FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 4 - Caught on Camera

Taoiseach concerned about risk of wider conflict following Iran strikes

Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald described the missile strikes on Iran as ‘unprovoked military aggression’.

Evening Standard · Feb 28

Congratulations pour in for Jessie Buckley after Bafta win

The Taoiseach and Tanaiste congratulated the Co Kerry actress on Sunday night

Evening Standard · Feb 22

Simon Harris congratulates Jessie Buckley after historic Bafta win

The Tanaiste congratulated the Irish actress after she won the Best Actress award.

Evening Standard · Feb 22

Sinn Fein urges Starmer to intervene in case of pro-Palestine hunger strikers

The hunger strike began in early November in protest at being held in custody while awaiting trial.

Evening Standard · Dec 18, 2025

Harris takes finance post in Irish Cabinet reshuffle

Ireland’s deputy premier Simon Harris has assumed the position as Finance Minister in a Cabinet reshuffle prompted by a high-profile resignation.

Evening Standard · Nov 18, 2025

Dignitaries gather for inauguration of Catherine Connolly as Irish president

The ceremony is taking place at Dublin Castle.

Evening Standard · Nov 11, 2025

Lough Neagh algae blight is significant crisis for all Ireland, says McDonald

Sinn Fein president Mary-Lou McDonald said there should be a national focus on the issue, including from the Irish Government.

Evening Standard · Nov 3, 2025

Questions remain over Catherine Connolly’s ‘new republic’

Catherine Connolly said her supporters had come together to “shape a new Republic”.

Evening Standard · Oct 25, 2025

Congratulations for Connolly as victory in presidential election looks imminent

The leaders of Ireland’s main political parties have congratulated the independent candidate.

Evening Standard · Oct 25, 2025

Catherine Connolly needed Sinn Fein support – McDonald

Leaders of parties which backed the independent candidate have been congratulating her ahead of an expected decisive victory.

Evening Standard · Oct 25, 2025