A Cathaoirleach has been selected for the Committee on the Irish Language, Gaeltacht, and the Irish-Speaking Community. Fianna Fáil will chair the committee because Catherine Connolly's Dáil group reportedly does not have sufficient Irish language proficiency.

Dáil Éireann has been informed that there is currently no timeline for the full retrofit of social housing in County Louth, Ireland.

Fine Gael candidate Seán Kyne secured a victory in the Galway West by-election, taking a seat in Dáil Éireann after a marathon count. This win has reportedly caused concern within the Fianna Fáil party.

The Derek Mooney payment scandal and RTÉ stars 'feathering their nests' are costing money and eroding public confidence, with Dáil committee warned of revenue shortfalls.

Legislation known as "Valerie's Law," designed to prevent a parent who has killed their child's other parent from automatically retaining guardianship rights, has successfully passed its first stage in the Dáil. The law is named in memory of Valerie French.

A heated debate erupted in the Dáil over rising rent prices and a new report on housing, leading to sharp exchanges between politicians. The discussion saw accusations of 'sleiveen politics' and a lack of substance.

A Limerick student made a passionate stand for the Irish language during the Dáil na nÓg 2026 debates, highlighting its significant comeback in recent years, largely driven by secondary students.

The Irish Dáil is scheduled to debate and hold a free vote on the Social Democrats' Reproductive Rights Bill, which proposes changes to the country's abortion laws.

Ireland's Dáil spending watchdog has been called upon to investigate RTÉ's substantial €855,000 consultancy bill related to its 'Toy Show' appeal.

A bicycle shelter built at University Hospital Kerry at a cost of €127,000 has been labeled a 'pure waste' and a 'slap in the face' to struggling families, according to discussions in the Dáil.

Micheál Martin, the Taoiseach, reiterated his belief that Ireland should explore nuclear energy, including assessing its costs and timelines, during a heated Dáil debate.

A new legislative proposal aimed at legalizing nuclear energy is scheduled for debate in the Dáil, the Irish Parliament, in the coming months.

Over 170 young people participated in a Dáil debate on education in Ireland as part of the 24th Dáil na nÓg initiative, the country's National Youth Parliament.

A Dáil spending watchdog has issued a warning that taxpayers could be subsidizing the policing costs for lucrative private events. The watchdog expressed concerns over the potential misuse of public funds for private security.

A Dáil committee chairman has criticized Ireland's rail traffic management system, which has incurred over €31 million in costs without delivery, significantly exceeding its initial €19.5 million budget.

The writs for the Dublin Central and the Galway West bye-elections were moved in the Dáil this evening.

Irish Justice Minister Helen McEntee accused Independent Ireland TDs of misogyny and 'barking down' female colleagues in Dáil Éireann. This led to the Social Democrats lodging a formal complaint regarding the alleged behavior.

Following a week of fuel protests, Irish ministers have been accused of being out of touch and shutting down Dáil questions, intensifying public anger over a long-standing cost-of-living crisis.

The Tánaiste stated that providing further cost-of-living relief would be "premature" and "foolish," rejecting calls for the Dáil to reconvene early from its recess.

Mary Lou McDonald has called for an urgent recall of the Dáil, which is currently on a two-week Easter break, to address a developing fuel crisis in Ireland.

A Dáil committee was informed of more than a dozen cases where money went missing from Garda stations, with one investigation leading to criminal proceedings against a garda for €1,100.

The Irish Dáil is on its Easter break, with politicians returning to constituencies amidst concerns over a looming energy crisis and discussions about capping the number of TDs in parliament.

Protesters have staged a day-long demonstration outside Leinster House, the Irish parliament, urging the Oireachtas to pass the Occupied Territories Bill.

The Duke of Devonshire is reportedly seeking "exorbitant" rent increases from farmers in Lismore, Ireland, a situation that has been brought before the Dáil, drawing comparisons to historical absentee landlord issues.

Ireland's Agriculture Minister Martin Heydon confirmed to the Dáil that the country will not follow Wales and Scotland in banning greyhound racing.

There is a significant change in people's mindset – it is now ‘so cool’ to work through Irish.

A former chief executive at Inland Fisheries Ireland testified at a WRC hearing that a senator attempted to block a promotion for a key witness in a Garda investigation, with details of the complaint shared with the agency's board and read into the Dáil record within hours.

A 94-year-old woman who relies on home heating oil has seen a half-fill of oil from her provider jump from €464 last week to €879 today, the Dáil heard.

The Dáil is set to vote on a proposal to designate certain building projects as 'critical,' allowing them to be fast-tracked through the planning process.

An ill-tempered exchange in the Dáil indicates the pressure on the Irish Government as it confronts the country's overall security vulnerability, particularly concerning maritime security and defence.

Latest figures reveal that 35 Teachtaí Dála (TDs), representing one in five members of the current Dáil, are landlords or received rental income last year.

A Government minister claimed a hunger strike “would not do any harm” to one of the campaigners who sought an apology from the State over institutional abuse, a TD has claimed in the Dáil.

The Dáil has heard that one of the largest landlords in the State, the investment fund I-RES REIT, has told investors that changed rental laws mean they can increase new rents by 25%.

Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat became a great friend of former taoiseach Bertie Ahern and would ring him “in the middle of the night”, a Dáil committee heard on Tuesday afternoon.

Kildare North’s newest Social Democrats TD has big ideas on how to fix the Dáil. The first: scrap the long holidays.

Harris has rejected claims that education-related overruns will lead to cuts across other public services. TDs were informed that the full extent of any potential cuts would only become clear after the Dáil rises.

Iran has accused the United States of a 'flagrant violation' of a ceasefire following new US defensive airstrikes in southern Iran. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio commented on the situation.

The election of two public representatives to the Dáil has created two new vacancies, prompting questions about who will fill the Social Democrats' council seat and Sean Kyne's vacant seat in the Seanad.

A brief overview introduces the two newest Teachta Dála (TDs), who have recently joined the Dáil, Ireland's parliament.

The results of two by-elections in Ireland are expected to be announced, determining the two newest members of the Dáil.

The Dáil, Ireland's parliament, has voted against proposed legislation that sought to impose sanctions on Israel, with 77 votes against and 62 in favor.

A teenager who bravely saved his family after they were swept out to sea in Australia was welcomed and honored at the Dáil. The event celebrated his heroic actions.

While pints continue to flow in the Dáil bar, an increasing number of politicians, including Fine Gael senator Gareth Scahill, are choosing to go for a midweek run instead of visiting the bar.

Lawyers for former University of Limerick president Professor Kerstin Mey are seeking an injunction, arguing that allegations of misleading a Dáil committee regarding a property purchase cannot be revisited.

Ireland's Dáil spending watchdog is set to follow up with the Health Service Executive (HSE) regarding concerns over the 'wasted' money spent on an 'extravagant' bike shed at a hospital in Kerry.

A bill proposing a three-year ban on no-fault evictions in Ireland has successfully passed its first stage in the Dáil, facing no opposition.

Gerry Hutch has returned to Dublin and declared his intention to run for a Dáil seat, whether through an upcoming by-election or the next general election.

A new bill before the Dáil in Ireland proposes "no wait" cards to ensure better toilet access for individuals with chronic illnesses. Advocates believe this measure could significantly improve the daily lives of thousands across the country.

An opinion piece argues against recent claims of misogyny within the Dáil, stating that such accusations are often overused and that women do not require excessive protection. The author criticizes the quick application of strong labels like 'misogyny'.

Irish schools are facing severe financial difficulties, with one school reportedly threatened with a gas cut-off over an outstanding €33,000 bill. A Dáil committee was told that some principals and teachers are arriving early to mop out schools due to leaks.

Reform of Ireland's asylum system is imminent following the conclusion of the debate and passage of the International Protection Bill 2026 in the Dáil.

Gardaí prepared for a significant protest outside the Dáil, but the demonstration turned out to be scattered and short-lived, a stark contrast to previous disruptions.

Tractor driver and two lorry drivers arrested in blockades; Dáil prepares for motion of no confidence in the Government

We could have a Dáil of 185 TDs by the next general election, driven by population growth and the constitutional formula that turns population headcounts into seats in Leinster House.

A homelessness activist from West Cork has concluded his 200th and final weekly protest outside Leinster House, the Irish Parliament, where he advocated for housing rights.

Social Democrats TD Cian O’Callaghan highlighted in the Dáil the 'deeply inhumane' lack of options available to aging parents caring for their children with disabilities.

A major picket of Dáil Eireann was due to take place in Dublin next Tuesday.

The Irish government is working towards a 'reduction and eventual elimination' of the state's accommodation program for people fleeing the war in Ukraine, according to the Minister of State for Migration.

RTÉ executives will be called before the Dáil’s media committee to outline its progress on its finances, reforms and programming changes.

Minister for Housing James Browne informed the Dáil that 9,089 new build social homes were delivered last year, setting a new record for annual output.

A 94-year-old woman who relies on home heating oil has seen a half-fill of oil from her provider jump from €464 last week to €879 today, the Dáil heard.

"All of the Fianna Fáil TDs for Kerry between 1926 and 1933 had been members of the IRA during the War of Independence and the Civil War.

Many politicians have spent years trying to achieve their ultimate aim of a seat in the Dáil. But at the last general election in November 2024, over 50 TDs either quit politics or were rejected by the electorate and lost their seats. So how have they picked their lives up after the frenetic 24/7 routine of a backbench TD or minister – when suddenly they don’t receive phone calls at all hours of the day and night, and the chorus of social media abuse falls silent?

Friday's news includes concerns over the EU presidency's security, record-high energy bill arrears, and a list of landlords in the Dáil.

Ireland's Taoiseach has issued a State apology to survivors of institutional abuse, with four survivors present in the Dáil gallery receiving applause before the apology was delivered.

Opposition TDs criticise plans to guillotine International Protection Bill on Wednesday

Irish Taoiseach Micheal Martin stated in the Dáil that the Department of Justice has no knowledge of claims a woman was trafficked into Ireland and that the government holds no files on Jeffrey Epstein.

A TD informed the Dáil that a photograph of a UCD student, described as 'nude, bruised and unconscious,' was shared among students and staff, allegedly taken after she was raped.

Efforts are underway in Ireland to present a single, agreed-upon left candidate for the upcoming Seanad bye-election, triggered by Seán Kyne's elevation to the Dáil.

Ireland's Dáil (parliament) voted down a reproductive rights amendment bill that aimed to abolish the country's mandatory reflection period for abortion, sparking debate on the concept of 'abortion regret'.

Plans for a GAA club in Salthill Knocknacarra, involving a planning application for flood-lit pitches, became a significant political issue that may have contributed to Noel Thomas losing a Dáil seat in the recent Galway West by-election.

The Social Democrats are set to receive increased speaking time in the Dáil, Ireland's parliament, following their recent electoral success in Dublin Central. This win gives them an advantage over the Labour party.

Following the death of Yves Sakila, his family is calling for a postmortem report, while Black Coalition Ireland organized a large protest outside Dáil, urging political action.

Voters in Galway and Dublin will cast their ballots in by-elections this Friday, with discussions ongoing about whether the Irish language provides an advantage in these contests, following Paschal Donohoe's resignation from his Dáil seat.

Galway West, home to the country's largest Gaeltacht population, is examining the significance of the Irish language as an issue for both voters and candidates in the region.

A legislative bill proposing the removal of the mandatory waiting period for abortions has been defeated in the Dáil, Ireland's parliament. The vote means the current waiting period will remain in place.

Ambulance workers in Ireland are preparing for a 48-hour strike scheduled for next week, following ongoing disputes. Concurrently, they have agreed to attend the Labour Court for talks with the Health Service Executive (HSE) to address their grievances.

Despite a prevailing fractious atmosphere within the Dáil, rare instances of unity among politicians were observed. These moments offered a contrast to the usual contentious debates.

The Dáil Éireann, Ireland's lower house of parliament, has ratified the Convention Establishing an International Claims Commission for Ukraine, signaling support for accountability and reparations.

Ireland's Dáil is set to discuss a new bill proposing the expansion of CCTV camera usage in Dublin, particularly in areas with high crime rates. A Fine Gael TD has called for increased surveillance to combat crime in the capital.

The Healy-Rae family feud is blending bloodlines with battle lines in a Dáil succession bid, highlighted by Michael Healy-Rae's actions in the Dáil chamber regarding government support packages and a potential resignation.

Whoever signed the cheques for the Donegal and Mayo training jaunts in Portugal could possibly feel like they authorised the greatest waste of money since the €335,000 Dáil bike shed fiasco.

The Dáil has been informed that approximately 7,000 of Ireland's 16,000 homeless individuals are in emergency accommodation in Dublin's north inner city, with a disproportionate number on one specific street.

Minister for Housing and Local Government James Browne is set to sign an election order that will officially establish the date for two upcoming Dáil bye-elections.

The issue of insufficient parking in new housing estates, leading to 'parking wars' among residents, has been brought before the Dáil, with the Tánaiste pledging to discuss it with the Housing Minister.

A session in the Dáil, Ireland's parliament, was marked by various instances of name-calling among members.

Efforts to reform the Dáil have drawn criticism following the unexpected deposition of a cabinet minister in Dún Laoghaire, raising questions about political transparency and power dynamics.

A fact-check is underway regarding Labour TD Conor Sheehan's claim in the Dáil that eviction rates in Ireland are currently the highest since the Great Famine.

A bill to recognize the loss of a pregnancy under road traffic legislation has been submitted to the Dáil, Ireland's parliament.

Accumulated profits at Minister of State Micheal Healy-Rae's property management company surpassed €1 million last year, according to newly filed accounts, highlighting the financial performance of the Dáil's largest landlord.

Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon raised the issue of sports funding in the Dáil, arguing that footballer Troy Parrott's success was achieved despite, rather than due to, government support for sports.

A fact-check investigates claims by anti-abortion campaigners that Irish politician Holly Cairns misled the Dáil with her comments regarding the number of women traveling to the UK for abortions.

The Dáil Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has been informed that the full implementation of localised flood warning systems across Ireland could take another five to ten years.

Kerry TD and junior minister Michael Healy-Rae continues to be the largest landlord in the Dáil, according to reports.

The Taoiseach committed to examining a review into Ireland's abortion law, three years after its publication, following the story of Denise Whitmore, who suffered a fatal foetal abnormality, being raised in the Dáil.

Tithíocht agus saol trí Ghaeilge atá á éileamh ag aos óg na Gaeilge agus na Gaeltachta, laistigh agus lasmuigh den Dáil inniu.

A new poll in Ireland indicates that two-thirds of voters believe convicted criminals, such as Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch, should not be allowed to hold a seat in Dáil Éireann.

Roderic O’Gorman, leader of the Green Party and its sole TD, stated that the party would need to secure more than 10 Dáil seats before considering entering government again, expressing no regrets about past decisions.

The latest edition of the Dáil register of interests was published this week.

The economy would “wouldn’t last ten days” if subsea cables or the gas interconnector is attacked and destroyed, the Taoiseach has told the Dáil.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin is set to formally apologise to survivors of institutional abuse in the Dáil.

Up to 1,800 children and teenagers in south Tipperary and the south east of Ireland are experiencing waiting times of up to 18 months for eye treatments, as highlighted in the Dáil.