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Irish leaders say Iran war cannot continue for three weeks

The Taoiseach and Tanaiste reacted to the US president’s suggestion the war could continue for two or three weeks.

Evening Standard · Apr 1

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

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Irish Government agreed on ‘red flags’ with Donald Trump’s Board of Peace

Helen McEntee said: ‘We cannot join a structure that essentially will try to mimic or undermine the UN Security Council.’

Evening Standard · Jan 23

Irish deputy premier meets with Michaela McAreavey family ahead of anniversary

Tanaiste Simon Harris said Ireland would raise the case with Mauritian and UK authorities.

Evening Standard · Nov 5, 2025

Harris says people should be prepared to talk about shape of a new Ireland

The Tanaiste’s comments came after Fine Gael candidate for the Irish presidency suggested a Stormont parliament could be retained in a united Ireland.

Evening Standard · Oct 17, 2025

Woman arrested after threats against Simon Harris released

Earlier this week the Tanaiste said he had received ‘direct threats’ at the weekend, targeting his family.

Evening Standard · Sep 3, 2025

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Higgins leads congratulations for new Pope Leo XIV in Ireland

Irish premier Micheal Martin and Northern Ireland’s First Minister Michelle O’Neill have also congratulated the new pontiff.

Evening Standard · May 8, 2025

New Pope has best wishes of all Irish people – Taoiseach

Political leaders in Ireland have been passing on congratulations at the new Pope was elected in Rome.

The Independent UK · May 8, 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

Delay in trial over peacekeeper’s death in Lebanon ‘not acceptable’ – Harris

The Tanaiste is to visit Irish peacekeeping troops in the country.

Evening Standard · Mar 25, 2025

Israel blocking Gaza aid risks lives – Tanaiste

Simon Harris said he was concerned that the situation could lead to Irish aid stocks in Jordan not being able to reach their destination.

The Independent UK · Mar 2, 2025

Harris reiterates support for Omagh public inquiry in Benn meeting

The Tanaiste met with Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn in Dublin on Wednesday evening.

The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2025

Irish deputy premier and Northern Ireland Secretary to meet in Dublin

Tanaiste Simon Harris and Hilary Benn will hold their first in-person meeting

Evening Standard · Feb 26, 2025

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Evening Standard · Jan 24, 2025

Simon Harris and Hilary Benn have ‘warm and engaging’ conversation

Mr Harris said he and Mr Benn discussed repealing and replacing the Legacy Act as well as commitments under the newly formed Irish Government.

Evening Standard · Dec 10, 2024

Labour leader holds exploratory coalition talks with Fianna Fail and Fine Gael

Ivana Bacik held separate meetings with Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris and Tanaiste and Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin on Tuesday.

Evening Standard · Dec 8, 2024

Party talks to intensify in bid to agree new Irish coalition government

Fianna Fail was the clear winner of the recent poll, securing 48 of the Dail’s 174 seats, ahead of Sinn Fein on 39 and Fine Gael on 38.

Evening Standard · Dec 3, 2024

UK and Irish governments commit to finding ‘way through’ legacy disagreements

Labour committed to repealing and replacing the Legacy Act but have kept the Independent Commission for Reconciliation and Information Recovery.

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Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2024

Voting continues in Irish General Election

Voting in the Irish General Election continued into Friday evening after a quick campaign that focused on the country’s most pressing issues.

Evening Standard · Nov 29, 2024

Irish political leaders urge people to vote in ‘close-fought’ General Election

The country’s deputy premier Micheal Martin encouraged people to brave the wet and windy weather and to use their vote.

The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2024

Fiery exchanges in the first televised leaders debate of Irish general election

Simon Harris and Mary Lou McDonald clashed several times during the wide-ranging and hotly-anticipated leaders’ debate.

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2024

Taoiseach and Tanaiste say they would shun coalition with Sinn Fein

Simon Harris and Micheal Martin were speaking during a televised debate involving 10 parties.

Evening Standard · Nov 8, 2024

‘Time is right’ for Irish election, says Harris as candidates hit campaign trail

The parties have already began to set out their stall on housing, immigration and childcare as they vie for votes on November 29.

Evening Standard · Nov 6, 2024

Irish leaders congratulate Donald Trump on US election victory

Taoiseach Simon Harris and Tanaiste Micheal Martin have pledged to maintain Ireland’s historic links with the US.

The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2023

Another 25 Irish citizens expected to be able to leave Gaza, says Ireland’s deputy premier

This will bring total number of Irish citizens and dependants who have left Gaza in recent days to 51

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