Peadar Tóibín
Peadar Tóibín is an Irish politician and leader of the Aontú party, known for advocating for issues related to social justice and national identity. He has been a vocal critic of government policies, particularly in the areas of healthcare and immigration, and has played a significant role in raising awareness about the costs and implications of accommodating international protection applicants in Ireland.
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Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín also referred to it when taking to the media.
Indignation Ireland leader was still fuming as new TDs took their seats – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-05-27
Peadar Tóibín told reporters his party is 'furious with the Government' over the cost of energy.
Aontú accuses Government of ‘carbon tax gouging’ as fuel prices rise due to Iran conflict – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-03-07
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín pointed to the difficulties of remote working and said family life and distractions can reduce productivity.
Ireland’s remote working law is ‘an act of fraud against commuters’, Labour TD tells Dáil – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-19
Peadar Tóibín is the leader of Aontú who called for Paschal Donohoe to answer questions regarding the funding.
Finance committee votes against seeking Donohoe’s attendance over State’s €141.4m World Bank contribution – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-15
Peadar Tóibín’s intervention on the shocking death toll due to religious persecution in Nigeria and Sudan.
We need secular schools, but also schools that believe in what the nativity play embodies – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-02
Peadar Tóibín, the leader of Áontu, attempted to support Elma Beirne during the meeting.
Meath homebuyers fear for future after liquidator appointed to housing estate developer – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-19
Peadar Tóibín was mentioned in the context of seating arrangements during the inauguration.
They had seven years to prepare and yet the inauguration was only grand – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-15
Peadar Tóibín said key problems are not being tackled in the housing crisis.
Opposition criticises Government’s housing action plan as trying to ‘turn water into wine’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-13
Ruth Coppinger criticized Peadar Tóibín for sitting at the front during the inauguration.
Connolly’s inauguration was a bit like a big Irish wedding, solemn and joyous – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-12
Peadar Tóibín used the campaign to promote himself and his party.
The winners and losers of the presidential election – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-25
Peadar Tóibín – Steen’s doughty champion – has made a start with a motion calling for a referendum.
No, Maria Steen wasn’t robbed and the election isn’t rigged – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-22
Peadar Tóibín played a vital role in securing votes for Maria Steen.
Here’s why you should vote for Jim Gavin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-20
Peadar Tóibín threatened a vote of confidence in the Government as a whole.
Micheál Martin and Simon Harris are not doomed. Yet – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-18Peadar Tóibín is the Aontú leader who discusses his favorite books on the show.
RTÉ’s twisty new soap opera stars Ray D’Arcy and, now, Brendan Courtney – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-17
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín said on Tuesday that his party would next week table a no-confidence motion in Mr Harris.
Confidence vote in Harris to be pushed through to avoid presidential race disruption – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-14
Peadar Tóibín referenced Fianna Fáil’s election issues during the discussions.
Everyone is knocking great enjoyment out of the Fianna Fáil drama which overshadowed budget day – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-08
Peadar Tóibín is the leader of Aontú who believes the political dynamic in Ireland is pro-Government and anti-Government.
Where next for the conservative right after Maria Steen’s failed presidential bid? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-03
Peadar Tóibín contacted the author to discuss the nomination for the presidential election.
Why I didn’t nominate Maria Steen for the presidency – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-01
Peadar Tóibín, the Aontú leader who promoted Steen’s candidacy.
If conservatives like Maria Steen want to have an impact, they need to do three things better – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-29
Peadar Tóibín was lobbying hard for Maria Steen's nomination.
Fierce blame game as Maria Steen’s backers point fingers in wake of failed presidential campaign – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-24
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín has been marshalling support for Ms Steen.
Maria Steen protests being shut out of presidential race after nominations shortfall – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-24Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín, who led efforts to get Oireachtas nominations for Maria Steen, has criticised Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and certain Independents who 'puled the ladder up' and failed to back Ms Steen.
Maria Steen criticises ‘oppressive’ political consensus after failing to secure nomination – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-24
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín – who has been spearheading efforts to generate Oireachtas nominations for Ms Steen - set out the very tight timescale left for her to secure nominations last night.
Maria Steen now just two nominations from being able to contest presidential election – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-24Peadar Tóibín represented the No side in the abortion debate against Simon Harris and Maria Steen.
The Iona Institute barrister hoping to become president of Ireland – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-23
It’s thought Kerry Independent TD Danny Healy-Rae will follow his brother Michael’s decision and agree to sign the nomination papers today.
Independent Ireland votes to back Maria Steen’s candidacy for president – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-23
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín has been attempting to marshall support for Ms Steen’s candidacy.
Gareth Sheridan fails to secure presidential nomination from Meath County Council – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-22
Peadar Tóibín is the leader of Aontú and is attempting to gather support for Maria Steen's candidacy.
Facebook posts about Jim Gavin removed for violating standards – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-22
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín said on Friday that he is 'confident' 12 TDs and Senators have committed to nominating her.
Michael Healy-Rae to nominate Maria Steen to enter presidential election – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-19
Peadar Tóibín is the leader of Aontú and is nominating Maria Steen for the presidential race.
Sinn Féin will endorse presidential candidate with ‘plenty of Irish’, says McDonald – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-18
Peadar Tóibín discussed efforts to corral Oireachtas members to nominate Maria Steen for entry into the presidential election.
On Dáil’s first day back, Eoin Hayes looked lost and unsure where to sit – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-17
