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During a Dáil debate on Wednesday, Clare Fianna Fáil TD, Cathal Crowe criticised Israel's "eye-for-an-eye approach" in the aftermath of the Hamas-led 7 October 2023 attack on southern Israel, and compared it to Britian's approach to Ireland. Yesterday, after a wave of criticism, he apologised. He discusses the incident with Gavin Jennings.

John and Sarah devote most of this week's episode to the cost of living, and the various ways Irish families are feeling financial pressure. Also: Nick Delehanty runs for President; Cathal Crowe defends the Brits; and the Children's Hospital remains a disaster.

Political Correspondent, Mícheál Lehane reports on the latest incidents at Leinster House.

Joe is joined by Fianna Fáil TD for Clare, Cathal Crowe, to discuss the recent call he made in the Dáil for learner drivers to be allowed to drive unaccompanied. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Clare TD claims nobody in Ireland has a 'cultural or traditional' right to the ownership of horses. Speaking in the Dáil, deputy Cathal Crowe, raised the issue of horse control and the lack of adherence with The 1996 Control of Horses Act. He was made aware of the negative picture painted of Ireland's animal welfare policy by images of a horse tethered to a pole outside a supermarket sent by an American tourist visiting the county last week. The Meelick Fianna Fail TD says if someone wishes to own a horse, they must let them live in fields, rather than tying them to poles in public spaces.

New data from the Road Safety Authority shows 83,000 applicants were awaiting a test in April. It's now been suggested that learner drivers be allowed to drive unaccompanied. For reaction to this Leo Lieghio, Vice President of the Irish Road Victims Association & Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fail TD & member of the Oireachtas Transport Committee.

Fianna Fáil TD for Clare and Member of the Oireactas Transport committee, Cathal Crowe believes learner drivers should be allowed to drive without being accompanied in the car by a licenced driver. Cathal explained why to Newstalk Breakfast and in response we spoke to Motoring Expert, Geraldine Herbert.

Fianna Fáil TD for Clare and Member of the Oireactas Transport committee, Cathal Crowe believes learner drivers should be allowed to drive without being accompanied in the car by a licenced driver. Cathal explained why to Newstalk Breakfast and in response we spoke to Motoring Expert, Geraldine Herbert.

Fianna Fáil TD for Clare  came in to studio to chat on all things politics including UHL, Shannon Airport and more.  Originally broadcast as part of Saturday Chronicle 26th April 2025 hosted by Daragh Leamy and Stephen Minogue. Saturday Chronicle is Sponsored by JAMES M NASH AND DERG KITCHEN DESIGN http://dergkitchendesign.ie Message or what's app the studio on 089 2582647 or email sbcrstudio@gmail.com

On Wednesday's Morning Focus, we were joined by Cathal Crowe. The Meelick Fianna Fáil TD was refuting reports he called for the reinstatement of Shannon Airport Stopover Rule. The rule, which compelled transatlantic flights to the Republic of Ireland to stop at the Clare airport, was ended in 2008, following the EU-US ‘Open Skies' agreement. According to the trade publication Travel Extra, Deputy Crowe had recently called for legislation demanding that flights stop at Shannon, in line with the “stopover” rule. This led to the CEO the DAA, Kenny Jacobs describing any resurrection of the rule as “bizarre”. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Owner of Travel Extra, Eoghan Corry.

Clare Fianna Fáil TD, Cathal Crowe has strongly shut down suggestions that the Government is seeking to introduce water charges and has hit-out at ‘disingenuous' social media comments relating to water charges from Shannon Sinn Fein TD, Donna McGettigan. A Sinn Féin Bill on Water Services was debated in the Dáil earlier and was defeated following a vote. On social media in recent days, Deputy McGettigan accused Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and Independents of allowing water charges to be introduced following the vote. However, Deputy Crowe has hit out at the accusation. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fianna Fáil TD, Cathal Crowe, and Sinn Féin TD, Donna McGettigan.

A Clare TD is refuting reports he called for the reinstatement of the “stopover” rule at Shannon Airport. In 2008, the Government put an end to the rule, which compelled transatlantic flights to the Republic of Ireland to stop at the Clare airport. According to a trade publication, the Meelick Fianna Fáil TD, Cathal Crowe had recently called for legislation demanding that flights stop at Shannon, in line with the “stopover” rule. This led to the CEO of the Dublin Airport Authority – the DAA – describing any resurrection of the rule as “bizarre”. For more on this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Meelick FF TD and Shannon Airport Oireachtas Group Chair Cathal Crowe. Photo(C): https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=878893940945468&id=100064746096591&set=a.561396562695209

Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Clare and Chair of the Shannon Airport Oireachtas Group, joins the show to explain why regional airports like Shannon must seize the opportunity to attract more flights while the Dublin Airport passenger cap remains in place.Listen here.

Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Clare and Chair of the Shannon Airport Oireachtas Group, joins the show to explain why regional airports like Shannon must seize the opportunity to attract more flights while the Dublin Airport passenger cap remains in place.Listen here.

The Tánaiste says a calm response is needed to Donald Trump's tariffs. The US President last night announced a 20 per cent penalty on all goods imported from the EU. In his Liberation Day announcement at the White House he promised economic freedom for American workers. Donald Trump described his tariffs announcement as a key day in US history... Trump Liberation Day Tariffs European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen says the consequences of Donald Trump's tariffs will be 'immense'... Von Der Leyen Liberation Day Tariffs The 20 percent tariff on all goods imported from the EU means Irish exporters - including those in the food and drink sectors -will face tougher competition from those north of the border who are facing tariffs of just 10 per cent. Speaking outside Government Buildings, Tanaiste Simon Harris said the response needs to be calm... Simon Harris Liberation Day Tariffs To discuss this further, Alan Morrisseyw was joined by Ennis and DCU Economist, Micheál Collins, and Kilkishen-based Associate Professor in the Department of Politics at University of Limerick, Dr Chris McInerney. Alan Then was joined by Meelick Fianna Fail TD, Cathal Crowe, and Michael McNamara, Scariff Independent.

More than 1,000 flights will be affected by the Heathrow closure today.At least 70 flights to and from Heathrow from airports on the island of Ireland are impacted, including 34 flights at Dublin Airport, 14 at Belfast City Airport and 8 at Shannon.It's not yet known the impact this will have on flights over the weekend…So, have you been impacted?Andrea is joined by LBC Presenter, Shelagh Fogarty, Dublin Airport Authority Media Relations Manager, Graeme McQueen, Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil Aviation Spokesperson and TD for Clare and listeners to discuss.Image: London Fire Brigade

Early this morning, several schools in Clare were sent a threatening email – claiming a plan to attack schools…Many of the schools closed as a precaution, and texted parents to have them pick up their kids.The schools are now reopening, and Andrea is joined by some of those affected, as well as Páraic McMahon, Head of News for the Clare Echo and Clare TD for Fianna Fáil Cathal Crowe, to discuss what exactly happened.

There are calls being made for a clampdown of illegal encampments in Clare. It comes after the recent movement of an encampment of a number of caravans in the Cappahard estate on the Tulla Road in Ennis, which had been in place for a number of months. However, it has now moved to Waterpark House in Drumbiggle. Meelick Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe wants to see a clampdown on illegal encampments. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fianna Fáil TD, Cathal Crowe. Photo (c): Modfos from Getty Images

There have been conversations held around the country about Storm Éowyn and how the government has handled their response to the storm. Storm restoration work continues again at first light today. Around 164 homes, farms, and businesses connected to the grid at Ennis North. Ennistymon are among 25,000 properties which are now eleven days without power. To find out information on efforts to restore power in Clare, Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare Area Technical Manager, Michael Sammin. To get the views of some of Clare's other TDs, Alan Morrissey was joined by Meelick Fianna Fáil TD, Cathal Crowe, and Bodyke Fine Gael TD, Joe Cooney. Photo © Oireachtas.ie

A Clare TD has called for the Special Criminal Court to put manners on Clare's feuding families. It follows a number of violent incidents that occurred in this county over the festive period, with several videos widely circulating online. Meelick deputy, Cathal Crowe, has written to both the Chief Superintendent of the Clare-Tipperary Garda Division, Aileen Magner, and to Garda Commissioner Drew Harris on the matter. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Cathal Crowe. Photo (c) Pixabay

The 34th Dáil is set to meet for the first time today to elect the Ceann Comhairle, with many new faces elected to experience the Dáil for the first time.What is that first experience of Dáil Éireann like, and what is the first day actually like?Joining Kieran to discuss is Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Clare and Noel Rock former Fine Gael TD.

second candidate elected in the Clare Constituency in his second campaign, with Mairead O'Higgins Finnegan, Nicholas Rynne,Tom Hanley, David Fleming and Jim Collins. Originally Broadcast as part of live simulcast by RCB and SBCR as part of election coverage 2024 on 1st December 2024 from Treacy's  West County Hotel Ennis

Nicholas talks about the campaign coming in as predicted in recent weeks and how the atmosphere in the venue is subdued.  -20.10 Count 15 Clare Constituency as given by  Returning officer Rita Considine  Distribution of Eddie Punch votes - CATHAL CROWE ELECTED -  Analysis of Count 15, and a look at the future conversation in relation to the process of Government formation with a brief sniff towards a Presidential election. With Mairead O'Higgins Finnegan, Tom Hanley, Jim Collins, Paul Bugler, David Fleming and Mairead O'Higgins Finnegan . Originally Broadcast as part of live simulcast by RCB and SBCR as part of election coverage 2024 on 1st December 2024 from Treacy's  West County Hotel Ennis

Clare's electorate went to the polls to decide the county's next 4 TD's from 2024 to 2029. When all was said and done on Sunday night, Clare returned 2 Fianna Fáil, 1 Sinn Féin, and 1 Fine Gael candidate, with plenty of history made along the way. You heard all of the action from Treacy's West County Hotel live here on Clare FM across Saturday and Sunday. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Sinn Féin TD, Donna McGettigan, Fine Gael TD, Joe Cooney, and Fianna Fáil TD's Cathal Crowe and Timmy Dooley. Photo (c): Top left: Pat Flynn Top right: Pat Flynn Bottom left: Clare FM Bottom right: Clare FM

 - We meet seven of the candidates from next Friday's general election in the SBCR studio. They are Joe Cooney, Cathal Crowe, Timmy Dooley, Amanda Major, Matthew Moroney, Eddie Punch and Hilary Tonge. The moderator is David Fleming and this debate was recorded on Tuesday 19th 2024 and initially broadcast on SBCR on Sunday 24th November 2024

The first general election debate was held at the Clare County Council Chambers in Ennis. Alan Morrissey was joined by Independent Candidate, Amanda Major, Fianna Fáil Candidate, Cathal Crowe, Aontú Candidate, June Dillon, Fine Gael Candidate, Leonora Carey, Independent Candidate, Matthew Moroney and Irish People Party Candidate, Michael Loughrey. Photo (c): Clare FM

We are into the second day of the first full week of campaigning for General Election 2024. The election will take place on the 29th of November, when the people of Clare will cast their ballots for which four TDs will represent them in the 34th Dáil. Monday saw political parties publishing a range of policy papers, while independent candidates outlined their policies to the electorate. The Fine Gael leader believes it's 'unusual' for some parties to say they want to take over certain government departments. Fianna Fáil is committing to creating a new Department of Domestic Affairs if re-elected. Sinn Féin has pledged to start tackling Universal Social Charge rates in the party's first 100 days in government if it wins the election. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fianna Fáil candidate Cathal Crowe, Fine Gael Candidate Leonora Carey, and Sinn Féin Candidate Donna McGettigan. Picture (c) pixelshot via Canva

Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fail TD for Clare and member of the Oireachtas Transport Committee

Fianna Fail TD watching the show has asked if it is right to have 11 guards on duty in the RTE studio during the progamme at a time when Gardai are in such short supply all over the country. Cormac speaks to Cathal Crowe is Fianna Fail TD for Clare and Tony Gallagher, Former Garda Inspector and currently working with the Ashtree Risk Group.

Tributes are being paid following the passing of the former Fianna Fáil councillor PJ Kelly. The Lissycasey native, who was Clare's longest serving local representative, passed away on Saturday. He served on Clare County Council over five decades, and only retired from his lengthy public service this summer. PJ survived by his Wife Maura and Children Barry John, Aoife and Alma, Grandchildren, Wider family and large circle of friends. On Monday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fianna Fáil TD, Cathal Crowe and Fianna Fáil Councillor and the Mayor of Clare, Alan O'Callaghan.

So should the government have gone with greater reform when it comes to the funding announcement with RTE? Kieran got the views from Cathal Crowe ,Fianna Fáil TD for Clare and by Aengus O Snodaigh Sinn Fein Spokesperson on Gaeilge, the Gaeltacht, Arts and Culture and TD for Dublin South Central.

The new Chair of Fianna Fáil in Clare claims they're not ruling out limiting the number of candidates that can run in a particular geographical area in the upcoming General Election. Former publican Darragh McAllister, who has previously served as Ennis Chamber President and ran for the Ennis Town Council in 2004, has been elected as the new Chairperson of the Clare branch of the party in an uncontested vote. Fianna Fáil ran three candidates in Clare in the 2020 general election with Meelick's Cathal Crowe securing a place in the Dáil, Tulla Senator Timmy Dooley losing his seat and Doonbeg Councillor Rita McInerney finding herself almost 7,000 votes shy of being elected. Ruan resident Darragh McAllister says this county's branch of the party is in the process of assessing its strategy as the election looms.

The incoming Cathaoirleach of the Shannon Municipal District claims he'll work harder than ever to advance the Shannon Town and Environs Flood Relief Scheme. Cratloe Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat O'Gorman will serve as Chairperson of the south-east Clare municipal district over the coming year - succeeding Sinn Féin Councillor Donna McGettigan who'll serve as Leas Cathaoirleach. O'Gorman was first elected to Clare County Council in 1999 and wore the county's mayoral chains from 2003 to 2004 before losing his seat, only to return to local politics in 2020 as a co-optee following Cathal Crowe's election to Dáil Éireann. He says having adequate flood defence is crucial to the town's working population.

Cathal Crowe of Fianna Fáil was on the Pat Kenny Show calling for the return of Brian Ború's crown from the Vatican to Ireland, but does it actually exist?Joining Seán to discuss is Dr Seán Duffy, Professor of Medieval Irish and Insular History at Trinity College Dublin.

Eamon Ryan has confirmed he is stepping down as leader of the Green Party. His decision comes after the Greens lost both their seats in the European Parliament in the recent elections and although they did slightly better than expected in the locals, they still didn't fare that well, losing half their seats. The Environment Minister announced the news after Tuesday morning's Cabinet meeting. To assess what this means for Eamon Ryan, the Green Party and the Government, Alan Morrissey was joined by Green Party Senator, Roisín Garvey, and Fianna Fáil TD, Cathal Crowe. Picture (c): Eamon Ryan via greenparty.ie

Duncan Smith, Labour Party TD and their spokesperson on Transport and Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fail TD for Clare and member of the Oireachtas Transport Committee

The Health Minister, Stephen Donnelly, is to initiate a review into urgent and emergency care capacity in the Mid-West region. The review will determine whether a second emergency department is required, in light of a big increase in the population in recent years and ongoing pressures at the ED at University Hospital Limerick. Smaller emergency departments in the region closed when configuration happened back in 2009. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Oireachtas Health Committee member and Meelick Fianna Fail TD, Cathal Crowe and Friends of Ennis Hospital Spokesperson, Deirdre Culligan.

As we have heard, a verdict of death by medical misadventure has been returned at the inquest into the death of Aoife Johnston at University Hospital Limerick in December 2022. For reaction on the ruling Marie McMahon, Mid West Hospital Campaign Group, David Cullinane Sinn Fein spokesperson on health and Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fail TD for Clare.

Laura Rozen, Middle East expert; Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Clare; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin Senator; Cathal Berry, Independent TD for Kildare South; Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor at the Business Post

Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Clare; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin Senator; Cathal Berry, Independent TD for Kildare South; Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor at the Business Post

Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Clare; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin Senator; Cathal Berry, Independent TD for Kildare South; Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor at the Business Post

A Clare TD has branded the reopening of Ennis's accident and emergency unit "an inevitability". Following a meeting this week between UHL management and the Oireachtas Health Committee, HSE Chief Executive Bernard Gloster has instructed HSE Midwest Regional Executive Officer Sandra Broderick to lead up a team examining the potential for capacity building in Ennis and Nenagh. It comes one week after the HSE put 25 community rehabilitation beds for Clare out for tender, with these beds aimed at stemming UHL overcrowding while the 96-bed block currently under construction at the facility is being finished. Meelick Fianna Fáil Deputy and Oireachtas Health Committee member Cathal Crowe says the need for an A&E in this region can't be ignored for much longer.

Leo Varadkar has announced he is stepping down as Taoiseach and leader of Fine Gael. He made the shock announcement outside government buildings at midday on Wednesday, saying his reasons were both personal and political. His resignation as Fine Gael leader is effective immediately, with his successor to be elected before the party's Ard Fheis on April 16th. A new Taoiseach will be elected following the Dáil's Easter break. Alan Morrissey spoke with former Clare Fine Gael TD and Senator from Kilkee, Madeline Taylor Quinn and Meelick Fianna Fáil TD, Cathal Crowe. Picture (c) finegael.ie

It comes amid questions over the life of the coalition at Leinster House, after outgoing Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced his resignation. Simon Harris is leading the race to be named as the next leader of Fine Gael and Taoiseach of the 33rd Dáil. The Minister for Further and Higher Education is yet to formally announce his leadership bid, but he has already far exceeded the necessary six nominations needed, with Ennistymon Senator Martin Conway among those already declaring support. Justice Minister Helen McEntee was among the early favourites to contest the bid, but has since ruled herself out of contention. Other potential challengers, Social Protection Minister Heather Humphries and the most likely rival Minister for Expenditure Pascal Donohoe have yet to through their hat into the ring. Concerns over the democratic nature of the Taoiseach selection process has triggered calls from all opposition parties for an immediate general election. Clare's Fine Gael Chair doesn't have a preferred candidate at this point, but former TD and Senator, Kilkee native Madeleine Taylor-Quinn, believes there's still stability within the coalition and that it should run its full course. Clare's Fianna Fáil TD, meanwhile, believes voters will be returning to the polling booth for a Christmas General Election. Cathal Crowe has paid tribute to outgoing Taoiseach Leo Varadkar for his support for Garda Whistleblower Maurice McCabe, his handling of the Brexit Trade Agreement and for achieving economic growth. The Meelick Deputy insists there is still consensus and energy within the current government to deliver its programme, but says an election will be called in the final quarter of the year, for logistical reasons, rather than public discontent.

Leo Varadkar has stood down as Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader.Pádraig Mac Lochlainn, Sinn Féin TD, Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fail TD for Clare and Holly Cairns, Social Democrats Leader

Fergus O'Dowd, Fine Gael TD for Louth; Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Clare; Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire, Sinn Féin TD for Cork South Central; Eoin O'Malley, Associate Professor in Dublin City University; Kate O'Connell, former Fine Gael TD; Daniel McConnell, Political Editor for the Sunday Business Post

Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fail TD in Clare and party spokesperson on aviation

Business owners have felt the pinch in recent months many are struggling to keep their doors open. The Government say businesses are now in line for a top-up payment of up to €3,000 in the Energy Efficiency Grant. Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD & Spokesperson on Tourism and Anthony Gray, Owner of Hooked and Eala Bhán Restaurant in Sligo debate.

A Clare Government TD says he will only support calls for an A&E to be reopened in Ennis, if the prospect is backed by clinical advice. University Hospital Limerick broke the national overcrowding record once again on Monday, where more than half of the 261 patients to attend the Emergency Department on the day where left waiting on chairs and trolleys. No elective operations have taken place at UHL this week and despite the reoccurring situation, Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has ruled out the provision of an elective only hospital or a second ED for the MidWest region. Meelick Deputy and Oireachtas Health Committee member Cathal Crowe believes the best interim solution is to increase capacity of the Medical Assessment and Local Injury Units in Ennis.

Mick Barry, Solidarity People Before Profit TD and Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Clare and party spokesperson on aviation.