The Irish Government has introduced a new national artificial intelligence (AI) training platform. This initiative aims to provide people with access to essential AI skills.

Ireland's Department of Finance released a Spring Economic Forecast showing unexpected positive figures, yet the government faces increased pressure to spend.

The Taoiseach stated that the Irish Government is 'acutely aware' of the 'real pain and fear' caused by the recent surge in fuel prices.

A report from the Joint Oireachtas Health Committee calls on the Irish government to urgently implement the national dental policy, which was published seven years ago.

The Irish government has initiated steps and measures to alleviate and calm an ongoing fuel crisis affecting the country.

The Irish Government has trebled its aid package in an effort to quell public anger over the rising cost of fuel.

The Irish government has announced €500 million in concessions to fuel protesters, including further cuts to excise duty and a delayed carbon tax rise, leading to the standing down of blockades. Meanwhile, Sinn Féin plans to bring a confidence motion.

The Irish government is set to resume discussions with representatives regarding a fuel support package, considering excise duty cuts and tax rebates to address a blockade on the country's fuel supply.

Protests against rising fuel prices are causing significant disruptions across Ireland, with citizens blocking streets using tractors and trucks, prompting the Irish government to deploy the army.

The Irish government is facing increasing pressure from opposition parties to introduce three additional bank holidays, aligning the country with its EU neighbors.

The Irish Department of Justice has confirmed it will proceed with 'Valerie's Law,' which aims to strip convicted killers of their parental rights, despite concerns raised by Tusla, the child and family agency, regarding its constitutionality.

The Irish government faces criticism for "hollow promises" as new data indicates that the waiting list for children's spinal surgeries has not improved over the past year, remaining at the same level.

An expert from Dublin City University warns that the Irish government must address the significant impact inflation will have on its infrastructure building targets.

The Irish government is considering new changes that would allow homeowners to earn up to €14,000 tax-free by renting out modular units built in their back gardens.

The Irish government is being urged to allow Dublin councils to collect a tourist tax, which could generate €17 million for the city and over €200 million if extended nationwide.

The Irish Government is facing criticism for exempting the Critical Infrastructure Bill from pre-legislative scrutiny, with opposition parties expressing concern over the circumvention of important legislative oversight.

Over 120 of Ireland's most disadvantaged schools are set to receive additional supports, including more than 400 new staff, under a new DEIS Plus scheme launching this September.

After a two-year delay, the Irish government has announced a new National Student Accommodation Strategy aimed at providing 42,000 new beds for students through a license system for private development on higher education land.

Iran sends waves of missiles into Israel and dismisses Trump's talk of negotiations as 'fake news'; Irish Government reveals fuel relief package

Irish government leaders have approved proposals to reduce excise duty on diesel by 20 cent and petrol by 15 cent, with the cuts effective until the end of May.

Irish Taoiseach, Tánaiste, and Minister of State Seán Canney will meet to finalize fuel support measures to address massive inflation, attributed to the US war on Iran.

The Irish government is working to finalize a package of measures designed to relieve the burden of high fuel costs, which are attributed to the ongoing US war in Iran.

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.

The Irish government is facing intense pressure from both opposition parties and its own TDs to take action on rising fuel costs, with an 'appropriate intervention' expected.

The Irish government is exploring various options to mitigate the impact of rising energy prices on consumers but has not yet finalized any specific measures.

Experts have calculated that the Irish government has room to reduce some taxes and levies on fuel, as motorists are increasingly crossing the border to Northern Ireland for cheaper petrol.

The Irish government is being urged to stop ignoring rising fuel prices, with calls for more evidence that the issue is not going to resolve itself.

The Irish Government will release 1.6 million barrels of oil onto the market – around 10.5 days of supply – as part of a global move to keep a lid on prices.

The Irish government has published the terms of reference for an inquiry into the killing of solicitor Pat Finucane. The inquiry aims to identify all individuals involved in his murder.

Ireland's Housing Minister James Browne announced that rules for building one-off homes in rural areas will be relaxed by summer to boost housing numbers.

The Irish government is reviewing and strengthening the code of practice for the right to request remote working as part of its ongoing reforms.

Former EU Commissioner Phil Hogan has been nominated by the Irish Government as Ireland's candidate for the next Director-General of the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

The Irish Government is developing contingency plans and advising the 22,000 Irish citizens in the Middle East to shelter in place amidst regional tensions.

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.

Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn is set to visit Dublin to press the Irish Government on the crucial importance of sharing information related to Troubles legacy investigations.

Tanaiste Simon Harris stated that the Irish government 'got this wrong' regarding a review of how Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) are allocated in schools, while the Taoiseach insisted Cabinet never approved plans to cut numbers.

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.

The Irish government has not been informed if former US President Donald Trump intends to travel to Ireland for the Irish Open at his Doonbeg golf resort this year, though the Sports Minister expects him to visit at some point.

The Irish government has agreed to no cuts for SNA (Special Needs Assistant) teachers in the upcoming school year, a decision hailed as an '11th hour u-turn victory' for campaigners.

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has called on the Irish Government to reverse what she described as a 'cruel' approach to reviewing the allocation of special needs assistants (SNAs) in schools.

The Irish government is expediting the acquisition of anti-drone technology and a mobile air traffic control tower to enhance security during upcoming EU presidency summits.

The Irish Coalition government is facing increasing pressure for more spending from trade unions and other groups, with commentators noting its strong financial position makes it difficult to resist these demands, similar to how it yielded to fuel protests.

Fianna Fáil TD Willie O'Dea has publicly criticized the current Irish government, asserting that it is 'allergic to humanity.'

The Irish Government has announced it will not oppose a Sinn Féin Bill aimed at establishing a process to disregard historic offences related to consensual sexual activity between men. This move seeks to address past convictions for acts that are now legal.

The daughter of a man killed while cycling welcomed an upcoming Irish Government strategy to implement traffic cameras for detecting dangerous driving.

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.

Ireland's government emergency group has announced that fuel distribution is returning to near-normal levels, while also confirming that all HSE services remain operational.

A dispute between the Irish government and Palmerstown Temporary Accommodation, a firm contracted to convert a Ballyfermot industrial estate property for refugee housing, has been settled.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has accused Opposition parties of supporting port blockades that led to a fuel scarcity, as the government now faces a confidence motion over its handling of the crisis.

The Irish government has made significant concessions to fuel protesters, including further cuts to excise duty and delaying a carbon tax rise, leading to the standing down of blockades, while Sinn Féin plans a confidence motion.

Motorway protests in Ireland are causing economic chaos, leading to fuel panic-buying and forecourt shortages. The government has stated it will only announce support measures once blockades end, while protesters vow to continue until their demands are met, impacting services like the transfer of a healthy teenager to a Tusla site.

The Irish government has deployed the army to remove vehicles from blocked fuel depots and infrastructure, as protests over rising fuel prices continue to paralyze parts of the country.

The Irish government is actively seeking a Financial Literacy Ambassador to promote financial savvy, though the position is noted to be unpaid.

The Irish Government plans to introduce an information campaign aimed at assisting citizens in conserving fuel amidst the ongoing energy crisis, according to Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien.

The Irish government has confirmed that income generated from a new investment scheme, currently under development by Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris, will not be subject to capital gains tax.

The Irish government spent €1.77 million on private investigators to examine legal claims against the State, with the work commissioned by the State Claims Agency, which paid out €388.58 million in damages in 2024.

The Irish government is facing criticism for its handling of the National Children's Hospital project, with accusations that it treats the issue as 'someone else's problem'. The article also briefly touches on fuel excise cuts and a debate on fox hunting.

Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan announced that the Irish government will exclude applications predating 1922, the year of independence, from consideration for a Presidential pardon, citing significant challenges posed by such cases.

Human rights groups and the Bar of Ireland have expressed serious concerns regarding the Irish government's proposed changes to the judicial review process.

The Irish government has announced new measures aimed at tackling the rising costs of fuel, which are expected to lead to a fall in diesel and petrol prices for consumers and businesses.

The Irish Cabinet will be informed of plans to reduce bureaucratic hurdles for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in the defence sector, alongside a review of the Office of the Planning Regulator.

A Children’s Rights Alliance report has given the Irish Government a 'D grade' on social housing and other issues, stating that 'big ticket' promises for children have 'yet to materialise' almost 18 months after the election.

The Irish government has vowed to pursue the recovery of almost €90 million in overpayments made to workers during pandemic lockdowns, as new figures reveal the State has yet to fully recover the funds.

The Irish government is expected to reduce excise duty on fuel by up to a quarter next week, potentially lowering prices by nearly 33c per litre for one month, in an effort to alleviate the country's severe fuel crisis.

The Irish government has spent over €400,000 in the past two years on a campaign to attract construction workers back to Ireland. However, no metrics have been gathered to assess the campaign's effectiveness.

The Irish Housing Department's analysis advised the government that new rent regulations carried a 'significant' risk of evictions and would likely cause average rents to 'increase in the short term'.

The Irish Government is considering restoring a town council for Drogheda, with a decision expected within the next few months, as signaled by the Taoiseach.

CIÉ Tours repaid $4 million in Covid loans to the US government following a whistleblower complaint, as the company was deemed ineligible for the funds partly due to being owned by the Irish government.

A second Irish government charter flight has landed in Dublin, repatriating passengers from the Gulf region who expressed relief and praised the efforts of the Irish Embassy and UAE government for their safety and information.

EU member states are being encouraged to lower energy taxes where feasible, as oil and gas prices have surged across the bloc due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

An opinion piece by Fionnán Sheahan questions how the 'Ballymagash Coalition' (referring to the Irish government) will cope when an energy crisis hits the country.

The Irish government has chartered its first flight to repatriate Irish citizens stranded in the Middle East, with the flight scheduled to depart from Oman to Dublin.

Former EU Commissioner Phil Hogan has received the Irish government's endorsement for a significant role within the United Nations.

Former EU Commissioner Phil Hogan has been nominated by the Irish Government as Ireland’s candidate for the next Director-General of the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO).

A new government code in Ireland will require motor insurers to provide explanations to policyholders for any increases in their premiums.

The Irish Government has requested reports from the Health Service Executive (HSE) concerning each individual case study highlighted in the recent RTÉ Investigates series on psychiatric care.

Warnings have been issued within the Irish government regarding the potential high costs of what is likely to be the country's largest redress scheme in history, despite apologies becoming more frequent.

Tánaiste Simon Harris stated that the Irish Government "got it wrong" regarding a review of how Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) are allocated in schools.

After a week of pauses and rollbacks, the Irish government now states no schools will lose Special Needs Assistants (SNAs) in September, but critics argue the problem is merely being postponed.

The Irish government plans to acquire the former International Rugby Experience property on O'Connell Street in Limerick, transforming it into a permanent 'women's museum'.

The Irish government has decided to allocate an additional €19 million to fund special needs assistants following a meeting of party leaders and ministers.

The Irish government is urgently working to enhance the country's maritime security in anticipation of hosting the presidency of the Council of the European Union this summer.

Roderic O’Gorman criticizes the Irish government's handling of fuel protesters and the carbon tax, arguing that concessions have set a dangerous precedent.

Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin is facing increasing pressure from TDs over the Irish government's handling of the ongoing fuel crisis.

The Irish government has announced the creation of 45 new special classes for the upcoming school year, including five inclusive special classes.

The Irish government intends to make the Public Services Card a form of identity, a move that has drawn "serious concern" from civil liberties and digital rights organizations.

A political blame game has erupted within the Irish coalition government concerning the controversial threat to deploy the Army to assist police in clearing port blockades.

A public inquiry into a controversial gold mine in Tyrone, Ireland, has reconvened after previous hearings were suspended due to the Irish Government not being notified about the inquiry.

Sinn Féin announced its intention to table a motion of no confidence in the Irish Government, citing its handling of fuel protests. The Social Democrats and Independent Ireland have also indicated they will support the motion.

A former Ceann Comhairle warned Irish leaders Micheál Martin and Simon Harris that their failure to adequately support the agricultural sector would lead to significant political repercussions.

An emergency meeting revealed grim scenarios the government is preparing for if fuel blockades persist, including a potential boil notice next week due to a lack of chemicals for water treatment.

The Irish government is expected to face significant pay demands from unions, particularly teachers, due to soaring inflation and an eight-month delay in paying promised allowances, which unions described as a 'massive breach of faith'.

The Irish government plans a new campaign to advise families on cutting energy use, including carpooling and doing laundry at night, in response to the ongoing Iran crisis.

The Irish government is set to introduce a new 7% tax on derelict properties, expected to affect up to 19,000 sites, as part of its strategy to increase housing supply.

The Irish government has made a policy U-turn, deciding to allow garden cabins to be used for a rent-a-room scheme, after previously pitching modular units for family members.

The Irish Government is examining new changes that could offer homeowners a €14,000 tax-free incentive for renting out newly-built modular units in their back gardens.

The Taoiseach has announced that a review of the directly elected mayor legislation will be conducted before the end of the year.

The Irish government is actively exploring ways to ban commercial sunbed use as part of its cancer prevention strategy, following two reports that highlighted the associated health risks.

Tánaiste Simon Harris stated that the Irish government is ready to be flexible and provide further supports if necessary, depending on the evolving situation in the Middle East.

The Irish government has announced emergency tax measures, including a 20c cut in excise duty on diesel and a 15c cut on petrol, to address rising fuel costs.

The Irish government announced it would slash taxes on petrol by 17 cents and diesel by 22 cents from midnight Tuesday for the next two months, in response to ongoing disruptions in global oil supplies and economic uncertainty.

The Irish government is set to confirm and introduce emergency fuel support measures at the weekly coalition leaders’ meeting.

The Irish State has announced its intention to pursue the recovery of nearly €90 million in overpayments made to workers during pandemic lockdowns, according to new figures.

Sinn Féin has accused the Irish government of failing to act on surging fuel prices, describing it as a worsening crisis now in its third week.

Trump says US will retaliate if Iran attacks Qatar again; Irish Government finalising 'appropriate intervention' to rising fuel and energy prices

The Irish government is in the process of finalizing an 'appropriate intervention' to address the rising fuel and energy prices, according to the Tánaiste.

The Taoiseach has strongly suggested that the Irish Government will introduce supports to help with the cost of living, warning of 'second round inflationary impacts' stemming from the war in Iran.

A new draft Government policy in Ireland states that the costs of international protection are 'unsustainable' and that migration into the country must benefit the Irish people.

A study by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) indicates that cost-of-living measures implemented by the Irish Government last year successfully reduced the number of people at risk of poverty.

The Irish government plans to charter a flight to evacuate Irish citizens from Dubai on Wednesday, following disruptions that left many stranded.

The Irish government 'may well' take action regarding rising fuel prices but has no plans to cut the carbon tax, despite calls to reduce taxes and excise duties on motor fuel.

Two years after its proposal, the Irish government has not yet commenced a compensation law for unduly delayed trials. A recent report highlighted that Irish courts are the slowest in the EU at hearing and deciding cases.

The Irish Government has decided to grant Gabriel Makhlouf a second term as governor of the Central Bank of Ireland.

The Irish government is exploring chartering flights to evacuate Irish citizens stranded in the Middle East, while the Taoiseach has asked the consumer authority to investigate potential fuel 'price gouging'.

The Irish Government has appointed facilitators to establish two public statutory inquiries: one into scoliosis and spina bifida care at Children's Health Ireland, and another into sexual abuse carried out by a former hospital consultant.

The Irish Government and Opposition are in conflict over anticipated 'eye-watering' rent increases resulting from proposed market reforms.

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald accused the Irish government of being 'found out' after the country's largest landlord predicted rent increases following upcoming policy changes, contradicting government assurances.

The Irish Government has issued a formal apology to survivors of institutional abuse, with Taoiseach Micheál Martin acknowledging the 'harrowing' experiences they endured.

The Irish Government has introduced a National Pilot Repair Voucher scheme as part of its newly unveiled Circular Economy Strategy, aiming to promote repair and reduce waste.

A columnist questions the Irish government's decision to potentially remove Special Needs Assistant (SNA) supports from schools while simultaneously introducing free hot lunches and schoolbooks for all primary children, arguing that essential services should not be sacrificed for 'nice-to-haves'.

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has criticized the Irish government's "cruel" method for reviewing the allocation of special needs assistants (SNAs) in schools and called for a reversal of the policy.

Businessman Denis O'Brien has accused the Irish government of being 'frozen' and criticized the civil service, urging business leaders to step up to realize Ireland's potential.