Oireachtas.
parliament of the Republic of Ireland
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 88
What's happening
Active this week
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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
Earlier this month
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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
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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 support1 report
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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 support1 report
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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 supported9 reports2 developments inside
One to three months ago
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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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An Oireachtas committee report informed policy, leading to a Fianna Fáil TD rejecting the committee's recommendation.Some support1 report
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The government must respond to committee findings, which are compelling government action.Some support1 report
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An Oireachtas committee is hearing about a new water treatment plant project in Peamount, Co Dublin, which draws water from the lower Shannon.Some support2 reports
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An Oireachtas committee in Ireland, including Vice Chair Mary Fitzpatrick and Chair Gary Gannon, has recommended drug decriminalisation.Well supported4 reports
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Committee hears testimony on regulatory compliance issues involving the Environmental Protection Agency.Some support1 report
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Committee urges government to introduce emergency package while operating within the Oireachtas framework.Some support1 report
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Fine Gael, while serving as the government in the Oireachtas, is reviewing the current state of a law passed in 2018.Some support1 report
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Around Oireachtas this week
News at the entities that move Oireachtas most-
central government StructuralChouhan, representing the Central Government, chaired a review meeting regarding infrastructure development collaboration in West Bengal.Moves Oireachtas
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Ireland StructuralIreland is working to improve governmental transparency by enhancing its digital services.Moves Oireachtas
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government StructuralGovernment plans fast-track resettlement for refugees from Afghanistan and Mandatory Palestine, while Nigel Farage rejects legal routes.Moves Oireachtas
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Sinn Féin StructuralProtests and stand-offs occurred in Portadown, Northern Ireland, involving Sinn Féin members.Moves Oireachtas
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Google StructuralGoogle referrals for publishers declined by 36%, according to Chartbeat data.Moves Oireachtas
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Department of Finance StructuralThe Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) was launched as a wing of the Department of Finance.Moves Oireachtas
Connections
The 40 strongest of 88, 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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government Structural
The Oireachtas provides the necessary legislative framework, oversight, and accountability structure for the government to operate.
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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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Special Criminal Court Structural
The Special Criminal Court operates under the legal framework established and renewed by the Oireachtas.
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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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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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cabinet Structural
The Oireachtas formally scrutinizes and requires legislation for policies and changes proposed by the Cabinet.
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central government Structural
Oireachtas operates as a body within the framework of the central government.
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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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Michael Healy-Rae Structural
Michael Healy-Rae serves as a member (Teachta Dála) of the Oireachtas, the legislative body of Ireland.
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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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TikTok Operational
The Oireachtas is actively scrutinizing TikTok regarding its content moderation policies and operational compliance.
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Victor Boyhan Structural
Victor Boyhan holds the formal role of a Senator within the Oireachtas.
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Leinster House Structural
The Oireachtas conducts its parliamentary business within the Leinster House venue.
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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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Matt Carthy Structural
Matt Carthy serves as the chairman of a justice committee within the 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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Seán Canney Operational
Seán Canney actively participates in the legislative functions and committees of the Oireachtas.
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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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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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Cairn Homes Operational
Cairn Homes actively interacts with the Oireachtas by submitting statements and advocating for government funding.
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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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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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Department of Transport Structural
The Oireachtas exercises legislative oversight and funding authority over the Department of Transport.
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Meta Operational
Meta is subject to legislative scrutiny and defends its content policies before the Oireachtas.
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Mercosur Structural
The economic sector represented by the Oireachtas relies on grain imports sourced from the Mercosur bloc.
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Malcolm Byrne Structural
The individual served in the Oireachtas AI committee.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 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.
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.
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June 2026
14 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.
- An Oireachtas committee report informed policy, leading to a Fianna Fáil TD rejecting the committee's recommendation.
- The government must respond to committee findings, which are compelling government action.
- An Oireachtas committee is hearing about a new water treatment plant project in Peamount, Co Dublin, which draws water from the lower Shannon.
- An Oireachtas committee in Ireland, including Vice Chair Mary Fitzpatrick and Chair Gary Gannon, has recommended drug decriminalisation.
- Committee hears testimony on regulatory compliance issues involving the Environmental Protection Agency.
- Committee urges government to introduce emergency package while operating within the Oireachtas framework.
- Fine Gael, while serving as the government in the Oireachtas, is reviewing the current state of a law passed in 2018.