’s healthcare, stating that she would …

The latest Sunday Independent/Ireland Thinks opinion poll indicates a rise in support for Sinn Féin, while Fine Gael has seen a decline. Fianna Fáil remains the most favored party in the country, holding steady at 24%. Sinn Féin has gained three percentage points since the previous poll, bringing its support to 22%, securing its position in second place. Fine Gael has …

Counting is underway in the Seanad election, with the first results from the two university panels expected to be announced this evening. Voting officially ended in both the NUI panel and the Dublin University/Trinity College panel this morning at 11 a.m. Turnout figures indicate that close to 30% voted in the NUI panel, with the Dublin University/Trinity College panel at …

Dáil Elects Micheál Martin as Taoiseach: Ireland into New Era Micheál Martin has just been formally elected Taoiseach in this pivotal Irish political moment. The result comes after weeks of negotiations and deals between different parties that have finally led to the historic coalition government of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and the Green Party. This is a very unique alliance …

Negotiations between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael on forming a Programme for Government have resumed, with both parties aiming to establish an administration before the Dáil reconvenes on January 22. Meanwhile, the Regional Independent Group is set to meet today to finalize its team for upcoming discussions on government formation. So far, these negotiations have taken place away from the …

Outgoing Minister for Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan, has expressed confidence that the Green Party will recover and come back stronger, despite losing 11 of its 12 Dáil seats in the recent General Election. Ryan, who led the Green Party for 13 years until June, acknowledged the difficulties faced by the party in recent elections but emphasized that the …