Seán Lemass: Historic meeting uncovered ‘bare, hard-rock prejudices’

Taoiseach believed IRA bombing campaign in 1939 masterminded by British agents to scupper partition talks

Stonewalling ended when Harold Wilson took power in 1964 and revealed location of body

The tapes, recorded by hotelier Dermot Ryan in 1967, are an exceptional political testament

Seán Lemass tapes: Still regarded as Ireland’s greatest taoiseach, Lemass missed the pleasures of cards and golf and going to race meetings

Gemma Hussey recalls threatening letters warning ‘we know where you live’

Pope should revoke ancient designation of Christ Church as Dublin’s cathedral

Ireland should follow French model in abortion law, protecting mother and unborn

‘Bloody Sunday changed my life in every way’ said Dr Daly, whose stroke liberated him

Archbishop’s criticism of Maynooth seminary latest example of individuality

Newly-wed Margaret Shineman had lain in a grave in Kinsale as an unnamed victim

Nuns sit on St Vincent’s board of directors and doctors must sign contracts promising adherence to hospital ethos

Admissions policies are another ‘dark stain’ and an affront to the ideals of the Republic

Continues commitment by diocese and College ‘to excellence in education in Kilkenny’

Joint committee told genetically modified food is necessary to help feed the world

Justin endured ‘torture’ over church teaching on homosexuality, says ex-president

Liner torpedoed off Kinsale by German submarine in May 1915 with loss of 1,198 lives

Waterford champions end Cratloe’s double dreams

Analysis: Hogan’s apparent command of the agriculture brief assured his victory

Incoming EU agriculture commissioner has appointed Peter Power as head of cabinet

Carlow native cited as one of the most noteworthy people in business in Perth