Marc MacSharry has made the first safety objections to the vehicles being tested on public roads

In the aftermath of the Dara Murphy Dáil expenses controversy, the Taoiseach has resolved to reform the current system, but it will take time to earn back the public’s trust in politicians

The bitter contest for the constituency is regarded by most as the ultimate ‘green versus orange’ sectarian headcount – and it’s likely to be tight

Government does not believe a referendum to unite the country would be successful

Brexit has helped keep Fine Gael in power for four years, and should it actually take place by late January, a February general election here is a real possibility

SFPA staff are angered by what they see as a leadership that has ‘lost the dressing-room’

Proposed buildings would be ‘totally at odds with the low density community’, say objectors

Legislation must be amended to take gravity of crime into account

October‘s Budget failed to cover cost of increase in free TV licences, says national broadcaster

The Oireachtas plans to hire in more outside expertise for future capital projects in the wake of last week‘s €1.8 million blunder – but does this simply mean there will be someone to blame when things go wrong?

Data commission probe leads to shutdown of cameras that can detect stolen and untaxed cars

Despite fears raised over gambling addiction levels, the maximum payout is to rise 800-fold

Bank of China wants former taoiseach to take up position at stockbroking firm after takeover

The Travel and Accommodation allowance is being treated as part of TDs’ core salary when it is in fact an allowance, says TD Paul Murphy

Former president speaks at event to mark 100 years since women were permitted to practice law

High-profile Fine Gael candidate Verona Murphy beaten in Wexford, while Greens come first in Fingal

Fine Gael’s Dara Murphy attended only 42 of 104 sitting days in the Dáil while drawing a full salary