Micheál Martin promises to 'get it done' on army reform after damning Women of Honour report Shocking report into abuse in the Defence Forces will be acted upon swiftly, promises Tánaiste Irish Mirror · Mar 29, 2023
Statutory inquiry into sexual harassment allegations in Defence Forces announced Majority of female respondents surveyed for an independent review reported experiencing one or more forms of sexual harassment. The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2023
Biden, McCarthy unite on Ireland at St. Patrick’s Day lunch WASHINGTON — A very Irish American president finally got to experience the most Irish presidential tradition after years of pandemic restrictions canceled the annual St. Patrick’s Day toast in the Capitol with Irish leadership. Tribune News Service · Mar 17, 2023
Tanaiste Micheal Martin flies the Irish flag at New York St Patrick's day parade More than a quarter of a million people took part in the New York City parade Irish Mirror · Mar 17, 2023
Biden, McCarthy unite on Ireland at St. Patrick’s Day lunch - Roll Call President Joe Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy touted their heritage at a luncheon with Ireland's leader, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar. Roll Call · Mar 17, 2023
St Patrick's Day 'emissions nightmare' as jet setting TDs rack up shocking carbon footprint "What it is saying about our commitment to fighting climate change" Irish Mirror · Mar 16, 2023
Amy Fitzpatrick case breakthrough hope after authorities given new information The news comes following an extensive private meeting between the family and the Tanaiste and Foreign Minister Micheal Martin ten days ago Dublin Live · Mar 12, 2023
Amy Fitzpatrick case breakthrough hope after Irish diplomats meet with Spanish authorities The Fitzpatricks believe Amy is long dead and want to find her body to bring her home and bury her. Irish Mirror · Mar 12, 2023
US President Joe Biden to visit Ireland for six days next month to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement EXCLUSIVE: Former US President Bill and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton could join him on the trip Irish Mirror · Mar 3, 2023
Government contacts Spanish police over Amy Fitzpatrick case - as family meet with Tanaiste Exclusive: Amy's aunt Christine Kenny met with Micheal Martin on Wednesday in Leinster House where the politician informed her of the news Irish Mirror · Mar 2, 2023
Irish premier says EU moved ‘a lot’ to facilitate new protocol agreement Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said the Windsor Framework breakthrough was ‘hard-won’ and that talks would be very difficult to reopen. The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2023
Micheal Martin: Protocol deal a ‘genuine’ attempt to address unionist concerns The deputy leader said the Windsor Framework offered an opportunity to reset the British-Irish relationship. The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2023
Ukrainians in Dublin told ‘our home is your home’ on anniversary of war The crowd of Ukrainians and their supporters chanted ‘Thank you Ireland’ outside Dublin’s GPO building. The Independent UK · Feb 24, 2023
When will petrol and diesel prices increase in Ireland as Government announcement delays huge hike The price of petrol and diesel are set to increase incrementally later this year Irish Mirror · Feb 21, 2023
The Independent UK · Feb 21, 2023 Ireland’s offer to train Ukrainian soldiers is ‘modest’ and necessary – Martin The Irish government agreed for up to 30 Defence Forces personnel to provide training to Ukrainian armed forces.
Irish Mirror · Feb 21, 2023 Cost of living payments confirmed for social welfare recipients with €200 boost for thousands The boost will come into effect in April
Irish Mirror · Feb 21, 2023 Government to consider sending Irish soldiers to help train Ukrainian forces in neighbouring country Speaking to reporters outside government buildings, Mr Martin said that "Ireland has consistently since the war began provided non-lethal support" to Ukraine and that "training is part of that"
Irish Mirror · Feb 20, 2023 Mother and baby home survivors reveal hurt on RTE Liveline over exclusion from redress scheme The bill has been strongly criticised by survivors' groups, who say it unfairly excludes children who spent less than six months in an institution and is creating division among survivors.
The Independent UK · Feb 20, 2023 Ireland’s deputy premier warns against political games as protocol deal looms Micheal Martin said the focus should be concentrated on the people of Northern Ireland.
The Independent UK · Feb 20, 2023 Micheal Martin to discuss EU support for Ukraine during Brussels meeting The Foreign Affairs Council will discuss a new sanctions package.
The Independent UK · Feb 17, 2023 Rishi Sunak to meet Stormont leaders over Northern Ireland Protocol The Prime Minister and Northern Ireland Secretary Chris Heaton-Harris will meet the politicians near Belfast.
Irish Mirror · Feb 8, 2023 Bertie Ahern rejoins Fianna Fail a decade after quitting party The former Taoiseach resigned before there were moves to expel him from Fianna Fail. However, it appears a rehabilitation is now on the cards and there were rumours in Leinster House that ‘the Bert’ could even revitalise his ambitions to run for President, as soon as 2025.
Irish Mirror · Feb 7, 2023 Micheál Martin outlines plans to make Defence Forces more appealing to women At the end of 2022, just 7 per cent of our military were women
Irish Mirror · Feb 5, 2023 Irish Navy cancelled patrols almost every second day in January as more staff quit 12 patrols were cancelled from January 1 to January 26, with the Irish Navy blaming staff shortages and bad weather
The Independent UK · Feb 3, 2023 Micheal Martin: UK Government inconsistent on Northern Ireland’s past The Tanaiste made the point as an inquiry was ordered into the Omagh bombing at the same time that a new law looks to block other investigations.