EU-US negotiations ‘likely’ – Simon Harris Ireland’s deputy premier met with US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick in Washington DC on Wednesday. Evening Standard · Apr 10, 2025
Ireland’s deputy premier Harris to meet commerce secretary Lutnick in US Ireland’s deputy premier Simon Harris will meet US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick, a key critic of the Irish Government’s fiscal policies. The Independent UK · Apr 8, 2025
EU Split On Targeting US Tech Over Trump Tariffs Should the European Union target US Big Tech and services in response to President Donald Trump's tariff onslaught? International Business Times · Apr 7, 2025
US may not have realised complexity of pharma tariffs, Martin suggests The US may not have understood the complexity of tariffs on EU pharmaceuticals when it was first suggested, the Irish premier Micheal Martin has said. Evening Standard · Apr 3, 2025
Firms in Northern Ireland anxious about Trump tariffs, O’Neill says Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly said it was important that any retaliatory EU tariffs on the US did not penalise Northern Ireland. Evening Standard · Apr 3, 2025
Trump tariff announcements ‘deeply regrettable’, NI Economy Minister says Caoimhe Archibald said she had already engaged with representatives of the UK and Irish governments on the issue. Evening Standard · Apr 3, 2025
Need for ‘maturity’ in EU-US talks on tariffs, Harris says His assessment came after US President Donald Trump announced that he was imposing a sweeping 20% tariff on imports from the EU. Evening Standard · Apr 3, 2025
‘No justification’ for US tariffs, Irish premier says There is ‘no justification’ for US tariffs on the EU which will impact Ireland, Irish premier Micheal Martin has said. Evening Standard · Apr 2, 2025
Impact of tariffs laid bare on eve of ‘significant day in history of the world’ Ireland and European leaders are braced for US President Donald Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ for the US economy. The Independent UK · Apr 1, 2025
Pharmaceutical exports could be cut by half if tariffs apply, Tanaiste warns Simon Harris said the tariffs were regrettable and ultimately bad for consumers. Evening Standard · Apr 1, 2025
EU response to tariffs will be ‘strategic’ to avoid more damage – Irish premier Micheal Martin also said he wants to see a ‘landing zone’ agreed to enable companies and the economy to ‘enjoy a bit of stability’. Evening Standard · Mar 31, 2025
EU must work ‘in measured fashion’ in face of tariffs – Irish deputy premier Simon Harris is expected to emphasise the importance of the European Union working closely together. The Independent UK · Mar 30, 2025
Defence Forces commander ‘proud and privileged’ to lead mission It is Lieutenant General Sean Clancy’s last overseas trip in the role. The Independent UK · Mar 27, 2025
Dail speaker ‘fully intends’ to stay on as opposition plan no confidence vote Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy also ‘categorically’ rejected the opposition’s accusations of partiality. Evening Standard · Mar 26, 2025
Evening Standard · Mar 26, 2025 Lebanese ministers offer ‘assurance’ to Harris over Irish soldier death Ireland’s deputy premier raised the case of Private Sean Rooney in a meeting with ministers ahead of a visit to troops currently serving in Lebanon.
Evening Standard · Mar 26, 2025 Ireland increases aid to Lebanon Ireland will double its local community funding in Lebanon, the country’s deputy premier has announced.
The Independent UK · Mar 26, 2025 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.
Evening Standard · Mar 26, 2025 Deputy premier calls for ‘restoration of decorum’ in Irish parliament Opposition leaders are to meet on Wednesday morning after the Dail was disrupted amid a row on speaking time changes.
The Independent UK · Mar 26, 2025 Irish deputy premier to reaffirm ‘unwavering commitment’ to UN Lebanon mission Simon Harris is visiting Lebanon this week against a backdrop of heightened tensions with Israel.
Evening Standard · Mar 25, 2025 Harris discussed Irish surplus with US critic who got figure wrong – spokesman Ireland’s deputy premier Simon Harris held a late-night call with US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick.
Evening Standard · Mar 25, 2025 Delay in trial over peacekeeper’s death in Lebanon ‘not acceptable’ – Harris The Tanaiste is to visit Irish peacekeeping troops in the country.
The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2025 Harris holds call with ‘tax scam’ critic in US administration Ireland’s deputy premier has held a phone call with the US Secretary of Commerce.
Evening Standard · Mar 25, 2025 Ireland’s deputy premier to highlight memory of peacekeeper during Lebanon trip Tanaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Harris will highlight Private Sean Rooney who was killed in the region in 2022.
Evening Standard · Mar 21, 2025 Ireland’s deputy premier describes ‘travel chaos’ amid Heathrow disruption The Dublin – Heathrow route, the second busiest air route in Europe, was severely impacted.
Evening Standard · Mar 21, 2025 Further US tariffs ‘highly likely’, Irish deputy premier warns Simon Harris convened a sitting of the Irish Government’s Trade Forum on Friday which was focused on the potential impact of the tariffs.