# Coalition

Last month

September 2023

Eamon Ryan claims Green Party is the 'most effective' junior coalition partner in Irish history

Ryan told his colleagues at the party’s think-in that the Greens have “learnt from the past” and are determined to play a “decisive role”.

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Sep 15th 2023, 5:19 PM

This year

2023

# Abortion

Despite a free vote, no FF TDs and just one FG TD voted in favour of PBP's abortion bill

The spotlight will be on the soldiers of destiny as to whether they have learned lessons from the past.

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Jun 1st 2023, 2:46 PM

# tensions

Harris calls for ‘everyone to take a bit of a deep breath’ over rows with coalition over budget

His comments come after Fine Gael ministers of state called for a tax cut of €1,000 for full-time workers earning €52,000.

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May 29th 2023, 5:36 PM

# Coalition

'It's pure electioneering': Barry Cowen hits out at Fine Gael

Cowen was responding to comments made by the Taoiseach yesterday.

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May 28th 2023, 4:23 PM

# Coalition

'Being in coalition doesn't mean we're the same': Coveney on FG-FF tensions

Tánaiste Micheál Martin labelled recent Fine Gael suggestions “unhelpful”.

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May 25th 2023, 10:14 AM

# Under Pressure

Cabinet agrees counter measures to Sinn Féin's eviction ban motion

It’s in response to a Sinn Féin motion to extend the eviction ban that will be debated in the Dáil later today and voted on tomorrow.

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Mar 21st 2023, 2:00 PM

# Green Party

Neasa Hourigan says she will vote against the coalition on extending the eviction ban

Hourigan has previously been suspended from the party for voting with the opposition.

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Mar 19th 2023, 3:29 PM

Last year

2022

# omicron

Ireland ranked highest in Europe for boosters as elective care may be cancelled due to Covid

Strict close contact rules and the prevalence of Covid-19 have caused worker shortages in some sectors.

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Jan 4th 2022, 7:45 PM

All time

# Israel

Profile: The hard-right tech millionaire who's just taken over as Israeli prime minister

Naftali Bennett, a 49-year-old former Israeli Special Forces soldier and hardliner was declared the new prime minister last night.

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Jun 14th 2021, 7:39 AM

# Your Say

Poll: Do you think the new government is doing a good job so far?

Have your say.

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Jul 23rd 2020, 8:21 AM

# Coalition

Éamon Ó Cuív and Saoirse McHugh say they won't back programme for government

Ó Cuív said he “seriously” fears for the future of Fianna Fáil.

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Jun 16th 2020, 11:18 AM

# Coalition

After weekend row, Varadkar, Martin and Ryan sat down for talks on government formation today

Fine Gael accused some Fianna Fáil TDs of “damaging” the talks process at the weekend.

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May 18th 2020, 3:05 PM

# government formation

Green Party will enter coalition talks with Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil

The leaders of FG and FF have both welcomed this development.

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May 3rd 2020, 8:14 PM

# Government talks

'More urgency needed' to form government as two Covid-19 supports require legislation

Leo Varadkar said that we could have a new government in June.

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May 2nd 2020, 2:15 PM

# national unity

Green Party rules out FG/FF coalition, calls for national unity government to tackle coronavirus

The Green’s 12 TDs met today to discuss their options for building a coalition.

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Mar 11th 2020, 5:21 PM

# Coalition

'We need a government': Covid-19 brings 'urgency' to FF-FG government talks

Michael McGrath says ‘a government with authority, with a mandate’ is needed.

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Mar 11th 2020, 9:02 AM

# Coalition talks

'Discussion about the potential for a government of change': Mary Lou McDonald meets with Green Party and People Before Profit

She will meet with the Social Democrats tomorrow.

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Feb 12th 2020, 2:00 PM

# Get in Formation

FF finds itself between a rock and a hard place as all eyes turn to coalition talks

Martin does not have to consult the membership to enter talks with Sinn Féin.

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Feb 11th 2020, 7:00 AM

# seat projection

What are the coalition options for the next government, and what are the leaders' stances?

For the first time ever, combined Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael seats may not make up a Dáil majority.

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Feb 10th 2020, 9:31 AM

# No talks

'It's not a normal party': Leo Varadkar rules out post-election coalition with Sinn Féin

The taoiseach said that it was a ‘principled’ position.

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Jan 21st 2020, 2:25 PM

# islamic state

US-led coalition starts withdrawing from Syria amid fears about Isis rebuilding

Donald Trump announced plans to withdraw troops last month.

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Jan 11th 2019, 10:57 AM

# humanitarian disaster

Explainer: 13 million people are facing starvation in Yemen. Why?

Six years of near-constant fighting in the Gulf state have brought the already-impoverished country to its knees.

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Oct 15th 2018, 1:21 PM

# slap on the wrist

'It was not an appropriate comment to make': Minister slapped down for comments about coalition with Sinn Féin

Junior Minister Jim Daly said he has “no ideological objection” to Sinn Fein being in government with Fine Gael.

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Apr 11th 2018, 7:15 PM

# Breakthrough

Germany's Social Democrats clear path for Merkel's fourth term

Merkel has been leading Germany for 12 years.

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Mar 4th 2018, 10:22 AM

# bunde-snag

Angela Merkel looked a dead cert to lead Germany again but she's now fighting for her political life

“As chancellor… I will do everything to ensure that this country comes out well through this difficult time.”

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Nov 20th 2017, 5:31 PM

# ff ard fheis

Chances of a Sinn Féin and Fianna Fáil government just got a lot smaller

TD Shane Cassells said people shouldn’t be fooled by Gerry Adams’ ‘cuddly’ tweets.

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Oct 13th 2017, 10:05 PM

# on thin ice

Iceland's government collapses after PM's father vouches for paedophile

The convicted sex offender was applying for “restored honour”, or a legal clean slate.

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Sep 15th 2017, 12:53 PM

# United we stand

DUP signs £1 billion deal to prop up Theresa May's government

Jeremy Corbyn has questioned where the money is coming from.

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Jun 26th 2017, 5:10 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Would you like to see Labour back in government?

Is it time for a comeback?

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Apr 21st 2017, 8:46 AM

# Not happening

'Incompatible like oil and water': Fine Gael rules out Sinn Féin coalition

Enda Kenny came under fire this week after comments he made suggested he was opening the possibility of Fine Gael going into government with Sinn Féin.

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Jan 28th 2017, 1:55 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Should Fine Gael consider going into power with Sinn Féin?

Taoiseach Enda Kenny recently refused to rule out such a coalition.

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Jan 28th 2017, 9:31 AM

# Range Extenders

Here's how fighter jets refuel while bombing ISIS

The ability to extend the flying range of the fighter jets is crucial.

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Jan 1st 2017, 8:00 PM

# Air Strike

Russian army says US-led coalition has killed 60 Syrian soldiers in air strikes

The air strikes took place on forces surrounded by IS militants, the army said.

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Sep 17th 2016, 7:16 PM

# islamic state

Russia takes credit for killing "principal architect" of terrorist attacks against the West

Islamic State said that one of its main figures has been killed by a US airstrike.

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Aug 31st 2016, 2:58 PM

# Coalition

All smiles, but Australia's in political limbo after voters punish government

There could be a hung parliament thanks to how citizens chose to vote.

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Jul 3rd 2016, 12:19 PM

# day 50

Talks latest: Labour could go back into government with Fine Gael

The party has said that it is one of three options being considered.

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Apr 16th 2016, 1:17 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Do you think Fianna Fáil should take Fine Gael up on its offer of government?

It’s now 41 days since the country voted in the 2016 general election.

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Apr 7th 2016, 9:38 AM

# endapendents

The Neverending Story: The big two are still trying to cobble together a government

There has been a bit of movement from all parties in Leinster House this afternoon.

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Mar 22nd 2016, 6:45 PM

# the dance begins

The Independent Alliance had a "constructive" meeting with Enda

It comes ahead of the vote for Taoiseach next Thursday.

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Mar 4th 2016, 1:15 PM

# Weighing In

Bertie says 'no chance in hell' government will be formed before Easter

The former Fianna Fáil leader also reckons the party won’t do a deal with Fine Gael.

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Feb 29th 2016, 12:53 PM