Politicians may like to be cool – and political parties in Ireland have been investing heavily in boosting their social media presence. Simon Harris posting a selfie in a bucket hat and sunglasses at an Oasis gig was just cringy. Simon Harris at Oasis in Croke Park. Maybe it has changed some people’s view of Simon Harris; that could be the case”. [ Who are the 19 special advisers to Micheál Martin and Simon Harris, and what do they do?Opens in new window ]

Source: The Irish Times February 02, 2026 13:31 UTC