'Jesus, he really is a tosser': Four winners and two losers of the week
This political roundup evaluates the performance of Irish government officials, highlighting Taoiseach Micheal Martin's address to the European Parliament regarding the Middle East. It also discusses domestic issues like the Metrolink project and the acquisition of the Carlton Cinema site.
Why it matters
It provides a summary of current Irish political discourse and government accountability regarding major infrastructure projects and foreign policy.
EVERY WEEKEND, OUR political team casts an eye over the events inside and outside Leinster House that have people talking.
The article balances praise for the Taoiseach's international stance with criticism regarding domestic project transparency.
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