A government TD's calling for the expulsion of more Russian diplomats and its Ambassador over the war in Ukraine.
Four embassy officials have been asked to leave, after government received updated security advice.
The Taoiseach said their actions weren't in accordance with international standards of diplomatic behaviour.
The Russian Embassy says the move wouldn't go unanswered by Moscow.
Fine Gael's European affairs spokesperson, Neale Richmond, believes government should go further
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The 12th pre-inquest hearing into the Stardust fire tragedy in Dublin is taking place today.
48 people died in the blaze in a ballroom in Artane in 1981.
The inquest itself has been hit by several delays, and there's no confirmed date for it to begin.
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The Agriculture Minister says he's 'acutely aware' of the challenges facing pig-farmers.
Charlie McConalogue met the IFA last night to discuss the future of the sector.
Pig-farmers protested outside his department yesterday morning, calling for a 100 million euro rescue package.
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The CBA Cork Business of the Year Award finalists have been announced.
The awards recognise businesses and individuals working across a variety of sectors in the city and the overall winners will be announced on the 23rd of April.
Categories include Best New Business, Best Hotel, Best Retail Business and Best Digital Business.
A full list of the finalists is available on the CBA website.