As the election campaign progresses, political parties in Ireland are prioritizing the welfare of newborns and pensioners. Fine Gael leader Simon Harris plans to unveil policies in Kerry aimed at assisting older individuals, including enhancing the household benefits package. Fianna…
The latest episode of RTÉ’s podcast ‘Behind the Ballot’ features discussions on the rising bus transportation issues in Limerick, highlighting their impact on local politics. Hosts Fran McNulty, David McCullagh, and Katie Hannon reflect on Gerard Hutch’s candidacy submission in…
In the latest episode of RTÉ’s General Election podcast ‘Behind the Ballot,’ host Fran McNulty explores the bus issues dominating discussions in Limerick. Co-hosts David McCullagh and Katie Hannon reflect on a significant day in Dublin Central, featuring Gerard Hutch’s…
In the lead-up to Ireland’s General Election, political parties are promising to boost An Garda Síochána’s ranks, currently at 13,916. Fianna Fáil aims to recruit 5,000 over five years, while Sinn Féin plans to expand to 16,000 officers by opening…
People Before Profit-Solidarity launched its election manifesto ahead of Ireland’s General Election 2024, presenting a wide array of progressive policies. Key proposals include declaring a housing emergency, providing free childcare, and implementing a living wage of €15 per hour. The…
As the 2024 General Election approaches, health services remain a pressing issue for candidates and voters alike. Key topics include ongoing hospital overcrowding, with over 10,500 patients waiting for admission, and soaring waiting lists for outpatient care, affecting over 844,000…
Amidst a charged election season, Sinn Féin is pivoting its campaign focus to housing, highlighting a commitment to phase out popular government schemes like Help to Buy, which the party argues inflate property prices. Led by Mary Lou McDonald, Sinn…
Fine Gael is set to reveal its policy on child welfare, proposing a permanent double child benefit to help families with back-to-school costs. The initiative includes a Pay-Related Parents Benefit, capping childcare fees at €200 monthly per child, and expanding…
As campaigning for the General Election intensifies, the Green Party is set to release its manifesto, promising a €10 billion investment in public transport. This plan includes funding for major projects like Metrolink and Dart+, leveraging €7 billion from Apple’s…
Gerard Hutch, known as the Monk, has declared his intention to officially register as a candidate for the General Election, stating he is ‘100%’ committed to the run. Speaking at Dublin Airport, Hutch refrained from discussing policy but highlighted his…
Fianna Fáil has unveiled its election manifesto, pledging to raise the State pension to €350 weekly if re-elected. The party aims to increase core welfare rates, reduce childcare fees, decriminalize personal drug possession, and invest significantly in renewable energy to…
Ireland’s coalition government, formed in June 2020 after a fragmented election, faced unprecedented challenges, including the Covid-19 pandemic, a cost of living crisis, and the Ukraine war. Despite a rotating Taoiseach leadership between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael, public disagreements…
