Carbon-cutting commitments for 2030 are not being met, and even if they were the temperature rise would still be hugely damaging

Despite the annual complaints of disruption, the race has earned its place on the streets of the capital

If incumbency is an electoral advantage then the party is carrying a significant handicap as it approaches the starting line

The sponsors of the NCSC may have a legal contract but it is unlikely to see the light of day without Government buy-in

New domestic guidelines are needed on fiscal policy as EU rules are unlikely to be effective here

Massively scaled-up restoration measures are needed, requiring a paradigm shift in national priorities

The code is best seen as setting a standard that platforms must meet whichever way they choose - but much will come down to implementation

Driven by Russia and China, the Brics aspire to be a global counterweight to western power, though it can be an uncomfortable alliance

Critics of Simon Harris will see the entire exercise as proof of a reactive style of politics driven by the soundbite

Moldova’s knife-edge weekend vote in support of joining the EU was significant, particularly given Russian attempts to influence the referendum

The killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar had led to calls for a ceasefire, but intense Israeli strikes continued over the weekend

Reducing the incidence of tragic events must be the priority, but measures are needed too to reduce the costs of lengthy legal proceedings

When the official campaign begins, it will focus minds on questions that offer profitable lines of attack for the Opposition

Stable and efficient institutions are seen as vital to development - there are lessons here for Ireland

What is clear is that the current environment is causing serious harm, in particular for women

Ireland does have an abundance of alternative energy sources, particularly wind, but tapping them requires planning and investment

As we head towards a general election, the Government needs to concede that a new policy approach is needed

There is a risk of Europe going down a dangerous and inadvisable path on dealing with those seeking asylum

Over the course of the last two weeks, the public has been presented with evidence of serial failures of governance and management

The Government is unlikely to row back on the decision to end the 9 per cent Vat rate for hospitality, but does need to help SMEs