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'It's not an outdoors-only summer': Cabinet to discuss easing of restrictions on travel and dining

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'It's not an outdoors-only summer': Cabinet to discuss easing of restrictions on travel and dining

May 28th 2021, 10:18 AM 20,942 Views 43 Comments

Leo Varadkar has said that pubs and restaurants that serve people outdoors in June can still claim the CRSS.
Aontú TD Peadar Tóibín has hit out at the plans: “A pint in a pub is no more dangerous than a pint in a hotel."
The Government is expecting that 60% of the adult population will be fully vaccinated by the end of July.

Newly ratified DUP leader Edwin Poots hits out at Leo Varadkar and Simon Coveney

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Newly ratified DUP leader Edwin Poots hits out at Leo Varadkar and Simon Coveney

May 28th 2021, 7:30 AM 63,297 Views 129 Comments

Poots has described his relationship with the Irish Government as “really, really bad”.

We should be a ‘less puritanical’ and a 'little more relaxed' about those enjoying themselves outdoors, says Varadkar

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We should be a ‘less puritanical’ and a 'little more relaxed' about those enjoying themselves outdoors, says Varadkar

Apr 27th 2021, 6:26 PM 47,097 Views 45 Comments

Speaking this afternoon at Dublin Castle he said that socialising outdoors is “much, much safer” than indoors.

Tánaiste has spoken to gardaí about GP contract leak

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Tánaiste has spoken to gardaí about GP contract leak

Apr 18th 2021, 12:08 PM 17,316 Views 0 Comments

A spokesperson said Leo Varadkar made a full statement to gardaí and “answered all questions”.

Leo Varadkar urges employers not to pressure staff to return to offices

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Leo Varadkar urges employers not to pressure staff to return to offices

Apr 13th 2021, 6:00 AM 38,182 Views 23 Comments

The Tánaiste said that there was “clear evidence” that people are drifting back to their workplace.

'Right to disconnect' code for workers comes into effect from today

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'Right to disconnect' code for workers comes into effect from today

Apr 1st 2021, 6:15 AM 62,674 Views 29 Comments

The right to disconnect gives employees the right to switch off from work outside of normal working hours,

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Shops to be allowed sell children's shoes in store, by appointment only

Updated Mar 31st 2021, 2:35 PM 90,687 Views 106 Comments

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly said he wants shoes to be available "immediately".
People will be able to make appointments at shoe shops selling children's shoes.
The news comes after calls for change from parents.

Tánaiste says he does not believe criminal charges will be brought against him over GP contract leak

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Tánaiste says he does not believe criminal charges will be brought against him over GP contract leak

Mar 24th 2021, 6:40 PM 15,698 Views 0 Comments

When asked by LMFM if he should step aside if charges were brought against him, Varadkar said: “I don’t contemplate that happening.”

'I stand corrected': Tánaiste apologises after incorrectly claiming Sinn Féin had no Protestant TDs

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'I stand corrected': Tánaiste apologises after incorrectly claiming Sinn Féin had no Protestant TDs

Mar 10th 2021, 5:44 PM 62,313 Views 127 Comments

Violet-Anne Wynne, a Clare TD, said she is a Protestant and “proud to be a representative for Sinn Féin”.

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New unemployment payment linked to past working history set to be introduced when PUP is phased out

Feb 6th 2021, 6:30 AM 185,383 Views 71 Comments

Varadkar said the phasing out of the PUP provides an opportunity to reform the country’s social welfare system.

Varadkar's message to private hospitals: 'You need to make your doctors, nurses and ICU beds available in third wave'

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Varadkar's message to private hospitals: 'You need to make your doctors, nurses and ICU beds available in third wave'

Jan 7th 2021, 2:16 PM 55,511 Views 57 Comments

The Tánaiste said there are around 300 beds, which he said can scale up with surge capacity to over 400.

Tánaiste says homeless deaths 'fill us all with sorrow' and that 'beds were available'

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Tánaiste says homeless deaths 'fill us all with sorrow' and that 'beds were available'

Nov 26th 2020, 2:48 PM 10,265 Views 16 Comments

The bodies of two men were found in different areas of Dublin city centre in the early hours of yesterday morning.

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Tánaiste expects Eir customer care 'to improve' after meeting with telecoms company

Nov 20th 2020, 12:26 PM 28,569 Views 80 Comments

TDs offices have been inundated with poor customer service complaints from constituents.

No consensus among party leaders after meeting on Seamus Woulfe controversy

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No consensus among party leaders after meeting on Seamus Woulfe controversy

Updated Nov 13th 2020, 5:00 PM 48,428 Views 95 Comments

Politicians have been warned about publicly commenting on the controversy.

Leo Varadkar apologises for 'errors of judgement', says he is 'not close friends' with Dr Ó Tuathail

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Leo Varadkar apologises for 'errors of judgement', says he is 'not close friends' with Dr Ó Tuathail

Nov 3rd 2020, 6:05 PM 42,768 Views 150 Comments

The Tánaiste is facing questions from TDs on the controversy.

Taoiseach says he has confidence in Leo Varadkar, says no laws were broken

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Taoiseach says he has confidence in Leo Varadkar, says no laws were broken

Updated Nov 2nd 2020, 1:44 PM 31,305 Views 0 Comments

The Taoiseach said it was not best practice and was inappropriate to share a document of this kind in that way with the NAGP.

Varadkar under pressure to take questions in Dáil about sharing of draft GP contract

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Varadkar under pressure to take questions in Dáil about sharing of draft GP contract

Oct 31st 2020, 7:54 PM 36,881 Views 0 Comments

The Green Party is calling on the Tánaiste to take questions in the Dáil.

Varadkar acknowledges sharing GP agreement was 'not best practice' but rejects wrongdoing

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Varadkar acknowledges sharing GP agreement was 'not best practice' but rejects wrongdoing

Updated Oct 31st 2020, 6:15 PM 131,395 Views 0 Comments

Allegations that Varadkar breached a number of laws were made in a story by the Village magazine.

Varadkar says health advice stands whether at 'Level 1,2,3,4,5 or 26' as opposition criticises 'utter confusion'

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Varadkar says health advice stands whether at 'Level 1,2,3,4,5 or 26' as opposition criticises 'utter confusion'

Updated Oct 15th 2020, 5:56 PM 99,434 Views 153 Comments

Varadkar said people outside the three counties at Level 4 should not be complacent.

NPHET looking at whether to mandate the use of face masks instead of visors

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NPHET looking at whether to mandate the use of face masks instead of visors

Oct 7th 2020, 7:45 AM 44,085 Views 169 Comments

Varadkar floated the idea of fines with examples given such as a €50 fine for not wearing a mask.

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Why did the government reject NPHET's Level 5 recommendation?

Oct 6th 2020, 9:33 AM 40,538 Views 104 Comments

The Tánaiste and other ministers have been outlining the reasons why over the past few hours.

Leo Varadkar restricting his movements after being in close contact with confirmed Covid-19 case

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Leo Varadkar restricting his movements after being in close contact with confirmed Covid-19 case

Updated Sep 23rd 2020, 10:41 AM 57,849 Views 82 Comments

An official in the Department of Business tested positive for Covid yesterday.

Irish government aiming to allow people to travel abroad to visit loved ones for Christmas

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Irish government aiming to allow people to travel abroad to visit loved ones for Christmas

Sep 9th 2020, 9:53 AM 95,196 Views 104 Comments

Leo Varadkar told RTÉ’s Morning Ireland that Ireland may lose travel connectivity “for up to 4 years” if “strict” travel rules are not relaxed.

Tánaiste says no date agreed for 'wet pubs' reopening, but new roadmap will provide certainty to the public

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Tánaiste says no date agreed for 'wet pubs' reopening, but new roadmap will provide certainty to the public

Sep 7th 2020, 1:38 PM 29,942 Views 40 Comments

“No one in Ireland has died of Covid in the last 14 days,” Leo Varadkar said today.

Varadkar tells FG members Ireland is an outlier in terms of Covid rules on pubs and international travel

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Varadkar tells FG members Ireland is an outlier in terms of Covid rules on pubs and international travel

Sep 2nd 2020, 7:38 PM 58,076 Views 87 Comments

Varadkar said he wouldn’t be surprised if Ireland loses the Trade Commissioner role.

Ireland is the only country in Europe where wet pubs are fully closed, says Varadkar

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Ireland is the only country in Europe where wet pubs are fully closed, says Varadkar

Aug 28th 2020, 7:54 PM 98,952 Views 83 Comments

NPHET has been asked to work on guidelines that would allow for the safe reopening of all pubs.

Taoiseach, Tánaiste and Eamon Ryan: 'It is clear' that Phil Hogan breached public health guidelines

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Taoiseach, Tánaiste and Eamon Ryan: 'It is clear' that Phil Hogan breached public health guidelines

Aug 25th 2020, 9:32 PM 60,616 Views 136 Comments

Though the government statement says concerns remain about the EU Commissioner’s account, it said that ultimately the decision lies with the European Commission President.

Three party leaders meet ahead of Hogan decision

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Three party leaders meet ahead of Hogan decision

Aug 25th 2020, 2:36 PM 25,027 Views 62 Comments

The coalition has been rocked by resignations and calls for those in the public eye to step aside.

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Golfgate: Taoiseach and Tánaiste ask Phil Hogan to ‘consider his position’ as EU Commissioner

Aug 22nd 2020, 9:47 PM 111,381 Views 258 Comments

They said in a statement tonight that Hogan needs “to give a full account and explanations of his actions”.

Varadkar hopes pubs can open on 10 August, but 'can't guarantee it at this stage'

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Varadkar hopes pubs can open on 10 August, but 'can't guarantee it at this stage'

Jul 30th 2020, 1:53 PM 32,829 Views 60 Comments

Cabinet will meet on Tuesday to discuss the advice from NPHET.

'No mystery': Tánaiste says Foreign Affairs Minister always needs Garda transport when travelling to NI

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'No mystery': Tánaiste says Foreign Affairs Minister always needs Garda transport when travelling to NI

Updated Jul 30th 2020, 12:44 PM 44,764 Views 110 Comments

Varadkar said it hasn’t been an issue because usually the Tánaiste also hold the position of Foreign Affairs Minister.

Tánaiste says €2 billion Credit Guarantee Scheme will be 'up and running' by the autumn

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Tánaiste says €2 billion Credit Guarantee Scheme will be 'up and running' by the autumn

Updated Jul 14th 2020, 9:16 AM 17,367 Views 21 Comments

The scheme to help businesses hit by Covid-19 was delayed until a new government was formed.

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar 'doesn't fully trust' the banks not to try to profit during Covid-19 crisis

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Tánaiste Leo Varadkar 'doesn't fully trust' the banks not to try to profit during Covid-19 crisis

Updated Jul 11th 2020, 1:35 PM 40,681 Views 47 Comments

Varadkar also said that he doesn’t fully trust the banks not to profiteer amid the Covid-19 crisis.

Simon Coveney hasn't spoken to US ambassador yet, but says 'it's clear where Irish people stand'

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Simon Coveney hasn't spoken to US ambassador yet, but says 'it's clear where Irish people stand'

Jun 3rd 2020, 10:18 PM 16,150 Views 66 Comments

The Tánaiste said that he has a “very good relationship” with the US ambassador, and they “can speak very bluntly to each other”.

Peru gives go-ahead for Irish citizens stranded in Peru to be flown home

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Peru gives go-ahead for Irish citizens stranded in Peru to be flown home

Mar 27th 2020, 9:17 AM 21,390 Views 22 Comments

Tánaiste Simon Coveney and Peruvian Foreign Minister

Simon Coveney criticises WhatsApp messages about lockdown that are spread 'deliberately to cause panic'

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Simon Coveney criticises WhatsApp messages about lockdown that are spread 'deliberately to cause panic'

Mar 16th 2020, 10:53 AM 81,641 Views 88 Comments

No: that WhatsApp message about a military lockdown, that went viral at the weekend, is not true.

50 cases on island of Ireland, advice against all travel to Italy: Today's Covid-19 main points

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50 cases on island of Ireland, advice against all travel to Italy: Today's Covid-19 main points

Updated Mar 10th 2020, 7:15 PM 137,301 Views 107 Comments

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said yesterday that we could “easily” see half the Irish population contract the virus.

'A no-man's land scenario': The ideas sent in from the public to avoid a hard Irish border

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'A no-man's land scenario': The ideas sent in from the public to avoid a hard Irish border

Jan 12th 2020, 7:30 AM 19,558 Views 8 Comments

One person suggested that they should “erect poles at every road crossing the border between Northern Ireland and the South”.

Boris Johnson tells Angela Merkel: 'We do need the Brexit backstop removed'

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Boris Johnson tells Angela Merkel: 'We do need the Brexit backstop removed'

Updated Aug 21st 2019, 5:45 PM 50,521 Views 89 Comments

Johnson will seek to convince the German Chancellor to renegotiate elements of the Brexit deal.

Tánaiste says stricter online safety rules are needed: 'The days of self-regulation are over'

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Tánaiste says stricter online safety rules are needed: 'The days of self-regulation are over'

Jun 20th 2019, 1:14 PM 8,595 Views 0 Comments

Calls for an online safety Oireachtas committee were heard in the Dáil today.

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