Fetch Irish Independent headlines for a specific section by passing its slug. Get valid slugs from the sections endpoint.
Get Irish Independent section headlines. Returns fresh headlines from one public Irish Independent section feed. The section must be a slug returned by the sections endpoint.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| section | Yes | Irish Independent section slug |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v1.17.5Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden. It states the tool returns fresh headlines from a public feed, implying read-only behavior, but does not disclose any potential side effects, rate limits, or return format specifics. This is adequate for a simple read operation but lacks depth.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is two sentences, front-loaded with the core purpose, and the constraint is stated succinctly. No wasted words, and the structure is clean.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
For a one-parameter headline fetcher with no output schema, the description covers the essential input and output nature. However, it omits details like pagination, number of headlines, or any limitations, and references a dependency on the sections endpoint without elaboration. It is adequate but not fully complete.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema coverage is 100% with the parameter described as 'Irish Independent section slug'. The description adds the crucial constraint that the section must come from the sections endpoint, providing extra semantic value beyond the schema by indicating a dependency on another tool.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the tool retrieves section headlines from the Irish Independent, specifying the resource (section headlines) and the action (get). It is distinct from sibling tools like irishindependent_article or irishindependent_sections by virtue of its name and focus, but it does not explicitly differentiate itself from alternatives.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus siblings such as irishindependent_news, irishindependent_article, or irishindependent_sections. The only constraint mentioned is that the section must be a slug from the sections endpoint, which is a prerequisite but not a usage guideline.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.