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Cllr. Dr. Lilian Seenoi-Barr, who became Northern Ireland's first Black mayor in the city of Derry last year, shares the good, the bad, and the ugly part of being Black in the occupied territories controlled by the British government.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.
From grassroots football to the council leadership, Enfield's Leader shares his vision for a fairer, safer and more ambitious borough. In the latest episode of Concilio's Better Places podcast, Managing Director Nick Dines is joined by Cllr Ergin Erbil, Leader of Enfield Council. The conversation covers: Local leadership and the shift from Deputy to Leader of the Council Policing and Operation Pisces – tackling anti-social behaviour, drug crime and public safety The Enfield Local Plan – including Green Belt proposals, family housing delivery, and industrial land Major development at Meridian Water The role of Angel Yard and meanwhile uses in supporting local enterprise Temporary accommodation pressures, the rise in homelessness and HMO concerns Creating real partnerships with the private sector to deliver social and affordable homes Don't miss this conversation – listen now!
Joe is joined by Cllr Daniel Butler to discuss a number of issues concerning Limerick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our Special Guest this week is Shanika Mahendran, Cabinet Member for Planning & Placemaking at Milton Keynes City Council. Shanika is the first Asian woman and youngest ever councillor to join the Cabinet in Milton Keynes (initially as a Cabinet Member for the Economy). She previously worked in Sir Kier Starmer's politics team, improving campaigning and focussing on increasing diversity in our elected representatives. Latest News Update on planning related matters.An Appeal Decision at Horsham Golf Club in West Sussex for the development of a Sports and Leisure Hub including the provision of communal facilities, nursery, golf college, sports clubhouse (containing health & fitness spa, changing facilities and food & beverage) and up to 800 dwellings. The appeal was made by Generator Group against the previous decision of Horsham District Council.A Decision of the Minister of State for Housing and Planning for a Data Centre in Iver, Buckinghamshire. This appeal was made by Greystoke Land and Altrad UK Ltd against a prior refusal by Buckinghamshire Council. The Data Centre buildings include offices, internal plant and equipment and emergency back-up generators and fuel storage. The development will also include cycle and car parking, internal roads, landscaping, security perimeter fence, ancillary infrastructure and a substation.An Appeal Decision involving the proposed demolition and future development at The Point, an entertainment complex in Central Milton Keynes. The proposed redevelopment includes flexible Class E leisure/retail uses (upper and lower ground level), up to 487 apartments over the upper floors (up to 21 storeys with a floor to floor height of 3m plus a crown structure), re-cladding of the existing car park with leisure uses (bar, outdoor sports and cinema) at rooftop level.Visit our Website:hwgpnfy.com
A Cork City Councillor has claimed Ireland is becoming “a cold place for Catholics and Christians” after Cork city councillors voted to consider a renaming process for Bishop Lucey Park. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Terry Shannon, Fianna Fáil Cllr for Cork City council and South–East area.
A new study found that one in three parents here has been pushed into debt by the cost of school uniforms and back to school supplies. Frank spoke to Cllr Paul Doherty, from Foodstock. about some of their programmes and about holiday hunger Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A Cork City Councillor has claimed Ireland is becoming “a cold place for Catholics and Christians” after Cork city councillors voted to consider a renaming process for Bishop Lucey Park. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Terry Shannon, Fianna Fáil Cllr for Cork City council and South–East area.
Cllr Seamie Morris joined us on this morning's show...
Cllr. Michael Sheehan joins us to discuss exciting plans to transform New Ross town. From creating new public spaces to making streets more pedestrian-friendly, Michael shares what's underway and what locals can expect in the near future.
Shane Ó Curraighín, RTÉ North West Correspondent, brings us the latest on the tragic collision in Carndonagh in Donegal. Cllr. Martin McDermott, Cathaoirleach of the Inishowen Municipal District pays tribute to the mother and daughter who died in the collision in Carndonagh Co. Donegal.
'Male violence here is going unchallenged, the strategies we have to tackle it are too slow' - Helen Price from the Women's Rights Network NI and Cllr Hannah Irwin spoke to Frank after a man was charged with the murder of Sarah Montgomery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Circle on Vuka show, is the first and best source for news, current events and politics in South Africa.Join Mogale Mothale In Conversation with Cllr Marcel Coutriers on the recent developments in the City of Johannesburg.The Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero survived a motion of no confidence which was tabled by the Democratic Alliance. ActionSA abstained from the motion and their member Councilor Mthembu who was serving as a speaker got removed through a motion of no confidence. On this episode Mogale is joined by ActionSA Councilor in the City of Johannesburg Marcel Coutriers to talk about this recent developments and the state of the city of Johannesburg.Stream in on www.vukaonlineradio.co.za
Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 24ú lá de mí an Mheithimh, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1988 bhí an ráta boilscithe an-íseal don chéad uair I 25 bhliain de bharr go raibh siad ag iarradh an caighdeán maireachtála a bheith níos fearr. I 2005 thug na hairí ar ais airgead in ainneoin ganntanas airgid a bheith ag na scoil agus an rinn sláinte. I 1998 tháinig sé amach go ndúirt Michael Smith go raibh an t-ionad cuairteoirí nua I Tipperary Crystal go hiontach agus go raibh sé forbairt iontach a raibh chun cabhrú leis na turasóirí a thabhairt isteach. I 2009 bhí Liam Ahearn an chéad duine chun iarbheart a bhean chéile a fuair bás agus mar sin de bhí sé mar chathaoirleach den comhairle contae deisceart Tiobraid Árann. Bhí a bhean chéile Theresa mar chathaoirleach den chomhairle go dtí mí Mheán Fómhair 2000. Sin Axel F le Crazy Frog – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 2005 Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1989 fuair Paul McCartney a seachtú huimhir a haon sa Bhreatain lena halbam Flowers In The Dirt leis an amhrán My Brave Face ar. I 2003 díbir fear ón tSualainn de bharr go raibh sé ag stalcaireacht amhránaí ó ABBA agus ghabhadh é in aice lena teach. Bhí sé mar bhuachaill den amhránaí ó 1997 go dtí 1999 ach bhí ordú sriantach ann I 2000. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh Lionel Messi san Airgintín I 1987 agus rugadh drumadóir Mick Fleetwood sa Bhreatain ar an lá seo I 1947 agus seo chuid de amhrán. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 24th of June, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1988: the lowest inflation rate for 25 years was to give a boost to living standards. 2005: Ministers returned cash despite the shortage in health and schools. 1998 - Defence Minister Michael Smith described Tipperary Crystal's splendid new visitors' centre at Birdhill as a 'very fantastic development' which would help attract further tourist numbers to the region, when he carried out the official opening. 2009 - Grange Councillor, Liam Ahearn made history at South Tipperary County Council. He became the first husband to succeed his late wife as Chairman of the authority. Cllr. Ahearn's wife Theresa had served as Cathaoirlcach of the Council and had been a sitting Fine Gael T.D. at the time of her death in September 2000. That was Axel F with Crazy Frog – the biggest song on this day in 2005 Onto music news on this day In 1989 Paul McCartney scored his seventh UK No.1 solo album with 'Flowers In The Dirt', featuring the single 'My Brave Face'. 2003 A man who had been deported from Sweden for stalking ABBA singer Agnetha Faeltskog was arrested near the singer's island retreat. Gert van der Graaf, 37, had been the singer's boyfriend from 1997 to 1999, but had been issued a restraining order barring him from seeing or talking to her in 2000. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – soccer player Lionel Messi was born in Argentina in 1987 and dummer Mick Fleetwood was born in the UK on this day in 1947 and this is one of his songs. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.
From their leader's bungee-jumping stunts, their best general election result ever, and leading the fight for social care, the Lib Dems have had a good year.But in the political narrative, their place as the ‘third party' outside the Labour-Tory duopoly has been threatened by Reform UK's ascendancy. Coupled with their perennial struggle to be a party that fights for a progressive vision of the future while representing some of the most affluent, small-C constituencies across the country, the future of the Lib Dems feels unclear.To pitch their versions of the future of the party, on this episode of It's Bloody Complicated, Lena will be joined by two progressive champions in the party, Roz Savage MP and Cllr Carl Cashman.Dr Roz Savage was elected to be an MP for South Cotswolds in the 2024 General Election. Before that, she earned a law degree at Oxford and was a management consultant for eleven years, before an environmental awakening led to her setting out on a life of adventure. She holds four Guinness World Records for ocean rowing, including first woman to row solo across three oceans: the Atlantic, the Pacific, and the Indian, using her adventures to raise awareness of environmental issues. She is also the founder of the Sisters, a global network bringing women together to create a more resilient future. Since being elected, she has been a progressive leader in parliament, fronting the fight for the Climate and Nature Bill.Carl Cashman is the Leader of the Liberal Democrats on Liverpool City Council, as well as the Councillor for Church ward since 2023. This victory, with over 50% of the vote, was the first Lib Dem gain in a Wavertree seat for over 13 years. He was previously elected as a Councillor on Knowsley Council in 2016 and also worked as a mortgage broker in this time. He is an outspoken proponent of liberalism, advocating for both his party and his beliefs throughout the media.Don't miss out on this urgent conversation with our two guestsSupport the showEnjoyed the podcast and want to be a live audience member at our next episode? Want to have the chance in raising questions to the panelist?Support our work and be a part of the Compass community. Become a member!You can find us on Twitter at @CompassOffice.
Thomas Gould, Sinn Féin TD for Cork North Central, and Cllr. Joe Kavanagh, former Lord Mayor of Cork, join The Hard Shoulder to respond to growing anger over Cork's road conditions.According to figures released to NewsTalk, Cork ranks the highest in number of pothole related complaints to local council.Listen here for all the latest.
Leader of Haringey Council, Cllr Peray Ahmet, joins Concilio's Account Director Siddo Dwyer for a conversation on housing, inclusive growth and estate regeneration. In the latest episode of Concilio's Better Places podcast, Account Director Siddo Dwyer sits down with Cllr Peray Ahmet, Leader of Haringey Council. Since becoming Leader in 2021, Peray has overseen a shift in the borough's trajectory: restoring confidence in housing delivery, embedding a renewed focus on inclusive growth, and retelling the story of a borough with ambition. The conversation explores: What it means to lead a borough post-HDV How estate regeneration can be done with - not to – communities How Peray's team is tackling long-standing questions about Wood Green and employment opportunity Haringey's future as London Borough of Culture in 2027 Don't miss this conversation – listen now!
PJ hears from Cllr Audrey Buckley who says the time has come to set an example for our kids and to improve our air Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hampshire Highways have confirmed that they will be excluding Petersfield from their treatment programme next year. There is a BUT – that it will require the community coming together to ensure that weeds are removed manually over next year so that no treatment is necessary in 2026. Glyphosates are harmful to health and many have been lobbying for a change over many years. Cllr’s Russell Oppenheimer is asking everyone to get behind the initiative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Leader of Harlow Council, Cllr Dan Swords, joins Concilio's Nick Dines and Salvatore Pagdades to discuss the bold and ambitious plans for Harlow's future. In the latest episode of Concilio's Better Places podcast, Managing Director Nick Dines and Account Executive Salvatore Pagdades sit down with Cllr Dan Swords, Leader of Harlow Council. Key points discussed: · Dan's six ‘missions' for the council · Building Harlow's Future plan - including bold town centre regeneration plans · Harlow and Gilston Garden Town · Harlow Growth Board and its new Chair · Influence of Sir Frederick Gibberd's New Town As local government reform and a proposed Mayoral Combined Authority loom, Dan shares his views on how Harlow can lead - not be led - in shaping its next chapter. Don't miss this conversation – listen now!
Who would have guessed Cllr John Maher was a Saw Doctors fan, is that a guilty pleasure? He gives a great review of the night to PJ Coogan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
'We've got your back, we're here to speak up for you' - Cllr Gary McKeown says it's important that politicians make it clear that migrants and people of other nationalities shouldn't live in fear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A call is being made for the potential establishment of a Clare League of Ireland soccer team. The Banner County currently has no team competing in either the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division, or First Division. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Former Treaty United FC Academy Manager, Declan Farmer, and Clarecastle Sinn Fein Councillor, Cllr. Tommy Guilfoyle.
Tá sé den tuairim go bhfuil sé thar am suirbhé a dhéanamh ar líon na mbradán I bhfarraige na hÉireann.
Cllr Sean Martin says when three women tell a councillor they're too scared to visit Cork city centre it is time to sound the alarm and ask questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jerry spoke to Fine Gael councillor Michael Foley about Friends of the Irish Environment’s legal action to quash An Bord Pleanála’s decision to grant Shannon LNG planning permission for a power plant on the Tarbert Ballylongford landbank.
Jerry spoke to councillor Brendan Cronin, who has asked the council to seek an explanation from the Department of Justice as to why families are waiting almost 2 years for an inquest.
Baz Richards and Michelle Ford talk with Cllr Elaine Gill, outgoing Mayor of Runnymede, about a round-up of her amazing year in the Borough.
Sinn Féin councillor Deirdre Ferris outlined changes to cuts to the Local Authority Tenant in Situ Scheme. Jacinta Walsh, who’s the mother of an 11-year-old boy with additional needs, outlined how the cuts are affecting her and her child.
Cllr. Pat Barden addressess the ongoing broadband outage in Ballinaboola. With many residents left without stable internet access, the disruption is affecting everything from remote work to education. Cllr. Barden shares updates on the situation, the impact on the community, and what steps are being taken to restore connectivity and prevent future outages.
Independent Cllr Michael Sheehan joins us to discuss some of the key concerns facing the New Ross area, including the proposed IPAS centre. He shares his perspective on how such developments affect the community and why open dialogue and engagement are crucial as decisions are made about the town's future.
Cllr. Jackser Owens joins me to discuss the long-awaited Enniscorthy Flood Relief Scheme. With a €51 million budget aimed at protecting 326 properties, Phase 1 will see the removal of Seamus Rafter Bridge and the construction of a new, more resilient crossing.
PJ talks to Cllr Kenneth Collins about the tenant-in-situ scheme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the good weather, the question can pop up: is there a need for separate mens and womens bathing areas outdoors?Joining Andrea to discuss is Ciara Treacy from Newstalk's Digital Team, Cllr. Donna Cooney, Deputy Lord Mayor and swimmer with Dollymount Dames and Jono Griffin from The Wild and Free Adventure Company in Donegal.
Cllr Leonard Kelly is here to share details of an exciting new project aimed at transforming an old dump into a thriving haven for nature and wildlife. Leonard will discuss how this initiative not only rejuvenates the land but also plays a key role in environmental protection.
Now we're joined by Independent Cllr. Michael Sheehan, to discuss some of the key issues affecting communities here in Wexford. From ongoing concerns around the Local Property Tax to developments of a potential new IPAS Centre in New Ross, and of course, the continuing challenges around local housing
The lack of mental health services in Wexford is a growing concern, leaving many without the support they desperately need. Cllr. John Dwyer, a dedicated advocate for improved mental health care, joins the conversation to highlight the challenges facing our community. He shares his concerns, discusses the impact on those affected, and outlines practical solutions to ensure better services for those in need.
In this episode, I connect with Cllr James McAsh for a conversation about a series of safer streets initiatives London's Borough of Southwark has implemented. We'll discuss how they've navigated through resistance to change, and we'll hear from some residents about their thoughts about car-free streets and the ability to walk to school.Thank you so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend and subscribe to the podcast on your preferred listening platform. Also, don't forget to check out the Active Towns Channel for more video content.Helpful Links (note that some may include affiliate links to help me support the channel):
From today, March 31st, the new Jobseeker's Pay-Related Benefit scheme replaces the existing Jobseeker's Benefit, aiming to provide better financial support for those who become fully unemployed. Fine Gael TD Councillor Brian Brennan joins us to explain what this change means for jobseekers, who qualifies, and how to apply.
Joining to talk about cervical screening is Cllr. Aoife Rose O'Brien
A public meeting on the proposed housing development near Carraig Midhe in Corbally will take place later this evening. KPH Limited are planning to build a large-scale residential estate with 101 homes in Athlunkard, Corbally. Shannonbanks Scout Hall is the venue for this evening's meeting. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fianna Fáil Cllr, Rachel Hartigan. Photo (c): https://scontent.fdub7-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/480967976_468253546370244_1920187724016246484_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=833d8c&_nc_ohc=tbxuwm402XMQ7kNvgGqZfmk&_nc_oc=Adkf-ImeYxQMOprlrcWS0SE-kE0dWWj7a-Fj3V5m3XfM0o3L7g0SBheuZm9vDofKdwE&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent.fdub7-1.fna&_nc_gid=V-3AFMO5xqNoT21stCYtMg&oh=00_AYE3PgixQFyADAM4gl4GrWQghje8q1QrBVSytmtyuflM3w&oe=67EB0BC6
Cllr. Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin, highlights the serious issue of ambulance waiting times in North Wexford and South Wicklow. With years of underinvestment and staff shortages pushing services to the brink, Sinn Féin is bringing a motion to Leinster House this week, calling for proper funding for the National Ambulance Service.
Today is “Wear Red Day” a cause that is in fight against Racism, and an avid supporter of this cause Cllr. Leonard Kelly joins me now.
Cllr. Ken O'Flynn joined Paul Byrne on the Opinion line to raise he issue of OnlyFans influencers not paying tax. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A review of yesterday's County Council meeting with key topics, including urban regeneration plans, the future of the local tourist office, and updates on the Oilgate-Rosslare motorway.
PJ talks to Sharon Connell whose daughter got knocked down at a Carrigaline crossing and wants improvements made and to Cllr Úna McCarthy about the points Sharon made. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wexford is set to receive over 23 million euro for local and regional road maintenance.
Tshwane: 100 days under Mayor Nasiphi Moya | Deputy mayor, Cllr Eugene Modise by Radio Islam
Paul Byrne hears from Cllr Peter Horgan chair of the city council committee that deals with roads who wants decisions driven by data, especially on road accidents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.