Simon Harris

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Simon Harris: The Energetic New Leader Pledging Housing Solutions

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Discover the promises and priorities of Simon Harris as the next potential Taoiseach of Ireland. From housing solutions to cross-border cooperation, find out what's on his agenda!

Simon Harris, the newly appointed leader of Fine Gael, is making waves with his promises to tackle Ireland's housing crisis head-on. In his recent speeches, Harris pledged to fix the housing situation 'once and for all' and vowed to hit the ground running with a surge of new energy in his party. While addressing the issue of a united Ireland, Harris stated that it is not currently a priority, focusing instead on peaceful cross-border cooperation.

Harris's plans include the ambitious goal of building 250,000 homes over the next five years, along with advocating for a 'firmer' immigration system in Ireland. He also called for a peaceful resolution to the crisis in Gaza and emphasized the importance of cross-border cooperation for the island of Ireland. In a surprising move, Harris expressed repulsion towards the actions of the Israeli Prime Minister in a keynote speech, highlighting his stance on humanitarian crises.

In a revealing poll, Fine Gael experienced a slight drop in support after Harris took the helm. Despite this, Harris remains determined to introduce tax changes, increase renters' tax credits, and focus on building a significant number of new homes each year. His vision for Ireland includes closer relations with the UK and building 50,000 homes annually for the next five years.

Simon Harris's leadership marks a shift towards innovative solutions for Ireland's pressing issues. With a focus on housing, immigration, and international relations, Harris's energetic approach is shaping up to be a defining moment in Irish politics.

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Speech of the Leader of Fine Gael, Simon Harris T.D., - Fine Gael (Fine Gael)

A dhaoine uaisle, a chairde, oíche mhaith agaibh go léir agus fáilte go Gaillimh. I am deeply honoured to address you this evening in Ollscoil na Gaillimh ...

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Simon Harris pledges to fix housing 'once and for all' in first ardfheis ... (The Irish Times)

'I'm gonna hit the ground running': Harris promises a 'new energy' will succeed outgoing Taoiseach Leo Varadkar.

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Simon Harris pledges to hit the ground running as next taoiseach (BreakingNews.ie)

The new Fine Gael leader vowed to inject 'new energy' into his party.

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Simon Harris says united Ireland not currently a 'priority' (Kildare Nationalist)

By Cillian Sherlock and Gráinne Ní Aodha, PA. The next leader of the Government has said he is not currently prioritising a united Ireland.

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Simon Harris calls peaceful cross-border cooperation 'precious' (BBC News)

Peaceful co-operation on the island of Ireland is "precious", the taoiseach (Irish prime minister) in waiting has said. Simon Harris was addressing his ...

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Simon Harris pledges 250000 homes over next five years in maiden ... (Business Post)

A promise of more supports for business, tax changes, and call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza in keynote address.

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Revealed: Poll gives no comfort to Fine Gael under new leader ... (Independent.ie)

Fine Gael has seen a one-point drop in support following the appointment of Simon Harris as party leader, according to the latest Sunday Independent/Ireland ...

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Simon Harris promises to introduce 'firmer' immigration system in ... (Newstalk)

Newly-appointed Fine Gael leader Simon Harris has promised to introduce a “firmer” immigration system to Ireland.

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Harris tells Israeli PM that Ireland is repulsed by his actions (Irish Examiner)

In his keynote speech at the Fine Gael Ard Fheis in Galway, the Fine Gael leader said the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza has worsened “before our eyes” and ...

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Renters tax credit should increase to over €1000 along with further ... (Independent.ie)

Mr Harris pledged in his Fine Gael Ard Fheis speech that 250,000 homes will be built in Ireland over the next five years. He also promised to cut taxes, ...

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United Ireland 'a legitimate aspiration' but 'not priority', says ... (Sky News)

In his first interview as Fine Gael leader, Ireland's incoming prime minister Simon Harris tells Sky News he seeks closer relations with the UK and ...

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Lower tax for €50k earners and 50k homes built each year: Simon ... (thejournal.ie)

FINE GAEL LEADER and the next Taoiseach of Ireland Simon Harris has pledged to build 50,000 homes annually for the next five years. At the Fine Gael Ard ...

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Simon Harris calls peaceful cross-border cooperation 'precious' (BBC News)

Peaceful co-operation on the island of Ireland is "precious", the taoiseach (Irish prime minister) in waiting has said. Simon Harris was addressing his ...

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Simon Harris ups the ante with promise of 250000 homes to tackle ... (Independent.ie)

Simon Harris has said the Government will build 250000 houses over the next five years in a promise widely at odds with the Coalition's current housing ...

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250000 homes: Simon Harris makes housing promises at odds with ... (Independent.ie)

Simon Harris has said the Government will build 250000 houses over the next five years in a promise widely at odds with the Coalition's current housing ...

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'Always in a hurry': the rapid rise of Simon Harris, Ireland's 'TikTok ... (The Guardian)

His social media skills have prompted a nickname, the “TikTok taoiseach”. On 9 April the Dáil is expected to confirm Harris, 37, as successor to Leo Varadkar, ...

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Simon Harris: Cabinet reshuffle decision will be 'lonely and difficult' (The Irish Times)

Taoiseach designate says selection will not be about 'personalities' but will be based on 'delivery'

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250000 homes: Simon Harris makes housing promises at odds with ... (Independent.ie)

Simon Harris has said the Government will build 250000 houses over the next five years in a promise widely at odds with the Coalition's current housing ...

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