Dáil summer recess begins with TD urging Mayo to end ‘75-year famine’ in football final
Ceann Comhairle tells politicians ‘it’s very important to come back refreshed’ as proceedings end until September 16th
Government
Darragh O’Brien to axe Dublin Airport cap ‘as soon as possible’
President signs into law Act allowing Minister for Transport to end passenger limit
Government must ‘urgently’ decide if children’s science centre should be built, PAC says
Current €70.4m estimated cost of project may increase and excludes certain costs
Troubles legacy body claims Government has ‘not bought into’ telling truth about conflict
Senior ICRIR officer says co-operation offered by Dublin to earlier investigation into Freddie Scappaticci ‘has completely disappeared’
Aughinish Alumina report will not rule out that material is used in Russian weapons
At the highest level in Government there is much sensitivity about the Co Limerick plant
Who takes the credit for minimum wage increases?
The Government is likely a net loser as employers will be able to offset increased costs against their tax liability
Burning questions left as Dáil rises for summer break
The first half of 2026 raised plenty of questions; will there be answers in the second half?
Child benefit reform is a no-brainer. So why has the Government not done it?
Feckless inertia has become actively malign
Homelessness ‘risk’ for hundreds of refugee families sparks exchange between Ministers
Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan downplayed concerns of a Cabinet colleague and said refugees were moving to Dublin because of a ‘desire to live in this region’
E-scooter ban to be considered by Government, Minister says
Seán Canney says he has ‘a serious problem with children getting injured unnecessarily’
Criticism of public-service risk-taking ignores pain inflicted by private sector in crash
Neither sector is perfect but we need both working efficiently for the good of all
Ali Hewson and others could raise almost €20m for new children’s science centre, adjudicator finds
Adjudication report says State support of up to €30m could be needed over a decade to meet facility’s operating costs
‘It’s part of the dance’: State and union sides posture over new public-service pay deal
Industrial action threats mounting since accord expired in June, but Coalition will want to know exposure before Budget 2027
Utility infrastructure companies should not pay dividends to Government
Government should forgo dividends so providers could reduce standing charges to customers
Ceremony to remember Irish war dead reflects on shared suffering of Battle of the Somme
Hundreds attend annual Islandbridge commemoration in Dublin
Increase in public services complaints should be wake-up call for Government
It’s time for real accountability for those managing these failing services
Why are road deaths still rising despite promise of ‘renewed focus’ on safety?
Minister said last month proposed reforms for the Road Safety Authority would be brought forward shortly, but there is no sign of them yet
Civil servants will be permitted to take risks to speed up delivery of homes
Ministers urged to increase recruitment of public service apprenticeships after 2025 target missed
Strong tax returns of €50bn strengthen Government’s budgetary position
Latest half-year exchequer numbers indicate State collected €7.5bn in corporate tax last month
Minister pledges law change after review of nursing home regulation
O'Donnell says independent review highlights need for reforms to regulation and accountability
Personal climate sacrifices ring hollow while data centres expand
Reader argues that expansion of data centres undermines calls for personal lifestyle changes
Budget 2027 must reflect the real cost of living
The Government’s next budget should provide meaningful support for people struggling with rising costs
SNA trade union members vote to reject Government’s workforce development plan
‘Clear and decisive’ result shows SNAs do not have confidence in the plan, Fórsa trade union says
The 9% VAT rate has been welcomed by restaurants but does the hospitality sector actually need it?
Inside Business podcast with Ciarán Hancock
We’re ready to do a deal on public servants’ pay - and everything is on the table
Government ‘ready and willing for intensive discussions’ to build consensus with unions and staff representatives
The Irish Times view on Ireland’s EU presidency: more horse-trading than high politics
Intergovernmental bargaining makes up much of the EU’s activity
Cuts to fuel taxes won’t be fully reversed until after Budget, Coalition leaders decide
Cuts are due to expire at end of July, with Taoiseach and Tánaiste saying there will be no ‘cliff edge’
IMF warns Government not to stoke Ireland’s full-capacity economy with needless spending
Discretionary fiscal spending should be temporary and targeted, Washington-based fund says
Government unlikely to pursue drug decriminalisation proposals
Senior Fianna Fáil sources confirm there is no intention to push forward with Oireachtas committee recommendations
‘The ultra left is nihilist’: Pat Rabbitte outlines why broad left alliance won’t happen
Former minister told Inside Politics podcast that co-operation between Labour and Social Democrats would be ‘wise’
Where is the logic in reducing Ireland’s hedgerows to ecological deserts?
Such destruction should be regarded as an ecological emergency, not routine maintenance
The pitter-patter of little feet in the Áras? No, Michael D’s not back
Becoming President was good news for Catherine Connolly, but becoming a grandmother for the first time is just as good
New Irish passport design ‘a real reflection of who we are,’ says Minister
‘World-leading technology’ and ‘fantastic artwork’ make up the new travel document, McEntee says
Simon Harris indicates gradual rollback of fuel tax cuts to avoid ‘cliff-edge’
Tánaiste says decision on petrol and diesel pricing to be made before mid-July Dáil recess
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