#Leo Varadkar
John Deasy to quit politics ahead of the next general election
Deasy was the government envoy to Washington DC.
Varadkar says Ireland will vote against Mercosur deal unless Brazil protects Amazon
He also labelled President Bolsonaro’s attacks on NGOs this week as “Orwellian”.
Leo Varadkar spoke with Boris Johnson by phone for almost an hour this evening
It’s been agreed the two leaders will meet in Dublin in September.
UK's Home Secretary says freedom of movement with the EU will end immediately after Brexit
A spokesperson said free movement will end overnight on 31 October if a deal is not agreed upon.
Poll: When should we hold a general election?
We’re waiting on Brexit, but for how long?
Varadkar and Johnson to meet to discuss Brexit (but we're not sure when)
It comes after Varadkar and Johnson spoke over the phone about two weeks ago.
Interview: Mary Lou on a united Ireland, the carbon tax and why she'll be a 'grownup' after the next election
In a wide-ranging interview the Sinn Fein leader discusses carbon tax, the local elections fallout and a united Ireland.
State apology on the cards after Varadkar and Harris meet CervicalCheck support group
Patient representatives, however, say a full apology is only possible with a full understanding of who’s accountable.
Leo Varadkar: No-deal Brexit is not 'unavoidable'
Varadkar was speaking during a visit to Northern Ireland today.
Leo Varadkar to discuss business and Brexit during Northern Ireland visit
Varadkar will also take part in a debate this evening with politicians from both sides of the border.
'Panic' and 'security gaps': Internal British document warns about impact of no-deal Brexit
Britain leaving the EU without a deal seems increasingly likely.
How the backstop created a back door for anti-Irish sentiment in the UK
As the UK exit from the EU draws closer, the Irish government has become a frequent target of Brexiteers.
Leo Varadkar and Boris Johnson (finally) speak by phone and UK PM asserts Brexit 'no matter what'
Downing Street said Johnson’s government would approach any Brexit talks “in a spirit of friendship”.
Leo Varadkar-Boris Johnson phone call to be arranged 'in the near future'
A customary call between the two leaders usually takes place when one takes office.
Less than half of people satisfied with Taoiseach's Brexit strategy, poll suggests
That’s according to an opinion poll conducted by Kantar and Sunday Independent.
DUP's Sammy Wilson accuses Irish govt of being 'hysterical' and 'self-centred' over Brexit
Wilson was criticising comments made by Tánaiste Simon Coveney in Stormont yesterday.
Boris Johnson says Brexit is a 'massive economic opportunity'
He added it had been treated under his predecessor Theresa May as “an impending adverse weather event”.
Ian Paisley Jr accuses Coveney and Varadkar of 'unnecessarily aggressive' language
Varadkar said earlier today that Boris Johnson will have to “depart” from what he’s said recently if he wants a Brexit deal.
Varadkar says Boris Johnson's talk of new Brexit deal is 'not in the real world'
Speaking today, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the Uk will “do a new deal, a better deal”.
Poll: Should new prime ministers always be elected by a public vote?
Boris Johnson was elected by only 160,000 people.
Varadkar receives dozens of similar emails from voters about FG boycott after Maria Bailey case
FOI documents show correspondence sent to Taoiseach Leo Varadkar in the wake of the Maria Bailey swing fall case.
Archbishop Martin told Taoiseach to use his own profession the next time he is looking for an example of hypocrisy
Martin said Varadkar should have used the example of an unhealthy doctor who tells people to lead a healthy life.
Plans to increase the higher rate tax band to €50,000 would cost €2.3bn, says Government tax group
The paper warns that further reductions in the USC could lead to a “narrowing of the tax base”.
Taoiseach has ‘absolute confidence’ in Kehoe after navy ship claims
Kehoe became embroiled in confusion over the weekend when he said two vessels were docked for maintenance reasons and not for staff shortages.
'F*ck off Mercosur': Angry scenes outside Leinster House as farmers protest against EU trade deal
There were heated scenes in the crowd during today’s protest when a farmer rounded on Fianna Fáil’s Jackie Cahill.
Varadkar corrects Dáil record and apologises for comments about priests sinning behind the altar
Varadkar said he never meant to offend with his comments.
Regina Doherty says Taoiseach 'between a rock and a hard place' over Maria Bailey swing fall review
The Taoiseach has said he cannot publish the report as those involved in the review spoke on condition it would not be published.
New Bill aims to 'draw some good' out of a tragic boating accident that left two men dead
John O’Brien and Patrick Esmonde died off Helvick Head, Co Waterford in 2010.
Pressure mounts on Taoiseach to publish internal report into Maria Bailey swing fall case
Varadakr said he cannot publish the report.
Leo Varadkar apologises for Dáil comments about priests sinning behind the altar
Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin was the target of Varadkar’s comments and he’s now responded to the apology.
Leo Varadkar likens Micheál Martin to 'a priest engaging in sin behind the altar'
Martin has said that the comment “reflects more on the Taoiseach than anyone else”.
Another tender process for broadband plan would take three years, committee hears
Eir’s CEO said last week that it could deliver the NBP for far less than the approved bidder.
Varadkar says 'better enforcement' is needed to tackle scrambler bikes, but no new law
Varadkar said the use of scrambler bikes in parks and community areas is a ‘very serious and dangerous act’.
Sammy Wilson: 'We know the Irish; if you stand up to them, they will take you seriously'
The DUP’s Brexit spokesman made his comments on BBC Radio 4 this morning.
'Let's get serious': EU leaders to meet again amid deadlock in election of new Commission chief
Talks ended without an agreement in Brussels yesterday.
EU suspends negotiations until tomorrow as Europe's leaders fail to agree who should get top jobs
Talks will resume tomorrow to decide who will get the EU’s top jobs.
Rockall: Irish and Scottish ministers to hold 'intensive process' in bid to solve dispute
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar discussed the matter with Nicola Sturgeon today in Manchester.
Leo Varadkar says plan to raise top tax rate to €50k may have to wait
The Taoiseach defended the policy but said it may not happen immediately.
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The Taoiseach says he's eating less red meat to stay healthy - but is it healthier to do that?
“Some people say that meat is the new tobacco, and that’s absolutely not true,” says Dr Robert O’Connor of the Irish Cancer Society.
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