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Politics

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Government aims for new short-term let rules to be up and running by summer 2024
Ireland considered making 21 age of consent for gay people when decriminalising homosexuality
One 1993 document noted that moving from “criminalisation to equality might be too major a change at one go”.
The age of consent for heterosexual intercourse at the time was, and still is, 17 years old
21 was described as "probably the age most acceptable to those who do not want decriminalisation but recognise that there is no choice"
However, if 21 was chosen, "there would be an attempt to portray this country as backward", officials warned
Sinn Féin in govt would be 'dragged' by the far-left into irresponsible positions, Tánaiste says
US launches airstrikes on militia groups in Iraq after attack on troops
'Not going to be like the UK one': Donnelly expecting different tone to Ireland's Covid inquiry
Gerry Adams has no intention of running for Áras an Uachtaráin, says McDonald
Taoiseach: Government has a big job to do in 2024 as far-right myths gain traction
McDonald not in favour of boycotting St Patrick's Day White House over US Middle East policy
Boycotting the Eurovision over Israel's involvement would alienate people, says Taoiseach
One Dublin cafe is taking a fresh approach to helping people in housing and food insecurity
Taoiseach and Tánaiste both express concerns over X after report on how it moderates content
UN-led peace process announces Yemeni warring factions agree to ceasefire
Debunked: Dublin City Council did not rename 'Winter Lights' to avoid mentioning Christmas
US Supreme Court declines to fast-track Trump's claim he is immune from prosecution
Interview: O'Gorman says blockades of asylum seeker accommodation should not be tolerated
The Integration Minister said he regretted government did not act faster to resource communication with local communities.
McDonald on Sinn Féin's recent drop in opinion polls: 'We always need to assess performance'
Cameras to be rolled out in bus lanes next year in bid to tackle speed and misuse
Ivana Bacik ‘very concerned’ Labour won’t be able to support a yes vote in care referendum
UN Security Council passes resolution for acceleration of aid into Gaza after days of negotiations
It comes after the UN warned that the entire population of Gaza faces “an imminent risk of famine”.
Donald Trump recorded pressuring election officials not to certify 2020 vote, report says
More 'blitz clinics' needed as minister says hospital waiting lists will continue to fall
'Vital' addiction support service in Dublin to remain open after campaign by staff and locals
Boosting staff numbers in community teams for children with disabilities 'top priority', says minister
Audio reveals Donald Trump pushed two officials against certifying Michigan vote
Public transport workers in Northern Ireland stage further strike today
'Mobility hubs' to be rolled out across three Irish cities next year with car sharing facilities
CAMHS refusing to treat girl with suicidal thoughts shows 'autistic children are being failed'
The child’s GP had referred them over increasing anxiety, and suicidal ideation.
Israeli army bombs scores of targets in Gaza as diplomats press on with efforts to halt fighting
As places for people to go continues to shrink, international outrage has mounted over the rising death toll.
Household energy prices to 'fall significantly' in first half of next year, Eamon Ryan says
Northern Ireland minister can't 'rule out any consequences' over Irish Legacy Act challenge
Argentina's new leader Javier Milei orders major deregulation of struggling economy
Taoiseach was 'suspicious immediately' of prank by two Russian comedians but had to play along
GP centre won't prescribe 'highly addictive' painkillers due to concerns over illegal drug trade
There have been growing concerns in recent weeks about the sale of opioids and other powerful painkillers.
A GP centre in Dublin is refusing to prescribe powerful painkillers like Oxycontin or "highly addictive" benzodiazepines
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly said prescription medications often end up being sold on the street
Benzodiazepines are generally prescribed to treat anxiety, sleep disorders and seizures
Taoiseach: Banks would 'think twice' about new mortgages if Dublin house prices lowered to €300k
No public sector pay deal before Christmas after talks break down
Minister says gardaí were told in advance that asylum seekers would be housed in Galway hotel
President Michael D Higgins thanks migrants who ‘enrich our culture’ in Christmas message
Leo Varadkar falls victim to a prank by two Russian comedians
16 candidates file to run for Russia's presidency next year, officials say
Tánaiste says 'no easy answers' to immigration question, but 'no one can take law into their own hands'