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Varadkar hopes UK election produces 'decisive' outcome
The Taoiseach said he’d be staying up late to watch the results roll in.
Irish Times ban remains as Communicorp invites The Currency back on air
Last month, Communicorp effectively banned journalists from The Currency appearing on the group’s stations.
Garda convicted of assaulting RTÉ cameraman during street protest
The incident occurred in February 2016.
Dáil passes Sinn Féin bill proposing immediate rent freeze
The Rent Freeze (Fair Rent) Bill 2019 was brought forward by Sinn Féin’s Eoin Ó Broin.
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Voters reportedly leaving queues, as long lines form at polling stations
“It’s about 20 times busier than it was in 2017.”
Mick Wallace agrees to give bank keys to Clontarf home after Christmas
The court earlier heard that Wallace threatened to burn down the property.
'Chronic pain is particularly acute for children': Issue of children's consultant stepping down raised in Dáil
The issue was raised by TD Dara Calleary in the Dail today.
Defence Forces assist gardaí in searches that uncover drugs and ammunition in Limerick
One of the operations took place on open ground in the small town of Cappamore.
'Treated like cattle': Justice Committee chair says 'profiteering' use of hotels for asylum seekers should end
The Justice Committee today launched its report into Direct Provision.
7 life-saving fire safety tips all parents should know, according to an expert
From avoiding electric fires to keeping lighters out of reach.
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Organic bottled infant milk recalled due to presence of fish
The product label did not declare that it contained fish.
'This is an everyday news story': Bertie Ahern talks about his role in Bougainville referendum
The former Fianna Fáil Taoiseach also said that he reckoned Boris Johnson would get an overall majority.
Investigation into how top prizes were not included in some National Lottery games being considered
Here’s what you need to know about top prizes not being included in some National Lottery games
Man who stabbed Japanese student in Dundalk found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity
The jury spent 24 minutes considering their verdicts.
Here's your guide to how TheJournal.ie will have you covered for the UK General Election
Our team will be working overnight to bring you all the latest updates and analysis in the UK’s momentous election.
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Filibustering of Judicial Appointments Bill 'led by lawyers' says Ross
The Bill passed in the Seanad by a slim margin of 25 votes to 23.
Direct Provision should be 'replaced' or 'fundamentally reformed', Justice Committee concludes
The committee heard from stakeholders in relation to Direct Provision over the summer.
Controlled explosion carried out at Scottish polling station, police say item was 'non-viable device'
The police said that it was a non-viable device.
'I don’t know does it make it more special, but it certainly makes it more worthwhile'
Tipperary’s Cathal Barrett is happy to put off-field incidents behind him after a difficult few years.
Rain, snow and below-freezing temperatures on the way
A Status Yellow wind warning has been issued for eight counties.
The Lambay black rat is now the only 'threatened' terrestrial mammal species in Ireland
There is better news for bats, squirrels and otters.
Lisa Chambers to be issued a warning for her involvement in 'Votegate'
A number of TDs have admitted to voting for a colleague in the Dail.
UK election: What are the possible outcomes for parliament?
The polls will stay open in the UK until 10pm tonight.
Horse dies after being struck by rush hour train in south Dublin
This morning’s incident resulted delays of up to 30 minutes to Irish Rail services.
'Children should not be driving these on public roads': Gardaí issue Christmas warning over scramblers
Gardaí said they will have a “visible presence” in certain locations over this issue at Christmas.
Shane Ross says government will 'look at' proposal to split FAI
A plan has been created by FAI members to split the organisation into two sections, the Irish Independent has reported.
Three people arrested over death of man found in burning car in Lucan last month
Wayne Whelan’s body was discovered in a burnt out car at Mount Andrew Court, Lucan on 18 November.
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Poll: Would you back a law that makes it a crime for politicians to lie?
A bill from a Welsh political party would make it an offence for elected politicians to lie.
Ireland's only children's pain consultant to step down due to clinic's lack of funding
Children and their families living with chronic pain and its wider impacts are now facing uncertainty about the future of their care.
Hyde Park bomb fitted with pieces of shrapnel by IRA 'to increase lethality' of device, court told
Four members of the Royal Household Cavalry were killed in the 1982 blast.
Gay Byrne, Brexit and Donald Trump: What people were talking about on Facebook in 2019
A list of the Instagram accounts with the most followers has also been released.
Israel's parliament paves way for third election in 12 months
Premier Benjamin Netanyahu and rival Benny Gantz have been unable to form a government.
Bodies set to be recovered from New Zealand volcano site tomorrow despite risk of eruption
Continuing volcanic activity since Monday’s eruption has prevented rescue services going to the island.
Column: It’s not so simple, Minister, the proposed rent freeze bill could work under the Constitution
David Kenny, Assistant Professor of Law at Trinity College, says Eoghan Murphy may be proven wrong on the rent freeze bill
Harvey Weinstein reaches $25 million settlement with dozens of women
Weinstein will not have to admit wrongdoing and the money will be paid by insurers for his former studio.
Businesses warned of new payroll scam targeting employee salaries during busy Christmas season
The Banking and Payment Federation Ireland also warned of scam invoices being sent to businesses.
Almost 800 people died from drug use in 2017, new figures show
A third of overdoses involved alcohol while more than half involved prescription drugs.
'Resilient' Ireland to see further economic growth next year but at a slower rate
Researchers say Ireland has held its own in the face of tensions between the UK and Europe, and China and the US.
What to look out for as the UK delivers an election verdict with Brexit on the horizon
The extended Brexit date of 31 January looms large over the election.
Yesterday’s News
Final countdown: On the doorsteps with the DUP and SDLP in one of the North's tightest races
The SDLP and the DUP are locked in a tight contest in Belfast South.
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Poll: Would you back a law that makes it a crime for politicians to lie?
THE LEADER OF a Welsh political party has published a new draft law that would make deliberate lying by politicians a criminal offence.
Adam Price, leader of Welsh party Plaid Cymru, has published the Elected Representatives (Prohibition of Deception) Bill.
This proposed legislation would see elected politicians face criminal charges if they misled the public on purpose.
The bill says: “It shall be an offence for an elected representative acting in their capacity, or an agent acting on their behalf, to make or publish a statement they know to be misleading, false or deceptive in a material particular.”
So, today we’re asking: Would you back a law that makes it a crime for politicians to lie?
Poll Results:
Yes (6417)
No (569)
I don't know/I've no opinion (136)
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Column: It’s not so simple, Minister, the proposed rent freeze bill could work under the Constitution
By David Kenny
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'Feeder school' league tables: Here's why they give parents a distorted view of what constitutes a decent school
By Barra Roantree and Selina McCoy
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