The first ever Taoiseach rotation is a sign of "political maturity" according to a politics professor, however he warned the Cabinet reshuffle will present issues for the coalition

Former Fine Gael leader Alan Dukes has apologised for comments he made about people from border counties

The remarks from the former Fine Gael leader in the RTÉ documentary series Quinn Country sparked a furious reaction from TDs from the area, with the comments branded as “insulting and offensive”.

McKay has extensive and varied experience as a journalist, is the author of several highly acclaimed books, and is a former Director of the National Women’s Council of Ireland