Finian McGrath
Finian McGrath is a former Independent Alliance minister in Ireland, known for his long-standing involvement in politics and for being a mentor to younger politicians. His influence has extended to supporting new candidates in local elections.
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Former superjunior minister Finian McGrath said he was treated as a 'full minister' while attending government meetings.
Court to rule this month on challenges over superjunior ministers’ Cabinet attendance – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-02
Finian McGrath is a former high-chair holder who spoke about the role of super junior ministers.
‘Disco pants’ Niall Quinn could be just the Áras ticket for Fianna Fáil – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-12
Finian McGrath, a super-junior minister, influenced a cabinet decision by threatening to resign.
Super-juniors treated ‘identically’ to senior Ministers, ex-cabinet member Shane Ross tells High Court – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-09
Finian McGrath was a left-leaning Independent TD who supported the Fianna Fáil/Green coalition.
‘Some Independents you would not bring lion-hunting with you’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-31
The commission, appointed in 2017 by then minister of state for disability Finian McGrath, was chaired by senior counsel Marjorie Farrelly.
‘She wasn’t cared for. Who didn’t care for her? And why?’ Grace case report leaves questions unanswered – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-19
Finian McGrath was quoted by Barry Heneghan regarding the 'HENEGHAN DEAL'.
A Barry Heneghan brag and a brazen wheeze by the Soc Dems reveal a lot about Irish politics – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-12
Finian McGrath is a former Independent TD and junior minister who is an adviser to Barry Heneghan.
For Trump, everything is a victoryIreland· 2025-04-11
Finian McGrath, a former minister for disabilities, commented on the 'HENEGHAN DEAL' coming to fruition.
Deal or no deal? Independent TD claims deal with Government on health projects – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-09
Finian McGrath is a former Independent Alliance minister who encouraged Barry Heneghan to run for local election.
Maga senator Sharon Keogan would only love to take Taoiseach’s place at shamrock jamboree – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-08
