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Oireachtas.
parliament of the Republic of Ireland
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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Active this week
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A Minister backed down from asking the Oireachtas to rubber stamp specific plans.Some support1 report
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Minister Lawless addressed the university funding gap while speaking at an Oireachtas committee.Some support1 report
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Galway residents are seeking intervention from the Oireachtas regarding grants, while Michael Connolly commented during a plenary meeting at County Hall.Some support1 report
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Oireachtas passed legislation giving power to State, while Metrolink is earmarked as critical infrastructure, linking Scotland and Northern Ireland via new energy lines.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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The Dáil will not sit in Leinster House following a strike action.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Taoiseach expressed frustration regarding the ongoing strike action.Some support2 reports
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The Parliamentary Budget Office provided independent analysis to support scrutiny by the Oireachtas.Some support1 report
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Google, TikTok, and Meta are defending their content removal policies before the Oireachtas.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Irish Oireachtas is seeking answers and imposing fines on companies over illegal viral videos.Some support1 report
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Oireachtas committees questioned TikTok policies while the platform was used during riots in Belfast and Dublin.Some support1 report
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James Browne, a Fine Gael member, serves as the Minister for Housing and Local Government within the Oireachtas.Some support1 report
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Parliamentary debate influenced the policy decisions of the National Transport Authority.Some support1 report
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Gary Gannon criticized the current state of the justice system on September 22, 2026.Some support1 report
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Alan Kelly criticized state reliance on foreign training as Garda officials appeared before the Oireachtas committee.Some support2 reports
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The Oireachtas and a committee are drafting national planning statements for the country.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A Minister proposes changes to planning guidelines to the committee.Some support1 report
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The Oireachtas serves as the legislative body for the committee.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Holly Cairns served as a TD in the Oireachtas on September 4, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Holly Cairns' expenses were paid by the Oireachtas, leading to criticism, while Helen McEntee called for maternity leave reform.Some support1 report
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The Oireachtas questioned the Garda on incident handling, while TikTok was invited to testify on serious road safety issues.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Irish agriculture relies on grain imports from Mercosur, a topic discussed by Oireachtas members like Martin Heydon and Leo Varadkar.Some support1 report
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The Oireachtas is the parliament of Ireland, housed in Leinster House, and the Garda conducts security assessments for politicians.Some support2 reports
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A Supreme Court ruling is affecting the composition of the Oireachtas, prompting the Electoral Commission to research new constituencies.Some support1 report
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Oireachtas approval and UN mandate are required for Defence Forces overseas missions.Some support2 reports
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The Oireachtas is facing questions regarding expense scheme flaws after mistakenly paying travel expenses for an individual who was ill.Some support1 report
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Senator Victor Boyhan served in the Oireachtas, where legislation passed through the chamber.Some support1 report
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Oireachtas and cabinet are discussing and reviewing a business case for an infrastructure project.Some support1 report
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Fine Gael has returned to the Oireachtas with renewed vigour.Some support1 report
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Charlie McConalogue serves as Minister of State in the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport, overseeing associations and reporting to Parliament.Some support1 report
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Murphy, a current TD, is involved in Oireachtas meetings taking place in the county of Tipperary, representing South Tipperary.Some support2 reports
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Recent flooding in Ennis highlights the need for adequate infrastructure planning, leading the Municipal District to seek political intervention.Some support1 report
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The Taoiseach is the head of the executive branch and is accountable to the Oireachtas.Well supported10 reports2 developments inside
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Tánaiste and officials called for societal issues to be addressed in parliament while highlighting corporate responsibility regarding TikTok.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Irish legislature passed laws and established a bureau to confront organized crime by targeting the financial assets and property of criminal groups.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Oireachtas members attended the construction start of a wastewater plant upgrade designed to protect the water quality of River Inny.Some support1 report
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Dublin Airport is being utilized for high-level guest transport related to the EU Presidency in Ireland, involving Oireachtas members.Some support3 reports
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Oireachtas committee and Taoiseach discuss drug policy and health-led approaches with the Department of Health.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Department of Transport is being sought for road funding, and Oireachtas members are being urged to ensure the necessary funding is secured.Some support1 report
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A project involving Cork City Council to build an event centre, with Enda Kenny turning sod, AECOM appointed for oversight, and the Council reporting to the Oireachtas housing committee.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Council discussed housing issues at a parliamentary committee meeting, with CIF expressing relief regarding the council's housing strategy.Some support1 report
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Oireachtas has prescribed statutory notice periods for local government operations.Some support1 report
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Britvic is setting up Re-Turn, which has Diageo on its board and faced questions at the Oireachtas committee.Some support1 report
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Oireachtas passed a bill enabling gas reserve construction in West Clare and overriding climate laws.Some support1 report
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Parliamentary debates and cabinet discussions in Leinster House proposed integrating DART with the national rail system.Some support1 report
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Bills passed in the Oireachtas in memory of Valerie French, with the legislation supported by her brother.Some support1 report
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Oireachtas passed legislation involving the Department of Finance, with Robert Troy serving as Minister of State.Some support6 reports
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Alleged infiltration of the national parliament by GRU on July 20, 2026.Some support1 report
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Oireachtas passes a bill requiring presidential assent, advocating for reduced waiting periods for survivors.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Proponents suggest a merger to facilitate the closure of Maynooth University.Some support1 report
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The Irish legislative body and the deputy head advised on national policy and public service concerns.Well supported13 reports6 developments inside
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A committee, involving Martin, heard expert testimony and questioned service providers regarding service failures and data gaps.Some support1 report
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The government is considering a revised business case for the MetroLink project.Some support1 report
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The Oireachtas passed a bill to implement the EU Pact, while the European Council on Refugees and Exiles provides an asylum information database for EU states.Some support1 report
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Legislation introducing Irish unification is being discussed by the Oireachtas, led by Fine Gael.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Oireachtas handles legal scrutiny of government bills.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Micheál Carrigy is a member of the Oireachtas.Some support1 report
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A parliamentary body has initiated a tender process for contracts related to own-label wine.Some support1 report
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Online threats are impacting the health and stability of political institutions in Ireland.Some support2 reports
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Oireachtas committee chairs questioned the head of government (Taoiseach) on June 6, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Cullinane introduced a Bill for Sinn Féin, which will be scrutinized by the Oireachtas, while the Department of Health commissioned a review.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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What's reaching Oireachtas
Events traced to Oireachtas, step by step, newest first- Motor insurance data may prompt Oireachtas review of claims rulesThe Oireachtas may review insurance regulations following Central Bank dataPossible
- Oireachtas may need to overhaul health budgets amid sustainability concernsThe Oireachtas may need to overhaul health budgets to address fiscal sustainability.Likely
- Oireachtas to question Minister over justice system crisisThe Oireachtas must question the Minister over the justice system crisisLikely
- Ireland's AI sovereignty focus may prompt Oireachtas legislative changesThe Oireachtas may need to legislate to support Ireland's AI sovereignty goalsPossible
- How could the Barings acquisition of Ires REIT affect the Oireachtas?The acquisition could prompt legislative review of Ireland's new rent rulesPossible
- Negative sentiment could prompt Oireachtas review of Irish economyNegative consumer sentiment may prompt the Oireachtas to review economic policiesPossible
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- Oireachtas must legislate on revised EU budget cutsThe Oireachtas must legislate on the revised EU budget framework for 2028 to 2034Possible
- Public sector pay dispute may force Oireachtas to address housing crisisThe Oireachtas may face pressure to legislate on housing and payPossible
- Housing crisis may force Oireachtas to overhaul national fundingThe housing crisis may force the Oireachtas to overhaul national funding and policy.Possible
- Oireachtas may need new laws to support Irish AI sector growthOireachtas may need new laws to support Irish AI sector growthPossible
- TUI strike may force Oireachtas to address pay disputeThe Oireachtas may be forced to address public sector pay dispute due to TUI strikePossible
- Oireachtas must oversee carbon tax changes due to energy pressuresOireachtas must oversee government's carbon tax changes amid energy price pressuresLikely
- Horticulture challenges may push Oireachtas to legislate on food securityHorticulture challenges may push Oireachtas to legislate on food security and laborPossible
- EC nature site proceedings may force Oireachtas to actEC proceedings may force Oireachtas to address Ireland's environmental failuresPossible
- Migration pact and anti-immigrant sentiment challenge OireachtasThe Oireachtas faces political pressure over EU migration pact and social tensionsLikely
Explainers that pass through Oireachtas
Oireachtas is a step on the way to someone else- University funding gap puts political pressure on Micheál MartinTaoiseach Micheál Martin faces political pressure over university funding shortfallPossible
- Ireland faces calls for stricter tech content rulesIreland faces calls for tougher tech regulation and market removal of unsafe platforms.Reported
- How will the controversy over TD expenses affect Helen McEntee?Helen McEntee calls for maternity leave reform following expense controversy.Reported
Around Oireachtas this week
News at the entities that move Oireachtas most-
central government StructuralThe Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) is confirmed as a statutory body operating under the central government ministry.Moves Oireachtas
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John Cummins StructuralJohn Cummins, representing the government, attended a local funeral service on October 19, 2026.Moves Oireachtas
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Leinster House StructuralLeinster House hosted awareness campaigns on October 16, 2026.Moves Oireachtas
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government StructuralEd Butler warns that a bill threatens national security, while LBC reported a dispute over soldier obligations.Moves Oireachtas
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Sinn Féin StructuralSinn Féin TD Shónagh Ní Raghallaigh called for a crackdown on intimidation in Kildare South.Moves Oireachtas
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Electoral Commission StructuralJonathan Asante called for a review of Electoral Commission appointments amid criticism regarding NPP's actions in Ghana.Moves Oireachtas
Connections
The 40 strongest of 102, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Ireland Structural
The Oireachtas functions as the official legislative and parliamentary body of the sovereign state of Ireland.
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Leinster House Structural
The Oireachtas conducts its parliamentary functions and debates within the Leinster House venue.
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government Structural
The Oireachtas provides the necessary legislative framework, oversight, and accountability structure for the government to operate.
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Special Criminal Court Structural
The Special Criminal Court operates under the legal framework established and renewed by the Oireachtas.
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Sinn Féin Structural
Sinn Féin operates as a political party within the Oireachtas, introducing and debating legislation.
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Department of Finance Structural
The Oireachtas establishes the legal and policy framework that the Department of Finance must implement and advise upon.
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cabinet Structural
The Oireachtas formally scrutinizes and requires legislation for policies and changes proposed by the Cabinet.
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Michael Healy-Rae Structural
Michael Healy-Rae serves as a member and committee chair within the Oireachtas, the Irish legislature.
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Garda Síochána Structural
The Oireachtas holds formal legislative oversight over Garda Síochána, which provides operational reports and testimony back to the legislature.
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committee Structural
Oireachtas functions as the legislative body providing the necessary framework for the committee to operate and draft national planning statements.
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Matt Carthy Structural
Matt Carthy is a Deputy in the Oireachtas and serves as chairman of a justice committee.
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Robbie Gallagher Structural
Robbie Gallagher holds a formal membership role within the Oireachtas, the Irish legislature.
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Victor Boyhan Structural
Victor Boyhan holds the formal role of a Senator within the Oireachtas.
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Defence Forces Structural
Oireachtas provides formal approval and oversight for the operations of the Defence Forces.
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Google Structural
The Oireachtas requires Google to appear and provide defense regarding its content removal policies and operational practices.
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Cathy Bennett Structural
Cathy Bennett holds the formal structural role of an Oireachtas Deputy.
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TikTok Operational
The Oireachtas is actively scrutinizing TikTok regarding its content moderation policies and operational compliance.
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central government Structural
Oireachtas operates as a body within the framework of the central government.
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Fine Gael Operational
Fine Gael operated as a political party whose members were concurrently members of the Oireachtas, carrying out legislative and executive functions.
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Holly Cairns Structural
Holly Cairns served as a Teachta Dála (TD) within the Oireachtas, receiving institutional expenses.
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Department of Finance Structural
The Department of Finance's legislation requires approval from the Oireachtas to become law.
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John Cummins Structural
The individual (John Cummins) holds a ministerial role whose actions drive specific planning guideline changes within the legislative body (Oireachtas).
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Justin Kelly Transactional
Justin Kelly, as a Commissioner, provided testimony to a committee of the Oireachtas.
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Lough Carra Structural
A's legislative body provides the necessary functional support for B's successful restoration project.
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supreme court Structural
Supreme Court rulings formally affect the composition and function of the Oireachtas.
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Electoral Commission Structural
The Electoral Commission defines the constituencies necessary for the Oireachtas to operate.
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Social Democrats Operational
The Social Democrats actively participate in the Oireachtas by tabling legislation and questioning expense schemes.
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Department of Health Structural
The Oireachtas exercises formal oversight, scrutinizing policy and operations of the Department of Health.
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Environmental Protection Agency Structural
The Oireachtas exercises legislative oversight over the Environmental Protection Agency regarding regulatory compliance issues.
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county council Operational
The county council provides administrative support and manages allowance schemes for the elected members of the Oireachtas.
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Cork City Council Structural
Cork City Council reports to Oireachtas housing committee as part of formal legislative oversight.
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Rossa Fanning Structural
Rossa Fanning serves as a member of the Oireachtas, influencing its legislative processes and scrutiny of government bills.
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National Transport Authority Structural
The legislative body (Oireachtas) sets the policy framework that the National Transport Authority must implement and operate within.
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Seán Canney Operational
Seán Canney actively participates in the legislative functions and committees of the Oireachtas.
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Cairn Homes Operational
Cairn Homes actively interacts with the Oireachtas by submitting statements and advocating for government funding.
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National Treasury Management Agency Structural
The National Treasury Management Agency operates under the functional and legal framework established by the Oireachtas.
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Helen McEntee Structural
Helen McEntee participates in legislative proceedings and committees of the Oireachtas.
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Harris Structural
Harris holds a senior position within the government, implying a formal membership role in the Oireachtas.
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Peter Burke Structural
Peter Burke's orders require formal approval from the Oireachtas.
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Parliamentary Budget Office Structural
The Parliamentary Budget Office provides independent analysis to support the scrutiny function of the Oireachtas.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
7 events- A Minister backed down from asking the Oireachtas to rubber stamp specific plans.
- Minister Lawless addressed the university funding gap while speaking at an Oireachtas committee.
- Galway residents are seeking intervention from the Oireachtas regarding grants, while Michael Connolly commented during a plenary meeting at County Hall.
- Oireachtas passed legislation giving power to State, while Metrolink is earmarked as critical infrastructure, linking Scotland and Northern Ireland via new energy lines.
- The Dáil will not sit in Leinster House following a strike action.
- The Taoiseach expressed frustration regarding the ongoing strike action.
- The Parliamentary Budget Office provided independent analysis to support scrutiny by the Oireachtas.
September 2026
24 events- Google, TikTok, and Meta are defending their content removal policies before the Oireachtas.
- Irish Oireachtas is seeking answers and imposing fines on companies over illegal viral videos.
- Oireachtas committees questioned TikTok policies while the platform was used during riots in Belfast and Dublin.
- James Browne, a Fine Gael member, serves as the Minister for Housing and Local Government within the Oireachtas.
- Parliamentary debate influenced the policy decisions of the National Transport Authority.
- Gary Gannon criticized the current state of the justice system on September 22, 2026.
- Alan Kelly criticized state reliance on foreign training as Garda officials appeared before the Oireachtas committee.
- The Oireachtas and a committee are drafting national planning statements for the country.
- A Minister proposes changes to planning guidelines to the committee.
- The Oireachtas serves as the legislative body for the committee.
- Holly Cairns served as a TD in the Oireachtas on September 4, 2026.
- Holly Cairns' expenses were paid by the Oireachtas, leading to criticism, while Helen McEntee called for maternity leave reform.
- The Oireachtas questioned the Garda on incident handling, while TikTok was invited to testify on serious road safety issues.
- Irish agriculture relies on grain imports from Mercosur, a topic discussed by Oireachtas members like Martin Heydon and Leo Varadkar.
- The Oireachtas is the parliament of Ireland, housed in Leinster House, and the Garda conducts security assessments for politicians.
- A Supreme Court ruling is affecting the composition of the Oireachtas, prompting the Electoral Commission to research new constituencies.
- Oireachtas approval and UN mandate are required for Defence Forces overseas missions.
- The Oireachtas is facing questions regarding expense scheme flaws after mistakenly paying travel expenses for an individual who was ill.
- Senator Victor Boyhan served in the Oireachtas, where legislation passed through the chamber.
- Oireachtas and cabinet are discussing and reviewing a business case for an infrastructure project.
- Fine Gael has returned to the Oireachtas with renewed vigour.
- Charlie McConalogue serves as Minister of State in the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport, overseeing associations and reporting to Parliament.
- Murphy, a current TD, is involved in Oireachtas meetings taking place in the county of Tipperary, representing South Tipperary.
- Recent flooding in Ennis highlights the need for adequate infrastructure planning, leading the Municipal District to seek political intervention.
August 2026
9 events- Tánaiste and officials called for societal issues to be addressed in parliament while highlighting corporate responsibility regarding TikTok.
- The Irish legislature passed laws and established a bureau to confront organized crime by targeting the financial assets and property of criminal groups.
- Oireachtas members attended the construction start of a wastewater plant upgrade designed to protect the water quality of River Inny.
- Dublin Airport is being utilized for high-level guest transport related to the EU Presidency in Ireland, involving Oireachtas members.
- The Department of Transport is being sought for road funding, and Oireachtas members are being urged to ensure the necessary funding is secured.
- Council discussed housing issues at a parliamentary committee meeting, with CIF expressing relief regarding the council's housing strategy.
- Oireachtas has prescribed statutory notice periods for local government operations.
- Britvic is setting up Re-Turn, which has Diageo on its board and faced questions at the Oireachtas committee.
- Oireachtas passed a bill enabling gas reserve construction in West Clare and overriding climate laws.
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July 2026
13 events- A project involving Cork City Council to build an event centre, with Enda Kenny turning sod, AECOM appointed for oversight, and the Council reporting to the Oireachtas housing committee.
- Parliamentary debates and cabinet discussions in Leinster House proposed integrating DART with the national rail system.
- Bills passed in the Oireachtas in memory of Valerie French, with the legislation supported by her brother.
- Oireachtas passed legislation involving the Department of Finance, with Robert Troy serving as Minister of State.
- Alleged infiltration of the national parliament by GRU on July 20, 2026.
- Oireachtas passes a bill requiring presidential assent, advocating for reduced waiting periods for survivors.
- Proponents suggest a merger to facilitate the closure of Maynooth University.
- A committee, involving Martin, heard expert testimony and questioned service providers regarding service failures and data gaps.
- The government is considering a revised business case for the MetroLink project.
- The Oireachtas passed a bill to implement the EU Pact, while the European Council on Refugees and Exiles provides an asylum information database for EU states.
- Micheál Carrigy is a member of the Oireachtas.
- A parliamentary body has initiated a tender process for contracts related to own-label wine.
- Online threats are impacting the health and stability of political institutions in Ireland.
June 2026
7 events- The Taoiseach is the head of the executive branch and is accountable to the Oireachtas.
- Oireachtas committee and Taoiseach discuss drug policy and health-led approaches with the Department of Health.
- The Irish legislative body and the deputy head advised on national policy and public service concerns.
- Legislation introducing Irish unification is being discussed by the Oireachtas, led by Fine Gael.
- Oireachtas handles legal scrutiny of government bills.
- Oireachtas committee chairs questioned the head of government (Taoiseach) on June 6, 2026.
- Cullinane introduced a Bill for Sinn Féin, which will be scrutinized by the Oireachtas, while the Department of Health commissioned a review.