As the Irish General Election approaches, key party leaders are launching their campaign promises in Dublin. Fianna Fáil’s Micheál Martin will present his party’s manifesto, while Fine Gael’s Simon Harris focuses on housing policies. Sinn Féin aims to alleviate tax…
Simon Harris has officially called for a general election in Ireland this year, marking a critical test for his leadership of Fine Gael. As Harris seeks to solidify support following recent polling gains, Sinn Féin, which previously made significant strides,…
As the 2024 General Election approaches, significant political figures are announcing their decisions not to contest. Notable exits include former taoiseach Leo Varadkar, Eamon Ryan from the Greens, and Labour’s Brendan Howlin. A total of eighteen Fine Gael TDs from…
Former senator Billy Lawless, who passed away at 73, is remembered fondly by Taoiseach Simon Harris and former colleagues. Originally from Co Galway, Lawless emigrated to Chicago in the 1990s, where he became a successful businessman and served in the…
Over 500 candidates are set to run in Ireland’s upcoming general election, with a record number of women entering the race amid new gender quotas. Currently, 217 female candidates—193 selected by parties and an estimated 24 as independents—represent 42.1% of…
Taoiseach Simon Harris is set to officially announce the date for Ireland’s general election, with November 29 being favored. Leading a coalition government of Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil, and the Green Party, Harris has faced ongoing questions about the election…
The coalition government formed in 2020, uniting Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and the Green Party, faced unprecedented challenges from the Covid pandemic to rising migration and a dire cost of living crisis. Key milestones included a historic 140-day government formation…
Campaigners have requested President Michael D Higgins not to dissolve the Dáil today, advocating for the passage of the Occupied Territories Bill, which seeks to prohibit trade between Ireland and Israeli settlements in Palestine. Mothers Against Genocide emphasized in their…
Antoinette Keegan, a survivor of the Stardust tragedy, has announced her candidacy for the National Party in the Fingal East constituency. Keegan aims to raise awareness about the government’s failure to provide financial redress to survivors and families affected by…
