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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Harris faces uphill battle to secure Independents’ support in key taoiseach vote: Several Independent TDs who have previously supported the government have ...
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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.
Harris confirms Government plan to abandon ‘triple lock’ restriction on troops: ‘Absurd that Russia would effectively have veto’ on Irish peacekeeping ...
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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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‘No-show Taoiseach’: Harris lambasted for being ‘as láthair’ on first full day in office
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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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Bertie Ahern casts doubt on Fine Gael coalition claim as he refuses to rule out Áras bid
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Harris scraps difficult proposals for focused approach to childcare, farms and business
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Simon Harris adds support of five Independents, bolstering slim majority: Fine Gael members to gather for ardfheis ahead of leader’s expected confirmation as ...
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Simon Harris contacts Independent TDs seeking support for his nomination as Taoiseach
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Simon Harris to ask departing and 'crowd-drawing' TDs to play role in rejuvenating party
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Third Independent TD declares support for Simon Harris: A third Independent TD has announced that they will back Simon Harris to become Taoiseach in next ...
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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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Government examining payments to carers after referendum defeat - Varadkar : The taoiseach said that respite was ‘very deficient’ at the moment
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Leo Varadkar takes aim at Lisa Chambers over ‘no-no’ referendum vote: Taoiseach says he votes in line with how he campaigns
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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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Most independents say they won't vote for Harris: Just one of the Dáil's 22 Independent TDs said they were going to vote with the Coalition when Fine ...
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Leo Varadkar expected to announce resignation as leader of Fine Gael: The Taoiseach’s announcement is due this afternoon and comes after devastating referendum ...
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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.
Fergus Finlay: Keyboard 'heroes' have no understanding of good leadership
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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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No vote in care referendum would be a ‘retrograde step’ - Leo Varadkar: Taoiseach defended wording of care referendum following criticism that the wording of the ...
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Aidan Regan: Fine Gael’s centre-right politics is dead unless under-40s can own homes
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Government to introduce State contributory pension for carers: The Government is also looking at improving tax credits for stay-at-home parents
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Analysis: Unknown Simon Harris has little time to make himself known in Brussels
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Big Read: Finger pointed at Leo Varadkar as blame game begins over ‘mishandled, poorly timed and confusing’ re
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A look back at the weekend that was after two referendums on the definition of family and the role of care were comprehensively defeated ... Show more www.irishtimes.com/referendums/
Voters are being asked to change Ireland's Constitution which says a woman's place is in the home
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Coalition partners angered by Fianna Fáil distancing from referendum defeats: Fianna Fáil leader in the Seanad Lisa Chambers revealed that she had voted against ...
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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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Quick 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.
Referendum results ‘in the balance’ and turnout will matter, Varadkar says: Fine Gael leader said ‘decisions are made by those who turn up’ as he appealed for ...
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Support for referendums falling, says Aontú leader: The Taoiseach has said that the Constitution is not just a legal document but a statement of values.
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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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Ireland: Referendums on family and the role of women failed: The government wanted to modernize the constitution. The concept of family was to be expanded and ...
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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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Irish reject constitutional changes: Irish voters have rejected two constitutional amendments that would redefine the family and the role of women in a ...
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Fergus Finlay: Taoiseach and Tánaiste must make amends to people with disabilities
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Elaine Loughlin: What should have been a simple referendum vote has now become a confusing mess
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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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37-year-old Simon Harris will become Ireland’s youngest leader after winning a party vote.
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Once the fresh face of Irish politics, Prime Minister Leo Varadkar announces surprise resignation
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Leo Varadkar resigns following referendum defeat: The Taoiseach Leo Varadkar is to step down as Ireland's prime minister and as the leader of his party ...
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Gareth O'Callaghan: Government like a wayward horse that loses a jockey: This Government has made many mistakes but perhaps its biggest has been its failure ...
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Wording of both referendums 'weak' - Senator Mullen: Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said a yes vote in the upcoming referendums on family and care would ...
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Taoiseach says he does not consider himself to be ‘woke’: “Like, people who say they’re anti-woke just seem to be against whatever new idea or new concept is ...
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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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Referendum fallout: The 'deep disconnect' in Government: The last time people voted before the referendums was in the 2020 general election ...
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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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Peadar Tóibín and Michael McDowell had that ‘if they were ice-cream, they’d lick themselves’ look to them all week. And why not? They were a tiny minority in ... www.irishtimes.com/politics/2024/03/15/referendum-st-patricks-day-leo-varadkar-michael-mcdowell-peadar-toibin-limerick-mayor/
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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Ireland Back to home and hearth? Referendum on women's role and family failed - Tageblatt.lu
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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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Irish voters reject proposals to replace constitutional references; PM Leo Varadkar concedes defeat
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Lucinda Creighton: Leo Varadkar’s drift from biggest EU political bloc is short-sighted
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Philip Ryan: How a Fine Gael candidate selection backfired – and why it could be the start of a difficult year
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Northern Ireland Assembly set for return as MPs vote on Thursday on UK-DUP deal: Taoiseach Leo Varadkar says there will be ‘questions’ about the deal and its ...
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Lucinda Creighton: Varadkar should end election chatter and commit to a full term
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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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Phil Hogan: Economic and immigration pressures could force Leo Varadkar into June election
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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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Ireland to vote on valuing women outside ‘the home’: Twin referendums will modernize Ireland’s conservative Catholic constitution to remove sexist language on ...
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Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he will push back against any disinformation in the forthcoming referendum campaigns on women and the family ... Show more rte.ie/b/1420259
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