Von der Leyen says Europe has done most for Gaza. Can Ireland push for more during its presidency?

Ireland has a golden opportunity to make its voice heard. The big question is whether Europe will listen.

Still no agreement on making costly prenatal testing available through the public system

Taoiseach's old student stomping ground delights von der Leyen as EU presidency kicks off

The European Commission president didn’t get to see too many Cork sights, but the Taoiseach will be satisfied events went off without a hitch.

Ursula von der Leyen has a busy day in Cork that includes bilateral with Taoiseach

Ahead of meeting von der Leyen, Martin said he plans to raise “Israel’s persistent and egregious breaches of human rights and international law”.

Von der Leyen visit comes as Euroscepticism is high and the EU's Gaza response is a key driver

The visit of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to Cork comes as support for Ireland’s EU membership is at its lowest point in 13 years.

From halloumi to boxty: Ireland's EU presidency begins as Zelenskyy delivers a pointed message

Today was about showcasing Ireland, but below the surface, the government is under pressure when it comes to the Russian-owned Aughinish plant in Limerick.

One-off rural housing policy to make it easier for locals to build homes in their area

The new plan tells local authorities they are no longer to be ‘over prescriptive’ about rural housing rules.

Current excise reductions on petrol and diesel to stay in place until 1 September

The Taoiseach and Tánaiste both indicated in recent days that the government wanted to avoid a “cliff edge” for households and businesses.

Call to raise gift exemption to €5k so parents can help with deposits without reducing inheritance

TD Cormac Devlin says parents should be allowed gift €10,000 in total, without touching the lifetime thresholds.

Here's why UK leader-in-waiting Andy Burnham won't need any introductions in Ireland

Those in Irish government circles have described the possible changeover from Starmer to Burnham as “business as usual”.

Why are the Taoiseach and Tánaiste supporting a Sinn Féin bill on abortion and will it pass?

It’s pretty rare for the government to back an opposition bill, but it’s even more unusual when it’s on the issue of abortion.