Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary’s comments ‘had impact on rape victims’, minister says The airline boss has refused to apologise The Independent UK · Sep 15
Michael O’Leary comments ‘had impact on victims’, minister says Comments by Ryanair chief Michael O’Leary ‘had an impact on victims’ of rape, an Irish Cabinet minister has said. Evening Standard · Sep 15
Ryanair chief’s ‘rapists’ comments inappropriate, Irish deputy premier says Michael O’Leary made the comment ahead of his airline’s annual general meeting in Dublin on Thursday. Evening Standard · Sep 10
Ryanair boss must ‘rectify’ his ‘inappropriate’ rapists remark, Irish deputy premier says Michael O’Leary has been heavily criticised by politicians and victims’ campaigners in Ireland and the UK The Independent UK · Sep 10
'Hawkish' RBA minutes reveal rate rise still an option An extended conflict in the Middle East, a larger-than-anticipated AI boom and ongoing low productivity growth could force the Reserve Bank to lift rates again. AAP · Aug 25
Growth needed in frontline healthcare staff instead of management – Chambers Jack Chambers was speaking at a press conference about a need for ‘efficiencies’ in how the public sector is staffed. Evening Standard · Jul 30
Fuel protest ‘an act of national sabotage’, says Micheal Martin Hauliers and agricultural contractors staged a series of slow-moving convoys on motorways as well as blockades of fuel depots and major routes. Evening Standard · Apr 8
Irish leaders condemn fuel protests as wrong and ‘not in the national interest’ There are demonstrations over the cost of fuel at several locations across Ireland. Evening Standard · Apr 8
Energy credits currently ‘highly unlikely’, Irish minister says Consumers have seen hikes in home heating oil and motor fuel in the wake of the escalating conflict in the Middle East. The Independent UK · Mar 4
Delivery of flood relief schemes has been too slow, minister admits It comes as a Status Yellow rain warning is in place for a number of counties on Monday. Evening Standard · Feb 1
Martin told Gavin he could no longer support him after tenant issue – review A timeline of events around Jim Gavin’s selection, campaign and withdrawal have been set out in an internal Fianna Fail review. Evening Standard · Dec 16, 2025
Trouble hit Irish presidential candidate still on ballot paper despite dramatic exit The Irish public will have a third name on their ballot paper alongside the two candidates actively contesting the race The Independent UK · Oct 23, 2025
Irish Government increases spending and scales back planned tax measures Ministers pledged to ‘secure jobs and stability at a time of global challenge’. The Independent UK · Oct 7, 2025
Martin determined to continue as Fianna Fail leader after Gavin exit Micheal Martin said it is his intention to continue leading Fianna Fail, after the party’s presidential candidate dramatically withdrew from the race. Evening Standard · Oct 6, 2025
Evening Standard · Oct 6, 2025 Gavin withdrawal from presidential race ‘right decision’ – Fianna Fail ministers Minister Jack Chambers said a ‘clear contradiction’ emerged in relation to Jim Gavin’s account of payments due to a former tenant.
Evening Standard · Aug 29, 2025 Chambers backs Jim Gavin for Fianna Fail presidential nominee Jack Chambers told reporters it was his understanding that Mr Gavin will seek the party’s nomination.
Evening Standard · Apr 11, 2025 ‘There isn’t an hour to lose’ – Harris says tariff pause vital for negotiations Ireland’s deputy premier said it is important to ‘utilise’ US President Donald Trump’s 90-day tariffs pause.
Evening Standard · Apr 11, 2025 Donohoe: EU will engage with US in ‘constructive way’ during 90-day tariff pause Paschal Donohoe welcomed Mr Trump’s decision to pause the so-called reciprocal tariffs.
The Independent UK · Apr 4, 2025 US administration’s ‘antipathy’ towards EU ‘misplaced’ – Irish premier Micheal Martin acknowledged there was undoubtedly ‘an issue’ in respect of the administration’s negative opinion of the bloc.
Evening Standard · Apr 3, 2025 The last time this led to Great Depression, Irish money minister warns An Irish Cabinet minister has compared US President Donald Trump’s tariff regime to the circumstances which precipitated the Great Depression.
Evening Standard · Apr 3, 2025 Irish businesses predict multibillion-euro loss in trade under Trump tariffs Ibec’s first assessment of current measures projects a loss of between four and six billion euro in trade in the short term.
The Independent UK · Apr 3, 2025 Irish Government hoping for negotiated settlement on US tariffs Senior figures in Ireland’s Government have expressed hope for a negotiated settlement to mitigate the impact of US tariffs.
The Fashion Central · Mar 17, 2025 Met Office Warns: Sudden Spring Heatwave Set to Hit the UK It looks like the UK is in for a bit of a surprise this week. Thursday could be warmer here than in Ibiza or Corfu, according to the Met Office.
The Fashion Central · Mar 16, 2025 Jack Chambers Accused of Withholding Housing Data That Could Have Swayed Election Minister Jack Chambers is facing serious accusations after Sinn Féin’s Pearse Doherty claimed that he "deliberately deceived" the public
The Independent UK · Dec 11, 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.