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Politics

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The Morning Lead
Overhaul of mental health law which 'deprives people of liberty' may not happen before election
The long-awaited Mental Health Amendment Bill would bring about the largest overhaul of the State’s mental health laws in decades.
Mental Health Reform said the protracted delay in publishing the Mental Health Amendment Bill is "completely unacceptable"
The proposed legislation would strengthen regulation around people consenting to the type of treatment they receive
Fiona Anderson, a long-time activist, said patients like her need to have a greater say in their treatment
Órla Ryan
28 Jan 2024
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News Fix
Here's What Happened Today: Saturday
27 Jan 2024
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LARRY DONNELLY
It's clear Trump is the Republican nominee ... but Haley won’t quit
Larry Donnelly
27 Jan 2024
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Europe
Labour select Ó Ríordáin as Dublin candidate for European Parliament Elections
27 Jan 2024
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Gaza
Pressure mounts on Sinn Féin to boycott St Patrick's Day trip to Washington
27 Jan 2024
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Gaza
UN Security Council to meet after ICJ ruling on South Africa's case against Israel
Updated 27 Jan 2024
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Human Rights
Ukraine a priority for newly elected Council of Europe human rights commissioner Michael O'Flaherty
27 Jan 2024
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Local Elections
Fine Gael canvassers to get guidance on speaking about migration on the doorsteps
27 Jan 2024
15.1k
The Morning Lead
More than 5,000 applications for 535 cost-rental homes in Dublin and Kildare
Christina Finn
27 Jan 2024
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Federal Court
Donald Trump ordered to pay $83.3m in damages for defaming columnist while he was president
Updated 26 Jan 2024
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eurosong
'Same energy as Russia': Two of Ireland's Eurovision hopefuls say Israel should be cut from contest
One singer did not rule out boycotting the competition if Israel is not removed.
Jane Matthews
26 Jan 2024
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Edinburgh
Ex-Scottish PM Nicola Sturgeon called Boris Johnson a 'f**king clown', UK Covid inquiry hears
25 Jan 2024
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reception centres
Up to €10m extra 'social inclusion' funding signed off on for areas taking in asylum seekers
Updated 25 Jan 2024
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covid inquiry
Ireland's Covid-19 inquiry will involve a 'no-blame' approach
Updated 25 Jan 2024
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Housing
Nearly 33,000 homes delivered last year, uncertainty remains over social and affordable targets
Updated 25 Jan 2024
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assembly's final report
Ireland has 'once in a generation' chance to decriminalise personal drug use, Paul Reid says
A special Oireachtas committee will be established to examine the Citizens’ Assembly’s recommendations, Drugs Minister Hildegarde Naughton confirmed.
The Citizens' Assembly on Drug Use today published its final report
The document includes 36 recommendations to overhaul Ireland's drug policy and establish a more health-led approach
A special Oireachtas committee will be set up to examine the report and suggest new legislation
Órla Ryan
Updated 25 Jan 2024
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here we go
Voters warned to know fact from opinion as Electoral Commission kick starts referendum campaigns
25 Jan 2024
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Migration
FG politicians given international protection info sheet as Varadkar appeals for help setting out facts
25 Jan 2024
12.0k
Gaza
Cameron tells Netanyahu of need for two-state solution, warns of ‘unimaginable’ suffering in Gaza
25 Jan 2024
8.3k
Heather Humphreys
Social Protection Minister publishes Bill reforming child maintenance to benefit lone parents
25 Jan 2024
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The Morning Lead
Bus and rail fare increases in Cavan, Wicklow, Kildare and Meath slammed by TDs
Christina Finn
25 Jan 2024
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Care referendum
Labour to support a Yes vote in upcoming referendums after party's rewording not accepted
24 Jan 2024
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Strasbourg
Irishman Michael O'Flaherty elected as Council of Europe’s Commissioner for Human Rights
24 Jan 2024
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Israel
Interim ruling in ICJ Gaza genocide case due Friday as demonstration held outside Dáil
24 Jan 2024
8.1k
Asylum Seekers
Social welfare cut for new arrivals from Ukraine in State accommodation to take effect in February
Updated 24 Jan 2024
20.7k
Assisted Dying
Ex-medical doctor who was in Dublin for workshop on 'DIY deaths' spoke at Assisted Dying Committee
Philip Nitschke – dubbed Dr Death in a recent Sky News investigation – gave ‘expert testimony’ but the committee was not fully aware of a workshop he held in Dublin during the same trip to Ireland.
Eimer McAuley
24 Jan 2024
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Election time
Bríd Smith among 3 People Before Profit candidates announced for European elections
Updated 24 Jan 2024
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Trump's VP pick
Who could be Trump's running mate if/when he secures the Republican nomination?
After his win in the New Hampshire primary, it’s increasingly likely that Trump will face Biden in November.
24 Jan 2024
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RELATED
Explainer: Who is Nikki Haley - the 'last candidate standing' against Donald Trump in the primaries?
23 Jan 2024
toy show the musical
No record of RTÉ board approving Toy Show musical, report finds
24 Jan 2024
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US Election
Trump closer to presidential race against Biden as he wins New Hampshire Republican primary
In the Democratic primary, Biden won the state despite not being officially on the ballot.
24 Jan 2024
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FactCheck
Debunked: Hoax ads featuring Alastair Campbell on the Late Late Show have proliferated on X.com
24 Jan 2024
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The Morning Lead
Anti-European populist parties predicted to top polls in 9 EU states ahead of elections
A new report predicts there will be a “surge” in support for far-right or right-leaning parties during the European Elections.
Muiris O'Cearbhaill
24 Jan 2024
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us presidential race
New Hampshire voters cast ballots in presidential primary as Trump aims to see off final rival Nikki Haley
Updated 23 Jan 2024
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The North
New deadline for resurrecting Stormont powersharing set to be fixed for 8 February
Updated 23 Jan 2024
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17
Dollah bills
A 'right to pay with cash' at some businesses is likely to be mandated this year
23 Jan 2024
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47
O'Meara Case
State will legislate on pension entitlements for non-married couples, Minister says
23 Jan 2024
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PATENT-LY OBVIOUS
There's going to be ANOTHER referendum this year and it's on... patents
23 Jan 2024
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FactCheck
FactCheck: Could the 'women in the home' referendum erase all references to women in the Constitution?
23 Jan 2024
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Gaza
South Africa's genocide case against Israel is 'valid', Taoiseach says
Updated 23 Jan 2024
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Women in the Home
Sinn Féin says it will support a Yes vote in the upcoming referendums
23 Jan 2024
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