Podcasts about green party senator

The UN's Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women calls on Ireland to hold another referendum on women in the home and care.The committee reports disappointment with the failed referendum, recommending an independent evaluation of the vote and to run it again with alternative wording.So, why did the referendum fail, and what should be done to get it over the line the second time around?Rónán Mullen, Independent Senator for the National University of Ireland and Pauline O'Reilly, former Green Party Senator and Political Commentator join Kieran to discuss.

Michael Murphy, Fine Gael TD for Tipperary South;Ken O'Flynn, Independent Ireland TD for Cork North-Central; Malcolm Noonan, Green Party Senator; Gabija Gataveckaite, Political Correspondent for the Irish Independent

Killian Woods, Senior Business Reporter with The Business Post; Michael Murphy, Fine Gael TD for Tipperary South;Ken O'Flynn, Independent Ireland TD for Cork North-Central; Malcolm Noonan, Green Party Senator; Gabija Gataveckaite, Political Correspondent for the Irish Independent

Michael Murphy, Fine Gael TD for Tipperary South;Ken O'Flynn, Independent Ireland TD for Cork North-Central; Malcolm Noonan, Green Party Senator; Gabija Gataveckaite, Political Correspondent for the Irish Independent

Michael Murphy, Fine Gael TD for Tipperary South;Ken O'Flynn, Independent Ireland TD for Cork North-Central; Malcolm Noonan, Green Party Senator; Gabija Gataveckaite, Political Correspondent for the Irish Independent

There was a big reveal today for Cork's long-awaited Luas line: an 18km light rail, stretching from Ballincollig to Mahon Point, is officially on the table. With public consultation now open, some are calling it a transformational step for the city, but many in Cork are meeting it with scepticism, pointing to years of promises that went nowhere.Joining Kieran to discuss is KC from RedFM and TodayFM and Pauline O'Reilly, former Green Party Senator.Image: Luas Cork

Cathal Byrne, Fine Gael Senator; Aubrey McCarthy, Independent Senator; Malcolm Noonan, Green Party Senator; Adam Higgins, Political Correspondent with The Irish Sun

Suzanne Lynch, Politico in Brussels; Cathal Byrne, Fine Gael Senator; Aubrey McCarthy, Independent Senator; Malcolm Noonan, Green Party Senator; Adam Higgins, Political Correspondent with The Irish Sun

Cathal Byrne, Fine Gael Senator; Aubrey McCarthy, Independent Senator; Malcolm Noonan, Green Party Senator; Adam Higgins, Political Correspondent with The Irish Sun

Cathal Byrne, Fine Gael Senator; Aubrey McCarthy, Independent Senator; Malcolm Noonan, Green Party Senator; Adam Higgins, Political Correspondent with The Irish Sun

The event will bring together a broad range of individuals, communities, local authorities, and organisations, all united in their efforts to address climate change. It will provide a platform for both newcomers and those already engaged in sustainability initiatives to network, share ideas, and collaborate. The aim is to strengthen Ireland's commitment to building a climate-neutral future and inspire more grassroots action to tackle the climate crisis. The conference will feature keynotes and presentations from a diverse group of speakers. Senator Malcolm Noonan, Green Party Senator, will deliver the keynote address on Restoring Nature as a Climate Action. Robert Mooney from the Department of Environment, Climate & Communication will discuss code signing Pathways to a Carbon Neutral Ireland through the National Dialogue on Climate Action. Elina Bardram, Director for Adaptation & Resilience, Communication, and Civil Society Relations, will also be delivering a message from DG CLIMA. The conference will also feature contributions from several EU Climate Pact Ambassadors, each bringing valuable insights into different aspects of climate action. For example, Dr Lydia Cumiskey, Senior Postdoctoral Researcher at the MaREI Centre, UCC, will share creative solutions for climate resilience, focusing on co-creating change with flood-affected communities. Dr Laura Kirwan, Sustainability Lead at Nutritics, will discuss improving efficiency and sustainability in food service and how the Foodprint Tool is transforming operations. Lydia Cuminsky, Climate Pact Ambassador, highlighted the importance of local action, saying: "As an engaged researcher, the EU Climate Pact Conference is an opportunity to connect with people interacting daily with communities around climate action. "I'm looking forward to sharing creative outputs from the Creative Ireland funded BluePrint project which highlight the power of creative and artistic processes bridging arts, science and government, for amplifying the voices and lived-experiences of flood affected communities while bridging connections with policymakers and building local capacity to strengthen climate resilience." The EU Climate Pact, which is part of the European Green Deal, is a grassroots initiative aimed at uniting individuals and groups across Europe in the fight against climate change. This conference is a vital step in furthering this movement and encouraging more sustainable practices across Ireland. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

“The heart of rural Ireland has stopped beating and without a whimper of protest”… Those are the sentiments of Consultant Historian, Dr. Liam A. Heffron, who wrote recently in the Western People about his experience of rural decline in Ireland.So it begs the question: is rural Ireland in trouble?Dr. Liam A. Heffron joins Kieran to discuss. Also joining later is David Brady, former Mayo GAA footballer and Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator.

The next guest has decided to step back from politics, mere months after she was one of the front runners to be leader of the Green Party. Pippa Hackett is Green Party Senator and Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and joined Anton Savage on the Hard Shoulder...

Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator, reacts to a new study looking at the feasibility of a light rail transport system in Galway.

A lot of people have been in touch with the show since yesterday, when Kieran spoke to John, a listener, about his experience of the male friendship recession.What can we do on a societal level to tackle the problem of loneliness? Do we need a new Minister to address the problem?That's the call from Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator, who joins Kieran, as well as Seema Kennedy, Former Conservative MP and Former Co-Chair of the Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness, to discuss.

Irish children are overweight ‘because they are driven everywhere' that's the view of Roisin Garvey, Green Party Senator & Deputy Leader of the Party. Roisin explained her statement to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

Irish children are overweight ‘because they are driven everywhere' that's the view of Roisin Garvey, Green Party Senator & Deputy Leader of the Party. Roisin explained her statement to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

Landlords should have to bring rental properties up to minimum Building energy ratings. That's the call from Green Party Senator and Deputy Leader of the Party, Roisin Garvey who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

Landlords should have to bring rental properties up to minimum Building energy ratings. That's the call from Green Party Senator and Deputy Leader of the Party, Roisin Garvey who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

Pat hosted the Friday Forum with guests Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training at The Communications Clinic and columnist with The Sunday Independent, Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator and Party Chair, and Peadar Tobin, Leader of Aontú.

There's hope WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange will be back in Australia by the week's end. Wikileaks says the 52-year-old has left a UK prison, after reaching a deal with US authorities. The BBC is reporting Assange was likely to plead guilty to a charge of conspiracy to obtain and disclose US national defence information, in a deal giving him freedom. Australian Greens Senator, David Shoebridge, says people across the country's political spectrum have been demanding his release. "We want him to be dipping his feet in the sand of an Australian beach before the week is out." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining Pat in studio for the Friday Forum was Marian Harkin, Independent TD Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator and also Philip Ryan Political Editor for the Irish Independent.

Amanda Ferguson, Belfast based journalist; James O'Connor, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork East; Malachi O'Hara, Green Party Senator; Claire Kerrane, Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon-Galway; Aisling Moloney, Political Correspondent with The Irish Daily Mail

James O'Connor, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork East; Malachi O'Hara, Green Party Senator; Claire Kerrane, Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon-Galway; Aisling Moloney, Political Correspondent with The Irish Daily Mail

James O'Connor, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork East; Malachi O'Hara, Green Party Senator; Claire Kerrane, Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon-Galway; Aisling Moloney, Political Correspondent with The Irish Daily Mail

James O'Connor, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork East; Malachi O'Hara, Green Party Senator; Claire Kerrane, Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon-Galway; Aisling Moloney, Political Correspondent with The Irish Daily Mail

James O'Connor, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork East; Malachi O'Hara, Green Party Senator; Claire Kerrane, Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon-Galway; Aisling Moloney, Political Correspondent with The Irish Daily Mail

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

Patrick O'Donovan, Minister for Higher Education and Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator & MEP candidate for Midlands North West

Clare's Green Party Senator is defending the level of support given to people hoping to retrofit homes and purchase electric vehicles. Betweeen January and March, the number of households in this county that availed of solar panel fundig from the SEAI increased by 42% despite the maximum available grant falling by €300. While Last month the SIMI reported a 40% reduction in New EV sales in Clare, coming almost a year after the grant for purchasing an EV fell from €5,000 to €3,500. Inagh Green Party Senator Roisín Garvey insists the funds have been reinvested in public transport and other beneficial projects.

Pippa Hackett, Green Party Senator and Minister of State for Land Use and Biodiversity at the Department of Agriculture

Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator; Cian O'Callaghan, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Bay North; Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South Central; Louise Burne, Political Correspondent for the Irish Mirror

Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator; Cian O'Callaghan, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Bay North; Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South Central; Louise Burne, Political Correspondent for the Irish Mirror

Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator; Cian O'Callaghan, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Bay North; Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South Central; Louise Burne, Political Correspondent for the Irish Mirror

Green Party leader Eamon Ryan reacted to the shock announcment by Leo Varadkar that he was to step down today by saying he was an 'energetic' and 'committed leader' of the country. Green Party Senator and MEP candidate Pauline O'Reilly reacts.

Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator; Kathleen Funchion, Sinn Féin TD for Carlow-Kilkenny; Tom Clonan, Independent Senator; Louise Burne, Political Correspondent for the Irish Mirror

Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator; Kathleen Funchion, Sinn Féin TD for Carlow-Kilkenny; Tom Clonan, Independent Senator; Louise Burne, Political Correspondent for the Irish Mirror

Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator; Kathleen Funchion, Sinn Féin TD for Carlow-Kilkenny; Tom Clonan, Independent Senator; Louise Burne, Political Correspondent for the Irish Mirror

Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator; Kathleen Funchion, Sinn Féin TD for Carlow-Kilkenny; Tom Clonan, Independent Senator; Louise Burne, Political Correspondent for the Irish Mirror

Clare's Green Party Senator is confident the public are well in favour of phasing out fossil fuels. It follows a new nationwide survey from the Environmental Protection Agency which found that the level of support for increased taxes on petrol and diesel has fallen by 13% since 2021. The analysis also shows though that 75% of people are worried they will be impacted by an extreme weather event within the next decade. Inagh Green Party Senator Roisín Garvey says the carbon tax ultimately goes back into the pockets of struggling taxpayers.

Jennifer Bray, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times; Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Catherine Connolly, Independent TD for Galway West; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader & TD for Meath West

Ann Mara, Education Manager with MECPATHS; Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Catherine Connolly, Independent TD for Galway West; Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader & TD for Meath West

Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Brid Smith, People Before Profit TD, Dublin South Central; Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo-Leitrim; Christina Finn, Political Editor for The Journal

Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Brid Smith, People Before Profit TD, Dublin South Central; Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo-Leitrim; Christina Finn, Political Editor for The Journal

Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Brid Smith, People Before Profit TD, Dublin South Central; Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo-Leitrim; Christina Finn, Political Editor for The Journal

Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator in Clare and Spokesperson for Rural Development and Enterprise, Trade and Employment and Gina Murphy, Owner of Hugo's Restaurant in Dublin

Oisin Coghlan, CEO, Friends of the Earth and Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator

Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Louise O'Reilly, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Fingal; Matt Shanahan, Independent TD for Waterford; Tadgh McNally, Political Reporter with the Irish Examiner

Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Louise O'Reilly, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Fingal; Matt Shanahan, Independent TD for Waterford; Tadgh McNally, Political Reporter with the Irish Examiner

Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Louise O'Reilly, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Fingal; Matt Shanahan, Independent TD for Waterford; Tadgh McNally, Political Reporter with the Irish Examiner

Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Louise O'Reilly, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Fingal; Matt Shanahan, Independent TD for Waterford; Tadgh McNally, Political Reporter with the Irish Examiner

Senator Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator discusses the free hormonal treatment for women going through the menopause.

Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Mick Barry, People Before Profit/Solidarity TD; Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo-Leitrim; Jennifer Bray, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times

James Elder, UNICEF Spokesperson; Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Mick Barry, People Before Profit/Solidarity TD; Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo-Leitrim; Jennifer Bray, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times

It's claimed the lack of school guidance counsellors in Clare is severely hindering the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents. The Irish Institute of Guidance Counsellors has issued their pre-budget submission calling for the government to employ a suite of measures aimed at tackling a national crisis. Among the key components of the IGCs pre budget submission are calls for an urgent review of the national supply of guidance counsellors and a ringfenced allocation of hours for each and every pupil. Prior to the abolishment of the ex-quota system, secondary schools were guaranteed a minimum of 22 hours of guidance counsellor support each week. Under the current arrangements, the hours are now distributed at the discretion of the principal. However, a survey carried out this year by IGC found that just 4% of members had the full 22 hours available to them to carry out essential duties such as career advice and one on one clinics. Inagh, Green Party Senator, Roisín Garvey says Guidance Counsellors are at the frontline of a mental health crisis and need to be available to engage with students. A Clare Guidance Counsellor believes a dedicated point of contact is required for all schools in the event of crisis management. There is just one counsellor for every 453 secondary school students nationwide, while over 10% of those qualified in the profession are currently out of practice. Last year meanwhile, Clare's Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service dealt with 412 referrals. Guidance Counsellor at Kilrush Community School, Aisling Haugh says teaching commitments can often clash with the duties of a counsellor and that structures need to be introduced to ensure young people are never left behind in their moment of need.

James O'Connor, Fianna Fáil TD, Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator

A Clare member of the Oireachtas Committee on Autism says universal design will be at the forefront of a new report aimed at enhancing the quality of life for those with ASD. The 143-page document will be published later today, with a view to identifying the appropriate areas for investment that will advance employment, education, healthcare and public infrastructure for the community ahead of budget 2024. Around one in 65 people in Ireland are living with Autism Spectrum Disorder and combat daily obstacles such as noise sensitivity, mood instability and sensory issues. Inagh based Green Party Senator, Roisín Garvey says society needs to adapt to the needs of all disabled persons.

The Public Section Climate Action Mandate highlights a number of actions to be taken in order to reduce emissions by 51% by the end of the decade, one of which is to phase out public sector parking. Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator, and Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for Kerry joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

A new national demand strategy is set to be drawn up after Transport Minister, Eamon Ryan and cabinet have signed off on it today. The strategy will aim to free up roads and reduce congestion, by introducing more cycle lanes, better public transport infrastructure and more car free zones. Kieran was joined by Green Party Senator, Pauline O'Reilly and Keith Gavin, Chair of Irish Parking Association to discuss...

Pippa Hackett, Green Party Senator and Minister of State, reacts to sanctions against Neasa Hourigan.

Mick Barry, People Before Profit TD for Cork North Central, and Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator, discuss the possibility of making public transport free.

The Transport Minister is set to bring plans to Cabinet tomorrow which aim to slash Ireland's reliance on private cars.  One aspect of this will include a commitment to develop a demand-management strategy in transport, detailing the ways in which the country can move to end congestion and change the way road space is used. Kieran was joined by Green Party Senator Pauline O'Reilly, Eugene Drennan, President of the Irish Road Haulage Association and Blake Boland Communications with AA Ireland to discuss… Image: Green Party

The Chair of Clare's Housing Committee has branded changes to the planning process a 'distractionary tactic' to cover the 'incompetence' in efforts to tackle the housing crisis. The government approved a radical overhaul of the planning system this week, including changes to An Bord Pleanala and judicial reviews. Independent Councillor from Shannon, Gerry Flynn and Inagh-based Green Party Senator, Róisín Garvey have been speaking to Clare FM's Morning Focus.

A Clare Climate activist insists the failure to address oil and gas is one of the biggest failings of COP. Two weeks of talks culminated in a major deal over the weekend, which will see a fund set up for poorer nations most affected by climate change. Climate Activist from Lisdoonvarna, Theresa O'Donohoe and Green Party Senator from Inagh, Roisin Garvey have been speaking on Clare FM's Morning Focus.

Clare's Green Party Senator says cross-party support will be needed for the accleration of the country's climate action pledges. Inagh-based Green Party Senator, Róisín Garvey, says some parties have been quiet on climate issues and insists now is the time to speak up.

Seán Kyne, Fine Gael Senator & Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator

Seán Kyne, Fine Gael Senator & Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator

Clare's Green Party Senator says it's too early to say targets in the National Retrofit Programme will be missed. The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) told the Oireachtas Committee on the Environment and Climate Action this week that many suppliers involved in the plan are reporting difficulties in securing labour. So far this year, 36,000 applications were received by the SEAI across all schemes, with approximately 28,800 homes being retrofitted. Inagh-based Green Party Senator, Róisín Garvey, insists that the target to have half a million homes retrofitted by 2030 must still be the aim and that each year will see an increase in the number of people qualified to carry out the works.

Louise O'Reilly, Sinn Fein TD and spokesperson on Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator, Sarah Carey, Communications Consultant and Columnist at the Irish Independent Síona Cahill, Former President of the USI

Households are in line for three discounts of €200 or more on their electricity bills between now and next spring, under proposals being considered by the Government. So reported the Sunday Independent yesterday. Pauline O'Reilly, Chair of the Green Party Senator, and Conor Skehan, Sunday Independent Columnist both joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

Households are in line for three discounts of €200 or more on their electricity bills between now and next spring, under proposals being considered by the Government. So reported the Sunday Independent yesterday. Pauline O'Reilly, Chair of the Green Party Senator, and Conor Skehan, Sunday Independent Columnist both joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

Darren O'Rourke, Sinn Féin TD and Party Spokesperson on Climate Action & Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator

Pippa Hackett, Green Party Senator & Minister of State for Biodiversity and Land Use; Duncan Smith, Labour Party TD for Dublin Fingal and Spokesperson on Health, Communications and Transport; Aoife Moore, Political Correspondent for The Sunday Times; Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner

Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Rose Conway Walsh, S.F. TD Mayo; Daniel McConnell, Political Editor of The Irish Examiner & Brenda Power, Columnist for The Sunday Times and Irish Daily Mail.

Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator and spokesperson for Rural Development, and Enterprise, Trade and Employment; Marie Sherlock, Labour Party Senator and spokesperson for Employment Affairs, Media, Arts, Culture and the Gaeltacht; Lynn Boylan, Sinn Féin Senator and Spokesperson on Climate Justice; Gráinne Ní Aodha, Dublin Reporter with PA Media

Pippa Hackett, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine and Green Party Senator; Louise O'Reilly, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Fingal and party spokesperson on Workers' Rights, Enterprise, Trade, and Employment; Mattie McGrath, Independent TD for Tipperary

Pippa Hackett, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine and Green Party Senator; Louise O'Reilly, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Fingal and party spokesperson on Workers' Rights, Enterprise, Trade, and Employment; Mattie McGrath, Independent TD for Tipperary

Pippa Hackett, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine and Green Party Senator; Louise O'Reilly, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Fingal and party spokesperson on Workers' Rights, Enterprise, Trade, and Employment; Mattie McGrath, Independent TD for Tipperary

Pippa Hackett, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine and Green Party Senator; Louise O'Reilly, Sinn Féin TD for Dublin Fingal and party spokesperson on Workers' Rights, Enterprise, Trade, and Employment; Mattie McGrath, Independent TD for Tipperary

Roisin Garvey, Green Party Senator and spokesperson for Rural Development, and Enterprise, Trade and Employment and Richard Bruton, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Bay North and member of the Oireachtas Committee on Climate Action

On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD from Meelick and Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator from Inagh to speak about the latest measures to address the rising cost of living and the controversy over the ban on the sale of turf from September. Photo (c) by walshphotos from Getty Images via Canva.

Pippa Hackett, Green Party Senator and Minister of State at Dept. Of Agriculture; Matt Carthy, Sinn Féin TD Cavan Monaghan and party spokesperson on Agriculture; Alice Mary Higgins, Independent Senator; Hugh O Connell, Independent Newspapers Political Correspondent. Plus a call with Tom Clonan, following his win in the byelection.

Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Martin Kenny, Sinn Féin TD for Sligo-Leitrim; Mick Barry, People Before Profit/Solidarity TD for Cork North-Central; Aoife Moore, Political Correspondent for The Irish Examiner

A panel discussion on government tensions, pension age, surrogacy and environmental issues, with Mary Seery Kearney, Fine Gael Senator; Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator; Michael Fitzmaurice, Independent TD; and Elaine Loughlin Deputy Political Editor with The Irish Examiner.

Brace yourselves, not just for the cold winter months but also for the next energy price hikes. Yes, we've had a few already, but there will be more in 2022.  Conor Pope, Consumer Affairs Correspondent with the Irish Times and Pippa Hackett, Green Party Senator and Junior Minister joined Kieran to discuss...

Matt Carthy, Sinn Féin Agriculture Spokesperson, Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator

On Wednesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Timmy Dooley, Clare's Fianna Fáil Senator, member of the Oireachtas Committee on Environment and Climate Action and Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator from Inagh. A new report is warning Ireland won't have enough electricity to meet demand for the next five winters. The report recommends delaying the scheduled powerplants for closure. The Moneypoint powerplant in West Clare will now have its lifespan extended to meet demands. © Pat Flynn

On Monday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Dr. Maeve O'Sullivan, Lecturer in Human Resource Management and Programme Director, MSc Human Resource Management at Cork University Business School and Senator Roisin Garvey, Green Party Senator, Inagh. Concerns are being raised that more women are being pushed “to the sidelines” due to Covid, with a new study showing women are much more likely than men to be looking for work since the pandemic began. Researchers from Cork University Business School and NUI Galway analysed survey data on men and women in 32,500 households from 2002 to the end of last year ad found, on average, women were more likely than men to be looking for work.

Dr. Tara Shine, Director of Change by Degrees and Co-facilitator of a Science Policy Dialog under the UN's Climate Convention, Brid Smith, PBP TD, Pauline O'Reilly, Green Party Senator

'Stay-at-home parent' has been added to LinkedIn as a job title. It means people that have left the workforce to raise children won't have a gap on their CV. Green Party Senator and founder of The Stay at Home Parents Association of Ireland, Pauline O'Reilly spoke on Tipp Today...

A change in direction towards offshore wind energy has long been mooted as a potential saviour of Moneypoint Power Station. On Thursday's Morning Focus Pat Flynn spoke to Róisín Garvey, Green Party Senator from Inagh and Ian Lynch, Independent Cllr from Kilrush about the proposed development of a major new flagship floating offshore wind development project.

Only a few weeks ago Environmental Law Officer with the Irish Environmental Network, Attracta Uí Bhroin came on the tortoise shack and warned us that a piece of Fine Gael legislation from the last government that would make access to justice more restrictive might end up in the new program for government. How right she was. New Minister for State and Green Party Senator, Pippa Hackett, seems to be in quite a rush to get her new Bill through at a time when there is little or no oversight and not enough time for a proper public consultation. Attract outlines what this all means and puts into context why it matters to everyone, whether your in Dingle or Donegal. This podcast is also a call to action. Let's #DitchPippaHackettsBill and fix the problems now, rather than pay for them later on. Email your submission to forestrybill202@agriculture.gov.ie Support our podcast: patreon.com/tortoiseshack

Jo Vallentine was the first Australian Green Party Senator. She brought principled action to Australia's federal Senate, earning her the scorn of many "business as usual" politicians, as she served as advocate and voice in Australia's Parliament for a number of progressive issues for 8 years