Dail speaker ‘fully intends’ to stay on as opposition plan no confidence vote
The speaker of the Irish parliament has said she intends to continue in her role in the face of a motion of no confidence by the opposition. Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy also “categorically” rejected ...
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Clitheroe by-election to be held same day as local election
A by-election will be held in St Mary’s ward, Clitheroe, on Thursday, May 1, following the death of former councillor Bill Holden last month.
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Today's death and funeral notices from Mayo
The following are the latest death and funeral notices from the county. Predeceased by her husband Michael, her son Eugene, grandson Conor, her brothers, Michael, John, Paddy, and Joseph and her ...
Opposition leaders declare no confidence in Dail speaker
Verona Murphy faced criticism for her handling of an acrimonious sitting on Tuesday when contentious changes to speaking rights were voted through.
Huge change as Queen Mary, Prince Frederik break royal tradition
Queen Mary and King Frederik of Denmark are again breaking with tradition in a show of unity, with their use of a joint royal ...