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Tuesday 27 October 2020
Its communications strategy has been a mess at a crucial time for public health, Brexit and the economy, writes Clonan.
Sinn Féin TD Eoin Ó Broin says the new government has already reneged on its promises in relation to housing.
Cycling advocate Martina Callanan says now is the time to embrace cycling as the answer to so many modern lifestyle problems.
Members of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and the Green Party are currently voting on a proposed programme for government.
The Green Party MEP says, ‘When the planet is burning, it is not a time to argue over the colour of the fire engine.’
RISE TD Paul Murphy says, ‘By going into government, your party is signing up to significant concessions’.
The programme will now have to be voted on by the parties’ members.
Barrister Hugh O’Donnell says ministers still holding power despite losing their seats is untenable in the long run.
Fine Gael accused some Fianna Fáil TDs of “damaging” the talks process at the weekend.
Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil are a step closer to forming a government together following a joint statement this evening.
Lise Hand says Labour members hoping the leadership race would revive the party must be wondering if they accidentally ran over a family of black cats.
Jan O’Sullivan said that the Greens needed to ‘tie down’ any commitments from the two parties.
A new opinion poll puts the party’s support at 35%.
She also described a comment about the Greens as being “Fine Gael bikes” was “lighthearted”.
A status quo government is unlikely to represent the need for change, writes Dr Rory Hearne.
The prospect of another election this year hasn’t dissipated.
The tánaiste was speaking in Brussels at an EU special summit.
Lise Hand was at the Sinn Féin rally in Cork last night, the first in a series planned for this week.
Sinn Féin meetings are planned across the country in the coming weeks.
We get you up to speed with what exactly is happening.
TDs yesterday failed to elect a new Taoiseach on the first day of the 33rd Dáil.
The vote for a new chieftan had none of the usual frisson of anxiety and anticipation, writes Lise Hand.
Martin says he has written to Mary Lou McDonald explaining why Fianna Fáil won’t go into coalition with Sinn Féin.
Pearse Doherty hit out against Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael for refusing to engage with Sinn Féin.
The party will discuss with government officials how its commitments on housing, health, and preparing for Irish unity can be delivered.
Leo Varadkar last night said his party is “preparing to go into opposition”.
The party held its first parliamentary party meeting since the election today.
Social Democrats TD Catherine Murphy is not ruling herself out of the running for Ceann Comhairle.
The Sinn Féin leader said talks will intensify with smaller parties this week in a bid to form a left-leaning government.
The party’s 35 TDs will meet today following one of its worst general election performances ever.
It must be still fresh in your head, mustn’t it?
The former Taoiseach predicted a new government won’t be formed by the end of March.
With 12 TDs elected last week, the Green Party is now the fourth biggest party in the Dáil.
When a sitting Councillor is elected to Dáil Eireann what’s known as a “casual vacancy” arises.
The Social Democrats jumped from two TDs to six in the general election.
Unionists and nationalists all agree that Sinn Féin is a powerful electoral force.
Test yourself (quickly, before another election is called).
Darragh O’Brien (FF), Louise O’Reilly (SF) and Helen McEntee (FG) clashed on the airwaves this afternoon.
With 12 TDs, the Green Party is now the fourth biggest party in the Dáil.
If you spot a poster around your area after today, contact your local authority.
LIKE ALMOST EVERYTHING this year, Halloween in 2020 will be a bit different from usual.
Large scale fancy-dress parties shouldn’t be happening under Level 5.
One thing we can still do, however, is watch some horror films.
There’s plenty to choose from ranging between the child-friendly to the very scary ones available on streaming platforms and set to be shown on TV in the coming days.
So, this morning we’re asking you: Do you plan to watch some horror films this Halloween?
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