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Varadkar's political advisers paid close to €500,000 in exit payments

Varadkar's political advisers paid close to €500,000 in exit payments

Figures set out in the 2024 Appropriation Account of the Department of the Taoiseach show that it paid out a total of €473,647 in statutory redundancy/severance payments that year.

Could we have a new Taoiseach in 2026?

Could we have a new Taoiseach in 2026?

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has survived the report into Fianna Fáil's disastrous presidential election, but sources have indicated there is still huge unrest within the party

Varadkar and O’Callaghan cited in Sinn Féin unity document

Varadkar and O’Callaghan cited in Sinn Féin unity document

Sinn Féin argues that the conversation on Irish unity is ‘well under way across society’.

Leo Varadkar accused of reinventing himself after Irish unity comments

Leo Varadkar accused of reinventing himself after Irish unity comments

Nigel Farage as British PM would put Irish unity ‘centre stage’ – Leo Varadkar

Nigel Farage as British PM would put Irish unity ‘centre stage’ – Leo Varadkar

Leo Varadkar: Marriage equality result was best day of my political life

Leo Varadkar: Marriage equality result was best day of my political life

Leo Varadkar meets Mike Pence after he receives award for January 6th actions

Leo Varadkar meets Mike Pence after he receives award for January 6th actions

Politics watch: Anti-immigration protest suggests trouble to come

Politics watch: Anti-immigration protest suggests trouble to come

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Here, we have a look at the issues likely to dominate political discourse in the week to come

Varadkar says US is no longer 'reliable political and economic partner’ to Europe

Varadkar says US is no longer 'reliable political and economic partner’ to Europe

Sun, 27 Apr, 2025

Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said it is "no longer the case" that the US is a "reliable political and economic partner" to Europe

Leo Varadkar praises Pope Francis for reaching out to gay community

Leo Varadkar praises Pope Francis for reaching out to gay community

Tue, 22 Apr, 2025

The former taoiseach met Francis during his visit to Ireland in 2018.

Leo Varadkar to feature in RTÉ travel show

Leo Varadkar to feature in RTÉ travel show

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025

Leo Varadkar was photographed working with a film crew in a remote part of South Africa last month.

Councillors would reject Conor McGregor bid for presidential nomination, survey suggests

Councillors would reject Conor McGregor bid for presidential nomination, survey suggests

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

At least one local authority has convened a meeting to discuss how to respond if McGregor seeks its nomination

Jim Allister: Varadkar ‘partitioned’ UK by pushing border in Brexit talks

Jim Allister: Varadkar ‘partitioned’ UK by pushing border in Brexit talks

Thu, 27 Mar, 2025

The TUV leader was speaking during a debate in the Commons.

Leo Varadkar lands new job with US-based public relations firm

Leo Varadkar lands new job with US-based public relations firm

Mon, 24 Mar, 2025

The former taoiseach is due to take up the advisory role next month

Varadkar says 'good Irish dads teach their sons to detest men like Conor' after McGregor meets Trump

Varadkar says 'good Irish dads teach their sons to detest men like Conor' after McGregor meets Trump

Tue, 18 Mar, 2025

Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar criticised Conor McGregor after the UFC fighter met US president Donald Trump at the White House on St Patrick's Day

Harris confirms rotating Taoiseach arrangement will be part of next government

Harris confirms rotating Taoiseach arrangement will be part of next government

Tue, 07 Jan, 2025

Mr Harris also said it is “possible” there will be a government by January 22nd, adding that formation talks have been “going really well”.

Irish-Canadian relationship ‘deepened’ under Trudeau – Tánaiste

Irish-Canadian relationship ‘deepened’ under Trudeau – Tánaiste

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

Micheál Martin described Justin Trudeau as “a true friend of Ireland” on the day he announced his resignation after nine years in power

Justin Trudeau ‘achieved a lot for Canada’, Leo Varadkar says

Justin Trudeau ‘achieved a lot for Canada’, Leo Varadkar says

Mon, 06 Jan, 2025

The former taoiseach said Mr Trudeau could be proud of what he has achieved in office.

Who is Verona Murphy? The Isis controversy, Wexford poll topper, first female Ceann Comhairle

Who is Verona Murphy? The Isis controversy, Wexford poll topper, first female Ceann Comhairle

Wed, 18 Dec, 2024

Verona Murphy made history on Wednesday as she was elected the first female Ceann Comhairle for the 34th Dáil

Election campaign underway as President formally dissolves Dáil

Election campaign underway as President formally dissolves Dáil

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

Taoiseach Simon Harris asked President Michael D Higgins to dissolve the Dáil ahead of a polling date on Friday, November 29th

Trump win will not encourage US companies to leave Ireland, says Harris

Trump win will not encourage US companies to leave Ireland, says Harris

Thu, 07 Nov, 2024

The Taoiseach acknowledged the risk of a transatlantic trade shock had increased.

'Our health service would fall asunder if we didn't have migrants': Sr Stan calls for gratitude

'Our health service would fall asunder if we didn't have migrants': Sr Stan calls for gratitude

Sat, 19 Oct, 2024

From past taoisigh to celebrities, migrants, and homeless people, Sr Stanislaus Kennedy hopes her new book will show that gratitude can be found whatever your circumstances are

Varadkar would have laughed at ‘inner Shinner’ comment, McDonald says

Varadkar would have laughed at ‘inner Shinner’ comment, McDonald says

Sun, 29 Sep, 2024

Mary Lou McDonald said there was space for humour in the conversation around Irish unification.

Leo Varadkar’s comments on rising immigration numbers a ‘new low’

Leo Varadkar’s comments on rising immigration numbers a ‘new low’

Fri, 27 Sep, 2024

Labour leader Ivana Bacik criticised the comments, saying they were ‘deeply inappropriate and unhelpful’.

Tyrone school pupils press minister for A5 road upgrade to start

Tyrone school pupils press minister for A5 road upgrade to start

Thu, 26 Sep, 2024

Kamile Vaicikonyte, who died in a crash on the A5 earlier this year, had been a pupil at St Ciaran’s College in Ballygawley.

Varadkar proposes two-stage referendum process for Irish reunification vote

Varadkar proposes two-stage referendum process for Irish reunification vote

Thu, 26 Sep, 2024

The former taoiseach outlined a series of proposals on the constitutional question at an event in Derry on Thursday.

Varadkar has found his inner Shinner, says Mary Lou McDonald

Varadkar has found his inner Shinner, says Mary Lou McDonald

Thu, 26 Sep, 2024

The Sinn Féin leader described recent comments on Irish reunification made by the former Taoiseach as welcome but ‘belated’.

Leo Varadkar calls for Irish unity manifesto pledge by all parties in next election

Leo Varadkar calls for Irish unity manifesto pledge by all parties in next election

Thu, 26 Sep, 2024

Mr Varadkar will develop his thoughts in a speech in Derry on Thursday to a meeting of the SDLP’s New Ireland Commission.

Leo Varadkar pictured with Nancy Pelosi at Democratic convention

Leo Varadkar pictured with Nancy Pelosi at Democratic convention

Thu, 22 Aug, 2024

Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar is in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention, where he posed for a picture with former US House speaker Nancy Pelosi

Leo Varadkar reveals he sometimes feared for his safety as taoiseach

Leo Varadkar reveals he sometimes feared for his safety as taoiseach

Wed, 17 Jul, 2024

It comes following reports that gardai increased his security in 2022 following heightened security threats.

Politics watch: Varadkar adds to list of Fine Gael TDs not contesting next election

Politics watch: Varadkar adds to list of Fine Gael TDs not contesting next election

Wed, 17 Jul, 2024

He is the 14th TD from the party who will stand down at the next election

Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar will not stand in next general election

Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar will not stand in next general election

Tue, 16 Jul, 2024

The former Fine Gael leader said the time has come for him to ‘explore new options and opportunities’.

Harris' 100 days as Taoiseach: Huge energy, migration challenge, and big election decision

Harris' 100 days as Taoiseach: Huge energy, migration challenge, and big election decision

Sun, 14 Jul, 2024

On Thursday, July 18th, Taoiseach Simon Harris will have completed 100 days in office

Varadkar says Chambers 'could be next gay Taoiseach in waiting'

Varadkar says Chambers 'could be next gay Taoiseach in waiting'

Wed, 26 Jun, 2024

Former taoiseach Leo Varadkar has paid tribute to the incoming Minister for Finance, his constituency colleague Jack Chambers

Paul Murphy wins order quashing Sipo decision on investigation into Leo Varadkar

Paul Murphy wins order quashing Sipo decision on investigation into Leo Varadkar

Fri, 21 Jun, 2024

The judge ruled that Paul Murphy was entitled to an order quashing the Standards in Public Office (Sipo) decision

Shift to green policies might not have happened without Eamon Ryan, Varadkar says

Shift to green policies might not have happened without Eamon Ryan, Varadkar says

Wed, 19 Jun, 2024

Leo Varadkar paid tribute to the outgoing Green Party leader, who on Tuesday announced he was stepping down.

UK Labour government could be helpful for Ireland, Varadkar says

UK Labour government could be helpful for Ireland, Varadkar says

Sun, 16 Jun, 2024

The former taoiseach suggested Labour would be ‘more even-handed’ on Northern Ireland.

Election results raise prospect of another 'coalition of equals', says Varadkar

Election results raise prospect of another 'coalition of equals', says Varadkar

Sat, 15 Jun, 2024

Leo Varadkar said ‘an instability’ could have been created if one Government party had got too far ahead of the other

Apologies could begin to change hearts and minds over Irish unity – Varadkar

Apologies could begin to change hearts and minds over Irish unity – Varadkar

Sat, 15 Jun, 2024

The former taoiseach also said financial planning needs to start for a united Ireland

I’m a good soldier: Leo Varadkar spreading Fine Gael’s new energy

I’m a good soldier: Leo Varadkar spreading Fine Gael’s new energy

Wed, 05 Jun, 2024

The former leader has expressed confidence in the direction of the party.

'The only reason I voted Fine Gael': Varadkar received mostly positive messages from public after resignation

'The only reason I voted Fine Gael': Varadkar received mostly positive messages from public after resignation

Sun, 05 May, 2024

Leo Varadkar's decision to resign came as a huge shock to the country in March as he outlined both personal and professional reasons for the decision

Leo Varadkar ‘almost chickened out’ night before resignation announcement

Sat, 27 Apr, 2024

The former taoiseach said he made the decision in the days before he surprised many with his resignation

Nearly 60% of people want general election now, poll finds

Nearly 60% of people want general election now, poll finds

Thu, 11 Apr, 2024

The majority of Irish people believe now is the right time for a general election, according to the findings of a new poll

Taoiseach Simon Harris announces Cabinet reshuffle

Taoiseach Simon Harris announces Cabinet reshuffle

Tue, 09 Apr, 2024

Peter Burke was appointed as Minister for Enterprise while Patrick O’Donovan became Minister for Further Education.

As it happened: Harris’s new Cabinet formally appointed by President

As it happened: Harris’s new Cabinet formally appointed by President

Tue, 09 Apr, 2024

Simon Harris has been elected as the country's new Taoiseach, making him the youngest leader of the Government in the history of the State

Simon Harris elected as Taoiseach following Dáil vote

Simon Harris elected as Taoiseach following Dáil vote

Tue, 09 Apr, 2024

Leo Varadkar formally resigned as Taoiseach on Monday

O’Neill insists it is ‘business as usual’ at Stormont following DUP upheaval

O’Neill insists it is ‘business as usual’ at Stormont following DUP upheaval

Mon, 08 Apr, 2024

Ministers from the Northern Ireland Executive and the Irish Government gathered in Armagh for a meeting of the North South Ministerial Council on Monday.

Varadkar to attend north-south political meeting in last major job as Taoiseach

Varadkar to attend north-south political meeting in last major job as Taoiseach

Mon, 08 Apr, 2024

The North South Ministerial Council last met in July 2021.

Sinn Féin's 2024 social media ad spend more than other parties combined

Sinn Féin's 2024 social media ad spend more than other parties combined

Sun, 07 Apr, 2024

Sinn Féin's social media ad spend in 2024 was €44,450, more than Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil, Labour and the Social Democrats combined

Simon Harris pledges to hit the ground running as next taoiseach

Simon Harris pledges to hit the ground running as next taoiseach

Sat, 06 Apr, 2024

The new Fine Gael leader vowed to inject ‘new energy’ into his party.