Michael Healy-Rae
IrelandpoliticianMaleb. 19604.5Global Dominance: 0.00%Michael Healy-Rae is an Irish politician and member of the Dáil Éireann, representing the Kerry constituency. Known for his advocacy for local issues, he has served as a junior minister and is recognized for his efforts to secure funding for infrastructure projects in County Kerry. Recently, he and his brother announced over €33 million in grants for road improvements in the region, emphasizing the importance of road maintenance for social and economic connectivity.
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Michael Healy-Rae has said he was 'pulled overboard' by his brother and fellow Independent TD Danny when he resigned as a minister of state in April.
Michael Healy-Rae says brother Danny’s interview effectively sacked him as minister of state – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-02
Michael Healy-Rae lasted little over a year as a minister before he quit the Government.
Does your life lack direction? Too much urgency may be to blame – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-06-01
Michael Healy-Rae, a Minister of State from Co Kerry, had previously opposed plans to cap short-term lets.
Short-term let restrictions will apply to towns with populations over 20,000 after Government rowback – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-10
Michael Healy-Rae is mentioned in comparison to Teresa Costello's social media following.
Next time you come we’ll be telling you you have breast cancer. Bring someone with you’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-08
Michael Healy-Rae had a serious but collegiate chat about the forestry sector with the agriculture and food committee.
U2’s Larry Mullen plays a blinder at the agriculture committee – surely some mistake? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-07
Michael Healy-Rae is also visiting eastern European countries.
Is sending Verona Murphy off to Los Angeles really in the national interest? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-01
Michael Healy-Rae is responsible for policy on forestry and horticulture.
Why is Ireland so badly governed? Here’s why... – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-20
Michael Healy-Rae wore a wig at a festive meeting, bringing a giddy air to the proceedings.
Fianna Fáil election fiasco report bundles Jim Gavin under the bus – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-20
Michael Healy-Rae supported the continuation of fox hunting.
Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, Sinn Féin oppose Bill to ban fox hunting – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-18
Michael Healy-Rae interjected with levity during Richard Boyd Barrett's return to the Dáil.
Cancer services saved Richard Boyd Barrett’s life. Now, he wants to give back – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-06
Michael Healy-Rae was one of the independent supporters present at a press conference for Humphreys.
What went wrong in the Heather Humphreys campaign? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-25
Minister of State for Agriculture Michael Healy-Rae was granted an exemption for his book about life in rural Kerry.
Leo Varadkar defends tax exemption for memoir Speaking My Mind – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-11
Michael Healy-Rae is a Minister of State who expressed his concerns about bike racks outside the parliament.
Martin, resplendent in his single transferable suit, was not ready for Bike Shed Part II – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-01
Michael Healy-Rae agreed to sign Maria Steen's nomination papers during her presidential bid.
Maria Steen reflects on failed bid for presidency – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-27
Michael Healy-Rae publicly supported Fine Gael’s Heather Humphreys despite signing Maria Steen’s papers.
Maria Steen, opponent of marriage equality and abortion, championed as a symbol of choice – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-24
Independent Minister of State Michael Healy-Rae agreed to sign Ms Steen’s nomination papers last Friday.
Maria Steen ‘hopeful’ she can still get on ballot paper for presidential election – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-23
That would make it 13.
Independent Ireland votes to back Maria Steen’s candidacy for president – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-23
Maria Steen received a nomination from Minister of State Michael Healy-Rae.
How many nominations do Independent candidates have so far? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-20
Minister of State Michael Healy-Rae has said he will nominate conservative campaigner Maria Steen to enter the presidential election.
Michael Healy-Rae to nominate Maria Steen to enter presidential election – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-19
Michael Healy-Rae has expressed support for Fine Gael’s candidate Heather Humphreys.
Maria Steen’s route to nomination to contest presidential election narrows – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-12
Michael Healy-Rae needed to be escorted by gardaí during a protest.
‘In the space of an hour five people called me a c**t’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-06
Michael Healy-Rae is an Independent Minister who has also declared support for Humphreys.
President Geldof, Donnelly or Flatley? Is there still a path to the Áras for an Independent? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-04
Michael Healy-Rae is an Independent opposition TD who has backed Heather Humphreys' presidential bid.
Popular Fine Gael matriarch is no stranger to controversy but has broad appeal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-02
Michael Healy-Rae led the push for Heather Humphreys's presidential run.
How Michael Healy-Rae led the push for a Heather Humphreys presidential run – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-23
Michael Healy-Rae is one of the Independent junior Ministers who backed Humphreys.
Strong argument for Micheál Martin to back Heather Humphreys for presidency – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-23
Michael Healy-Rae is one of the Independent Ministers who backed Heather Humphreys.
Strengths and weaknesses of rival Fine Gael presidential candidates – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-20
Michael Healy-Rae is an Independent politician who endorsed Heather Humphreys for the presidential election.
In Heather Humphreys, Fine Gael faithful think they’ve found their first president – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-20
Michael Healy-Rae has said he would support Heather Humphreys' candidacy.
Tony Holohan drops presidential bid to avoid ‘abuse’ of family – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-18
Michael Healy-Rae has expressed support for Heather Humphreys' candidacy.
Heather Humphreys giving ‘very serious’ thought to running for Fine Gael – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-17Independent Minister Michael Healy-Rae has raised the issue of inheritance tax with Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe.
Independent ministers seek changes to inheritance tax system for adults with no children – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-08
