Rowdy scenes erupted while the Irish PM attempted to explain a new government proposal for speaking rights.

Opposition parties unite against new bid to give government-supporting politicians extra Dáil time.

Mary Lou McDonald and the taoiseach clashed in the Dáil (Irish parliament) over housing on Wednesday.

The leaders of the new Irish coalition government confirm 11 nominees to Seanad Éireann (Irish Senate).

The Dáil has not sat for two weeks following a dispute over speaking rights for a group of Independent TDs

The ruling means the group of six TDs cannot contribute to Leaders' Questions in the Dáil every week.

The election of the taoiseach (Irish prime minister) has been delayed after parliament was suspended amid chaotic scenes in the chamber.

Verona Murphy called for a 15 minute suspension after Teachtaí Dála (TDs) refused to "stop shouting" at her and take their seats.