Housing minister says he wants to extend rent freeze and ban on evictions - but not indefinitely
The final decision will be made by Cabinet in the coming days.
'It's like Jesus, they're back': Alan Kelly on FF's return, Coveney's garda car 'shame', and advice for the Greens
Labour’s Alan Kelly now finds himself in opposition – and he seems to rather like it.
Varadkar says he told banks he would come down on them 'like a tonne of bricks' if they make mortgage break profit
Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty raised the issue of the banks charging interest on mortgages that have availed of pandemic payment breaks.
Micheál Martin attempts to smooth over discontent within the party over ministerial snubs
Micheál Martin said he understood why some members were upset.
'I've can't lift my arms, brush my hair, or even go to the toilet alone': Children still waiting on Spinraza drug, Dáil told
The drug is used to treat SMA which can develop in babies and toddlers and can significantly reduce life expectancy.
Housing minister to consult on whether rent freeze should be extended beyond 20 July
Tenants cannot be evicted and rent increases are prohibited for the duration of the crisis.
Wage subsidy extension, cheaper loans and rates waiver to be discussed at July stimulus meeting
The July Jobs Stimulus Plan will be unveiled in the next two weeks.
Taoiseach says Debenhams has treated its Irish workers 'very badly'
Some 1,500 Debenhams workers in Ireland have lost their jobs.
'A source of deep regret': Barry Cowen apologises to Dáil over drink driving ban
The Agriculture Minister served a three-month driving ban in 2016 after being caught drink-driving.
Green Party contest kicks off as Eamon Ryan and Catherine Martin make their pitches to be leader
Ryan and Martin said they would bring down the government if Green policies are not delivered.
Taoiseach 'very concerned' about reported circumstances of Meath nursing home resident's death
Micheál Martin says Hiqa should compile a report on what happened.
This is the Labour Party's new front bench
Labour leader Alan Kelly remains in the role of spokesperson on health.
What to expect in the first 100 days of the new FF-FG-Green government
There are big challenges ahead. Here’s what to look out for.
Barry Cowen to give statement in the Dáil tomorrow about drink-driving ban
Cowen has apologised for his actions and said he regrets what happened.
Overseas travel restrictions to remain in place until 20 July
Cabinet met in Dublin Castle today.
No honeymoon period for new government as Dáil set to sit throughout July
There could be four or five day Dáil weeks on the cards for some politicians.
Plan for reopening non-Covid healthcare services could take 'several weeks'
TDs have called for the plan’s publication to be accelerated.
Antibody test to identify 'immune' individuals to get government funding boost
Those that are ‘immune’ could therefore be safe to return to work.
Extra bank holiday not ruled out as tourism industry says Covid-19 impact has been 'catastrophic'
Fáilte Ireland is calling for the VAT rate to be changed to 5% to help the tourism sector.
Mary Lou McDonald says Michelle O’Neill does not need to stand aside over attendance at Bobby Storey funeral
Police are investigating potential breaches of lockdown rules at the funeral.
Mandatory quarantine for those arriving into Ireland 'not workable' says Leo Varadkar
Air bridges with other countries will be discussed by the Cabinet next Monday.
In full: Here are your 18 new junior ministers
These are the backbenchers who just got a promotion today.
Fine Gael's Fergus O'Dowd nominated for the Leas Ceann Comhairle job
The Louth TD said he is delighted to be nominated.
'Mixed messaging': Call for clarity on whether people should cancel holidays abroad
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly said it is important to reopen the economy, “but not at the risk of another wave”.
Varadkar told insurance reform must be top priority as he takes questions on his new brief
Treatment of businesses by insurance companies is “appalling”, Dáil told.
Social distancing and lessons from Matt Damon: An unconventional sitting of the 33rd Dáil
The end of Civil War politics? We’ll wait and see. Here’s how the day went down.
‘Whatever you’re having yourself’: TD questions new ‘jumble drawer’ ministry
Some critics have concerns about whether each area will get enough attention from Catherine Martin.
In full: These are your new Cabinet ministers
The new ministerial lineup has been confirmed.
The Dáil sits in the Convention Centre today to elect a new Taoiseach - here's what to expect
All three parties backed the programme for government yesterday.
It's a yes: FF, FG and Greens to enter coalition after members back government deal
Martin can expect to be elected taoiseach when the Dáil meets in the Convention Centre tomorrow.
The votes are in: Here's when we'll know whether FF, FG and the Greens can form a government
The count results from the Green Party, Fianna Fáil, and Fine Gael are expected to be announced.
Coronavirus: Taoiseach gives the green light for Phase Three of re-opening to go ahead from Monday
The announcement was made at Dublin Castle this evening.
TD asks who is getting infected: 'Is it young people drinking cans on the canal or young people in Direct Provision?'
Richard Boyd Barrett raised the issue of concern being expressed about the number of Covid-19 cases among younger people.
Freezing of cryptocurrency used by criminals results in jump in CAB proceeds
The jump in frozen assets is due in the main to the granting of a freezing order over cryptocurrency to the value of €53 million.
It is not envisaged that significant PPE will need to be worn when schools reopen, says minister
Guidelines for schools are currently being drafted.
'A cop out': Calls for government to take a stand as over 100 Irish politicians sign letter opposing West Bank annexation
The Occupied Territories Bill was dropped from the programme for government at the behest of Fine Gael.
If government deal falls, FF would look to Independents and smaller parties, as the Sinn Féin question is asked again
Postal votes on the programme for government will be counted on Friday.
'An absolute scandal': Ireland has the highest Covid infection rate for healthcare workers in the world, committee told
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar this evening suggested that the figures provided by the INMO were wrong.
State should give €200 voucher to every adult in the country to boost domestic tourism, says Sinn Féin
The scheme would also see every child receiving a voucher worth €100.
The top jobs: Who is likely to take a seat at the Cabinet table?
Micheál Martin, Leo Varadkar and Eamon Ryan will be carving up the Cabinet positions. Here’s who we predict.
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