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On The Tonight Show with Kieran Cuddihy: What did yesterday's presidential debate reveal about the candidates, and the key issues that will dominate this election? Is the government's plan to splash cash at asylum applicants a "right-wing dog whistle"? We'll also discuss the Gaza "peace plan" along with all of tomorrow's front-page news.
John Downing is away this week so Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent at Mediahuis Ireland reviewed the week in politics. The presidential election campaign, of course, took centre stage.
Today marks the first full day in campaigning for the Presidential election with all three candidates taking to the campaign trail across the country. Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor, Irish Independent brings us the latest on the campaign.
Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with The Irish Independent and Dr. Emma Howard, Economics Lecturer at TU Dublin
With Sinn Féin's decision to back Catherine Connolly, the presidential field may now be set though Maria Steen is still pursuing a place in the race. Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent, gives his analysis.
Mary Lou McDonald has said Sinn Féin will endorse a presidential candidate with ‘plenty of Irish' ahead of tomorrow's announcement, causing speculation on who the likely candidate will be…Joining Kieran to discuss this and more is Fionnán Sheehan, Ireland Editor with The Irish Independent.
Jennifer Whitmore TD, Wicklow, Social Democrats. Spokesperson for Climate, Energy and Biodiversity; and Spokesperson for Agriculture, Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor of Irish Independent and also Shay Brennan TD, Dublin Rathdown, Fianna Fáil was our Friday Forum today.
Jim Gavin has been nominated by Fianna Fáil for the Irish Presidency, beating out MEP Billy Kelleher in a vote today. And, with Taoiseach Micheal Martin backing the candidate who lost the vote, what does it tell us about the party's faith in his leadership?Kieran is joined by Fianna Fáil MEP Billy Kelleher as well as Newstalk's Political Correspondent Seán Defoe to discuss the nomination, and later Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent and Ivan Yates, former Government Minister, join to discuss what this could mean for the future of the party.
Jerry O'Sullivan, host of Today with Jerry O'Sullivan on Radio Kerry and Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor, Irish Independent
On The Tonight Show with Kieran Cuddihy: Joined in studio by former meteorologist Joanna Donnelly, who has just declared her interest in running for president, we unpack the latest developments in the race for the Áras.
Joining Anton to go through the main stories from the Sunday papers is Kate O'Connell, Former Fine Gael TD; Dan Mulhall, Former Irish ambassador; and Barry Doyle, Chief Financial and Operating Officer at Johnson Hana.Anton also speaks to Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent at Mediahuis Ireland, about Fianna Fáil's potential presidential nomination & Willie O'Reilly, former director of Today FM, FM104, Highland Radio, and former RTÉ Group Commercial Director, about Claire Byrne's move to Newstalk.
As the countdown for the Áras race continues, Fianna Fáil are edging closer to announcing their nominee. While former Dublin GAA manager Jim Gavin remains to be a strong favourite, another candidate by the name of Louise Richardson has now entered the fore. So who will Michael Martin's party choose to run? All to discuss with Ireland Editor with The Irish Independent Fionnán Sheehan.
Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fail MEP for Ireland South and Fionnan Sheehan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent.
The Irish Independent reports that that Fianna Fáil senators and TDs may have approached former Dublin football boss, Jim Gavin, about running for the presidency for the party. Jerry spoke to Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent, Mediahuis Ireland.
A presidential race that was shaping up to be relatively uneventful has been shaken up by the surprise withdrawal of Mairead McGuinness due to health issues. Heather Humphries and Sean Kelly are potential nominees from Fine Gael. While pharma tycoon Gareth Sheridan attempts to secure a spot on the ticket, Independent TD Catherine Connolly is the only official candidate at this stage. All to discuss with Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent.
The Dáil ends this week – so who are the biggest winners and losers of this Dáil term?Sarah McGuinness, Political Correspondent for the Irish Daily Mail and Ireland Editor for the Irish Independent, Fionnan Sheahan, join Kieran to discuss.
The government has ruled out any new cost of living supports in the upcoming budget, citing falling inflation and a shift toward infrastructure investment. Taoiseach Micheál Martin defended the move in Leaders' Questions, while Tanaiste Simon Harris confirmed one-off measures will be scrapped. But with reduced VAT for hospitality still costing over €700 million annually, has the government prepared for the political fallout?Also on the show: the Tanaiste warns of serious risks from potential US tariffs, and Fine Gael confirms Mairead McGuinness as its presidential candidate.Joining Kieran Cuddihy tonight were Fianna Fáil TD Malcolm Byrne, Social Democrats TD Sinéad Gibney, and Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brian O'Connell, RTÉ reporter // Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent // Gary Murphy, Professor of Politics at the School of Law and Government in DCU
Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent, examines the forthcoming Presidential race.
Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent
Gerard Howlin, public affairs consultant and Irish Times columnist, and Fionnan Sheehan, Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent, join The Hard Shoulder to discuss the absence of declared candidates for Ireland's 2025 presidential election.Get all the discussion here.
Seamus McGrath, Fianna Fáil TD for Cork South Central // Joanna Byrne, Sinn Féin TD for Louth // Sinéad O'Carroll, Editor of the Journal.ie // Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent
Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish and Sunday Independent
Online videos of the rap trio Kneecap calling for the death of British MPs and shouting "Up Hamas, up Hezbollah" are now being investigated by the police. It comes after MPs condemned the group and called for arts funding to be removed and their invitation to play at Glastonbury withdrawn. Band members have apologised but have been cancelled by a number of festivals. So, who are Kneecap and why are they creating such a stir? Niall Paterson talks to Aoife Moore, journalist and author of The Long Game: Inside Sinn Fein. He also talks to Steve Cummins, former Ireland Editor for the NME. Producer: Natalie Ktena Editor: Philly Beaumont
Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent
Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent
Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy faces a vote on motion of confidence in the Dáil today, Barry Heneghan has asked for a seat swap to get away from Michael Lowry and of course tariffs will be on todays agenda too.To look ahead to a busy day in the Dáil was Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent.
Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent, discusses he government's plan to get ahead of US tariffs and the no confidence motion in Verona Murphy.
Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor, Irish Independent // Gary Murphy, Professor of politics at DCU
Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent, discusses when Oireachtas committees might return.
Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor of the Irish Independent joined Pat this morning for the political roundup of the week. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Tánaiste Micheál Martin are set to meet in Liverpool today. After a chaotic week in global politics, they have much to discuss ahead of Martin's visit to the White House.
Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent // Sarah Firth, Freelance Foreign Correspondent in Washington // Roland Oliphant, Chief Foreign Correspondent, Telegraph // David O'Sullivan, EU's sanctions envoy
Planning rules on cabins and modular homes in back gardens could be relaxed as part of Government efforts to tackle the housing crisis. We asked are modular homes just a short-term fix to the housing and rental crisis? Pat discusses this with Orla Hegarty Architect and Assistant Professor at UCD School of Architecture, Planning & Environmental Policy and also Fionnan Sheehan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent.
Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent
Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent Group, looks ahead to the formation of the new Goverment as the Dáil resumes.
Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent on the political fallout of the new programme for government.
Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent
Barry Ward, Fine Gael TD for Dún Laoghaire // Ciarán Aherne, Labour TD for Dublin South West // Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent // Brenda Power, Journalist
Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Irish Independent Group, discusses the suspension of newly elected TD Eoin Hayes from the Social Democrats and other political matters.
Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon as talks begin to form a new government. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.Recorded on Tuesday 10th December 2024. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to discuss the results so far from Friday's election. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor at Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.Recorded on Monday 2nd December 2024. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Patrick O'Donovan, Fine Gael TD // Thomas Byrne, Fianna Fail TD // Kevin Boxer Moran Independent TD // Barry Lenihan, RTÉ Reporter // Fionnan Sheahan, Ireland Editor at the Independent // Theresa Reidy, Lecturer in Government in UCC // Aidan Regan, Professor in UCD's School of Politics and International Relations
Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to preview tonight's Leaders' debate on RTÉ. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor at Independent,ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.Recorded on Tuesday 26th November 2024. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon following the RTE Leaders' Debate. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for The Irish Independent, The Sunday Independent and independent.ie.Recorded on Tuesday 19th November 2024. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon. Fionnán in Ireland Editor at independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.Recorded on Wednesday 16th October 2024. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon. Fionnán is Ireland Editor at Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.Recorded on Monday 14th October 2024. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What questions remain for Mary Lou McDonald after Brian Stanley's resignation from the party? We hear from Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent Fionnan Sheahan?
Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about the week in Irish politics. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor at Independent.ie, the Irish Independent and the Sunday Independent.Recorded on Friday 11th October 2024. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fionnán Sheahan joins Eamon to talk about Budget 2025 delivered on Tuesday by Minister for Finance Jack Chambers and Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Paschal Donohoe. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.Recorded on Wednesday 2nd October 2024 Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fionnán Sheahan talks to Eamon about Taoiseach Simon Harris's surge in recent opinion polls, and the persistent issues with the National Children's Hospital. .Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor for Independent.ie, The Irish Independent and The Sunday Independent.Recorded on Monday 23rd September 2024. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/the-stand-with-eamon-dunphy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.