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Politics

March
March 2024
Terrorism
British intelligence services have lowered the terrorist threat level for Northern Ireland
6 Mar
5.6k
Emergency Accommodation
Former Fine Gael Justice Minister criticises Govt for leaving asylum seekers on the streets
6 Mar
7.9k
EU military
Head of Irish Defence Forces to be nominated by Government to lead EU military committee
6 Mar
11.4k
US Election
Trump and Biden sweep Super Tuesday, all but cementing a November election rematch
Not enough states will have voted until later this month for either to formally become the nominee for their respective parties.
Trump's last major rival Nikki Haley won Vermont, denying the former US president a full sweep.
Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate was packed for a victory party. “They call it Super Tuesday for a reason,” he told the crowd.
Biden issued a statement warning that yesterday's results had left Americans with a clear choice.
Updated 6 Mar
14.8k
8 March
Martin and Steen trade barbs in Prime Time debate as referendum campaigns enter final days
The debate was chaired by Sarah McInerney on Prime Time.
Updated 5 Mar
31.9k
March Referendums
We hit Grafton St to ask people if they understand Friday's referendums... mostly, they don't
If you’re confused, you’re not the only one.
Valerie Flynn
Updated 5 Mar
33.3k
108
housing targets
Increasing housing targets to 50,000 per year not achievable this year or next, says Taoiseach
Leo Varadkar said a 50,000 housing target would be achievable in the longer term.
5 Mar
9.2k
38
good relationship
Free books scheme doesn't have to affect relationships between schools and bookshops, says Foley
5 Mar
12.7k
26
five year delay
Government grants yet another extension to Grace case inquiry
5 Mar
8.4k
Retirement
Cabinet approves Bill to outlaw mandatory retirement age in employment contracts
5 Mar
15.4k
10
aviation showdown
Transport Minister to meet Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary for the first time ever this week
5 Mar
15.2k
50
8 March
Varadkar clarifies Six O'Clock Show comments about upcoming care referendum
5 Mar
32.1k
57
8 March
Electoral Commission: Referendum poster by Senator Sharon Keogan 'an incorrect representation'
The poster is one of a number printed by the senator in the lead up to the referendum votes on Friday.
Updated 5 Mar
26.8k
89
RTÉ
Calls for Catherine Martin to answer Dáil questions as critics says minister's account is 'full of holes'
Updated 5 Mar
12.9k
1
taking the lead
Ex-Garda deputy commissioner to head up new stakeholder group on dog control
Updated 5 Mar
26.1k
rte payment scandal
Powerful Oireachtas committee says RTÉ should be brought under the remit of the State's auditor
Updated 5 Mar
9.4k
primary season
Super Tuesday is not so super this year but Donald Trump may still be the winner after it
It’s not a case of ‘if’ it’s all over but ‘when’.
Rónán Duffy takes a look at why this year's bumper day of US voting isn't quite so decisive.
Donald Trump is running away with the Republican race but Nikki Haley isn't quitting yet.
Instead, Trump's days in court may be the only chance of her claiming the nomination.
5 Mar
10.3k
37
RTÉ
Terence O'Rourke set to be appointed as new RTÉ chairperson
4 Mar
42.8k
59
March Referendums
Taoiseach: There's no guarantee a future government would rerun the care referendum
4 Mar
14.7k
114
Irish Aid
Planning underway for Ireland to provide aid for international air drops into Gaza
Department of Foreign Affairs officials in the Middle East are involved in the operation and it is believed they have requested some military assistance.
Niall O'Connor
4 Mar
18.8k
US Election
US Supreme Court overrules decision to remove Donald Trump from Colorado ballot
4 Mar
11.2k
31
Gaza
Kamala Harris calls for 'immediate six-week ceasefire' as US pushes to lock in Gaza truce
The comments from Harris are the most forceful to date by a US administration official.
Updated 4 Mar
11.6k
change your tune
Sinead O’Connor’s estate demands Donald Trump stops using her music at rallies
4 Mar
21.0k
29
MMR
Over 300,000 people to be offered measles catch-up vaccine under new plans
4 Mar
9.2k
19
Department of Education
'They're waiting for us to die': Industrial school abuse survivors say they need urgent support
Survivors have criticised the Government’s proposed support plan, saying it doesn’t address many of their concerns.
4 Mar
14.8k
The Daily Poll
Poll: Which party would you vote for if there was a general election tomorrow?
3 Mar
60.2k
183
US Election
Donald Trump wins caucuses in Missouri and Idaho and sweeps Michigan convention
3 Mar
10.1k
62
Gone to the dogs
Dublin City Council says dog seizures will increase as it steps up animal enforcement
3 Mar
22.9k
14
The Morning Lead
Emergency housing: How a small network of companies is making millions from a ballooning industry
One TD has called for more oversight into the provision of emergency housing.
According to Government data, more than €1 billion was spent housing new arrivals between January and September last year.
More than 50 companies run interchangeably by two directors have been paid over €20 million between them in two years.
One TD has called for more oversight into the provision of emergency housing.
3 Mar
47.8k
General Election
Green Party is willing to 'work with every party' to form government, Eamon Ryan says
2 Mar
20.1k
125
Alexei Navalny
Rights group: Over 120 people arrested across Russia during tributes to Alexei Navalny
2 Mar
8.1k
0
political reaction
Nature restoration law reveals cracks and divisions in Sinn Féin and Fine Gael
2 Mar
11.7k
Trump
Federal judge says proposed 8 July date for Trump classified documents trial is 'unrealistic'
2 Mar
11.2k
older drivers
MEPs reject mandatory health checks for driving licence renewals
2 Mar
16.2k
family and care amendments
Referendum Q&A: What will you be asked to vote on? And what exactly is a durable relationship?
People will next week be asked to vote on amending sections of the Constitution related to the family and the provision of care.
The votes, dubbed the Family Amendment and the Care Amendment, will take place next Friday
The Constitution currently only recognises families based on marriage and refers to a woman's place 'in the home'
Not up to speed on what the referendums are about? We've got you covered
Órla Ryan
2 Mar
39.8k
Northern Ireland
Tánaiste backs calls for debate on reform of Stormont institutions
1 Mar
6.3k
secretarial allowance
Ministers and TDs paid out over €186,000 on PR and digital marketing last year
1 Mar
9.4k
40
Humanitarian Assistance
Joe Biden says US to begin dropping aid into Gaza as fears of famine grow
1 Mar
9.6k
New York
'We have known the brutality of colonialism': McDonald calls for ceasefire in Gaza in US speech
1 Mar
13.9k
Midlands-North-West
'No point whinging': Cowen 'accepts' surprise decision to add two candidates to his election ticket
Updated 1 Mar
25.4k
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