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Andy Burnham, a prominent Labour politician, is facing increasing pressure to be transparent about his tax policies and is being scrutinized for his political past and ability to answer tough questions.
Party leader also talks about challenges of combining motherhood and politics
Holly Cairns commented that Sinn Féin is 'at a crossroads' and needs to reassess its direction after failing to win a seat in Dublin Central and having a candidate eliminated in Galway West.
A recent poll indicates Holly Cairns as Ireland's most popular leader, with Mary Lou McDonald ranking as the next most favored for Taoiseach.
A recent poll shows Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin is now tied with Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns as the most popular party leader in Ireland.
Late night TV hosts made fun of Donald Trump for misgendering President Connolly, while Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns criticized Martin for not defending Connolly.
The long-dominant Healy-Rae political empire in Kerry is experiencing internal divisions due to disagreements over supporting the government, raising questions about the future of the family's brand.
New TD Daniel Ennis of the Social Democrats aims to challenge "hateful language" around migration after the party secured a by-election victory, eyeing nationwide gains.
The leader of the Social Democrats, Holly Cairns, has described the bye-elections as "monumental" for her party.
Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns has warned the Government that its modular homes plans risk throwing renters "to the wolves."
An analysis explores the ongoing 'battle for the soul of the left' in Irish politics, focusing on the rivalry between Ivana Bacik and Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns as they vie to capture the left vote.
A new poll shows record high support for the Social Democrats in Ireland, with party leader Holly Cairns also experiencing a rise in popularity.
Holly Cairns, leader of the Social Democrats, has announced she is expecting her second child in October. She plans to take maternity leave in the autumn.
Fionnán Sheahan's opinion piece attributes blame to Micheál Martin and Mary Lou McDonald for making poor candidate choices in two recent by-elections, while noting Simon Harris's success and Holly Cairns' emergence as a new opposition force.
Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael TDs will be granted a free vote on the Social Democrats' proposed abortion legislation, with party leader Holly Cairns highlighting current law shortcomings.
A new poll conducted by the Sunday Independent/Ireland Thinks indicates that Irish leaders Micheál Martin and Holly Cairns are tied for public support, both holding an approval rating of 39%.
A fact-check investigates claims by anti-abortion campaigners that Irish politician Holly Cairns misled the Dáil with her comments regarding the number of women traveling to the UK for abortions.