Counting is ongoing at Trinity College Dublin, where Independent senators Lynn Ruane and Tom Clonan have retained their seats.

Ms Higgins was elected without reaching the quota with 8,822 votes, as the remaining surplus would not assist the next candidates: consultant geriatrician Rónán Collins (4,357) and the Green Party’s ...

The Irish Government has appointed 19 Ministers of State - or 'Junior Ministers' - in addition to last week's four 'Super Junior Ministers.' ...

The Government has defended itself against criticism after promised corrective action on gender balance failed to materialise ...