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Queenstown Lakes District councillors have hit the brakes on free-for-all freedom camping by agreeing to restrict it to 141 car parks across the region. Councillors this afternoon voted for a new freedom camping bylaw, more than a year after the last one was quashed in the High Court. Katie Todd reports.

Guest host Brad Smith spoke to Mike Colle, Deputy Mayor and Councillor for Ward 8 Eglinton-Lawrence about Councillors back Chow on speed cameras, oppose Ford ban. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest host Brad Smith spoke to Mike Colle, Deputy Mayor and Councillor for Ward 8 Eglinton-Lawrence about Councillors back Chow on speed cameras, oppose Ford ban. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A number of Dublin city councillors boycotted a ceremony to award the Freedom of the City to Barack Obama over objections to the former US president's record in foreign and domestic policy.Obama, who is visiting Dublin this week, was originally granted the honour by councillors in 2017 but he didn't come to receive the award until now.Conor Reddy, People Before Profit-Solidarity group leader on Dublin City Council, and Larry Donnelly, law lecturer at the University of Galway and columnist with TheJournal.ie, join The Last Word to discuss whether it was appropriate for Obama to be given the Freedom of Dublin. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

Auckland councillors have voted on two plans for housing intensification, which one says is like choosing between a firing squad and a lethal injection. The future allocation of up to 2 million new homes was covered by what's known as Plan Change 78. It allowed three-storey residential buildings anywhere in the city, but the government is letting the council back down from this if it comes up with a replacement. Jessica Hopkins reports.

Auckland councillors have voted in favour of a housing intensification replacement plan that will see 10-15 storey high rises built around public transport hubs. Victor Waters explains.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Councillors concerned over Rowan Ward changes and lack of consultation We have the local sport preview Kemi Badenoch visits Petersfield to discuss problems facing the area’s farmers Memory Books are a treasure trove for families and Petersfield To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 19 September, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Councillors concerned over Rowan Ward changes and lack of consultation We have the local sport preview Kemi Badenoch visits Petersfield to discuss problems facing the area’s farmers Memory Books are a treasure trove for families and Petersfield To share your news stories email team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 4:58am on 19 September, 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clement Manyathela and the listeners reflect on the ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa’s comments to councillors at the roll call yesterday where he praised DA run municipalities. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With elections just over a year away, ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged party members to ensure that their selection process for councillors in the 2026 local polls produce impeccable and capable public representatives. He was speaking at the opening of their Special NEC underway in Boksburg east of Johannesburg. The two day meeting was called to discuss the state of local government with a Roll Call meeting of the ANC's over 6000 councillors and mayors planned for Monday at the FNB stadium. This weekend's discussions are centered around improving the local sphere of government and ensuring that it positively impacts the people it is meant to serve. Our Political Correspondent Ntebo Mokobo has more and Elvis Presslin spoke to Political analyst Dr. Metjie Makgoba

Fianna Fáil councillor Fionnán Fitzgerald from the Castleisland Municipal District is on the party’s Ard Chomhairle. Independent candidates who want to contest the Presidential election will need the support of 20 Oireachtas members or four local authorities. Fine Gael has told its county councillors to block the local authority pathway for independents. Cllr Fionnán Fitzgerald says no such diktat has been issued by Fianna Fáil to its councillors.

The Mayor of Ennis says councillors can't make a "unilateral decision" to scrap proposed infrastructural changes in the county town without heeding the views of the public. It comes as three local elected representatives have called for the removal of references to changes to the layout of a heavily-trafficked roundabout from the Draft Ennis Local Transport Plan.

Councillor Deirdre Kelly, Fianna Fáil Party Whip on Cork County Council, discusses her letter to party leadership over how a presidential candidate is selected.

Yesterday, Kerry County Councillors met 14 potential presidential candidates at Áras an Chontae who are seeking a nomination from the council that could allow one of them appear on the ballot paper in next month’s election. Amber Galwey reported on the event from County Buildings. Jerry also spoke to Fianna Fáil councillor Tommy Cahill.

 His Week That Was – Kevin Healy, Questions being asked as to why Albanese took the extraordinary step of expelling Iranian ambassador and his staff with former diplomat John Lander, Part of the recent Palestine Justice Movement webinar, featuring the voices of Journalists Wendy Bacon & Yaakov Aharon, Former Greens Candidate Hannah Thomas, and criminal lawyer and activist Nick Hanna, examining the reasons for the so-called summit on the Gold Coast on anti-Semitism attended by Australian councillors, and finally Part 1 of a history of Costa Rica in Central America with Dr Sasha Gillies-Lekakis. Head to www.3cr.org.au/hometime-tuesday for full access to links and previous podcasts

Ward Councillors' Imbizo-On Thursday, 11 September 2025, the Solidarity Space, supported by Ndifuna Ukwazi and My Vote Counts, will host a Ward Councillors’ Imbizo at the Oliver Tambo Community Hall in Khayelitsha. This public meeting is designed to create a platform for meaningful engagement, where Ward Councillors and community members can openly discuss pressing issues face-to-face. Confirmed attendees include councillors from the ANC, DA, EFF, and PA. Indira Mtandeki from Solidarity Space & Ntombi Sambu , political organisor for Ndifuna Ukwazi were our guests. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jackie Healy-Rae, independent councillor on Kerry County Council, looks ahead to the council's upcoming special meeting to hear from prospective presidential candidates.

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced on Sunday that he will step down as the head of the Liberal Democratic Party, amid growing calls for him to take responsibility for the party-led ruling coalition's election setback in both houses of parliament.日本首相石破茂于周日宣布，将辞去自民党总裁一职。此前，因自民党主导的执政联盟在国会参众两院选举中遭遇挫折，要求其承担责任的呼声日益高涨。Addressing a news conference at the prime minister's office in Tokyo, Ishiba said he has "made the painful decision to resign despite still having unfinished tasks", emphasizing that the LDP must undergo genuine renewal and remain a tolerant and inclusive force.在东京首相官邸举行的记者会上，石破茂表示，尽管仍有未竟之事，但他已“做出辞职这一艰难决定”。他强调，自民党必须实现真正的革新，始终保持包容开放的姿态。He added that he would not stand as a candidate in the expected LDP leadership election triggered by his resignation.他还补充称，在其辞职后预计将举行的自民党总裁选举中，自己不会作为候选人参选。Ishiba's announcement came a day before the LDP was scheduled to decide whether to hold an early party leadership election, which would essentially be demanding his resignation, according to Japanese media platform Nikkei Asia.据日本媒体《日经亚洲评论》报道，自民党原计划于次日就是否提前举行总裁选举作出决定，而这一选举本质上等同于要求石破茂辞职。此次石破茂宣布辞职，恰在该计划之前。It also followed a formal agreement reached on Thursday with the administration of United States President Donald Trump on 15 percent reciprocal tariffs on Japanese exports to the US.此外，就在此前的周四，日本政府与美国前总统唐纳德・特朗普政府就日本输美商品相互征收15%关税达成正式协议，石破茂此次辞职也发生在这一背景之下。At Sunday's news conference, Ishiba said he had long considered tariff negotiations with the US a responsibility of his administration. With the signing of a memorandum of understanding last week, Ishiba said the negotiations reached a milestone, which made him decide to make way for his successor.在周日的记者会上，石破茂表示，长期以来，他一直将与美国的关税谈判视为本届政府的重要职责。他指出，上周双方签署相关谅解备忘录，标志着谈判取得阶段性成果，这也促使他决定为继任者让路。In September 2024, Ishiba was elected president of the LDP for a term of three years. In October last year, the LDP and its junior coalition partner, the Komeito, lost their majority in the House of Representatives, the lower house of the National Diet of Japan. In July this year, the ruling coalition also lost its majority in the House of Councillors, or the upper house.2024年9月，石破茂当选自民党总裁，任期为三年。去年10月，自民党与其执政联盟伙伴公明党在日本国会众议院（下议院）选举中失去多数席位；今年7月，该执政联盟又在国会参议院（上议院）选举中丧失多数优势。In postwar Japan, the head of the LDP — the country's dominant political force since the party's founding in 1955 — has almost always become the prime minister, because the party commands the largest share of seats in the Diet. When an LDP president resigns or is replaced, the post of prime minister typically changes hands as well.在战后日本政治格局中，自民党自1955年成立以来一直是日本政坛的主导力量。由于该党在国会中占据最多席位，自民党总裁几乎始终能出任日本首相。因此，当自民党总裁辞职或被替换时，日本首相职位通常也会随之更迭。According to the LDP's rules, a new leadership election can be held before the incumbent president's term expires. A majority of LDP members in the Diet and a majority of representatives in the LDP's prefectural branches can jointly request an election for a new president.根据自民党党章规定，在现任总裁任期届满前，可提前举行总裁选举。只要自民党在国会中的议员多数与该党都道府县支部代表多数联合提出申请，即可启动新总裁选举程序。Following Ishiba's formal resignation announcement, the LDP is expected to hold an extraordinary executive meeting on Monday morning, at which it will likely decide to cancel the submission of documents for an early party leadership election, according to TBS News, a commercial broadcasting company based in Tokyo.据东京商业广播公司TBS新闻报道，在石破茂正式宣布辞职后，自民党预计将在周一上午召开临时执行会议，会上可能会决定不再提交提前举行总裁选举的相关文件。The Associated Press reported that the LDP is expected to set a date for a party leadership election, likely to be held in early October.另据美联社报道，自民党有望确定总裁选举的具体日期，选举大概率将于10月初举行。

On Monday's Tipp Today, Fran spoke to our Sports Editor Paul Carroll for a lookback at the weekends sporting action, Cllr Jim Ryan on Councillors being told how to vote in the Presidential election, Dean McGrath on the pause in strike action at schools, Principal Viv Dooley from Cloughjordan as the mast protest continues, James Sexton on Inheritance tax, global news with Thomas Conway, Laoise from the Countess on the Graham Linehan case and its implications, the Taste of Nenagh event over the weekend, Pat and Mick on their views on the Presidential election and relationships expert Susan O'Donoghue on the purpose of anxiety.

A round-up of the main headlines in Sweden on September 5th, 2025. You can hear more reports on our homepage www.radiosweden.se, or in the app Sveriges Radio. Presenter/Producer: Kris Boswell.

Jerry spoke to Independent councillor Charlie Farrelly about the likelihood of Kerry County Council giving a nomination to a candidate who wishes to run in the Presidential election and doesn’t have the backing of the major political parties.

自民党役員会に臨む石破茂首相と森山裕幹事長、２日午前、東京・永田町の同党本部自民党は２日午前、参院選総括委員会を党本部で開き、７月の参院選大敗を総括する報告書を了承した。 A panel of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party on Tuesday adopted a report on its defeat in the July 20 House of Councillors election.

A panel of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party on Tuesday adopted a report on its defeat in the July 20 House of Councillors election.

石井章氏秘書給与をだまし取った疑いで関係先が強制捜査を受けた石井章参院議員、比例代表、日本維新の会を除名処分、は１日、参院に辞職願を提出した。 Akira Ishii resigned as a member of Japan's House of Councillors, the upper chamber of parliament, on Monday over allegations of fraud involving secretary pay.

Akira Ishii resigned as a member of Japan's House of Councillors, the upper chamber of parliament, on Monday over allegations of fraud involving secretary pay.

自民党の参院選挙総括委員会に臨む森山裕幹事長ら、２９日午後、東京・永田町の同党本部自民党は２９日、大敗した参院選を検証する総括委員会を党本部で開き、総括案について議論した。 Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party on Friday stopped short of adopting a review report on its defeat in last month's House of Councillors election, due to internal objections over the report's failure to address the responsibility of the current party leadership, including Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.

石井章参院議員日本維新の会の石井章参院議員は２９日、報道各社にコメントを発表し、議員辞職する意向を明らかにした。 Akira Ishii of opposition Nippon Ishin no Kai said Friday that he plans to resign as a lawmaker of the House of Councillors, the upper chamber of parliament, due to his secretary pay fraud scandal.

Calls for Ipswich council to declare a climate emergency, on-going paver issues in Nicholas Street, Christmas comes to community carols event in Brassall, iGO transport strategy gets an update but will it fix traffic issues, and both major party leaders in Queensland reject calls for any compensation for dismissed councillors. Mayor Teresa Harding joins the show following the August meeting of Ipswich City Council.Interview recorded: 28 August 2025.Published: 29 August 2025.Image: Father's Day steam and smoke BBQ at Queensland Museum Rail Workshops North Ipswich during Galvanized festival. (Queensland Museum)Theme music: AudioJungle - Mark_Music and Matt SteinerABC News: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-28/calls-for-compensation-ipswich-council-rejected/105704544iGO Ipswich Transport Strategy: https://www.shapeyouripswich.com.au/igotransportstrategyreviewGalvanized: https://www.ipswichfestivals.com.au/galvanized/Ipswich City Council meeting agendas and minutes: bit.ly/2JlrVKYIpswich Art Awards: www.shapeyouripswich.com.au/ipswich-art-awardsCouncil meetings on YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/IpswichCityCouncilTVIpswich Planning Scheme: https://bit.ly/3g4Jwb7Inside Ipswich: https://ipswichtoday.com.au/inside-ipswich/Ipswich City Council: www.ipswich.qld.gov.au/Shape Your Ipswich: www.shapeyouripswich.com.au/Ipswich Civic Centre: www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au/Ipswich Festivals: https://www.ipswichfestivals.com.au/Black Swan Art (David Pearce): https://www.blackswanart.com.au/Ipswich Art Gallery: www.ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au/Ipswich Community Gallery: https://ipswichartgallery.qld.gov.au/community/ipswich-community-galleryDiscover Ipswich: www.discoveripswich.com.au/Discover Ipswich what's on: https://whatson.discoveripswich.com.au/Workshops Rail Museum: https://www.museum.qld.gov.au/rail-workshopsIpswich Libraries: www.ipswichlibraries.com.au/Studio 188: www.studio188.com.au/Nicholas Street Precinct: www.nicholasst.com.au/Picture Ipswich: www.pictureipswich.com.au/Lost Ipswich Facebook: https://bit.ly/3pLLBwNc Stream audio recommended. If auto download enabled some apps require a re-download or refresh RSS content to hear most recent version should there be an episode updateIpswich Today is supported by listeners like you. Help keep it online with a small donation.Visit https://ipswichtoday.com.au/donate/Advertise on Ipswich Today https://ipswichtoday.com.au/advertising/Ipswich Today recommended listening: Twenty Thousand Hertz - stories behind the world's most recognisable and interesting sounds https://www.20k.org/ 

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party on Friday stopped short of adopting a review report on its defeat in last month's House of Councillors election, due to internal objections over the report's failure to address the responsibility of the current party leadership, including Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.

A report for the UK government has suggested that stiffly formal driving testers might be making women feel ‘potential anxiety', leading to a gender imbalance in pass rates. Also a rise in e-scooter crashes sparks brain injury warning following crackdown on the seizure of these vehicles. Councillors are now calling for education to warn of dangers of high speeds as illegal models are readily available from retailers. All to discuss with Conor Faughnan Transport Consultant.

自民党両院議員総会であいさつする石破茂首相、８日午後、東京・永田町の同党本部自民党は８日、参院選の惨敗を受けた両院議員総会を党本部で開き、党則に基づく臨時総裁選を実施するかどうかを、総裁選挙管理委員会に委ねることを決めた。 Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Friday reiterated his eagerness to stay on despite his ruling bloc's dismal showing in last month's House of Councillors election.

Jerry spoke to Cathaoirleach of Killarney Municipal District independent councillor Martin Grady.

Today on the show…  - You were demanding it be put on hold and you've had a victory! Is this a real blow for co-governance? Sure it is. For now.  - Will locals now get to have their say? I'm not so sure about that. But the secretive joint management agreement between the Taupo District Council and local iwi Ngati Tuwharetoa which was meant to pass late last week has been put on hold by councillors who refused to play ball.  - Christine Rankin is one of them. She joins me to discuss it all.  - Plus some Letters to the Editor! Website: https://www.rova.nz/home/podcasts/duncan-garner---editor-in-chief Instagram: @DuncanGarnerpodcast  TikTok: @DuncanGarnerpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Treasa spoke to Kerry Independent Alliance councillor John O’Donoghue and Independent councillor Niall Botty O’Callaghan about councillors rejecting recommendations for the redevelopment of the Áras Phádraig site.

An agreement between Taupo councillors and local iwi Ngāti Tūwharetoa has caused controversy after one of the councillors called in lobby group Hobson Pledge to raise concerns with a wider audience. Maori News Journalist Pokere Paewai spoke to Corin Dann.

Auckland councillors are calling on the government to take action over the growing homelessness problem in the city. Associate Minister for Housing Tama Potaka spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Sanseito, Junglia, Pronunciation, and more! 参政党、ジャングリア、発音など！ Today we talk about Sanseito, the party that gained the most power in the most recent House of Councillors election and what they stand for. Sanseito political measures: https://sanseito.jp/political_measures_2025/specific_policies/ Send us questions at:  lazyfluency@gmail.com Join the Community: Discord: https://discord.gg/VGSd94Tp4P Book Club! https://ko-fi.com/i/IF1F01EWI60 Support on ko-fi:  https://ko-fi.com/lazyfluency Follow us: Main channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-8_djC5_aV4Mi3o3fuLPLA Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/lazyfluency/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lazyfluency  

Subscribe now to skip the ads. Don't forget to buy our “Welcome to the Crusades” miniseries! Danny and Derek also rail against the war pigs, but lack the heavy riffs. This week: the International Court of Justice rules that wealthy nations must take action on climate change or bear responsibility (1:20); clashes escalate on the Thai-Cambodian border (4:08); a ceasefire holds in Syria's Suwayda province after clashes between Druze and Bedouin groups (9:06); in Israel-Palestine, Gaza's starvation reaches catastrophic levels (13:19) as ceasefire talks barely limp along (16:23); Iran is reengaging with the International Atomic Energy Agency (20:49); the Democratic Republic of the Congo and M23 militant group sign a declaration of intent (23:05); in Ukraine, a new round of peace talks achieves little (25:24) while Zelensky responds to protests over corruption (28:27); Venezuela, the US, and El Salvador carry out a prisoner exchange amid accusations of torture (31:38); the Japan House of Councillors holds an election while PM Ishiba looks likely to resign (33:32); and Japan, the Philippines, and Indonesia make trade deals (36:10). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't forget to buy our “Welcome to the Crusades” miniseries!Danny and Derek also rail against the war pigs, but lack the heavy riffs. This week: the International Court of Justice rules that wealthy nations must take action on climate change or bear responsibility (1:20); clashes escalate on the Thai-Cambodian border (4:08); a ceasefire holds in Syria's Suwayda province after clashes between Druze and Bedouin groups (9:06); in Israel-Palestine, Gaza's starvation reaches catastrophic levels (13:19) as ceasefire talks barely limp along (16:23); Iran is reengaging with the International Atomic Energy Agency (20:49); the Democratic Republic of the Congo and M23 militant group sign a declaration of intent (23:05); in Ukraine, a new round of peace talks achieves little (25:24) while Zelensky responds to protests over corruption (28:27); Venezuela, the US, and El Salvador carry out a prisoner exchange amid accusations of torture (31:38); the Japan House of Councillors holds an election while PM Ishiba looks likely to resign (33:32); and Japan, the Philippines, and Indonesia make trade deals (36:10).Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

After hours of discussion, Auckland Councillors have not voted on banning helicopters in residential areas, and instead supported an amendment that asks for guidance from the Environment Court. The original motion was put forward by Councillor Mike Lee - who said it was an ambush that his motion was not voted on. It comes after news this week that Auckland rich-listers Anna Mowbray and Ali Williams' approval to build a helipad at their Westmere home will be challenged at the Environment Court. Jessica Hopkins reports.

Auckland councillors have kicked for touch on the issue of helicopters in residential areas. Councillors Mike Lee and Richard Hills spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Auckland councillors will debate a move to ban private use of helicopters in residential areas. Victor Waters explains.

Councillors will today debate the private use of helicopters in residential areas, following an Environment Court challenge to Anna Mowbray and Ali Williams' approval to build a helipad at their Westmere home. Whau Ward Councillor Kerrin Leoni spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

記者会見する参政党の神谷宗幣代表、２２日午後、国会内参政党の神谷宗幣代表は２２日、国会内で記者会見し、次期衆院選で前回と同じ９０人規模の候補者を擁立し、４０議席程度の獲得を目指す方針を示した。 Sanseito aims to win about 40 seats in the next election for the House of Representatives, the lower chamber of Japan's parliament, its leader, Sohei Kamiya, said Tuesday, following the party's big win in Sunday's House of Councillors election.

首相官邸に入る石破茂首相、２２日、東京・永田町石破茂首相が参院選で大敗しながら続投を宣言したことを受け、複数の党県連は２２日、首相に早期退陣を要求した。 Prefectural chapters of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party are urging Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, also party president, to resign after the LDP-Komeito coalition failed to keep its majority in the House of Councillors in Sunday's election.

Homeowners will pay a higher rate of property tax next year as a result of a vote being held this evening by Dublin City Council.Councillors are expected to vote to remove a 15% discount on the tax for the first time in over a decade.So, if there is a hike in property tax, should there be greater transparency around where these taxes are actually spent?Guest host Anna Daly is joined by listeners to discuss.

In April 2021, Jennifer Poole's life was tragically and violently taken from her by a man she once trusted, someone whose long history of violence remained hidden from her, and from a system that should have protected her. This tragedy compelled her brother, Jason Poole, to stand up, not only for Jennifer, but also for every woman in Ireland who lives in fear behind closed doors. Her death triggered the launch of a national campaign for “Jennie's Law”, which represents a powerful call for systemic and fundamental change to Ireland's approach to domestic violence. Jennie's Law would essentially establish a Domestic Violence Register if it becomes legislation and is modelled of Claire's Law which already exists in the UK since 2014. A motion calling for the legislation to be published has passed at the latest meeting of Clare County Council this week. Clare FM's Daragh Dolan was there for the historic moment and spoke to Mayor of Ennis Cllr Mary Howard who represents Rape Crisis MidWest on the Clare Local Area Network, but firstly Newmarket-On-Fergus Cllr David Griffin who raised the motion and has been engaging with the Justice Minister on the matter.

PJ hears from Rachel who is delighted Councillors voted to rename the park. She thinks the women of the Magdalene Laundries should be remembered in the new name. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's been an accusation that "democracy wasn't let happen" at a meeting of Ennis's elected representatives. At this week's Ennis Muncipal District meeting, Fianna Fáil Councillor Tom O'Callaghan called for a vote on the removal of proposals for the reduction of two-lane access to the county town's orbital roads from the Draft Ennis Local Transport Plan, after his motion on the matter received unanimous support. Mayor of Ennis, Fine Gael Councillor Mary Howard, denied the request however, claiming it couldn't be allowed as public consultation is still ongoing. Councillor O'Callaghan says he can't understand the decision.

The bulk of district councillors in New Plymouth have voted to draw a line in the sand and oppose seabed mining in the South Taranaki Bight. Amanda Clinton-Gohdes is the councillor who tabled the motion, and she spoke to Corin Dann.