News - Leo Varadkar
Man dies following gun attack at a Dublin restaurant
Another man - in his 40s - is in a serious condition in hospital and is being treated for gunshot wounds.
Dec 25, 2023 07:25
Taoiseach arrives in Leitrim Village as clean up operation continues
An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has arrived in the village by helicopter to meet with residents, local representatives and first responders.
Dec 11, 2023 12:50
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to discuss farming issues at special conference
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar will be joined by Fine Gael Government Ministers to discuss a range of issues including ‘Farming and the next Generation’, and the EU and Food Security.
Nov 18, 2023 08:06
Funeral of former local TD taking place this morning
Tributes continue to pour in for the Longford man led by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and numerous former party and Government leaders.
Nov 16, 2023 08:35
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar warns UN of new nuclear arms race risks
Leo Varadkar criticised Russia for threatening to use nuclear armaments in its conflict with Ukraine if there is an escalation from the west.
Sep 23, 2023 09:33
Kerry gas terminal construction rejected by An Bord Pleanála
An Bord Pleanála rejected an application for the Shannon LNG, saying it's 'against Government policy'.
Sep 16, 2023 08:10
Government admit strategy in place to deal with nursing home overcharging
A Government spokesperson said the strategy pre-dated this date, and was pursued by successive Governments.
Jan 31, 2023 09:14
New planning laws will speed up delivery of homes next year says Taoiseach
Dec 25, 2022 10:21
Government not considering mask mandate in near future according to Taoiseach
Leo Varadkar also appealed to people with respiratory symptoms to remain at home and for people to avail of flu and Covid-19 vaccines.
Dec 23, 2022 15:58
Leo Varadkar takes over Taoiseach's office this afternoon
He is currently travelling to Aras to get his seal of office.
Dec 17, 2022 13:30
Micheál Martin resigns as Taoiseach in reshuffle
TDs are now hearing nomination speeches for his replacement, Leo Varadkar.
Dec 17, 2022 11:34
Fine Gael Ard Fheis underway in Athlone
The Tánaiste is expected to say Fine Gael will put protecting livelihoods, to the top of its agenda.
Nov 19, 2022 08:25
Tanaiste has 'total confidence' in 'Robert Troy despite property controversy
The Longford-Westmeath TD is under pressure to explain why he didn't notify state bodies about property dealings.
Aug 17, 2022 13:15
DPP rules out charges against Tanaiste over contract leak
The investigation has taken several months to conclude.
Jul 6, 2022 20:31Shannonside Newsletter
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