Dublin Central, Galway West Byelections Set for May 22; Sinn Féin Ard Fheis Begins
Byelections in Dublin Central and Galway West are scheduled for May 22. Sinn Féin's Ard Fheis begins today, with Michelle O’Neill speaking Friday. Other news includes homelessness figures, a judge's comments on character references, and union warnings about a potential «winter of discontent.»
Byelections for Dublin Central and Galway West constituencies are scheduled to occur on May 22. The upcoming contests will determine the candidates and the key issues expected to influence voters.
Sinn Féin's Ard Fheis is set to commence today, with Michelle O’Neill slated to deliver a significant keynote address on Friday evening.
New figures presented in the Dáil indicate that 10 percent of Ireland’s homeless population resides on a single street within Dublin city centre. Meanwhile, a former High Court judge has stated that character references do not diminish the severity or gravity of criminal offenses. This statement follows revelations that a former Teachta Dála (TD) provided such a reference prior to the sentencing of Daniel Ramamoorthy for child sex offenses.
Trade union leaders are issuing warnings of a potential «winter of discontent,» citing concerns over the escalating cost of living and the impending expiration of the current public sector pay deal at the end of June.