News - Simon Harris
Leo Varadkar addresses Dáil as he bows out of Taoiseach's position
Mr. Varadkar says the Government he led faced massive challenges.
Apr 9, 2024 11:05
Fine Gael MEP says party has no appetite for early election
Simon Harris is due to take the reins from Leo Varadkar next week after the Dáil's Easter break
Apr 5, 2024 13:41
Local TD says Independent Ireland party will not support incoming Taoiseach
The new Fine Gael leader is expected to be elected to lead the country in the Dáil next Tuesday.
Apr 3, 2024 16:03
Local councillors would welcome Harris as FG leader
Some public representatives in Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon were split on who to back earlier today.
Mar 21, 2024 17:53
Local political support solidifies behind Simon Harris over Fine Gael Leadership
Both Fine Gael TDs in the Shannonside Region have rowed in behind Higher Education Minister Simon Harris.
Mar 21, 2024 14:52
Race for the next leader of Fine Gael has officially started
A number of politicians have come out in support of Simon Harris this morning, including Local TD's Peter Burke and Frank Feighan and local Senator Micheal Carrigy.
Mar 21, 2024 10:06
Local TD will not be drawn on Taoiseach's replacement
The Sligo-Leitrim Fine Gael TD Frank Feighan would not be drawn on his own choice, but believes all 6 are strong candidates
Mar 20, 2024 13:42
Improved public transport key in tackling student accommodation crisis-Minister
Cabinet has signed off on changes to the Rent a room scheme, increasing tax free earnings for those letting out a room to €14,000 a year.
Jan 24, 2024 13:31
Close to one million euro allocated to local ETBs
Projects approved across local ETBs cover health and safety issues, small-scale energy efficiency measures and new equipment.
Oct 2, 2023 14:15
St Angela's College to become part of Atlantic Technological University
The incorporation is effective from November 1st..
Jul 9, 2023 12:06
33 inmates on mattresses in Castlerea as national prison overcrowding branded crisis
Castlerea Prison was opened in 1996 and today holds 340 prisoners.
Apr 27, 2023 13:00
Government at odds with facial recognition technology use
The Tanaiste yesterday sided with Minister Harris on the issue.
Apr 17, 2023 10:05
Justice Minister to increase max sentences for those who attack emergency service workers
Justice Minister Simon Harris says it's very important to deter these types of attacks.
Apr 6, 2023 17:44
Garda roster to be discussed at AGSI conference today
The discussion is taking place in Galway
Apr 3, 2023 08:17Shannonside Newsletter
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