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Simon Harris To Become Ireland's Youngest Premier

Simon Harris set to become Ireland's youngest premier succeeding Varadkar, known for progressive policies and Brexit leadership.

Simon Harris to become Ireland’s youngest prime minister

Higher education minister will become taoiseach in April after shock resignation of Leo Varadkar

The Guardian - UK · Mar 24, 2024

Morning Digest | Russia says 60 dead in concert attack in Moscow, Islamic State claims responsibility; Maldives Prez seeks debt relief from India amid strained ties, and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on March 23, 2024.

The Hindu · Mar 23, 2024

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Shy, complex and a political outsider: Leo Varadkar confounded the Brexiters – and everyone else

He lacked the gifts to succeed in the bearpit of Irish politics, yet did. And he escapes the battle that looms for his successor, says journalist Tommie Gorman

The Guardian - UK · Mar 22, 2024

Simon Harris Set To Become Ireland's Prime Minister

Simon Harris, with a background in healthcare and effective leadership, set to lead Ireland towards a brighter future as the new prime minister amidst chal...

The Guardian view on Leo Varadkar: he stood firm against Brexit’s threat

Editorial: Ireland’s taoiseach resigned because his political touch is weakening. But he deserves Britain’s gratitude

The Guardian - UK · Mar 21, 2024

Simon Harris confirms he will run for Irish PM as party rushes to back him

Nearly half of Fine Gael parliamentary party endorses 37-year-old as string of potential rivals rule themselves out

The Guardian - UK · Mar 21, 2024

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Why has Leo Varadkar suddenly resigned as Irish prime minister?

A disastrous referendum result on modernising definitions of ‘family’ and women’s roles was a major factor.

Al Jazeera · Mar 21, 2024

Irish PM Resignation: What Happens Next?

Leo Varadkar's announcement that he is stepping down as Ireland's prime minister has triggered a leadership contest in his Fine Gael party.

International Business Times · Mar 21, 2024

Essex council paid social media prankster nearly £500,000 during pandemic

In 2021 the comedian was paid more than the Prime Minister makes in a year

Evening Standard · Jan 11, 2024

New centres to research climate change and food sustainability

The co-centres will bring together academics, industry and policymakers across the Irish Government, UK Government and Stormont departments.

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2023

Irish ambassador called to Israeli ministry in ‘overreaction’ to Varadkar remark

Leo Varadkar said an ‘an innocent child who was lost has now been found’ after Hamas released nine-year-old Irish-Israeli hostage Emily Hand.

The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2023

Israel reprimanding Irish ambassador ‘bit of an overreaction’, minister says

Irish premier Leo Varadkar had been accused of attempting to normalise terror.

The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2023

Israel ‘has become a country blinded by rage waging a war on children’

Minister for Higher Education Simon Harris said Israel had a right to defend itself but its actions have escalated.

The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2023

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The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2023

Garda Commissioner says no confidence vote felt like ‘real kick in the teeth’

Almost 99% of gardai who voted in the ballot organised by the Garda Representative Association expressed no confidence in Mr Harris.

The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2023

Harris calls for national debate about adding TDs ‘ad nauseum’

The Electoral Commission said there should be immediate commencement of research on the rules around constituencies and representation.

Dublin Live · Jul 7, 2023

'Historic' new third level courses will offer students degrees without CAO points

From September onwards new courses in healthcare, enterprise and ICT will be rolled out

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2023

Unions hold ‘positive’ meeting with incoming RTE boss

Kevin Bakhurst, an experienced media executive, has pledged to ‘restore trust’ in the national broadcaster.

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The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2023

Government patience with RTE is running low, minister warns

Incoming director general Kevin Bakhurst has been urged to announce changes within the broadcaster on day one of his job on Monday.

Dublin Live · Jul 3, 2023

Dublin school 'absolutely devastated' after two Leaving Cert students die on Greek island

Classmates Andrew O’Donnell and Max Wall, both aged 18, were on holiday with friends celebrating the end of their exams on the Greek island of Ios

Irish Mirror · Jun 22, 2023

Simon Harris heralds fact that uptake in consent classes is increasing

Since 2019, more than 70,000 first-year college students have participated in a consent workshop following the establishment of new classes in third level institutions

Irish Mirror · Jun 21, 2023

Stephen Donnelly 'not concerned' about medical graduates 'going to live on Bondi Beach'

The Irish Mirror asked Mr Donnelly if he was concerned that the Irish State would be spending money training additional medical professionals that would end up moving abroad given the current recruitment and retention crisis

Irish Mirror · Jun 12, 2023

Leo Varadkar slams 'totally inadequate' housing targets as he urges goal to be raised

Speaking at the National Economic Dialogue, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said that the country was in the middle of a “very deep housing crisis” and housing targets must be changed.

Irish Mirror · Jun 12, 2023

Ministers say there is 'no leadership issue in Fine Gael' as Varadkar denies he has lost support

Neither Enterprise Minister Simon Coveney nor Higher Education Minister Simon Harris would say if they would put their names forward it Taoiseach Leo Varadkar stood down as FIne Gael leader.

Irish Mirror · Jun 5, 2023

10,000 free college places announced for unemployed, self-employed and workforce returners

College for unemployed, self-employed and recently returned to work funding announced

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