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'Did you call the gardai?' - scandal widens for Simon Harris over Fine Gael behaviour towards woman

The scandal regarding inappropriate behavior by Fine Gael politicians towards a female staff member is intensifying, particularly around International Women's Day.

Female Sinn Fein politicians urge Simon Harris to take Dail questions on Senator Martin Conway

Senator Conway faces serious allegations leading to his resignation from the party whip and an ongoing investigation after an incident of intoxication and inappropriate behaviour.

'Did you call the gardai?' - scandal widens for Simon Harris over Fine Gael behaviour towards woman

The scandal regarding inappropriate behavior by Fine Gael politicians towards a female staff member is intensifying, particularly around International Women's Day.

Female Sinn Fein politicians urge Simon Harris to take Dail questions on Senator Martin Conway

Senator Conway faces serious allegations leading to his resignation from the party whip and an ongoing investigation after an incident of intoxication and inappropriate behaviour.

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#presidential-election

Senan Molony: What now for Simon Harris and Fine Gael in the wake of its disastrous opinion poll showing?

Fine Gael faces historic low poll numbers, indicating potential challenges ahead for the upcoming presidential election.

Former tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald rules out Presidential bid

Simon Harris's potential presidential bid has attracted significant attention, but she has chosen not to contest.

Fionnan Sheahan: Mairead McGuinness is Aras 'papabile', but she only preaches to the partisan so far

Seán Kelly's election could lead to Martin Conway's return to the European Parliament despite his past controversies.

Former tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald rules out Presidential bid

Fitzgerald declines Presidential bid, citing multifactorial reasons and her support for whoever emerges from Fine Gael.

Senan Molony: What now for Simon Harris and Fine Gael in the wake of its disastrous opinion poll showing?

Fine Gael faces historic low poll numbers, indicating potential challenges ahead for the upcoming presidential election.

Former tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald rules out Presidential bid

Simon Harris's potential presidential bid has attracted significant attention, but she has chosen not to contest.

Fionnan Sheahan: Mairead McGuinness is Aras 'papabile', but she only preaches to the partisan so far

Seán Kelly's election could lead to Martin Conway's return to the European Parliament despite his past controversies.

Former tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald rules out Presidential bid

Fitzgerald declines Presidential bid, citing multifactorial reasons and her support for whoever emerges from Fine Gael.

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The Guardian view on Ireland's new government: born in the eye of the storm | Editorial

Ireland faces severe weather and political turmoil as Storm Eowyn approaches.

Fionnan Sheahan: Generation Stuck, full-nest parents and the unintended effects of the housing crisis

The Arts Council wasted €7 million on an ineffective computer system, sparking a political inquiry led by Arts Minister Patrick O'Donovan.

New Taoiseach election deadline in doubt over party approval

The ratification of the new government faces delays due to party member approval processes.

Sympathy vote at play as Brian Stanley fights for last Laois seat

Brian Stanley's voter support declined during the count, signifying a turbulent exit from Sinn Féin.

Martin Conway in profile: the senator who has resigned from Fine Gael amid political controversy

Fine Gael politician Mr. Conway resigned over inappropriate behavior allegations but retained his Seanad seat after an intoxicated arrest on O'Connell Street.

Simon Harris stays silent as Senator Martin Conway revealed to be Fine Gael politician at centre of 'inappropriate behaviour' row

Senator's arrest for drunkenness leads to resignation from Fine Gael party.

The Guardian view on Ireland's new government: born in the eye of the storm | Editorial

Ireland faces severe weather and political turmoil as Storm Eowyn approaches.

Fionnan Sheahan: Generation Stuck, full-nest parents and the unintended effects of the housing crisis

The Arts Council wasted €7 million on an ineffective computer system, sparking a political inquiry led by Arts Minister Patrick O'Donovan.

New Taoiseach election deadline in doubt over party approval

The ratification of the new government faces delays due to party member approval processes.

Sympathy vote at play as Brian Stanley fights for last Laois seat

Brian Stanley's voter support declined during the count, signifying a turbulent exit from Sinn Féin.

Martin Conway in profile: the senator who has resigned from Fine Gael amid political controversy

Fine Gael politician Mr. Conway resigned over inappropriate behavior allegations but retained his Seanad seat after an intoxicated arrest on O'Connell Street.

Simon Harris stays silent as Senator Martin Conway revealed to be Fine Gael politician at centre of 'inappropriate behaviour' row

Senator's arrest for drunkenness leads to resignation from Fine Gael party.

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#john-mullins

Irish business world shocked after sudden death of John Mullins (57)

John Mullins, a prominent figure in business and politics, passed away after a sudden illness, leaving behind a significant legacy in Cork.

John Mullins' career was a throwback to an era when public life spanned both commercial and civic leadership

John Mullins, a prominent Cork businessman and politician, died at 57, known for his diverse contributions to Irish life.

Irish business world shocked after sudden death of John Mullins (57)

John Mullins, a prominent figure in business and politics, passed away after a sudden illness, leaving behind a significant legacy in Cork.

John Mullins' career was a throwback to an era when public life spanned both commercial and civic leadership

John Mullins, a prominent Cork businessman and politician, died at 57, known for his diverse contributions to Irish life.

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'You'll never run again,' Fine Gael politician was warned after inappropriate behaviour towards young woman in bar

Fine Gael ran a candidate despite knowledge of his inappropriate behavior, indicating issues in party accountability and transparency.

Fine Gael politician apologised to young woman over incident of inappropriate behaviour in bar

Fine Gael continues to endorse a politician despite a serious incident involving inappropriate behavior toward a female staffer.

The Harris drop - takings for 'Simon's Superdraw' fundraiser for Fine Gael are down by 300,000

Fine Gael's raffle revenue decreased significantly under Simon Harris's leadership, attributed to the timing of the general election.

'You'll never run again,' Fine Gael politician was warned after inappropriate behaviour towards young woman in bar

Fine Gael ran a candidate despite knowledge of his inappropriate behavior, indicating issues in party accountability and transparency.

Fine Gael politician apologised to young woman over incident of inappropriate behaviour in bar

Fine Gael continues to endorse a politician despite a serious incident involving inappropriate behavior toward a female staffer.

The Harris drop - takings for 'Simon's Superdraw' fundraiser for Fine Gael are down by 300,000

Fine Gael's raffle revenue decreased significantly under Simon Harris's leadership, attributed to the timing of the general election.

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#political-accountability

Second Fine Gael politician who behaved inappropriately to the same young female member of staff expelled

Fine Gael party inconsistencies in handling sexual misconduct cases raise concerns about fairness and accountability.

Code of silence: Simon Harris's omerta and Fine Gael's secrets come unstuck in Martin Conway saga

A senator's drunken incident led to his resignation from Fine Gael amid questions about accountability and support for inappropriate behavior.

Fine Gael TDs furious at party HQ over Martin Conway fallout as Sinn Fein piles pressure on Simon Harris

Fine Gael faces controversy as Senator Conway's arrest adds pressure on the new government and raises questions about party accountability.

Second Fine Gael politician who behaved inappropriately to the same young female member of staff expelled

Fine Gael party inconsistencies in handling sexual misconduct cases raise concerns about fairness and accountability.

Code of silence: Simon Harris's omerta and Fine Gael's secrets come unstuck in Martin Conway saga

A senator's drunken incident led to his resignation from Fine Gael amid questions about accountability and support for inappropriate behavior.

Fine Gael TDs furious at party HQ over Martin Conway fallout as Sinn Fein piles pressure on Simon Harris

Fine Gael faces controversy as Senator Conway's arrest adds pressure on the new government and raises questions about party accountability.

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Election 2024 counting begins for Day 2 - but some big name casualties are already clear

Micheál Martin likely to return as Taoiseach with potential Grand Coalition forming after elections.

'Trailblazer and passionate progressive for woman's rights' - former education minister Gemma Hussey dies aged 86

Gemma Hussey, a pioneering figure in Irish politics, passed away, remembered for her key contributions to women's rights and education reform.

Shane Ross: The secret government deals have no paper trail, but you can bet your life they exist

The government's claim of no special deals with Independents contrasts with political negotiations indicating otherwise.

Fianna Fail, Fine Gael and Regional Independents reach deal for government

Fianna Fáil will dominate cabinet positions with eight full ministers, emphasizing infrastructure and public expenditure amidst coalition negotiations.

'There's only one show in town' - Fianna Fail and Fine Gael favour Independents for coalition over Labour Party

Parties prefer forming a coalition with independents over Independent Ireland in government discussions.

Taoiseach election deadline in doubt over party approval as Micheal Martin reveals Ireland to join G20

The timeline for government formation on January 22 faces delays due to party ratification processes.

Election 2024 counting begins for Day 2 - but some big name casualties are already clear

Micheál Martin likely to return as Taoiseach with potential Grand Coalition forming after elections.

'Trailblazer and passionate progressive for woman's rights' - former education minister Gemma Hussey dies aged 86

Gemma Hussey, a pioneering figure in Irish politics, passed away, remembered for her key contributions to women's rights and education reform.

Shane Ross: The secret government deals have no paper trail, but you can bet your life they exist

The government's claim of no special deals with Independents contrasts with political negotiations indicating otherwise.

Fianna Fail, Fine Gael and Regional Independents reach deal for government

Fianna Fáil will dominate cabinet positions with eight full ministers, emphasizing infrastructure and public expenditure amidst coalition negotiations.

'There's only one show in town' - Fianna Fail and Fine Gael favour Independents for coalition over Labour Party

Parties prefer forming a coalition with independents over Independent Ireland in government discussions.

Taoiseach election deadline in doubt over party approval as Micheal Martin reveals Ireland to join G20

The timeline for government formation on January 22 faces delays due to party ratification processes.

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'Traumatised' - Fine Gael official kicked off ruling body after complaint from female politician

A Fine Gael official was removed after a complaint alleging inappropriate behavior toward a female councillor.

Micheal Carrigy elected Chair of Fine Gael Parliamentary Party

Micheál Carrigy has been elected as the new Chair of Fine Gael's parliamentary party, succeeding Alan Farrell.

#women-in-politics

Who are the new junior and 'superjunior' ministers appointed to Government?

Women's representation remains critically low in government appointments, reflecting broader societal gender disparities.

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael's coalition has prioritized allocation of key government roles amidst ongoing gender equity concerns.

Who are the new junior and super-junior ministers appointed to the Government?

Disappointment over the low representation of women in ministerial roles amid the new government appointments.

Who are the new junior and 'superjunior' ministers appointed to Government?

Women's representation remains critically low in government appointments, reflecting broader societal gender disparities.

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael's coalition has prioritized allocation of key government roles amidst ongoing gender equity concerns.

Who are the new junior and super-junior ministers appointed to the Government?

Disappointment over the low representation of women in ministerial roles amid the new government appointments.

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Martin Conway fallout: Simon Harris says it would be unusual to reopen a matter 'deemed to require no further action' as TDs furious at party HQ

Fine Gael is facing internal discontent over the handling of Senator Martin Conway's intoxication arrest and the investigation that followed.

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Fionnan Sheahan: Poll shows Michael Lowry's influence in government formation talks is a cause for concern

Helen McEntee's silence on Michael Lowry raises questions about governance and accountability in the new coalition formation.

Simon Harris to set up a commission on 'renewal' of Fine Gael

A new commission will be established to support Fine Gael's integration of new TDs.

Focus is needed on Dáil reform for backbench TD privileges.

The Fine Gael leader stressed the importance of preparedness for severe weather.

The last days of Team Harris: Fianna Fail up, Fine Gael down and Michael Lowry is pulling the strings

The focus is now on forming a government promptly, leaving little time for reflection on past events.

Fionnan Sheahan: Poll shows Michael Lowry's influence in government formation talks is a cause for concern

Helen McEntee's silence on Michael Lowry raises questions about governance and accountability in the new coalition formation.

Simon Harris to set up a commission on 'renewal' of Fine Gael

A new commission will be established to support Fine Gael's integration of new TDs.

Focus is needed on Dáil reform for backbench TD privileges.

The Fine Gael leader stressed the importance of preparedness for severe weather.

The last days of Team Harris: Fianna Fail up, Fine Gael down and Michael Lowry is pulling the strings

The focus is now on forming a government promptly, leaving little time for reflection on past events.

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Fine Gael politician apologised to young woman over incident of inappropriate behaviour in bar

A Fine Gael politician faced internal investigation for inappropriate behavior but remains endorsed by the party for elections.

Michael Healy-Rae set for junior ministry as Simon Harris to take on Donald Trump trade threats in beefed-up Foreign Affairs role

The new tánaiste will oversee enhanced duties in foreign affairs and international trade amidst a government coalition and departmental restructuring.

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Jim O'Callaghan calls for FF-FG coalition with Independents as Mary Lou McDonald accuses them of 'looking down their nose' at Sinn Fein voters

The Dáil's technical group of Independents may provide stability to the new government formed by Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael.

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

The tánaiste's role will grow to include foreign affairs and international trade.

Fianna Fáil will have more senior cabinet positions than Fine Gael in the upcoming government.

Significant compromises were made regarding proposed new departments.

Independents still pushing for senior Cabinet position as new coalition to promise 'five budgets' under next government

Government negotiations are focused on housing and childcare issues.

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael seek to ensure a five-year governance agreement with Independent TDs.

How Ireland's Sherlock Beat the Mobster with the Bad Hair - emptywheel

Gerry Hutch's unexpected candidacy highlighted the influence of social media in politics, even for a controversial figure like him.

Power games continue as Micheal Martin and Simon Harris wait to confirm new policies and cabinet

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael are negotiating policies across various sectors, facing challenges particularly in health, justice, finance, and climate.

'They will over-compensate' - more women to get junior minister jobs after backlash to gender imbalance in the Cabinet

Niamh Smyth is likely to be promoted, addressing gender representation concerns within government by appointing more women in junior ministerial positions.

Jim O'Callaghan calls for FF-FG coalition with Independents as Mary Lou McDonald accuses them of 'looking down their nose' at Sinn Fein voters

The Dáil's technical group of Independents may provide stability to the new government formed by Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael.

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

The tánaiste's role will grow to include foreign affairs and international trade.

Fianna Fáil will have more senior cabinet positions than Fine Gael in the upcoming government.

Significant compromises were made regarding proposed new departments.

Independents still pushing for senior Cabinet position as new coalition to promise 'five budgets' under next government

Government negotiations are focused on housing and childcare issues.

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael seek to ensure a five-year governance agreement with Independent TDs.

How Ireland's Sherlock Beat the Mobster with the Bad Hair - emptywheel

Gerry Hutch's unexpected candidacy highlighted the influence of social media in politics, even for a controversial figure like him.

Power games continue as Micheal Martin and Simon Harris wait to confirm new policies and cabinet

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael are negotiating policies across various sectors, facing challenges particularly in health, justice, finance, and climate.

'They will over-compensate' - more women to get junior minister jobs after backlash to gender imbalance in the Cabinet

Niamh Smyth is likely to be promoted, addressing gender representation concerns within government by appointing more women in junior ministerial positions.

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#sinn-fein

Election 2024: Most of the seats are now filled - here are the constituencies still counting

The 2024 General Election results in various constituencies highlight a competitive landscape with close margins and prolonged counting processes.

Aontu lands second-ever TD; Roderic O'Gorman survives in Dublin West to give Greens solitary seat

Keira Keogh and Paul Lawless won pivotal seats in Mayo's recent election.

Election 2024: Most of the seats are now filled - here are the constituencies still counting

The 2024 General Election results in various constituencies highlight a competitive landscape with close margins and prolonged counting processes.

Aontu lands second-ever TD; Roderic O'Gorman survives in Dublin West to give Greens solitary seat

Keira Keogh and Paul Lawless won pivotal seats in Mayo's recent election.

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'Did you call the gardai?' - scandal widens for Simon Harris over Fine Gael behaviour towards woman

Female Sinn Fein politicians urge Simon Harris to take Dail questions on Senator Martin Conway

'Did you call the gardai?' - scandal widens for Simon Harris over Fine Gael behaviour towards woman

Female Sinn Fein politicians urge Simon Harris to take Dail questions on Senator Martin Conway

Senan Molony: What now for Simon Harris and Fine Gael in the wake of its disastrous opinion poll showing?

Former tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald rules out Presidential bid

Fionnan Sheahan: Mairead McGuinness is Aras 'papabile', but she only preaches to the partisan so far

Former tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald rules out Presidential bid

Senan Molony: What now for Simon Harris and Fine Gael in the wake of its disastrous opinion poll showing?

Former tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald rules out Presidential bid

Fionnan Sheahan: Mairead McGuinness is Aras 'papabile', but she only preaches to the partisan so far

Former tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald rules out Presidential bid

The Guardian view on Ireland's new government: born in the eye of the storm | Editorial

Fionnan Sheahan: Generation Stuck, full-nest parents and the unintended effects of the housing crisis

New Taoiseach election deadline in doubt over party approval

Sympathy vote at play as Brian Stanley fights for last Laois seat

Martin Conway in profile: the senator who has resigned from Fine Gael amid political controversy

Simon Harris stays silent as Senator Martin Conway revealed to be Fine Gael politician at centre of 'inappropriate behaviour' row

The Guardian view on Ireland's new government: born in the eye of the storm | Editorial

Fionnan Sheahan: Generation Stuck, full-nest parents and the unintended effects of the housing crisis

New Taoiseach election deadline in doubt over party approval

Sympathy vote at play as Brian Stanley fights for last Laois seat

Martin Conway in profile: the senator who has resigned from Fine Gael amid political controversy

Simon Harris stays silent as Senator Martin Conway revealed to be Fine Gael politician at centre of 'inappropriate behaviour' row

Irish business world shocked after sudden death of John Mullins (57)

John Mullins' career was a throwback to an era when public life spanned both commercial and civic leadership

Irish business world shocked after sudden death of John Mullins (57)

John Mullins' career was a throwback to an era when public life spanned both commercial and civic leadership

'You'll never run again,' Fine Gael politician was warned after inappropriate behaviour towards young woman in bar

Fine Gael politician apologised to young woman over incident of inappropriate behaviour in bar

The Harris drop - takings for 'Simon's Superdraw' fundraiser for Fine Gael are down by 300,000

'You'll never run again,' Fine Gael politician was warned after inappropriate behaviour towards young woman in bar

Fine Gael politician apologised to young woman over incident of inappropriate behaviour in bar

The Harris drop - takings for 'Simon's Superdraw' fundraiser for Fine Gael are down by 300,000

Second Fine Gael politician who behaved inappropriately to the same young female member of staff expelled

Code of silence: Simon Harris's omerta and Fine Gael's secrets come unstuck in Martin Conway saga

Fine Gael TDs furious at party HQ over Martin Conway fallout as Sinn Fein piles pressure on Simon Harris

Second Fine Gael politician who behaved inappropriately to the same young female member of staff expelled

Code of silence: Simon Harris's omerta and Fine Gael's secrets come unstuck in Martin Conway saga

Fine Gael TDs furious at party HQ over Martin Conway fallout as Sinn Fein piles pressure on Simon Harris

Election 2024 counting begins for Day 2 - but some big name casualties are already clear

'Trailblazer and passionate progressive for woman's rights' - former education minister Gemma Hussey dies aged 86

Shane Ross: The secret government deals have no paper trail, but you can bet your life they exist

Fianna Fail, Fine Gael and Regional Independents reach deal for government

'There's only one show in town' - Fianna Fail and Fine Gael favour Independents for coalition over Labour Party

Taoiseach election deadline in doubt over party approval as Micheal Martin reveals Ireland to join G20

Election 2024 counting begins for Day 2 - but some big name casualties are already clear

'Trailblazer and passionate progressive for woman's rights' - former education minister Gemma Hussey dies aged 86

Shane Ross: The secret government deals have no paper trail, but you can bet your life they exist

Fianna Fail, Fine Gael and Regional Independents reach deal for government

'There's only one show in town' - Fianna Fail and Fine Gael favour Independents for coalition over Labour Party

Taoiseach election deadline in doubt over party approval as Micheal Martin reveals Ireland to join G20

'Traumatised' - Fine Gael official kicked off ruling body after complaint from female politician

Micheal Carrigy elected Chair of Fine Gael Parliamentary Party

Who are the new junior and 'superjunior' ministers appointed to Government?

Who are the new junior and super-junior ministers appointed to the Government?

Who are the new junior and 'superjunior' ministers appointed to Government?

Who are the new junior and super-junior ministers appointed to the Government?

Martin Conway fallout: Simon Harris says it would be unusual to reopen a matter 'deemed to require no further action' as TDs furious at party HQ

Fionnan Sheahan: Poll shows Michael Lowry's influence in government formation talks is a cause for concern

Simon Harris to set up a commission on 'renewal' of Fine Gael

The last days of Team Harris: Fianna Fail up, Fine Gael down and Michael Lowry is pulling the strings

Fionnan Sheahan: Poll shows Michael Lowry's influence in government formation talks is a cause for concern

Simon Harris to set up a commission on 'renewal' of Fine Gael

The last days of Team Harris: Fianna Fail up, Fine Gael down and Michael Lowry is pulling the strings

Fine Gael politician apologised to young woman over incident of inappropriate behaviour in bar

Michael Healy-Rae set for junior ministry as Simon Harris to take on Donald Trump trade threats in beefed-up Foreign Affairs role

Jim O'Callaghan calls for FF-FG coalition with Independents as Mary Lou McDonald accuses them of 'looking down their nose' at Sinn Fein voters

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

Independents still pushing for senior Cabinet position as new coalition to promise 'five budgets' under next government

How Ireland's Sherlock Beat the Mobster with the Bad Hair - emptywheel

Power games continue as Micheal Martin and Simon Harris wait to confirm new policies and cabinet

'They will over-compensate' - more women to get junior minister jobs after backlash to gender imbalance in the Cabinet

Jim O'Callaghan calls for FF-FG coalition with Independents as Mary Lou McDonald accuses them of 'looking down their nose' at Sinn Fein voters

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

Independents still pushing for senior Cabinet position as new coalition to promise 'five budgets' under next government

How Ireland's Sherlock Beat the Mobster with the Bad Hair - emptywheel

Power games continue as Micheal Martin and Simon Harris wait to confirm new policies and cabinet

'They will over-compensate' - more women to get junior minister jobs after backlash to gender imbalance in the Cabinet

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