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Court told PAC made ‘hurtful’ and ‘damaging’ statements about Angela Kerins

Court told PAC made ‘hurtful’ and ‘damaging’ statements about Angela Kerins

PAC argues it had jurisdiction to conduct hearings concerning public payments to Rehab

By Mary CarolanThu Oct 06 2016 - 17:43

Project Eagle: Noonan knew of Cushnahan role in NI loans bid

Project Eagle: Noonan knew of Cushnahan role in NI loans bid

Minister confirms to Dáil committee that Nama chief told him of Pimco’s auction exit

By Barry O'HalloranThu Oct 06 2016 - 15:53

Central Bank questions budget giveaway plan

Central Bank questions budget giveaway plan

Regulator’s chief economist says Ireland probably does not need fiscal stimulus

By Joe BrennanThu Oct 06 2016 - 13:34

Funding of €37m needed for ‘worsening’ mental health crisis

Funding of €37m needed for ‘worsening’ mental health crisis

Oireachtas group on mental health says investment in Budget 2017 is ‘vital’

By Rachel FlahertyThu Oct 06 2016 - 13:12

Raw sewage being pumped into Cork harbour, Dáil told

Raw sewage being pumped into Cork harbour, Dáil told

Simon Coveney says Irish Water will solve problem in 18 months with €100m investment

By Michael O'ReganWed Oct 05 2016 - 22:15

Splashing the cash: Oireachtas committees costing €265,000

Splashing the cash: Oireachtas committees costing €265,000

Panel chiefs told 23 people hired to facilitate establishment of five further committees

By Sarah BardonWed Oct 05 2016 - 20:22

State argues Angela Kerins not entitled to damages

State argues Angela Kerins not entitled to damages

Former Rehab chief executive takes case over treatment by Public Accounts Committee

By Mary CarolanWed Oct 05 2016 - 17:38

Irish growth forecasts cut again due to global uncertainty

Irish growth forecasts cut again due to global uncertainty

Officials cite concerns around Brexit, slower US growth and exchange rate movements

By Eoin Burke-KennedyTue Oct 04 2016 - 16:01

HSE says reforms to key areas of primary care system are needed

HSE says reforms to key areas of primary care system are needed

Health chiefs call for update of rules on eligibility and access to services

By Martin WallTue Oct 04 2016 - 05:50

Red Mass marks the start of legal term with a dash of religious tradition

Red Mass marks the start of legal term with a dash of religious tradition

Name derived from red robes worn to symbolise Holy Spirit’s tongues of fire

By Hugh LinehanTue Oct 04 2016 - 01:01

Noonan’s efforts to tax ‘vulture’ funds seen as ineffective

Noonan’s efforts to tax ‘vulture’ funds seen as ineffective

Oireachtas budgetary committee says further measures needed to plug legal loophole

By Fiach KellyMon Oct 03 2016 - 21:04

Seanad relocation to Natural History Museum costs extra €500,000

Seanad relocation to Natural History Museum costs extra €500,000

Upper House has been forced to find a new home while Leinster House undergoes repairs

By Fiach KellyMon Oct 03 2016 - 01:00

Egyptian court adjourns Ibrahim Halawa trial for 15th time

Egyptian court adjourns Ibrahim Halawa trial for 15th time

Latest delay ‘cements belief that the trial is now unlikely any time soon’

By Sorcha PollakSun Oct 02 2016 - 16:08

Miriam Lord: The curious incident of the dog in the boot

Miriam Lord: The curious incident of the dog in the boot

A retiring secretary general recalls a ‘Yes Minister’-style intervention

By Miriam LordSat Oct 01 2016 - 01:00

Golden opportunity to represent the diaspora could be lost

Golden opportunity to represent the diaspora could be lost

Ten senators should be elected from different areas around the world under reform plan

By Enda O'CoineenFri Sept 30 2016 - 01:30

Dublin Bus deal puts pressure on Government’s pay policy

Dublin Bus deal puts pressure on Government’s pay policy

Gardaí and teachers are threatening strike action over public service salary agreement

By Martin WallFri Sept 30 2016 - 01:00

How we could have a national health service in Ireland

How we could have a national health service in Ireland

Consensus needed to overcome vested interests against universal healthcare

By Allyson PollockFri Sept 30 2016 - 01:00

Pimco ‘forced to withdraw’ from Project Eagle sale over fixer fees

Pimco ‘forced to withdraw’ from Project Eagle sale over fixer fees

Chairman Frank Daly says group dropped bid for loan book due to Nama’s stance

By Sarah BardonThu Sept 29 2016 - 20:02

Bruton: Junior cycle students to lose 10% unless reforms accepted

Bruton: Junior cycle students to lose 10% unless reforms accepted

Second level teacher union tells members it is doubtful authorities will allow English exam loss

By Carl O'BrienThu Sept 29 2016 - 14:19

Treatment of women who suffer maternal tragedies ‘shameful’

Treatment of women who suffer maternal tragedies ‘shameful’

Minister for Health says compensation systems for children injured at birth is ‘adversarial’

By Sorcha PollakThu Sept 29 2016 - 12:36

Closed operating theatres mean surgeons cannot do their work

Closed operating theatres mean surgeons cannot do their work

Shocking shortage of beds in our hospitals also increasing pain for patients

By John DuddyThu Sept 29 2016 - 05:15

Lack of resources blamed for diminished Garda service

Lack of resources blamed for diminished Garda service

Head of Policing Authority says reduced staffing levels within the force are a ‘problem’

By Conor LallyWed Sept 28 2016 - 21:58

Enda Kenny refuses to address Horse Racing Ireland controversy

Enda Kenny refuses to address Horse Racing Ireland controversy

Sinn Féin TD raises concerns over re-appointment of chief executive for third term

By Marie O'HalloranWed Sept 28 2016 - 18:29

Motor insurance woes set to drive many of us round the bend

Motor insurance woes set to drive many of us round the bend

If your policy is due to be renewed, you may well be whacked with a big rise in the premium

By Ciarán HancockWed Sept 28 2016 - 13:09

Abortion on demand the legal outcome of repeal of Eighth Amendment

Abortion on demand the legal outcome of repeal of Eighth Amendment

Simply removing protection for the unborn opens the way to unlimited abortion

By Gerry WhiteWed Sept 28 2016 - 01:00

Fragile Government unlikely to rush into abortion referendum

Fragile Government unlikely to rush into abortion referendum

Debate to continue as Kenny believes motion to repeal Eighth Amendment would not pass

By Pat LeahyWed Sept 28 2016 - 01:00

Miriam Lord: Yes, Taoiseach, abortion is not black and white

Miriam Lord: Yes, Taoiseach, abortion is not black and white

Kenny gets one thing right when confronted about repealing Eighth Amendment

By Miriam LordTue Sept 27 2016 - 23:16

‘Repeal’ campaign: Abortion no ‘black and white’ issue - Kenny

‘Repeal’ campaign: Abortion no ‘black and white’ issue - Kenny

Ruth Coppinger and other AAA-PBP TDs wear sweaters with slogans for Leaders’ Questions

By Marie O'HalloranTue Sept 27 2016 - 21:43

Third-level funding is major budget issue, says Martin

Third-level funding is major budget issue, says Martin

Enda Kenny tells Dáil that Cabinet discussions are already under way on the issue

By Michael O'ReganTue Sept 27 2016 - 21:42

Independents may block Fitzgerald’s judicial appointments

Independents may block Fitzgerald’s judicial appointments

Fears that reform bill will never be passed as Cabinet still split on issue of judicial reform

By Pat LeahyTue Sept 27 2016 - 21:30

Short-term funding for third-level under discussion, says Kenny

Short-term funding for third-level under discussion, says Kenny

Micheál Martin tells Taoiseach that education is major budget issue for Fianna Fáil

By Michael O'ReganTue Sept 27 2016 - 15:00

Fintan Drury: Ireland has failed Europe’s refugees once again

Fintan Drury: Ireland has failed Europe’s refugees once again

The failure of the majority of our politicians to engage meaningfully in Europe’s humanitarian crisis of today cannot be excused

By Fintan DruryTue Sept 27 2016 - 05:00

Coveney to bring housing planning Bill to Cabinet

Coveney to bring housing planning Bill to Cabinet

Councillors concerned about proposals in Bill giving powers to An Bord Pleanála

By Sarah BardonTue Sept 27 2016 - 01:02

Citizens’ assembly on abortion to meet next month

Citizens’ assembly on abortion to meet next month

Group of 100 chaired by judge Mary Laffoy to discuss future of Eighth Amendment

By Pat LeahyMon Sept 26 2016 - 20:55

Ireland’s abortion wars are set to rage again

Ireland’s abortion wars are set to rage again

A new generation of people, many born since 1983, want to have their say on the issue

By Pat LeahySat Sept 24 2016 - 13:10

Michael Noonan is still key to the Government’s success

Michael Noonan is still key to the Government’s success

Profile: The Minister for Finance will play his usual vital role in Budget 2017

By Pat LeahySat Sept 24 2016 - 01:00

Farrel Corcoran: Media letting Ireland sleepwalk into further loss of sovereignty

Farrel Corcoran: Media letting Ireland sleepwalk into further loss of sovereignty

TTIP and CETA trade deals with US and Canada have huge implications yet lack coverage

By Farrel CorcoranFri Sept 23 2016 - 06:00

Colum Kenny: Nama investigation will fail to get full facts

Colum Kenny: Nama investigation will fail to get full facts

Oireachtas that wants to investigate Nama is the same one that let it loose in the first place

By Colum KennyFri Sept 23 2016 - 05:00

Government to consider giving more powers to Gsoc

Government to consider giving more powers to Gsoc

Ombudsman wants the ability to compel An Garda Síochána to surrender evidence

By Conor LallyFri Sept 23 2016 - 01:00

Gardaí ‘using weaknesses in law to delay inquiries into members’

Gardaí ‘using weaknesses in law to delay inquiries into members’

Garda Ombudsman seeks ability to compel force to surrender evidence in malpractice cases

By Conor LallyThu Sept 22 2016 - 08:18

Healthcare providers check technological innovation’s vital signs

Healthcare providers check technological innovation’s vital signs

Irish health services need to be realistic about technology’s effectiveness, says KPMG

By Barry McCallThu Sept 22 2016 - 05:28

Gsoc outlines powers it wants to investigate Garda

Gsoc outlines powers it wants to investigate Garda

Oireachtas committee told Garda’s shift towards transparency has been slow

By Conor LallyThu Sept 22 2016 - 01:00

Donohoe maintains hard line on spending for 2017

Donohoe maintains hard line on spending for 2017

No increase in €1bn fiscal space and no extra cash to bail out departments, says Minister

By Pat LeahyWed Sept 21 2016 - 21:40

Slide in university rankings an imperfect but ominous indicator of decline

The mounting cost of the third-level funding crisis

Wed Sept 21 2016 - 21:00

UK to begin Brexit process early next year, says Enda Kenny

UK to begin Brexit process early next year, says Enda Kenny

Taoiseach says indications coming from David Davis on triggering Article 50

By Fiach KellyWed Sept 21 2016 - 11:43

Noonan says scrapping VAT on condoms would not lower STI rate

Noonan says scrapping VAT on condoms would not lower STI rate

Minister says he does not believe abolishing VAT would affect sexual behaviour

By Eoin Burke-KennedyTue Sept 20 2016 - 13:42

Noonan defends move to phase out USC over next five budgets

Noonan defends move to phase out USC over next five budgets

Minister for Finance says removal of charge has broad support among parties

By Eoin Burke-KennedyTue Sept 20 2016 - 11:55

State’s AIB sale may drag beyond first half of 2017, EU Commission says

State’s AIB sale may drag beyond first half of 2017, EU Commission says

Government urged to manage finances prudently amid economic uncertainties

By Joe BrennanMon Sept 19 2016 - 16:04

Fianna Fáil calls for reversal of ‘savage cuts’ to pensioners

Fianna Fáil calls for reversal of ‘savage cuts’ to pensioners

Michael McGrath says Budget should include pension increase of €5 per week

By Vivienne ClarkeMon Sept 19 2016 - 10:41

Noel Whelan: Nama’s attack on the C&AG may backfire

Noel Whelan: Nama’s attack on the C&AG may backfire

If watchdog not fit to oversee Nama then somebody or something else will have to

By Noel WhelanFri Sept 16 2016 - 01:00

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