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Confusion as to what conduct is unbecoming for Fianna Fáil
One hundred per cent of respondents to a Mire A.R.S.E. poll do not understand why Senator Ivor Callely was last night suspended from membership of Fianna Fáil, over allegations of “conduct unbecoming” a member of the organisation. »
New political party to reinstate lavish expenses for good of nation
Senior members of Fianna Fáil are considering forming a new political party to reinstate lavish unvouched expenses for the good of the country. »
Cowen seizes moment to rebrand Fianna Fáil as Fine Gael fail
Taoiseach Brian Cowen has told Fianna Fáil TDs to stop worrying about silly distractions like opinion polls and reality and focus on reimagining the Fianna Fáil brand. »
Strong sense of vindication as Govt gets full credit for banking crisis
There was a strong sense of vindication in the Taoiseach’s office this morning after the Government received full credit in two reports for creating the banking crisis. »
Boost for unemployed as Ahern decriminalises begging
In the first sign that the Government is prepared to act on behalf of people who have lost their jobs and are struggling with their mortgages, Justice Minister Dermot Ahern has announced that begging will no longer be a criminal offence. »
Volcanic ash Dáil committee drew allowances but never met
The Dáil committee responsible for volcanic ash continued to draw allowances and expenses despite not meeting for several centuries, The Mire has learned. »
Enda Kenny to whisper sweet nothings while riding you bareback
An Enda Kenny-led government will whisper sweet nothings in your ear while riding you bareback, a Fine Gael party conference in Killarney was told. »
TDs accuse Ryan of trying to bring politics into repute
Minister for Communications Eamon Ryan has been accused of trying to bring politics into repute by saying the Government would help homeowners struggling to pay their mortgages. »
Bank crisis inquiry to proceed with ‘mental reservation’
The Mire understands that Fianna Fail and Green Party negotiators have reached a compromise that will allow some elements of the inquiry into the banking crisis to be heard in public. »
Enda Kenny to abolish Dail, Fine Gael and himself
In a radical move that has sent shockwaves through the political system Fine Gael leader and Taoiseach in waiting Enda Kenny has said that he will abolish the Dail and the office of Taoiseach when he becomes Taoiseach. »