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Spouses and partners of employment permit holders will now be allowed to work in Ireland
Dutch far-right party leader Geert Wilders says deal reached on coalition but he won't be PM
Yesterday
14th May 2024
Taoiseach says plans to cut social welfare rates of some Ukrainian refugees is 'sensible'
It will not apply to Ukrainians living in pledged accommodation.
12-week lead-in time for streamlining of Ukrainian social welfare payments.
Review of benefits for international protection applicants to be completed within six weeks.
The Explainer: What is Ireland’s history with the European Union?
This week
12th May 2024 - 15th May 2024
Ireland is falling behind on what is needed to reach renewable targets, says climate council
Are young people really being pushed from Ireland's shore? We asked them (and everyone else)
8% of people aged between 18-34 years old have said they are actively planning to emigrate from Ireland.
What does the EU do? And what can it legislate and regulate?
Here are all the things that are in the EU’s exclusive remit to legislate and regulate.
Government reviewing benefit payments for asylum seekers with decision to come 'in weeks'
Last week
5th May 2024 - 11th May 2024
Ireland's housing market 'undermining' the country's competitiveness, Govt advisors warn
Pope urges Italians to have more babies to tackle low birth rate
Northern Ireland Economy Minister Conor Murphy steps down from role on medical grounds
Estimated crowd of over 1.5 million people turn out for free Madonna concert in Rio, Brazil
'Not a dancer, or a jockey, or a shock jock or a chancer': Barry Cowen on his bid for an MEP seat
This month
May 2024
Biden calls a number of Asian countries 'xenophobic', including allies Japan and India
Last month
April 2024
New prime minister named in Haiti amid hopes of quelling violence
Public has 'embraced' Re-turn scheme for bottles and cans, Smyth tells Climate Committee
Why did Scottish First Minister Yousaf resign and what's next for Scottish politics?
Mary Lou McDonald defends Sinn Féin's stance on 'open borders' following criticism
Harris does not intend to provide 'loophole' for UK's migration challenges after Sunak comments
Improvements in housing 'could've happened five years ago' if govt had been 'braver' - Varadkar
Haitian prime minister resigns as transitional council installed following months of violence
Macron warns 'mortal' Europe faces existential threat from Russian aggression
Debunked: Posts ‘as Gaeilge’ among more than 100 scam ads featuring presenter Bláthnaid Ní Chofaigh
Legislation that could see TikTok banned from US passes Congress
Psychosis team in Cork sees significant decrease in number of people using drugs and alcohol
It’s hoped that the RISE model can be replicated by other psychosis teams around the country.
Iran, Israel appear to pull back from brink as US approves military aid
Homeowners urged to pledge homes and offer a spare room to Ukrainian refugees
'Unlikely' law allowing nightclubs open later will be ready by summer, says Taoiseach
More than €1.2 million worth of drugs and retail goods seized by Revenue last week
Unions call for commitment to long-term future as Tara Mines to reopen after nine months
Harris' first EU Council: Taoiseach to urge leaders to use 'every lever' to bring about ceasefire
FF Budget promises: More energy credits and a €10 child benefit boost
Wild Atlantic Way worth €3 billion per year to the Irish economy, Fáilte Ireland says
'It's unbearable': Young Greeks speak out about lack of prospects 15 years after crisis
The Journal visited Athens in advance of the EU elections to find out how young people have fared in comparison to Ireland.
Peatlands conservation charity calls for end to sale of peat moss in shops and garden centres
Poll: Have you driven along the Wild Atlantic Way?
Israel bombs targets in Gaza as US says Rafah invasion not 'imminent'
Egypt is attempting to progress true talks as Israel insists it will invade Rafah.
The leaders of France, Egypt and Jordan warned Israel against the threatened offensive in Rafah, urging an “immediate” ceasefire.
Turkey has announced that it will impose trade restrictions on Israel from today until the country declares a ceasefire.
New payments for fodder transport announced in 'brutal year' for farming