Michael Healy-Rae resigns from Irish Government amid fuel cost protests
Michael Healy-Rae resigned from his position as Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture on April 14, 2026, citing the government's failure to listen to the public amid ongoing fuel cost protests.His departure marks a significant shift in the Irish government's coalition dynamics.Healy-Rae's resignation was announced in the Dáil chamber, where he expressed that he could no longer support the government in good conscience.He highlighted the emotional impact of seeing people distressed over rising diesel prices as a key factor in his decision.The resignation reduces the government's majority from 94 to 92 TDs, with both Healy-Rae brothers now sitting... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Apr 2026 17:36 LONDON
