Michael McGrath: No decision made on future of universal social charge: Michael McGrath: No decision made on future of universal social charge: A comprehensive ...
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Final countdown: Inside the coalition’s priorities as Simon Harris takes office a year from election
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Simon Harris installed as Ireland's new prime minister, country's youngest-ever leader
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Quick Glance: Simon Harris Becomes Ireland's Youngest Prime Minister
- Simon Harris has been officially sworn in as Ireland's youngest prime minister, succeeding Leo Varadkar who abruptly stepped down last month. Harris, 37, took the helm of the ruling Fine Gael party but faces challenges as the party trails behind Sinn Fein in polls.
- A rapid riser in Ireland's political hierarchy, Harris has made a name for himself as Health Minister and most recently as Minister for Higher Education and Science. His political identity as a young politician has been marked by both supporters and critics, particularly standing out with younger voters and on social media platforms like TikTok.
- Varadkar's government grappled with challenges such as housing crisis and increasing immigration numbers. Harris inherits a tough political landscape, especially with upcoming elections until March 2025. The political landscape in Ireland has shifted, with Sinn Fein emerging as a rising political force, leading to a shift in the traditional party landscape.
- While Harris sees the idea of a potential reunification of Ireland as a legitimate aspiration, his focus remains on current challenges like housing crisis, rising cost of living, and immigration. Despite political changes and discussions about potential reunification, Ireland's future remains uncertain and complex.
All smiles as coalition moves to outflank Sinn Féin in twilight months: Government parties have regrouped following election of Simon Harris as Taoiseach
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Simon Harris pledges to fix housing ‘once and for all’ in first ardfheis speech as Fine Gael leader
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Bertie Ahern would have called election for June in Simon Harris’s position: Former taoiseach told reporters at Fianna Fáil ardfheis he believed Coalition would ...
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Simon Harris stands by claim that FG-led government will build 250,000 homes by 2030
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What Ireland Prime Minister Varadkar's Exit Means for Political Landscape: The sudden exit of Prime Minister Leo Varadkar leaves Ireland at a crossroads ...
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Paid articlePaid Bertie Ahern casts doubt on Fine Gael coalition claim as he refuses to rule out Áras bid
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Simon Harris to ask departing and 'crowd-drawing' TDs to play role in rejuvenating party
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Ireland set for its youngest ever prime minister after Simon Harris is elected leader of the Fine Gael party
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Quick Glance: Leo Varadkar: A Populist Who Struggled with Real People
- In May 2002, a young party activist analyzed the defeat of Fine Gael under Michael Noonan, emphasizing that none of the former leaders were the expected messiah for the party.
- Leo Varadkar's political legacy comprises valuable contributions, but he was never seen as a savior of the party. His ability to navigate contradictions made him a skilled politician, but he ultimately realized he couldn't balance on the political tightrope indefinitely.
- Varadkar was described as a politician who straddled conservatism and an increasingly progressive society. Despite his rapid rise in politics and popularity during crises, he struggled to address long-term challenges in areas like healthcare and housing.
- His popularity peaked during the Brexit crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, where he was seen as a unifying and authoritative leader. However, he failed to effectively tackle long-term structural issues in Ireland, especially in healthcare and housing, as his neoliberal views did not offer compelling solutions.
Simon Harris rules out coalition with Sinn Féin as he puts his name forward to be next FG leader and taoiseach
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'No one event, no one thing' behind decision to step down, says Varadkar
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Varadkar hasn’t decided if he will stand in next election: The taoiseach said he would make a decision in the next few months about whether to contest the next ...
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Taoiseach resignation not expected to trigger election: Follow developments live as they happen as Leo Varadkar announces he is to step down as Taoiseach and ...
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Fine Gael faces challenge as Cannon announces exit: Ten TDs elected for Fine Gael in the 2020 General Election have now announced that they are not going to ...
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Ireland Rejects Constitution Changes, Keeping ‘Women in the Home’ Language: Two proposed amendments, which voters considered on Friday, were intended to reflect ...
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Quick Glance: Varadkar Admits Defeat in Ireland's Referendum on Family, Women's Roles
- Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar announced that the referendum on redefining family and women's roles in the constitution has failed.
- The government backed the proposed changes, aiming to broaden the family definition and clarify women's duties in society.
- The two proposals sought to amend article 41 of the Irish constitution from 1937 to recognize and distribute the care provided by family members.
- The votes reflect Ireland's evolving identity and the diminishing influence of the once-dominant Roman Catholic Church in the country.
Simon Harris: Ireland’s new PM-in-waiting charts path forward amid political shifts
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Simon Coveney says he will run for Fine Gael again in next general election : Minister says make-up of the new Cabinet would be a matter for new party leader and ...
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Josepha Madigan resigns as junior minister and will not contest next election: In a statement today, Ms Madigan said she told Taoiseach Leo Varadkar of her plans ...
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Referendums No vote would be a 'setback for the country', Taoiseach says: Yes and No sides hold final press conferences ahead of Friday’s voting on the ...
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Analysis: Unknown Simon Harris has little time to make himself known in Brussels
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Paid articlePaid Big Read: Finger pointed at Leo Varadkar as blame game begins over ‘mishandled, poorly timed and confusing’ re
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Paid articlePaid Voters are being asked to change Ireland's Constitution which says a woman's place is in the home
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President Biden jabs election jokes at jam-packed Gridiron Club Dinner: President Joe Biden attended the annual Gridiron Club and Foundation Dinner this weekend ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Biden Criticizes Trump at Gridiron Dinner
- President Joe Biden jokingly compared himself to Trump, highlighting mental fitness at a Gridiron Club event.
- Biden warned of democracy threats by Trump and emphasized the importance of a free press.
- The dinner gathered political figures like VP Kamala Harris and foreign diplomats, fostering bipartisan engagement.
Explainer: Everything you need to know about the election of a new taoiseach: From Dáil speeches to presidential ceremonies and high political drama ...
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Government ‘defeated comprehensively’ in referenda – Taoiseach: Leo Varadkar said the Government had been given ‘two wallops’ by the electorate.
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Noelle O’Connell’s Diary: From election preparations to braving chilly Atlantic for first surf of the year
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'I want Wales to thrive.'Labour's Vaughan Gething has been formally elected as the new first minister for Wales, succeeding Mark Drakeford ... Show more news.sky.com/story/politics-latest-uk-politics-sunak-starmer-general-election-vote-labour-tories-speaker-sky-news-politics-hub-12593360
Pat Leahy: I’ve worked out when the general election is most likely to be: Two sets of political considerations will influence the decision: tactical and ...
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Once the fresh face of Irish politics, Prime Minister Leo Varadkar announces surprise resignation
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Paid articlePaid Taoiseach hints Dancing with the Stars winner is considering a move to politics: Varadkar ruled out ever taking part in the hit show himself
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Local and European elections to be held on Friday June 7: News from the Irish Examiner's team of reporters
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Irish voters reject constitutional referendums on women and the family: Government concedes defeat over proposals to redefine ‘family’ and scrap references to ...
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John Bruton: Former taoiseach dies after long illness: Mr Bruton was Taoiseach from 1994 to 1997 when he led a rainbow coalition government.
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Pat Leahy: Seven lessons for Leo Varadkar from the career of John Bruton: Don't always take the advice of officials' and don't play into your opponents' hands - ...
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Lucinda Creighton: Leo Varadkar’s drift from biggest EU political bloc is short-sighted
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Paid articlePaid Philip Ryan: How a Fine Gael candidate selection backfired – and why it could be the start of a difficult year
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Paid articlePaid Lucinda Creighton: Varadkar should end election chatter and commit to a full term
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Paid articlePaid Former Bord Gáis boss John Mullins brought in as Fine Gael’s election enforcer: John Mullins has long-standing association with party having worked alongside ...
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Paid articlePaid Phil Hogan: Economic and immigration pressures could force Leo Varadkar into June election
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Paid articlePaid RTÉ crisis: Plans to publish top ten earners last week were abandoned, and Taoiseach favours scrapping TV lice
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Taoiseach dismisses idea of ‘super-election’ in June: Comments come amid rising speculation of Autumn election
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Why wait to have the election in autumn if you can’t field your best team: Leo Varadkar and Micheál Martin risk losing their star players McGrath and Donohoe on ...
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Paid articlePaid Fine Gael TD Fergus O'Dowd to step down at next General Election: Mr O'Dowd has become the latest of several Fine Gael TDs who have announced the will be ...
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Taoiseach Leo Varadkar on speculation about an early election in 2024: Taoiseach Leo Varadkar on speculation about an early election in 2024.
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Rugby player and radio DJ in the mix for Fine Gael's local election ticket: Leo Varadkar told his party's special conference that 70% of Fine Gael's ...
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Michael McDowell: Prospect of an early election is looming large in the imaginations of many in Leinster House
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'Inevitable' Varadkar will leave politics if Fine Gael go into opposition, says senator
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Leo Varadkar will lead Fine Gael into next election, say TDs: It comes amid intense speculation around Leinster House in recent weeks over whether Mr Varadkar ...
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Mary Lou McDonald most popular choice for taoiseach, Irish Times poll finds: Four in ten voters want Sinn Féin in next Government, but party also faces most ...
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Quick Glance: Mary Lou McDonald tops poll as most popular choice for Taoiseach
- 32% of voters prefer Mary Lou McDonald as the next Taoiseach.
- Over 40% of voters want Sinn Féin to be part of the next government.
- 38% of voters believe it's time for radical change in the government's approach.
- 26% prioritize free GP care for all in the budget.
Diarmaid Ferriter: Leo Varadkar seems poised to channel his inner de Valera: How much political mileage is in the Government’s insistence that ‘the centre must ...
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Ivan Yates predicts Sinn Féin will win more than 70 seats in next general election
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Paid articlePaid 'Time to pass the baton': Former justice minister Charlie Flanagan will not contest next election
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Eamon Ryan advises Taoiseach against calling autumn 2024 election: Changes to constituency boundaries have left Ryan’s Green Party in difficulty facing into next ...
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Paid articlePaid Shane Coleman: Best days are over for Leo and his coalition as election looms: Our expectations have become unmanageable, but political parties over-promising to ...
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Paid articlePaid Sinn Féin going into government after next election is not a ‘slam dunk’ - Tánaiste
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Tadgh McNally: Poor turnout at Fine Gael think-in raises questions about Varadkar's support
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Leo's floral tribute to Mary Lou not a sign of coalition cosying: Niceties came to an abrupt halt with the Sinn Féin leader criticising the Government ...
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Fine Gael is not critically endangered, Taoiseach says on Fota trip: Mr Varadkar, who almost a decade ago said he planned to step down from politics by the time ...
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Varadkar: There’s a ‘very good chance’ the ruling coalition will be re-elected: News from the Irish Examiner's team of reporters
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Abolishing USC would ‘endanger public finances’, Taoiseach says: Leo Varadkar said his party’s commitment to abolish the USC in the 2016 general election was ...
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Paid articlePaid Varadkar: 'I'll keep paying my TV licence': Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said he hopes the Government will again look at restructuring and reorganising ...
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Varadkar’s FG leadership under threat from party’s ‘rudderless drift’: With persistent poor poll ratings, it now appears Fine Gael could change its leader before ...
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Varadkar still preferred leader among Fine Gael supporters: Good news for the Taoiseach as 52 per cent say they want him to lead the party into the next election ...
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Paid articlePaid Varadkar still preferred leader among Fine Gael supporters: Good news for the Taoiseach as 52 per cent say they want him to lead the party into the next election ...
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Paid articlePaid We need to talk about Leo: There is growing discontent in the Fine Gael ranks about the party’s performance un
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Paid articlePaid Fine Gael politician quits party: ‘We’re not looking after the people we’re supposed to be looking after’
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Varadkar 'not concerned' over loss of key FG colleagues: Taoiseach Leo Varadkar says he is "not the slightest bit concerned" that key party ...
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Michael Creed standing down at next election in further headache for Varadkar: The Cork North-West TD is the latest Fine Gael representative to announce his ...
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‘I will wait and see’ – potential blow for Fine Gael as Richard Bruton yet to make mind up about running at ne
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Ahern does not rule out Irish presidential bid as he warns against speculation: Speculation has circulated on what role the former Fianna Fáil leader would take ...
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Bertie Ahern denies he rejoined Fianna Fáil to run for president: 'At this stage, I have no thoughts about the next presidential election. I’m not ruling it out ...
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Mick Clifford: Why Bertie will never be president: There is only one issue in any race for the Áras and that is character
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Matt Cooper: Ahern versus Adams 2025 – potentially the presidential contest of the century
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Leo Varadkar’s team of city slickers will harm Fine Gael’s hopes of rural votes at election time
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Paid articlePaid Up to nine Fine Gael TDs expected not to run in next general election: Up to nine Fine Gael TDs expected not to run in next general election: A comprehensive ...
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