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Politics

Yesterday
15th July 2026
Bills removing guardianship rights from convicted killers and criminalising ‘sex for rent’ approved
Government's Occupied Territories Bill passes amid criticism over lack of ban on services
US launches new wave of strikes on Iran
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
Public register of those convicted of domestic violence is approved by Dáil
Dáil hears thousands of Ukrainians could be ‘turfed onto the streets’ as hosting payments to be cut
House prices rise at lowest annual level since early 2024
Mass in Dublin for Ann Widdecombe hears Ireland 'not immune' to violence against politicians
Several politicians and TDs attended a mass today for the late Ann Widdecombe in St Teresa’s Church on Clarendon Street in Dublin city centre.
Starmer pledges 'wholehearted support' for successor Andy Burnham as he signs off final PMQs
Taoiseach doesn't commit to timeline for approval of drug to treat Friedreich's ataxia
'It's not a luxury': Government urged to end 23% VAT on sunscreen
Joe Biden to publish book about his time in office
'Devastating' wildfire at Killarney National Park caused by human activity, minister says
The fire broke out in the park on Tuesday.
Garda Commissioner 'absolutely' supports a ban on e-scooters on Irish roads
The hosepipe ban has led to criticism of Ireland's data centres, but how much water do they use?
As of June 2025, Ireland was home to 89 data centres, which produce a significant amount of heat.
Australia to enact laws on how AI data centres use power and water
Taoiseach slams 'horrific' abuse on Jamey Carney's social media and says platforms must act
Police ‘considering left-wing motive’ in Ann Widdecombe murder investigation
Government set to extend refugee protection for Ukrainians until March 2028
Irish sovereign wealth fund still investing in companies linked to Israeli settlements and genocide
The fund’s shareholdings in five companies listed on UN databse rose by almost €1.5 million last year.
Tuesday
14th July 2026
Calls for ‘urgent action’ after The Journal Investigates report on nitrous oxide canisters
Of 260 solicitors polled by the Law Society, just three are working under new legal aid scheme
US and Iran launch strikes as Trump reverses threat to tax ships passing through Strait of Hormuz
Garden cabin regulations and other planning changes to be signed in the coming days
Now that the Strait of Hormuz is blocked again, should we be worried about prices at the pumps?
As the war in the Middle East continues, oil prices have risen again.
The Script's Danny O'Donoghue pops into Leinster House to tell TDs: Protect musicians from AI
A Sinn Féin motion is calling for stronger copyright protections for creators.
UK counter-terrorism police say Ann Widdecombe was killed in 'targeted attack'
New Oireachtas committee on domestic and sexual violence to begin work in autumn
'Clear dereliction of duty': Taoiseach gives State apology to survivors of paedophile Bill Kenneally
Micheál Martin said he was ‘profoundly sorry’ that two former Fianna Fáil TDs had failed to protect victims in the case.
Teenage activist Cara Darmody begins third protest outside Dáil over special needs assessments
Taoiseach 'leaning towards' a complete ban on e-scooters
‘Hard to know’ when Aughinish Alumina workers will have clarity, Tánaiste says
Women to get five days paid leave if they have a miscarriage before 23 weeks
It comes after Northern Ireland introduced similar leave earlier this year.
Porn crackdown will target most extreme videos of violence, bestiality and necrophilia
Debunked: Claims of Russian battlefield gains misuse report that finds greater Ukrainian advances
Four people killed and 59 seriously injured in scrambler incidents since 2021
Man (26) killed by US immigration officer in Maine
Monday
13th July 2026
Lindsey Graham's younger sister appointed to complete his term in US Senate