Kieran Coughlan

Blocking Bills by refusing Money Message is unprecedented in past 50 years

The recording of abstentions by TDs could leave new laws open to legal challenge

Pubs in Ireland have become much more expensive in the past few years

Opposition condemns Government’s ‘lack of respect’ for constitutional convention

Profile: One description of Ceann Comhairle is that he’s an equal opportunities grump

FG minister says Upper House ‘obsolete’ but FF leader says Government killing debate

Appointment of new Clerk of the Dail leads to sharp exchanges

Vast new constituencies will present a big challenge to lesser-known candidates

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Ceann Comhairle resents being dragged into controversy on new Dail Clerk appointment

Is Kenny letting go the string of the dissident kite, allowing it float into the skies?

Referendum Commission will have budget of €3.3m for its information campaign

Kieran Coughlan served the State with distinction, honour and loyalty Taoiseach says

Government defends figure supplied by Bruton indicating savings from abolition

Vote on Court of Appeal to be held in October