The Independents’ policy setting power, unhappy Greens and a perilous position for the Government

Despite the Government’s comfortable defeat of a motion of no confidence this week, the fallout continues as it reacts to the forthcoming lifting of the eviction ban. “They’ve made a hames of it,” according to Pat Leahy.

Jack Horgan Jones analyses how Green support is slipping among young voters and the number of WhatsApp leaks is indicative of a very unhappy party.

Plus, the attitude to the Windsor Framework in Brussels and is Leo Varadkar in the make-or-break phase of his political career?

Hugh’s article of the week is Finn McRedmond’s opinion piece on whether this generation is worse off than its parents.

Matt Williams: Ross Byrne rising to Leinster challenge could help Ireland hit heights in South Africa

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The Movie Quiz: Which Irish seaside town features a statue of Richard Harris?

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‘Jesus Christ, the doors are locked’: The full story of the Stardust fire, with new testimony

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Family affairs: How Ireland’s newly rich are putting money to work in secretive firms

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Pat particularly enjoyed Fintan O’Toole’ grudging admission that he’s finally fallen in love with rugby.

Jack Horgan-Jones recommends Mark Paul’s London Letter, after attending the annual Press and Political Reception at the Irish embassy in Belgravia.