February February 2026
Ten years young for the Social Democrats — is it becoming a viable alternative for some SF voters?
With the party seeing a boost in the polls questions are being asked if some Sinn Féin voters are migrating to the Soc Dems.
Sick notes and full crèches: Holly Cairns details the Dáil's failure to support mothers
The Social Democrats leader sits down with The Journal to talk women in politics and whether she could do business with Sinn Féin.
Social media firms criticise X for snubbing Oireachtas Committee on online safety
Committee chair Alan Kelly said it was “deeply worrying” and “pretty disrespectful” that X did not attend the committee.
January January 2026
Could water ferries in Dublin Bay be one solution to the capital's congestion problem?
Commuting by water is a common approach used around the world and should be considered here, say two Fine Gael representatives.
Explainer: In a few weeks, new rent rules will kick in - here's how it might impact you
Changes to rental rules kick in on 1 March and its causing a lot of confusion.
We asked every coalition TD if the Taoiseach should go to Washington
Fianna Fáil’s Seán Ó Fearghaíl said Micheál Martin should heed the advice of California Governor Gavin Newson this week.
Last year 2025
EU Presidency will cause traffic and travel disruption, says Transport Minister
Minister Darragh O’Brien says the EU Presidency is going to be a “massive event” for a period of six months and that preparations are well advanced.
Minister wants late night trains to run all year and is talking 'options' with Iarnród Eireann
Aside from the Christmas period, the majority of train services terminate before midnight.
'We should show we're good value': Minister urges hotels not to hike prices for EU Presidency
Minister of State Thomas Byrne says the Presidency next year is an important moment for Ireland Inc.

