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Assessment of 42 schools at risk of structural defects near end

Minister not ruling out litigation concerning schools built by Western Building Systems

By Conor Gallagher and Eoghan MacConnellMon Oct 29 2018 - 18:14

Peter Casey will set up ‘New Fianna Fáil’ if party objects to his membership

Fianna Fáil accuses presidential candidate of engaging in lazy and dangerous politics

By Harry McGee and Vivienne ClarkeMon Oct 29 2018 - 12:38

Casey phenomenon no harbinger of new form of populist politics

Late surge in support tapped into segment of Irish electorate prepared to rebel regularly

By Stephen CollinsMon Oct 29 2018 - 06:00

‘No votes’ in trying to help Travellers, says Renua’s John Leahy

Peter Casey ‘stood up for something’ and won support because of that – councillor

By Conor Kane and Gearoid KeeganSun Oct 28 2018 - 17:18

'Irish Times' view on the presidential election: vacuous contest, predictable end

One of the most important moments in the democratic cycle was reduced at times to a grotesque parody of itself

Sun Oct 28 2018 - 12:34

Sinn Féin’s presidential campaign was a failure

Analysis: If aim was to broaden brand and spread United Ireland message it did not work

By Harry McGeeSun Oct 28 2018 - 10:10

Varadkar: ‘Imagine what we could have done with a majority’

Taoiseach’s comments come as Fine Gael begin confidence-and-supply talks with Fianna Fáil

By Conor Gallagher and Conor PopeSat Oct 27 2018 - 20:21

Casey vote viewed as protest rather than unleashing of an Irish Trump

Analysis: If businessman runs for Dáil he could stop Sinn Féin winning a second seat in Donegal

By Fiach KellySat Oct 27 2018 - 14:58

Varadkar and Martin’s duel over new deal is all about next election

‘This battle is about the war, and the war is the general election’, says senior Fianna Fáil TD

By Fiach KellySat Oct 27 2018 - 06:00

Fr Peter McVerry: A saint? If he is, he’s an angry one

‘There are 15,000 people homeless. And much worse is coming down the road’

By Jennifer O'ConnellSat Oct 27 2018 - 06:00

President Peter Casey: we were secretly on his side all along

It’s about time we had a moneyed trigger-happy weirdo as head of state. #diversity

By Patrick FreyneSat Oct 27 2018 - 05:00

Cliff Taylor: Donohoe must not rush to boost bankers’ pay or bonuses

Frustration at bank salary caps ignores fact sector smaller than era of boom-time folly

By Cliff TaylorSat Oct 27 2018 - 05:00

The Irish Times view on polling day: make your vote count

For only the second time, an incumbent president is seeking a second term

Fri Oct 26 2018 - 00:10

Fianna Fáil tells Fine Gael it wants review of confidence-and-supply deal

Party representatives begin talks on possibly extending their Government accord

By Fiach KellyFri Oct 26 2018 - 00:00

European Parliament votes to ban single-use plastics

Under proposed directive, items such as straws, swabs, plates and cutlery would be banned by 2021

By Kevin O'SullivanThu Oct 25 2018 - 20:25

Two solicitors who operated ‘chaotic’ practice are struck off

Judge said Keith Flynn and Lyndsey Clarke should be struck off to ensure the integrity of the profession

By Mary CarolanThu Oct 25 2018 - 18:44

Former Fine Gael TD loses appeal against assault conviction

Sean Conlan found guilty of assaulting man at his family’s pub in Ballybay, Co Monaghan

By Patsy McArdleThu Oct 25 2018 - 13:56

Varadkar claims ‘Brexiteers’ could collapse Government under FF plan

Taoiseach addresses Brexit issues as talks on future of ‘confidence and supply deal’ begin

By Simon CarswellThu Oct 25 2018 - 12:23

In profile: The six candidates running for the presidency

Michael D Higgins will be a hard act to follow, but the pretenders have impressive CVs

By Harry McGeeThu Oct 25 2018 - 09:41

National Broadband Plan woes could be a blessing in disguise

Perhaps the controversy over former minister Denis Naughten can lead to a reboot

Thu Oct 25 2018 - 05:46

EU digital tax crusader hopes to sweet-talk Ireland

Europe Letter: France’s Bruno Le Maire is mobilising for a cause Dublin is dead against

By Patrick SmythThu Oct 25 2018 - 01:00

Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil to get down to brass tacks on Government’s future

A lot rests on the negotiations which are to begin in a small room in Leinster House

By Fiach KellyThu Oct 25 2018 - 00:27

The Irish Times view on Sinn Féin and the past: competing memories

The party needs to show it is willing to give a greater measure of respect to unionists

Thu Oct 25 2018 - 00:02

FF angered by FG demand for costing of agreement proposals

Parties set to begin negotiations on review of confidence-and-supply agreement

By Fiach KellyWed Oct 24 2018 - 06:00

Seymour Crawford hailed as a ‘peacemaker’ at funeral

Service in Co Monaghan hears tributes to former Fine Gael politician who died aged 74

By Michael FisherTue Oct 23 2018 - 21:57

Conservatives on campus: ‘We’re imprisoned by liberals’

What’s it like to be right wing at a liberal Irish university in the age of Trump?

By Jack PowerTue Oct 23 2018 - 00:00

UK will not renege on backstop commitment, says Bradley

Northern Secretary claims government plans to stick to December agreement over Border

By Denis StauntonMon Oct 22 2018 - 16:46

McCourt held meetings with Anglo Irish Bank about buying assets

Businessman’s meetings with Denis Naughten lead to the minister’s resignation

By Simon CarswellMon Oct 22 2018 - 03:00

Martin says Varadkar would be ‘reckless’ to call election now

‘The one person who has done the most to create an aura of instability around his own Government is the Taoiseach himself’

By Pat LeahySun Oct 21 2018 - 17:49

Breen had three more meetings with lead NBP bidder

Seen & Heard: Minister of State also visited McCourt at his home in a private capacity

Sun Oct 21 2018 - 13:19

Miriam Lord’s Week: Toaster police pop up at Leinster House

‘Irish Times’ sparks Brussels spat, political women booked and Casey Traveller remarks

By Miriam LordSat Oct 20 2018 - 05:00

Pat Leahy: Ireland had better get used to minority governments

Poll shows majority for Fine Gael or Fianna Fáil is out of question so deals will be done

By Pat LeahySat Oct 20 2018 - 04:00

Galway 2020: no sponsorship raised in six months and almost €130,000 spent on fees

Two Aosdána poets calling for artists to take over cultural capital project’s creative leadership

By Lorna SigginsFri Oct 19 2018 - 21:49

Canvassers get cold reception over vote on ‘silly’ blasphemy rule

Uninterested reaction from early morning commuters at train station canvass

By Jack PowerThu Oct 18 2018 - 12:52

Report to assess if National Broadband Plan ‘compromised’

Auditor Peter Smyth to complete review ordered after resignation of Denis Naughten

By Fiach KellyWed Oct 17 2018 - 21:31

Land Development Agency warned not to repeat Irish Water mistakes

Oireachtas committee asks agency to be ‘open and accountable’

By Conor PopeWed Oct 17 2018 - 17:52

Michael D Higgins 54 points ahead in position that looks unassailable

President streets ahead of all challengers in Irish Times poll

By Aisling CorcoranWed Oct 17 2018 - 05:00

Michael D Higgins accused of treating debates like ‘Liveline’

TDs say President’s team wrong to phone in a clarification when he had not shown up

By Fiach KellyTue Oct 16 2018 - 18:51

ECB’s Draghi to appear before Oireachtas committee next month

Frankfurt’s top man accepts invitation to discuss banking sector and tracker controversy

By Eoin Burke-KennedyTue Oct 16 2018 - 12:38

The Irish Times view on the Ipsos/MRBI poll: Fine Gael still in the driving seat

Leo Varadkar’s party is in a strong position, but the poll leaves open the question as to who will form the next government

Tue Oct 16 2018 - 05:00

Irish Times/Ipsos MRBI poll: 44% in favour of general election

Fine Gael maintains lead over its rivals despite a dip in satisfaction with Varadkar

By Pat LeahyTue Oct 16 2018 - 05:00

Fine Gael budget safely to hold on to pole position

Eight-point lead over Fianna Fáil a significant advantage

By Damian LoscherTue Oct 16 2018 - 05:00

Denis Naughten stays plugged in to his loyal constituents

Locals close ranks around the former minister as he opens heritage trail in Roscommon

By Darragh KellyMon Oct 15 2018 - 01:00

Martin unsure why Varadkar is keeping option of collapsing Government open

Two Independent TDs commit to backing administration during ‘crucial’ Brexit talks

By Marie O'Halloran and Jack PowerSun Oct 14 2018 - 13:55

Irish women in politics: ‘Now, now, girlie. There’s no place for women here’

The trailblazing women who breached the male-dominated world of Irish politics encountered sexism and prejudice – from both sexes, writes Martina Fitzgerald, in this edited extract from her new book

By Martina FitzgeraldSat Oct 13 2018 - 06:00

From Marcus Aurelius to Jesse Ventura: terrible leaders and their artistic notions

I’m easily swayed by politicians who do art. Here are some of my favourites

By Patrick FreyneSat Oct 13 2018 - 05:00

Broadband to be key element of talks on Government

Leo Varadkar and Micheál Martin to meet next week on future of confidence-and-supply

By Fiach KellySat Oct 13 2018 - 00:13

Irish Times view on a tumultuous week: a step closer to an election

Manoeuvring for position between Leo Varadkar and Micheál Martin will continue until polling day, whenever that comes

Sat Oct 13 2018 - 00:10

Broadband plan: Why did Denis Naughten resign?

Former minister’s desperation resulted in an appalling lack of judgment

By Fiach KellySat Oct 13 2018 - 00:01

Naughten’s exit throws broadband plan into doubt

Independent auditor will assess if process has been compromised, says Taoiseach

By Pat Leahy and Fiach KellyFri Oct 12 2018 - 01:00

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