The path to Ireland’s new government reaches its final stage today as Fine Gael’s parliamentary party prepares to vote on the draft programme for government, following Fianna Fáil’s strong endorsement yesterday at their special Ard Fheis in Dublin. Fine Gael TDs and senators will cast their ballots between 11am and 12pm at Leinster House, with … Read more
According to The Journal, a fresh Irish Times/Ipsos B&A poll shows Fine Gael maintaining its position as the potential largest party in the next Dáil, with newly appointed Taoiseach Simon Harris’s party commanding 25% of voter support. In a surprising twist, independent candidates have emerged as major players, seeing their support jump by four points … Read more
In a bid to make childcare more affordable for families, Fine Gael has announced a major new policy pledge ahead of the upcoming election. The party has committed to capping the cost of childcare at €200 per child per month, and €600 per family for households with more than three children. Speaking at the launch … Read more
Fine Gael has announced a comprehensive housing strategy that aims to tackle Ireland’s housing crisis through increased tax credits and support for frontline workers. The party’s new policy promises to construct over 300,000 homes by 2030, backed by a substantial €40 billion investment, including €10 billion from the Apple tax windfall. A key feature of … Read more
Five candidates are in the race to represent Fine Gael in the upcoming election for Cork South Central, following Simon Coveney’s decision to step down. The contenders include former MEP candidate John Mullins, Senator Jerry Buttimer, and councillors Shane O’Callaghan, Des Cahill, and Úna McCarthy. They will vie for the seat Mr. Coveney held for … Read more
For the first time since June 2021, Fine Gael has surpassed Sinn Féin to become Ireland’s most popular political party. The latest Business Post/Red C opinion poll shows Fine Gael, led by Prime Minister Simon Harris, holding 21% of public support, despite a 1% drop since the last survey. Sinn Féin, under opposition leader Mary … Read more
Counting of votes for Ireland’s local council elections is almost complete. Out of 949 seats, 826 have been declared. The ruling parties, Fianna Fail and Fine Gael, are performing strongly. Fianna Fail has secured 205 seats, and Fine Gael has won 215 seats. The Green Party, another member of the ruling coalition, has taken all … Read more
In a rare event, a father-son duo, who moved to Ireland nearly 24 years ago from Kerala, won seats from south Dublin region in local council polls held in Ireland on June 7. While Baby Pereppadan, who became the councillor for the third time, won from Tallaght South as a Fine Gael candidate, his son … Read more
Today, Ireland is holding three significant elections: local council, European Parliament, and, for the first time, the direct election of local mayors. Polls opened at 7 am, with outcomes expected to influence the political landscape. The elections occur during intense political and social discussions, including the resignation of Leo Varadkar, immigration issues, tensions with the … Read more
In a notable turn of events, Sinn Féin, Fine Gael, and the Greens have retracted their staunch anti-immigration positions amidst mounting public apprehension over the escalating refugee crisis. Recent polling by IrelandThinks/Sunday Independent indicates a surge in support for Sinn Féin, with the party’s popularity now standing at 29%, up by three points. Conversely, Fine … Read more
Dublin Airport, a central hub in Ireland, has made a significant departure from tradition by discontinuing the practice of having Catholic priests bless planes, aligning with government policies aimed at fostering secularism. This long-standing custom, a part of the airport’s Christmas tradition for over 75 years, has now been halted. In a country where 69% … Read more
Following the departure of Prime Minister Leo Varadkar, Higher Education Minister Simon Harris has been elected as the new leader of Fine Gael. With no opposing candidates and widespread support from party members, Harris’s ascension was virtually assured. Expressing his emotions on assuming leadership, Harris emphasized his commitment to seeing the current coalition government through … Read more
Indian-Origin Leo Varadkar has formally taken over as Ireland’s Taoiseach for the second time after receiving the seal of office from the President. In a rotation between his Fine Gael and Martin’s Fianna Fail parties that was unprecedented in Irish history, Varadkar took over as Taoiseach from Michael Martin. The two main parties in a … Read more
Sinn Fein continue to be the favourite political party of Irish people in a new poll as well. According to the poll conducted for the Sunday Times, Sinn Fein has the support of 37% people which is 16 points ahead than the rivals Fine Gael. Ruling party Fine Gael holds the support of 21% of … Read more
Sinn Féin once again topped the polls and became the most polpular political party among the people of the Republic of Ireland. The latest Sunday Times/Behaviour & Attitudes poll finds that Sinn Féin has a support of 33% of the people, which is a 3% increase from the last survey. But the ruling coalition’s Fine Gael … Read more