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In Pictures: Politics frames the debate as Ireland holds five ballots in 2024

From the death of former taoiseach John Bruton, to the unexpected resignation of Leo Varadkar as premier, the year has been dominated by politics.

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Bureaucratic delays tied up return of ‘Liberator’ painting

The Royal Bank of Scotland tried to give Ireland the portrait for two years.

The Independent UK

In Pictures: Plucky bathers take a Christmas dip

Despite the mild weather, the swimming waters around the UK offered a bracing start to the day.

Evening Standard

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Dubliners brave ‘very cold’ Christmas sea swim

They were taking part in the annual Clontarf Yacht and Boat Club charity Christmas swim in aid of the RNLI.

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Irish hauliers told support decisions will ‘take time’ after Holyhead

The busy ferry port in Anglesey, north Wales, was forced to close following damage during Storm Darragh.

Evening Standard

Harris issues new pledge over engagements with Israel

Simon Harris called for a ceasefire, the free flow of humanitarian aid and the release of hostages.

The Independent UK

In Pictures: People across UK and Ireland mark winter solstice

Ceremonies were held and revellers gathered for the shortest day of the year.

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Verona Murphy’s journey from truck driver to Dail history maker

The independent TD has established a reputation as a straight-talking backbencher.

The Independent UK

Irish premier tenders resignation as new parliament meets

The counting of votes is underway to elect a Ceann Comhairle.

Evening Standard

Israel accuses Ireland of ‘extreme anti-Israel policies’ as it moves to close embassy

Irish premier Simon Harris said he ‘utterly rejected’ the assertion that Ireland is anti-Israel.

The Independent UK

Israel accuses Ireland of ‘crossing every red line’ as it moves to close embassy

Irish premier Simon Harris said he ‘utterly rejected’ the assertion that Ireland is anti-Israel.

Evening Standard

New government ‘ideally’ formed before Trump inauguration, says Irish premier

The New York businessman will become the 47th president of the United States on January 20.

The Independent UK

Three million receive rare emergency alert as UK braces for Storm Darragh

The red warning – which has led to the cancellation of events, including Christmas attractions – covers parts of Wales and the south-west of England.

Evening Standard

Seven counties under red wind warning as Storm Darragh hits Ireland

The whole of the island is likely to be subject to disruption, including travel delays and power cuts.

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Fianna Fail and Fine Gael eye independent TDs as option to secure Dail majority

The two parties that have dominated Irish politics for a century have fallen just short of the combined number of TDs required for a Dail majority.

The Independent UK

No coalition deal before Christmas, Fianna Fail deputy leader insists

A return of a Fianna Fail/Fine Gael government looks odds on, but uncertainty remains on potential junior partners.

Evening Standard

Ireland’s Minister for Health fails to be re-elected and loses long-held seat

He lost out to the Irish premier’s running mate Richard Timmins, who secured the second seat for Fine Gael in the consistency.

The Independent UK

Andy Farrell tips ‘second to none’ Ireland coaches to excel in his absence

Simon Easterby has taken over from head coach Farrell on an interim basis.

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Fianna Fail leader hails a ‘good day’ for party with two-thirds of seats declared in Irish general election

Fianna Fail is on course to be Ireland’s largest party after the general election

Evening Standard

Martin hails ‘good day’ for Fianna Fail but urges patience on coalition make-up

Fianna Fail is on course to be Ireland’s largest party after the general election

Evening Standard

Hutch’s Dail bid ends with him running away from pandemonium at count centre

The gangland figure missed out on the last seat in the Dublin Central constituency to the Labour Party’s Marie Sherlock.

The Independent UK

Sinn Fein actively pursuing route into government, insists leader McDonald

Outgoing coalition partners Fianna Fail and Fine Gael, however, claim they are well placed to return to power following Ireland’s General Election.

Evening Standard

Boxes opened in count for Irish General Election

The boxes holding the ballots were opened at 9am at count centres across the country.

Evening Standard

Voting continues in Irish General Election

Voting in the Irish General Election continued into Friday evening after a quick campaign that focused on the country’s most pressing issues.

Evening Standard

In Pictures: Voters and a pug cast their ballots in the Irish General Election

Turnout is expected to play a vital role in this year’s General Election – even the furry kind.

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