From one former president to another as role is inherited from Mary Robinson

Call comes after two men dismissed from Church duties after marrying same-sex partners

Senator describes decision of Presbyterian leaders as ‘extraordinary’

Former president, whose husband is chancellor of DCU, succeeds Mary Robinson in TCD role

Dermot Lacey says Dublin Joyceans told him noted author wished to be buried in Ireland

Back in their expensively refurbished Upper House, the talk was still resolutely cheap

Expenses claimed since 2015 yet Senator’s site ‘news section’ last updated two years ago

Prominent Irish figures recall their memories of Neil Armstrong’s walk on the moon

Senators fears for problem gamblers ignore need for new legislation for betting industry

Bill unexpectedly passes committee stage after more than 100 hours of Seanad debate

Fears expressed the changes will exacerbate Ireland’s gambling addiction problem

The revolution in Irish laws and social attitudes is one of the major national achievements of the past half-century. But in many corners of the world, the struggle remains as dangerous – and as vital – as it ever was

Radio review: The presenter shows off his digging skills over a racist incident on the train

Activists vow not to give up after crushing court ruling for Africa’s LGBT+ community

Israel’s envoy accuses boycott supporters of pushing an anti-Israel agenda

Teacher claimed would be unconstitutional to prosecute for alleged offence from 1970s

The singer faces calls to boycott next month’s contest. But it is impervious to politics

Power would transfer from ‘unelected officials’ to ‘truly accountable’ politicians.

Bid to curtail debate on Bill defeated by 26 votes to 24 in the Seanad

Minister quotes Lemony Snicket as row in Upper House leads to vote on lunch time