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The government is expected to push forward its plan to allow Michael Lowry’s Regional Independent group to operate as a “hybrid” technical group spanning both the government and opposition. The proposal is set to be presented at the Dáil reform committee meeting on Tuesday, despite strong opposition from rival parties. During a five-hour meeting on Friday, no resolution was reached …

The ongoing dispute over speaking rights in the Dáil remains unresolved, with Sinn Féin TD David Cullinane emphasizing that opposition members cannot compromise on the issue. His comments come as Government TDs prepare to push forward a proposal at Tuesday’s Dáil reform committee that would allow the Regional Independent technical group to function as a “hybrid” group with a presence …

The Dáil reform committee deliberates this afternoon in an attempt to reach some resolution to the continuing dispute over whether a group, such as the Regional Independents, can be aligned with both the Government and the opposition. Opposition parties have written in to say they will only accept a new technical group involving Michael Lowry if it is officially part …

Anticipation is growing within Leinster House as the Cabinet prepares to meet this afternoon, where the selection of new ministers of state will be officially announced. With speculation mounting, both Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil members are closely watching to see who will secure key positions in the expanded junior ministerial lineup. Among Fine Gael representatives, Dublin South-West TD Colm …

The Programme for Government has been formally approved by the Cabinet following its meeting at Áras an Uachtaráin last night. During the meeting, the Taoiseach Micheál Martin spoke to the media about the key areas the government is concerned with: infrastructure, housing, climate action, public services, and the economy. He updated on the expected impact of Storm Éowyn and what …

Dáil Elects Micheál Martin as Taoiseach: Ireland into New Era Micheál Martin has just been formally elected Taoiseach in this pivotal Irish political moment. The result comes after weeks of negotiations and deals between different parties that have finally led to the historic coalition government of Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and the Green Party. This is a very unique alliance …

Education Minister Norma Foley has stated that Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael negotiators are fully committed to establishing a government by January 22. As part of the Fianna Fáil negotiation team, Foley emphasized that there is a strong resolve to create a sustainable five-year government program. Speaking on RTÉ’s Saturday with Colm Ó Mongáin, Foley expressed the team’s determination to …

The Social Democrats will not participate in the formation of the next government, according to deputy leader Cian O’Callaghan. Following a meeting of the parliamentary party, O’Callaghan stated that Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael had not committed to the Social Democrats’ key priorities. These priorities include delivering 50,000 affordable homes, fully implementing Sláintecare, appointing a senior minister for disability, ensuring …

Negotiations between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael on forming a Programme for Government have resumed, with both parties aiming to establish an administration before the Dáil reconvenes on January 22. Meanwhile, the Regional Independent Group is set to meet today to finalize its team for upcoming discussions on government formation. So far, these negotiations have taken place away from the …

Independent TDs who are expected to support the upcoming government may not receive a full Cabinet position and might have to accept a super junior role instead. Following the election of Verona Murphy as Ceann Comhairle, there is some hesitation within Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael about offering a senior Cabinet position to an Independent TD. Seán Canney and Noel …