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. The Independent UK · Dec 25, 2024
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 · Dec 23, 2024
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 · Dec 23, 2024
In Pictures: People across UK and Ireland mark winter solstice Ceremonies were held and revellers gathered for the shortest day of the year. The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2024
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 · Dec 18, 2024
Irish premier tenders resignation as new parliament meets The counting of votes is underway to elect a Ceann Comhairle. Evening Standard · Dec 18, 2024
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 · Dec 15, 2024
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 · Dec 15, 2024
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 · Dec 11, 2024
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 · Dec 6, 2024
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. Evening Standard · Dec 6, 2024
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. Evening Standard · Dec 2, 2024
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. The Independent UK · Dec 2, 2024
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. Evening Standard · Dec 2, 2024
The Independent UK · Dec 2, 2024 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.
Evening Standard · Dec 1, 2024 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
The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2024 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 · Dec 1, 2024 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 · Nov 30, 2024 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 · Nov 30, 2024 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 · Nov 29, 2024 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 · Nov 29, 2024 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.
The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2024 Ireland captain Caelan Doris credits Cian Healy’s longevity to cold showers Veteran prop Healy is poised to move ahead of Brian O’Driscoll as Ireland’s most-capped player.
The Independent UK · Nov 29, 2024 Talking points as Ireland wrap up autumn campaign against Australia Andy Farrell will bid a temporary farewell to his role as Ireland head coach following the match.
Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2024 Irish political leaders urge people to vote in ‘close-fought’ General Election The country’s deputy premier Micheal Martin encouraged people to brave the wet and windy weather and to use their vote.