The Latest Breaking News from Simon Harris

Ireland to act if tougher asylum rules create Belfast back door for migration

Jim O’Callaghan says he will closely monitor changes proposed by Britain amid concerns over impact

The Guardian - UK · Nov 17, 2025

British and Irish politicians offer condolences following fatal crash

Those gathered at the British-Irish Intergovernmental Conference have spoken about the crash in Co Louth on Saturday night.

Evening Standard · Nov 17, 2025

There is a ‘window of opportunity’ to address Troubles legacy, says Harris

In September, British and Irish leaders unveiled a joint framework to address longstanding legacy issues in Northern Ireland.

Evening Standard · Nov 17, 2025

Irish government announces plan to build 300,000 homes within five years

Proposal includes 72,000 social homes to tackle housing crisis, but critics call it ‘old wine in a new bottle’

The Guardian - UK · Nov 13, 2025

Connolly vows all voices will be heard as she becomes Ireland’s new president

Taoiseach Micheal Martin and Tanaiste Simon Harris were among those attending the ceremony in St Patrick’s Hall at Dublin Castle.

Evening Standard · Nov 11, 2025

Irish deputy premier meets with Michaela McAreavey family ahead of anniversary

Tanaiste Simon Harris said Ireland would raise the case with Mauritian and UK authorities.

Evening Standard · Nov 5, 2025

Politicians of the centre cannot ‘put fingers in ears’ on migration – Tanaiste

The Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs said a discussion on migration would help social cohesion.

Evening Standard · Oct 31, 2025

Questions remain over Catherine Connolly’s ‘new republic’

Catherine Connolly said her supporters had come together to “shape a new Republic”.

Evening Standard · Oct 25, 2025

High spirits from candidates on last day of presidential campaign

Left-wing independent Catherine Connolly has a lead over Fine Gael hopeful Heather Humphreys in the opinion polls.

Evening Standard · Oct 23, 2025

Benn has ‘no doubt’ Irish Government will honour legacy commitments

Mr Benn unveiled a legacy framework for dealing with Northern Ireland’s troubled past with Tanaiste Simon Harris last month.

Evening Standard · Oct 22, 2025