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Tuesday 29 September 2020
The Sinn Féin leader called for the government to reverse the reduction.
A party spokesperson said that the representatives will “co-operate with the investigation”.
Lee says he feels conflicted about the possibility of a Sinn Féin government but admits the party now has a mandate that deserves recognition.
DUP leader Arlene Foster welcomed the admission, which she said caused “deep hurt and anger”.
Nearly 1,500 confirmed cases have been linked to 28 meat factory outbreaks.
Meanwhile, the Football Association of Ireland have confirmed they are in discussions around the latest Covid-19 guidelines.
Strict new Covid-19 measures have been announced for the two counties – here’s what you need to know.
Sinn Fein TD Darren O’Rourke said he understood Adams spoke to the witness after Detective Inspector Pat Marry went to the former leader for help.
Mr Justice McAlinden said the position taken by the Deputy First Minister is ‘fundamentally inappropriate’.
Jennifer McNern is taking a judicial review case against the Northern Ireland Executive.
Meat plants accused of ‘union-busting tactics’ by a trade union representative.
The High Court legal proceedings were issued yesterday.
West Belfast MP Paul Maskey criticised those responsible.
Sinn Féin TD Eoin Ó Broin says the new government has already reneged on its promises in relation to housing.
Since March, nearly 80,000 mortgage-holders impacted by the pandemic have taken payment breaks.
Gabriel Makhlouf was addressing the Special Dáil Committee on Covid-19 this morning.
Paddy Holohan was suspended from the party for five months for comments described as “offensive” on his podcast.
Mick Mulvaney said that the Northern Irish parties had all worked well together.
Michelle O’Neill was criticised after attending a service for the former IRA prisoner this week.
Police are investigating potential breaches of lockdown rules at the funeral.
Louise O’Reilly moving from the health brief is the biggest change to the party’s Dáil lineup.
The Sinn Féin TD said he believes the senior republican’s funeral is now being politicised.
Politicians in Northern Ireland criticised the large crowds who gathered for the funeral, despite pandemic restrictions.
Holohan made what were described as “offensive” comments in his podcast earlier this year.
The party reinstated Paddy Holohan following a five-month suspension.
Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan has announced a review of the Offences Against the State Act.
Postal votes on the programme for government will be counted on Friday.
The scheme would also see every child receiving a voucher worth €100.
The former Sinn Féin chairman was aged in his mid 60s and had been unwell for a period of time.
It comes as Leo Varadkar, Micheal Martin and Eamon Ryan signed an agreement to form a coalition.
Sinn Fein call for €2m rescue package from Government to save the League of Ireland.
The motion doesn’t impact or change Northern Ireland’s abortion legislation.
The motion “rejects the imposition of abortion legislation which extends to all non-fatal disabilities, including Down’s syndrome”.
A new Employment Regulation Order for contract cleaners was delayed by the Covid-19 outbreak.
Opposition parties and trade unions have made strong statements in recent weeks against possible public spending cuts.
The party’s education spokesperson says the uncertainty is causing stress for students and parents.
The party leader revealed on 14 April that she had been diagnosed with Covid-19.
Micheál Martin has defended the policy framework document.
McDonald developed post-viral pleurisy in her right lung over the weekend.
Leo Varadkar and Micheál Martin are due to meet today to discuss the framework document for government.
ENGLAND HAS INTRODUCED new rules that could see people receive fines of up to £10,000 if they fail to self-isolate.
This means that anyone who has tested positive or has been a close contact of a Covid-19 case and fails to quarantine could receive a hefty penalty.
There have been some calls for a similar system here too, to prevent the spread of the virus and to stop any flouting of rules.
So today we want to know: Should people who fail to self-isolate be fined?
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Sinn Féin MLA apologises following criticism for 'disgusting' comments on Troubles victims pension
Martina Anderson said the money was mainly for “those who fought Britain’s dirty war in Ireland”.
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