Simon Harris to take on Donald Trump trade threats in beefed-up new Foreign Affairs role, while Healy-Rae deal hangs in balance
Briefly

The incoming tánaiste will take a beefed-up role as foreign affairs minister, with international trade also being added on, reflecting a strategic shift in governance.
Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael are swapping the two most troublesome departments: Justice and Health, suggesting a significant internal shake-up to improve departmental performance.
The coalition will establish a Minister for Children and Disabilities, aiming to enhance cabinet representation for services benefiting individuals with special needs.
The draft programme reflects compromises on major initiatives, such as the ditching of the 'minister for infrastructure' role in favor of an expanded minister for public expenditure.
Read at Irish Independent
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