Sign created in Howth during second World War is an act of ‘positive neutrality’, Higgins says

Range of options on reducing agriculture emissions to be brought to Cabinet

Tánaiste has ‘listening ear’ and consultation conducted in ‘usual way’, says Department

As trade and cultural links grow, schools are broadening language class offerings

Measures include forcing manufacturers to redesign products and reduce waste packaging

Big upfront costs for current generation but plan is fastest route to sustainable prosperity

Minister says, however, that mood music ahead of UN gathering now ‘not as bleak’

State to act on reduction of food and construction waste as part of new Bill

Among solutions proposed are measures designed to ease financial burden

Ó Broin claims Government’s proposals not ambitious, honest, or committed to delivery

Parliamentary party meeting hears support for 100% redress to remedy defective buildings

Insiders fear what the controversy says about the party after 10 years in power, and where it is going

Committee discusses rents, low pay and need for forum for recovery strategy

Committee told no provision in contract to apply penalties if targets not met

Tánaiste says up to a third of all electricity produced may go to powering data centres

Some businesses being established without any full-time employees, Isme tells TDs

Cabinet approves heads of Circular Economy Bill to cut food waste and boost separation

More than 30 Opposition amendments to landmark legislation fall or rejected

The Government has pledged to establish a citizens’ assembly to reform the education system – but what issues should we address? We asked a dozen public figures in the arts, media, business and education for their views

Good faith turns to buyer’s remorse as TDs see no unwinding of draconian Covid curbs