UK border pass proposal ‘very damaging’ to Northern Ireland The UK Government’s plans could see foreigners need an Electronic Travel Authorisation pass when crossing the border. The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2022
NI politicians must return to power sharing after May election – Irish premier Speaking at an Irish parliamentary committee, the Taoiseach urged political parties to work “collectively” after the election. The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2022
Taoiseach Michael Martin slams soaring rents in the capital as 'not satisfactory' Recent reports showing average monthly rents in Dublin now at just under €2,000 Dublin Live · Apr 28, 2022
Taoiseach Micheal Martin accused of misleading Dail over Robert Watt 'witch-hunt' comments John McGuinness said there is 'no appetite of Government' to get the truth around the botched appointment of chief medical officer Dr Tony Holohan to a professor position at Trinity College Dublin Irish Mirror · Apr 27, 2022
Taoiseach Micheal Martin says there will be no ban on turf use 'for the remainder of the year' Green Party leader Eamon Ryanis adamant that the proposed ban on the commercial sale of turf will come into place from September 1 Irish Mirror · Apr 27, 2022
Sinn Fein chief Mary Lou McDonald accuses government of 'punishing' people with turf ban It comes after a proposed ban on the commercial sale of turf Dublin Live · Apr 27, 2022
Vacant properties ‘could house 5,000 Ukrainian refugees in coming weeks’ Mr O’Brien said that 89 would be usable within the coming weeks, creating 5,000 beds for refugees. The Independent UK · Apr 26, 2022
Turf wars: Taoiseach Micheal Martin believes practical solution can be found over fuel ban It comes as Green Party politicians have hit back at critics of plans to curtail the commercial sale of turf Irish Mirror · Apr 26, 2022
Irish support for Ukrainians ‘could cost three billion euro in 2023’ Taoiseach Micheal Martin said the Government will do ‘everything we possibly can’ to provide for Ukrainian refugees arriving in Ireland. The Independent UK · Apr 26, 2022
Irish premier congratulates Macron on re-election as French president Taoiseach Micheal Martin said it is important to have a French president ‘committed to the fundamental values of the EU’. The Independent UK · Apr 24, 2022
Easter Rising anniversary marked by President Michael D Higgins and Taoiseach Micheal Martin in Dublin The 1916 events were commemorated in a military ceremony outside the GPO on O'Connell Street in the capital Irish Mirror · Apr 17, 2022
Taoiseach Micheal Martin hails 'rich legacy' of Michael O'Kennedy after death of ex-minister The former Fianna Fail TD has died at the age of 86 Irish Mirror · Apr 16, 2022
Pat Flanagan: Civil servant shows what’s Watt when it comes to decisions In this country it’s not a case of “Yes, minister” when it comes to the most senior civil servants, it’s a case of “I’m not even going to bother telling you what’s going on, minister”. Irish Mirror · Apr 15, 2022
Covid pandemic bonus: Micheal Martin shares update on payment date for healthcare workers The Fianna Fail leader issued an update on payment date for the €1,000 healthcare bonus Irish Mirror · Apr 14, 2022
Irish Mirror · Apr 13, 2022 Carbon tax blow for two groups as price hikes for Irish households coming within weeks Micheal Martin and Leo Varadkar pledged the package of measures will “more than” offset the carbon tax hike
Irish Mirror · Apr 12, 2022 Taoiseach says Tony Holohan job fiasco is 'regrettable' as report into controversy published The Taoiseach confirmed that the appointment of Dr Tony Holohan to the position in Trinity College Dublin would have cost the Department of Health €2 million over 10 years
The Independent UK · Apr 12, 2022 Irish Government to consider financial reward for information on Kinahan cartel Micheal Martin said he will discuss it with his Government colleagues.
Irish Mirror · Apr 10, 2022 Payment scheme on the table for families who open homes to Ukrainian refugees “Nothing is ruled out,” the Taoiseach said on a state visit to Finland yesterday.
Dublin Live · Apr 9, 2022 Dr Tony Holohan will not be taking up new €187,000 a year Trinity College role Taoiseach Micheal Martin put the appointment on hold yesterday, pending a report from the Minister for Health to be presented to him on Monday
Dublin Live · Apr 8, 2022 Dr Tony Holohan's new job at Trinity College paused as Taoiseach seeks report into appointment There is still considerable anger and confusion over the appointment in Leinster House
The Independent UK · Apr 8, 2022 Taoiseach: Ireland will be ‘stretched’ on Ukrainian refugee accommodation Micheal Martin, speaking in Helsinki, admitted that Ireland will face challenges housing refugees set to arrive into the country.
The Independent UK · Apr 6, 2022 Volodymyr Zelensky silences Irish parliament all the way from Ukraine Politicians pledged solidarity with the people of Kyiv, Mariupol, Bucha and a host of other war-torn towns.
Irish Mirror · Apr 6, 2022 Taoiseach tells Ukraine president that Vladimir Putin will be 'held to account' as he tells refugees 'our home is your home' Micheal Martin was speaking in the immediate aftermath of Volodymyr Zelenskyy's address to the joint houses on Thursday morning.
The Independent UK · Apr 6, 2022 Ireland has not remained neutral on war in Ukraine, says Zelensky The Ukrainian president made a historic address to the Irish parliament.
Irish Mirror · Apr 6, 2022 Mattie McGrath accuses Taoiseach of 'looking after' Tony Holohan with new Trinity job The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) is starting a new job as a professor in Trinity College this summer when he finishes up in his CMO gig.