Labour Party education spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin called the reforms “a missed opportunity”.

Art O’Leary, chief executive officer of the Electoral Commission joins us explain how the changes were decided on and what factors were taken into consideration. We’re also joined by our Political Reporter Jane Matthews, Deputy Editor Christine Bohan, and Assistant News Editor Rónán Duffy to dissect the results and take a look at the political ramifications.

Three opposition candidates had been prevented from participating in neighborhood assemblies, the group claimed.

The practice involves handcuffs, or devices and garments that stop a person moving.

The plan is to keep non-violent offenders out of prison to reduce overcrowding.

Ministers have given their formal support to 10 key recommendations set out in a fan-led review launched after last year’s failed European Super League project.

The newly assembled group will be asked to come up with fresh recommendations ahead of the Association’s Central Council.

The announcement follows Joel Glazer’s participation in a fans forum.

The FAI are facing a crucial vote on reforms later this month to escape insolvency, but some members claim the Association is losing its ‘sovereignty’.

The Imigration Council of Ireland said the whole system needs an overhaul.

Stephen Kenny has been appointed International Football Director, having said last week he would not have a title.

Four key roles are being advertised within the Association this week, with Niall Quinn believed to be in the mix for a position.

In spite of the importance of the State aid, there is opposition to certain reforms among some voting Council members.

A fourth external board member will be appointed in the coming weeks.

The arrival of four external members to the football body’s board has been made a priority by sports minister Shane Ross.

TV Executive and Cabinteely chairman Larry Bass is optimistic about the future of the FAI and a possible all-island league.

The Group are no longer involved in the FAI-organised process of reform, but remain open to working with clubs on a ‘ better future for the League of Ireland.’

The government has asked the Policing Authority to nominate a person for appointment to the position.

Incumbent Noel Fitzroy dramatically withdrew his nomination for Vice-President to avoid ‘further crisis’ at the Association.

According to the New York Times, Nike plans to waive performance-pay reductions for 12 months for athletes who decide to have a baby.

The Association of Garda Superintendents said its members have been at the fore in reform and want to be part of the modernisation of the force.

As part of the changes, the theatre has committed to a review of all pay rates, with any amendments to be implemented in 2020.

The government is increasing funding for GPs in exchange for reforms and changes to the services they provide.

Putin suggested raising the state pension age by five years to 60 years for women, instead of the earlier proposed eight years to 63.

The contract also includes the provision of training for staff who will be using the system.

May has responded to those calls by saying that the issue is for the North to decide.

The 70-year-old is expected to become Prime Minister.

It’s been five years since Ireland voted to keep the Seanad in a referendum, but not much has changed since.

The government has also announced a new “total contributions approach” to pensions from 2020.

The chair of the Commission on the Future of Policing in Ireland said she and her colleagues had heard some heart wrenching stories from members of the public.

Nóirín O’Sullivan announced her retirement from the Gardaí in September following months of calls for her resignation.

Part of the reason is to avoid internal discord affecting certain clubs once the season is off and running.

A change in prison rules looks at the “meaningful human contact” prisoners get when out of their cells.

Dublin inflicted a 31-point hammering on Westmeath to revive talk of second tier championships.