Irish - Last week 9th November 2025 - 15th November 2025
ChatGPT, a €400 bar tab and an Apple laptop: What did candidates expense at the last election?
- Some candidates expensed subscriptions for Zoom and X Premium
- One election hopeful spent over €1,500 on keyrings
- Car wraps, branded jackets and vehicle hires were also popular
The EU has unveiled its big plan to win the 'battle of influence' - but does it go far enough?
The ‘Democracy Shield’ – launched today by Ireland’s Michael McGrath – aims to protect Europe’s democracies against foreign threats, from Russia in particular.


