All articles by Patrick Murphy

Patrick Murphy: There's nothing new in Irish history

Columnists 03 Mar, 2023

There is nothing new in Irish history.

Patrick Murphy: Politicians’ pursuit of own agendas created the protocol problem

Columnists 24 Feb, 2023

Apart from earthquakes and volcanoes, all the problems in the world are caused by people.

Patrick Murphy: SF’s populist path to government in Dublin now less certain

Columnists 17 Feb, 2023

WHEN placards at anti-immigration protests attack Mary Lou McDonald, we appear to be entering an era of unease and uncertainty in Irish society.

Patrick Murphy: Was the peace process finally secured by a bomb?

Columnists 10 Feb, 2023

CARELESSNESS, coincidence or conspiracy? Those are the only possible conclusions which the forthcoming Omagh bomb inquiry can reach.

Patrick Murphy: The assembly is the problem, not the solution

Columnists 04 Feb, 2023

ON an island renowned for mythology, legend and story, our politicians have created a new myth.

Patrick Murphy: Asking the question why?

Columnists 28 Jan, 2023

WHY? That’s the question which will remain unanswered if the British government’s legacy bill becomes law and effectively offers an amnesty for those involved in the Troubles.