National News from Monday, February 23rd, 2026

Minister Lawless says the priority is to "support students" and improve access to the full college experience.

The data also shows a significant jump in the number of Garda vehicles written off, rising from 15 in 2024 to 41 last year, with two more write-offs recorded in January.

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A new student accommodation strategy is being developed by Higher Education Minister and Kildare North TD James Lawless, with plans to deliver 42,000 beds in the next 10 years.

They were two of seven people killed in road collisions on Saturday, making it the deadliest day on our roads in almost a decade

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The IFA has been demonstrating since the end of January, after concerns were raised over Bord Bia’s chairperson Larry Murrin and his company’s connection with Brazilian beef

Emergency services stood down overnight, with operations set to resume today.

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Jessie Buckley took home the award at last night's ceremony.

16-year-old Mia Lily Keogh O'Keeffe was killed while walking her dog in Navan, County Meath.

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Legislation is being fast-tracked to strengthen the country's security at sea, as threats grow.