Fianna Fáil
Previously the largest political party in Ireland, and currently the third largest in the Oireachtas. The party has spent most of its existence in power, and was in government between 1997 and 2011.
# fianna-fail - Friday 14 June, 2013
The 9 at 9: Friday
Good morning! Here are nine things to know before you start your day…
# fianna-fail - Thursday 13 June, 2013
Fianna Fáil is the best-supported party in the state, poll shows
Support for the coalition has fallen but Fianna Fáil’s support remains steady at 26 per cent, according to the latest Irish Times/Ipsos MRBI poll.
Pearse Doherty: Sinn Féin is committed to abolishing the property tax
After the rejection of Sinn Féin’s bill to repeal property tax legislation last night, Pease Doherty writes that the tax could be the tipping point for families across the state.
52pc of voters would scrap Seanad, according to latest opinion poll
The Red C poll for Paddy Power also shows a four-point boost for Fine Gael in the last few weeks.
# fianna-fail - Saturday 8 June, 2013
Revealed: At least 6 Fianna Fáil TDs and most senators to oppose abortion bill
With a free vote, at least a dozen TDs and senators from the main opposition party are likely to oppose the Protection of Life during Pregnancy Bill, according to a survey carried out by TheJournal.ie.
# fianna-fail - Thursday 6 June, 2013
SIPO investigation into FF senator’s council expenses postponed
SIPO has postponed indefinitely an investigation into allegations over Brian Ó Domhnaill’s expenses while on Donegal County Council.
# fianna-fail - Saturday 1 June, 2013
Support for Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael tied in latest opinion poll
The latest Millward Brown poll shows the proportion of undecided voters remains high at 33 per cent – but indicates Fine Gael has gained an increase in support.
# fianna-fail - Friday 31 May, 2013
Martin: ‘Wrong to say someone who supports abortion bill is pro-abortion’
The Fianna Fáil leader said that Catholics should be free to vote with their conscience on the issue.
# fianna-fail - Thursday 30 May, 2013
Fianna Fáil to examine if free votes should be given more often Exclusive
Micheál Martin tells TheJournal.ie that a committee is to examine whether other matters merit a conscience vote.
Fianna Fáil TDs and Senators to have free vote on abortion bill
The party could not reach a unified position on the legislation, so members will be allowed to vote without party instruction.
Poll: Should TDs get a free vote on the abortion legislation?
Fianna Fáil is reported to be set to allow a free vote on legislation which will enshrine the X Case verdict in law, but Enda Kenny has ruled out a similar measure for Fine Gael TDs. What do you think?
# fianna-fail - Wednesday 29 May, 2013
Shatter survives Dáil motion of no confidence with 88-45 win
A government counter-motion supporting Shatter was passed easily in the Dáil this evening.
# fianna-fail - Tuesday 28 May, 2013
Dublin city councillors at odds over increase in… Dublin councillors
Fianna Fáil are opposed to Minister Phil Hogan’s proposals, while Fine Gael, Sinn Féin and Labour support them.
# fianna-fail - Monday 27 May, 2013
Over 130 people with Irish addresses filed for bankruptcy in UK during crisis
Figures also show that 35 people moved to England or Wales last year solely for the purpose of seeking bankruptcy.
# fianna-fail - Sunday 26 May, 2013
Fianna Fáil tie with Fine Gael in latest opinion poll
Micheál Martin’s party gained one point, while Enda Kenny’s FG dropped two.
The 9 at 9: Sunday
Ready for your Sunday morning breakfast? Here are nine things to know before you get started.
# fianna-fail - Friday 24 May, 2013
Fianna Fáil tables Dáil motion of no confidence in Alan Shatter
TDs will debate Fianna Fáil’s motion on Tuesday and Wednesday, with the party saying Shatter’s position is untenable.
# fianna-fail - Thursday 23 May, 2013
Government shocked by creche claims: ‘It’s every parent’s worst nightmare’
The HSE have been in contact with RTÉ and will be shown the undercover footage today.
# fianna-fail - Monday 20 May, 2013
Insolvent borrowers ‘will be named and shamed’ online in new system
Fianna Fáil says the public register of people in insolvency procedures could shame people away from participating.
# fianna-fail - Sunday 19 May, 2013
Majority support abortion where mother’s life is at risk of suicide
The Sunday Independent/Millward Brown poll shows, however, that the numbers opposing the clause are increasing.
# fianna-fail - Saturday 18 May, 2013
Shatter called on to resign over Wallace penalty points row
Sinn Féin’s Deputy Pádraig Mac Lochlainn also said it is “worrying” the Justice Minister mentioned the information on Prime Time.
# fianna-fail - Wednesday 15 May, 2013
Former Green Party senator Dan Boyle plotting political comeback
Boyle is set to run in the local elections next year.
# fianna-fail - Sunday 12 May, 2013
‘Some bankers and civil servants don’t want banking inquiry’ – McGuinness
The government has been seeking to bring forward legislation to strengthen the Oireachtas’ ability to carry out inquiries into matters of public interest in the wake of the rejection of a referendum in 2011.
FLASHBACK: Brian Cowen became Taoiseach five years ago this week
Cowen succeeded Bertie Ahern at the helm of government on May 7, 2008. Here he is, leading a hometown singsong.
# fianna-fail - Wednesday 8 May, 2013
Taoiseach promises: Government is still going to introduce free GP care
“Ultimately the entire population will be covered by free GP services,” Taoiseach Enda Kenny told the Dáil.
Er, what’s happening on the Euronews website?
“Brian Cowen’s government is deeply unpopular…” WHOSE government?
Banks should disclose how ECB rate changes impact its products – Fianna Fáil
Deputy McGrath has called on the Central Bank to force banks to issue a statement following each change to the ECB’s interest rate.
# fianna-fail - Monday 6 May, 2013
Lisa McInerney: Fianna Fáil doesn’t deserve our ear…
…not when the party still owe us a tooth and an eye. So why are many people perversely choosing to drift back=?
# fianna-fail - Saturday 4 May, 2013
Snake oil, champagne-licking Troika: The week’s news skewed
Breaking via The Mire wire: Peter Mathews takes himself hostage and the Womb Repossession Bill takes centre stage.
# fianna-fail - Thursday 2 May, 2013
The Evening Fix… now with added White House GIFS
Here are the things we learned, loved and shared today.
No decision from Fianna Fáil on abortion vote
Following an afternoon meeting, the party said it would not make a decision on legislative proposals.
Former Fianna Fáil councillor shot at while driving with family
There was nobody seriously injured in the incident but Ger Killally received minor injuries when the car he was driving overturned.
Fianna Fáil to discuss abortion bill after lengthy Fine Gael meeting
Fine Gael’s weekly parliamentary party meeting saw over five hours of intense discussion on the draft abortion bill.
# fianna-fail - Tuesday 30 April, 2013
Column: Micheál Martin’s response to anti-immigrant rhetoric was lily-livered
Kevin Sheahan sparked anger in Limerick’s council chamber when he demanded an ‘Irish first’ housing policy, but Micheál Martin has refused to properly sanction these anti-immigrant statements, writes Dr Matt Cannon.
# fianna-fail - Monday 29 April, 2013
Former ‘Independent Fianna Fáil’ TD Harry Blaney dies at 85
A member of a famous dynasty, Blaney was one of the independents who supported Bertie Ahern’s first government in 1997.
# fianna-fail - Sunday 28 April, 2013
Poll: Do you think Fianna Fáil will ever get back into government?
The party has been told today that its brand is still damaged. What do you reckon?
# fianna-fail - Saturday 27 April, 2013
Fewer than one third of people support public sector pay cuts
A new opinion poll has also found that the majority of respondents want the government to try to renegotiate the Croke Park pay agreement.
In full: Micheál Martin’s speech to the Fianna Fáil Ard Fheis
The full text of the Fianna Fáil leader’s speech to his annual party conference – including his support for public sector workers (but without any mention of abortion).
As it happened: Micheál Martin’s keynote speech at the Fianna Fáil Ard Fheis
The Fianna Fáil leader will be delivering his address to his party from 8.30pm. Join us to see what happens.
The Evening Fix… now with added double rainbow in Dublin
Here are the things we learned, loved and shared today.
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