Micheál Martin

All of our news, analysis and features on Fianna Fáil leader and former taoiseach Micheál Martin

Micheál Martin’s rejection of Bertie Ahern raises party tensions

Micheál Martin’s rejection of Bertie Ahern raises party tensions

Fianna Fáil Dublin Central proposal to let Bertie Ahern rejoin unlikely to be withdrawn

By Fiach KellyFri Dec 02 2016 - 01:00

Micheál Martin says Bertie Ahern return to FF not a ‘prospect’

Micheál Martin says Bertie Ahern return to FF not a ‘prospect’

Any application by former taoiseach to rejoin FF deemed threat to ‘fresh party’ identity

By Fiach KellyThu Dec 01 2016 - 18:28

Micheál Martin does not ‘anticipate’ Bertie Ahern return

Micheál Martin does not ‘anticipate’ Bertie Ahern return

‘The views that I articulated four years ago still stand’ Fianna Fail leader says

By Fiach KellyThu Dec 01 2016 - 15:00

Potential Bertie Ahern return reminds of dark cloud exit

Potential Bertie Ahern return reminds of dark cloud exit

Micheál Martin must decide if FF can handle baggage of pariah coming back in from cold

By Fiach KellyWed Nov 30 2016 - 20:55

Bertie Ahern career timeline: where did he come from?

Bertie Ahern career timeline: where did he come from?

He first stood for FF at the age of 25 in 1977

Wed Nov 30 2016 - 15:08

Water charges and property tax may be combined, says FF

Water charges and property tax may be combined, says FF

Micheál Martin looks to creation of single household charge but not before 2019

By Sarah BardonWed Nov 30 2016 - 01:00

Family entitled to know truth of Brian Stack’s death, says Taoiseach

Family entitled to know truth of Brian Stack’s death, says Taoiseach

Enda Kenny calls on Gerry Adams to clarify confusion over Stack suspects

By Michael O'ReganTue Nov 29 2016 - 18:49

Dáil business committee sidelines tributes to Fidel Castro

Dáil business committee sidelines tributes to Fidel Castro

FF chief Micheál Martin calls for protocols on the deaths of foreign leaders to be checked

By Marie O'HalloranTue Nov 29 2016 - 16:13

Miriam Lord: Shane Ross’s rules a red rag to angry Cabinet

Miriam Lord: Shane Ross’s rules a red rag to angry Cabinet

‘Obstinate, disruptive’ Winston Churchtown managing to rub everyone up wrong way

By Miriam LordSat Nov 26 2016 - 01:00

Micheál Martin: ‘British government lacks Brexit strategy’

Micheál Martin: ‘British government lacks Brexit strategy’

Fianna Fáil leader says its approach ‘would be funny were it not so serious’

By Pat LeahyFri Nov 25 2016 - 01:00

Three Cork suicides in November, not 16, says research group

Three Cork suicides in November, not 16, says research group

Sensationalist reporting can distort facts relating to suicide clusters, warns NSRF

By Barry RocheThu Nov 24 2016 - 20:37

Cork suicide rate twice national average, says FF leader

Cork suicide rate twice national average, says FF leader

Micheál Martin highlights death of 16 people in the county in past two weeks

By Michael O'ReganWed Nov 23 2016 - 18:30

Suicide rate in Cork is twice national average, Dáil told

Suicide rate in Cork is twice national average, Dáil told

Micheál Martin calls for more counselling services following increase in suicides

By Michael O'ReganWed Nov 23 2016 - 14:27

Water charges an issue that refuses to flow away

Water charges an issue that refuses to flow away

As Oireachtas committee is assembled, water funding keeps taunting Government parties

By Sarah BardonWed Nov 23 2016 - 01:00

Shane Ross described as ‘mini dictator’ by Micheál Martin

Shane Ross described as ‘mini dictator’ by Micheál Martin

Minister’s remarks about judicial appointments unacceptable, says Fianna Fáil leader

By Michael O'ReganTue Nov 22 2016 - 15:27

Fianna Fáil declines to rule out return of water charges

Fianna Fáil declines to rule out return of water charges

Expert commission to recommend how water services should be paid for

By Sarah BardonMon Nov 21 2016 - 20:55

Labour Court should not be used to ‘pile on’ pay demands - Martin

Labour Court should not be used to ‘pile on’ pay demands - Martin

FF leader says public pay issue should be resolved within Lansdowne Road Agreement

By Vivienne ClarkeMon Nov 21 2016 - 10:01

Fianna Fáil focused on restoring party fortunes in Dublin

Fianna Fáil focused on restoring party fortunes in Dublin

HQ closely monitoring local organisations and likely candidates ahead of next election

By Fiach KellySat Nov 19 2016 - 01:00

Stephen Collins: some home truths about public sector pay claims

Stephen Collins: some home truths about public sector pay claims

It has not registered that pay rises for public servants mean cuts in services or tax increases

By Stephen CollinsSat Nov 19 2016 - 00:50

Sporting cliches abound as Trump’s election kicks off a whole new ball game

Sporting cliches abound as Trump’s election kicks off a whole new ball game

Radio Review: ‘Morning Ireland’, ‘Today with Sean O’Rourke’, ‘Documentary on One: Sin-é – Jeff Buckley’s Irish Odyssey’, ‘The Ray D’Arcy Show’

By Mick HeaneyFri Nov 18 2016 - 14:00

Miriam Lord: Leaders keep Dáil entertained with cyber bluster

Miriam Lord: Leaders keep Dáil entertained with cyber bluster

Taoiseach and Ministers struggle to get heads around international threat of cyber crime

By Miriam LordThu Nov 17 2016 - 01:00

Dáil told Taoiseach’s department tight-lipped on cyber attacks

Dáil told Taoiseach’s department tight-lipped on cyber attacks

Kenny indicates that evidence available of such strikes in specific locations in Republic

By Marie O'HalloranWed Nov 16 2016 - 21:15

The Garda has three senior vacancies, Enda Kenny says

The Garda has three senior vacancies, Enda Kenny says

Taoiseach responds to FF claims that there are ‘significant’ vacancies across the force

By Michael O'ReganWed Nov 16 2016 - 14:46

Miriam Lord: A bit of a show to impress the Chinese

Miriam Lord: A bit of a show to impress the Chinese

China’s ‘fact-finding’ visit to the Dáil is derailed by a soliloquy by the man from Tipp

By Miriam LordWed Nov 16 2016 - 01:00

Dublin’s Islamic Cultural Centre celebrates 20th anniversary

Dublin’s Islamic Cultural Centre celebrates 20th anniversary

Clonskeagh building was opened in 1996 by then president Mary Robinson

By Patsy McGarryTue Nov 15 2016 - 01:00

Hospital doctors threaten strike action as pay talks collapse

Hospital doctors threaten strike action as pay talks collapse

Government officials say ‘not now in a position’ to negotiate €3,000 allowance

By Martin WallMon Nov 14 2016 - 12:58

Miriam Lord: Trump therapy is not needed at Leinster House

Miriam Lord: Trump therapy is not needed at Leinster House

The silver lining to the Donald’s win – it silences Ireland’s smug Clinton fan club

By Miriam LordSat Nov 12 2016 - 01:00

Government feels it had no choice but to welcome Trump win

Government feels it had no choice but to welcome Trump win

Enda Kenny and Ministers believe it is in Ireland’s interest to keep president-elect on side

By Fiach KellyFri Nov 11 2016 - 01:00

Donald Trump heavily criticised by Irish politicians during campaign

Donald Trump heavily criticised by Irish politicians during campaign

Enda Kenny accused US president elect of using ‘racist and dangerous’ language

By Fiach KellyWed Nov 09 2016 - 15:32

Miriam Lord: No satnav aid for leaders eyeing Lansdowne bypass

Miriam Lord: No satnav aid for leaders eyeing Lansdowne bypass

FF chief questions Taoiseach about Aviva location amid public-service pay quandary

By Miriam LordWed Nov 09 2016 - 01:00

Gerry Adams confirms party’s MPs will not take part in Brexit vote

Gerry Adams confirms party’s MPs will not take part in Brexit vote

Sharp exchanges as Micheál Martin accuses SF of hypocrisy for ‘taking Saxon shilling’

By Marie O'HalloranTue Nov 08 2016 - 20:10

Schools closed over extra hour’s work, Kenny tells Dáil

Schools closed over extra hour’s work, Kenny tells Dáil

Opposition criticises Government’s approach to secondary school teachers’ strike

By Michael O'ReganTue Nov 08 2016 - 19:15

FF urged to back referendum to keep water in public ownership

FF urged to back referendum to keep water in public ownership

Joan Collins’s proposed Bill has support of 39 TDs, plus Right2Water and some unions

By Sarah BardonThu Nov 03 2016 - 20:03

Kenny says gardaí to access industrial relations procedures

Kenny says gardaí to access industrial relations procedures

Taoiseach warns there will be ‘no winners’ if strike by gardaí goes ahead

By Michael O'ReganThu Nov 03 2016 - 01:00

Government ‘committed’ to Lansdowne Road Agreement

Government ‘committed’ to Lansdowne Road Agreement

Fianna Fáil leader claims deal unravelling due to administration’s ‘unilateral action’

By Marie O'HalloranWed Nov 02 2016 - 16:31

Micheál Martin 'unbelievably easy to wind up', claims Varadkar

Micheál Martin 'unbelievably easy to wind up', claims Varadkar

Leo Varadkar hits back in escalating row with Fianna Fáil leader

By Fiach KellySun Oct 30 2016 - 16:45

Dáil disgraced by stunts, self-interest and grandstanding

Dáil disgraced by stunts, self-interest and grandstanding

Micheál Martin, Clare Daly and PAC have all contributed to bad political form

By Stephen CollinsSat Oct 29 2016 - 09:53

Miriam Lord: McDowell uses sharp wit to cutting effect

Miriam Lord: McDowell uses sharp wit to cutting effect

Micheál Martin managed to upset everyone and Enda Kenny was removed from office

By Miriam LordSat Oct 29 2016 - 01:00

Symphysiotomy falsehoods: Ireland’s culture of impunity must end

Symphysiotomy falsehoods: Ireland’s culture of impunity must end

Medical ambition was behind breaches of women’s human rights yet no person or agency has ever been held to account

By Marie O'ConnorThu Oct 27 2016 - 01:00

Regina spectre: Halloween break returns to haunt Chief Whip

Regina spectre: Halloween break returns to haunt Chief Whip

Dáil Business Committee has no business thinking that it can guide Dáil business

By Miriam LordWed Oct 26 2016 - 01:00

Fianna Fáil TDs concerned at party stance on first time buyers

Fianna Fáil TDs concerned at party stance on first time buyers

Jim O’Callaghan, Jack Chambers question decision to amend ‘help to buy’ scheme

By Sarah BardonTue Oct 25 2016 - 22:11

Martin complains to Ceann Comhairle over Dáil reforms

Martin complains to Ceann Comhairle over Dáil reforms

FF leaders says it’s unfair his party gets same speaking time as other Opposition parties

By Sarah BardonTue Oct 25 2016 - 21:40

Fitzgerald and O’Sullivan discuss Garda strike contingency plan

Fitzgerald and O’Sullivan discuss Garda strike contingency plan

Work will continue with great intensity to map a way forward, Tánaiste tells Dáil

By Michael O'ReganTue Oct 25 2016 - 21:09

Matriarch of famed political family Ann Lenihan dies

Matriarch of famed political family Ann Lenihan dies

Mother of late finance minister Brian Lenihan and wife of late tánaiste dies at Mater

By Mark HilliardTue Oct 25 2016 - 20:23

Don’t go ahead with strikes, Taoiseach urges gardaí, teachers

Don’t go ahead with strikes, Taoiseach urges gardaí, teachers

Hopes officials and Ministers ‘ will work out way forward’ within Lansdowne Road deal

By Michael O'ReganTue Oct 25 2016 - 16:41

Dáil to sit next week after making U-turn on mid-term break

Dáil to sit next week after making U-turn on mid-term break

FF had initially voted in business committee for the break before later voting against

By Marie O'HalloranTue Oct 25 2016 - 16:34

Micheál Martin should ‘stop taking cheap shots’, says Doherty

Micheál Martin should ‘stop taking cheap shots’, says Doherty

Government Chief Whip says FF leader has ‘taken a pop’ at FG at every opportunity

By Vivienne Clarke and Marie O'HalloranMon Oct 24 2016 - 11:47

Union warns special pay deals will trigger knock-on claims

Union warns special pay deals will trigger knock-on claims

Special treatment for striking gardaí and teachers ‘unacceptable’, Impact cautions

By Fiona Gartland, Carl O'Brien and Marie O'HalloranMon Oct 24 2016 - 09:13

Fianna Fáil is committed to alcohol Bill, Martin says

Fianna Fáil is committed to alcohol Bill, Martin says

Party leader clarifies FF’s position on legislation following lobbying by drinks industry

By Marie O'HalloranSun Oct 23 2016 - 21:28

Leo Varadkar accuses Martin of acting like Donald Trump

Leo Varadkar accuses Martin of acting like Donald Trump

Minister responds after FF leader criticises his ‘PR-obsessed’ tenure in health portfolio

By Marie O'HalloranSun Oct 23 2016 - 19:23

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