Elaine Loughlin: Outdated social welfare rules keep working poor stuck in a poverty rut A Dolly Parton take on social welfare payments is keeping the working poor stuck in a poverty rut, but it will be at least 2029 before any proposed changes are made. T... See more
Micheál Martin in Rome: Two-state solution in Middle East still possible The Taoiseach has said a two-State solution is still "possible" after discussing the Middle East with the Pope. Micheál Martin said both men had discussed Israel's ongoing attacks on... See more
Micheál Martin invites Pope Leo to visit Ireland during state visit to Vatican Members of the Swiss Guard stood to attention in their colourful attire as Micheál Martin and his wife Mary arrived at the Apostolic Palace. It was another one of those signifi... See more
Taoiseach says Pope agrees Church must ‘take ownership’ of abuse redress in Ireland The Taoiseach said he asked that “every effort” be made to encourage religious orders to contribute to redress schemes during a meeting with Pope Leo at the Vatican. Speak... See more
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has arrived at the Vatican City for a meeting with Pope Leo. Mr Martin was accompanied by his wife, Mary, and was greeted by Petar Rajič, prefect of the papal household, at the Apostolic Palace. The Taoiseach is due to meet Pope L... See more
