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