Irish Refugee Council opposes controversial move saying stakeholders were not forewarned

Linda de Courcy took legal proceedings to try to stop a Dublin concert by controversial punk-rap duo

Social Democrats councillor Cat O’Driscoll says nobody came to her aid after random assault on Dorset Street

Minister argues increase is only way to tackle child poverty and support people with disabilities

Soldiers of Destiny leverage novice politician’s pristine GAA credentials in advance of television debate

Move intended to incentivise people who may not have international protection claim, to leave State voluntarily

Fianna Fáil candidate drew attention to white part of Tricolour, representing ‘inclusion, dignity and respect’

‘I believe she is a divisive person,’ says Senator as failed presidential contender accuses former ally of ignoring her

In an exclusive interview, the barrister, conservative campaigner and stay-at-home mother talks about falling short in her attempt to get her name on the presidential ballot

Fine Gael presidential candidate failed to back public inquiry campaign, says mother of Monaghan hit-and-run victim

Presidential candidate describes US as an ‘imperial power’ when questioned about Russian threat to Europe

Presidential election: conservative campaigner believes the establishment has locked her out of the contest

Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín says Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and others ‘pulled up the ladder’ to stop conservative from challenging them

As the deadline for nominations passed on Wednesday, three candidates emerged, all with the backing of major parties

But campaigner admits time running out to get 20 nominations needed from TDs, senators