Podcast appearances and mentions of paddy comyn

Today on the show - Minster Helen McEntee on the return of the Dáil and the growing problem of human trafficking in Ireland. Paddy Comyn of Alliance on driver behaviour and personal responsibility on the roads and Nursing Homes Ireland say we're heading into a real crisis in the nursing home sector Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paddy Comyn has spent his life around cars, initially as the son of a motoring journalist before then following in his father's footsteps. He then switched to the other side with a role in public relations where he had the unenviable task of managing Volkswagen's Dieselgate crisis. We discuss influencers, the changing media landscape and some of his favourite cars.  Follow 50to70 on Instagram Follow Dave Humphreys on Instagram Follow Cormac Singleton on Instagram Follow 3FE Coffee on Instagram Get your 3FE Coffee Here

Today on the show - Social Justice Ireland call on Govt to increase social welfare payments in the Budget this year. Ruairi O Murchu seeks immediate action to improve water quality in Dundalk and Paddy Comyn of AA Ireland on the growing problem of driving while distracted Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shocking footage of a man whizzing down the M50 on an E-Scooter has led to renewed calls for helmet-wearing to become mandatory for users. Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications for AA Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Martin Kenny, Sinn Féin Transport spokesperson, and Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications with AA Ireland, discuss tolls on the country's national road network increasing from next month.

After sitting in traffic one day, watching people walk past us, Paddy Comyn of the AA wondered would you be faster walking across the city than driving? Well, 6 willing victims battled Dublin's streets in rush hour traffic to find out. Paddy joined Dermot and Dave this morning to chat about the results.

Dublin has been ranked as the worst capital in Europe for public transport tickets, according to new research from Greenpeace. The capital scored 36 out of 100 points in the ranking, and was the only city analysed which does not have a fixed-price long-term ticket for all means of transport. Kieran was joined by Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications at AA Ireland, Lorna Bogue, An Rabharta Glas Cork Councillor and Sunil Sharpe, Spokesperson for Give Us The Night...

Government plans to phase out the reduced excise rate on petrol and diesel are being met with heavy criticism by the Rural Independent TDs. Paddy Comyn from AA Ireland and Independent TD Richard O'Donoghue joins Joe to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new Ernst & Young report released this morning has found that free public transport would mean a 7% reduction in walking and a 13% reduction in cycling – but only 1% less car journeys. Kieran was joined by Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications at AA Ireland and Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor with the Sunday Independent to discuss...

The big energy news today has been that Pinergy has been the first in the Irish energy market to reduce its prices since the pandemic. Their prices will be reduced by 7.1% from the end of March. Daragh Cassidy of bonkers.ie joined Kieran in studio to discuss. In other energy and fuel news, AA Ireland are looking for clarity on fuel increases due in March. Paddy Comyn is Head of Communications with AA Ireland and he also joined the discussion…

International research has found that Dublin is the third slowest city in the world to drive in. It takes almost 30 minutes to drive 10 km in the city centre. Brian Caulfield, associate professor in the School of Engineering at Trinity College and Paddy Comyn from The AA joined Matt to discuss why this is happening. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

We hear from Paddy Comyn on the proposed EU ban on petrol and diesel vehicles.Cllr Liam Madden on why the Council is slow to take over responsibility for housing estates.Peter Boland tells us why our insurance premiums are on the increase.Our Garda File comes from West Cork this week with Garda Brigid Hartnett.All your pet questions are answered by Jane Piggott. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The head of Dublin City Council's traffic division, Brendan O'Brien has said that the national road safety strategy “isn't working” and needs to be significantly overhauled to reduce deaths and serious injuries. Kieran was joined by Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications at AA Ireland, andLeo Lieghio, a member of the Irish Road Victims Association to discuss…

Joining Gavan On the Record is Paddy Comyn, Head Of Communications with the AA (Ireland). Together they discuss the ban on Russian petroleum products from February 5th, 2023 onwards as well as the NCT backlog.

Today on the show - Who knew what? Gavan Reilly brings us the latest on the nursing homes claims isssue. Are we facing more increases at the pumps? Paddy Comyn of AA Ireland on the growing risk of more fuel hikes and concerns are growing for the future of PayPal's call centre in Dundalk as the company announced plans to cut jobs - Paddy Malone of Dundalk COC speaks with us this morning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As toll revenue figures report increases, Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications for the AA joined Ciara to discuss what our roads and tolls might be like in 2023.

As toll revenue figures report increases, Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications for the AA joined Ciara to discuss what our roads and tolls might be like in 2023.

There have been suggestions that employers should be charged to keep parking spaces for their staff as a way to help reduce the number of cars in urban centres. To discuss this Matt was joined by Janet Horner, Green Party councillor and member of Dublin City Council's Transport Committee, and Paddy Comyn, head of communication with the AA. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Range anxiety are two words that will be familiar to anyone who has experience of driving an electric car. The fear of running out of battery at a bad time is real, and can put a lot of people off making the move. But changes are afoot, Paddy Comyn from the AA recently undertook a challenge to drive an electric car the length of Ireland without charging. He joined Dermot and Dave to reveal how he got on, and what this challenge means for those looking to make the change.

Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications for AA Ireland, discusses plans that will see drivers of electric vehicles have access to charging ports on all main roads every 60km.

Two Irish men have done the impossible, the unthinkable - they've driven from one end of Ireland to the next, in an electric vehicle, without stopping to charge. Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications at AA was behind the wheel and he joined Sean on the show to discuss...

Two Irish men have done the impossible, the unthinkable - they've driven from one end of Ireland to the next, in an electric vehicle, without stopping to charge. Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications at AA was behind the wheel and he joined Sean on the show to discuss...

On the last #mreade show of 2022 > Paddy Comyn (head of comminications AA ireland) on Climate Change >Primate of all Ireland Archbishop Eamon Martin > Reaction to The Late Private Sean Rooney Funeral as he is laid to rest this morning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pharmacist, Sheena Mitchell has asked Leo to allow pharmacists to prescribe certain medicines.Gerry Garvey from the Vincent de Paul tells us of the increased demand for help this year.Laura Lynn has opened a new hub in Mallow. We hear from Marie Lynch who is the head of the Cork hub.Paddy Comyn of the A.A. has security tips for anyone who will be away from home at Christmas.A listener tells of her problems when she showed up for her appointment at the NDLS office in Mallow only to find the office closed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications at The AA, on falling fuel prices.

Paddy Comyn from the AA spoke to Fran on Wednesdays Tipp today on the current fuel prices and predicted rad conditions, Tony gave his views on fuel prices, Brian spoke about his frustrations with car drivers in his experience as a lorry driver, Ronan Mulligan from Mulligans pharmacy on their new lease of life for an old building in Clonmel. Marie, Jamie, Helen and Theresa on yesterdays Dear Phil letter on whether to keep your married name after a divorce, our Garda slot with Sgt Declan O'Carroll, Hidden Histories focussed on Christmas traditions and George Fury of the Fury Brothers stopped by for a chat!

Today on the show - As people prepare to take to the streets today over A&E closures , Meath East TD Darren O Rourke joined us to discuss the confusion surrounding the changes to ambulance protocols at Navan hospital. Paddy Comyn of AA Ireland was on hand to offer tips and advice to motorists on how to travel safely during the current cold snap. Chair of Meath CoCo Nick Killian spoke to us about the shock and horror felt by the people of Meath following the discoveries of 2 bodies in the county over the weekend - these stories and more covered this morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aengus Cox reports from the foothills of the Dublin Mountains following snow overnight and Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications at AA Ireland, outlines how motorists should take extra care this morning.

It's important for all motorists to keep safe when driving this Winter. Paddy Comyn from AA Roadwatch joined us on the line to give us all some advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a cold snap on the way, attention turns to how to drive in wintery conditions. Blake Boland and Paddy Comyn discuss some hints and tips for staying safe in the car during colder weather conditions. For more go to www.theaa.ie/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications at the AA, warns road users to take extra care with icy conditions on the way.

Today on the show - Sinn Fein's Johnny Guirke gave us his thoughts on the Government's track record on housing. Paddy Comyn of AA Ireland discussed the cost of electric cars and keeping them on the road. Tom McArdle of Carlingford Adventure Centre joined us to address the concerns expressed at a protest at the venue over the weekend about the relocation of 40 Ukrainian refugees at the centre - these stories and more covered today Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the podcast, Paddy Comyn speaks to Pat Ryan Managing Director of IM Group in Ireland about the new Ora Funky CatPaddy and Blake discuss new road toll increases and new increases to ESB eCars public charging network.Subscribe to us wherever you get your podcasts and read more for us on our blog at www.theaa.ie/blog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Fridays Tipp Today. Johnny Looby gave his take on the week that was, TD Jackie Cahill on his inclusion on Putin's infamous list, Dr Anthny O'Halloran on the state of politics globally with Russia and Trump leading headlines this week. Paddy Comyn on the new increase in toll charges, Damien O'Donoghue told us about this weekends protest in Nenagh, Andrew Looby on stars in relaity TV and our friday panel of Mary Alice, Liam and Mark unpacked the topics of the week.

Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications for AA Ireland, reacts to the decision from Transport Infrastructure Ireland to increase tolls on nine out of ten roads from January 1st 2023.

Cillian Sherlock speaks to Paddy Comyn from AA Ireland and people in Dublin city centre to get their reaction to the overnight doubling of fines for some motoring offences.

On Thursday's Tipp Today, Paddy Comyn from the AA went through the new changes to fines for various driving offences which increase from today. Richie called in with his views on the Ukranian refugee crisis, Christine and Raymond gave their views on the changes to pub and nightclub opening hours, Jack gave his views on refugees, Muriel Cuddy spoke about managing and preventing injuries in this weeks Health slot, we had a taster of this weekends Down Your Way, Pat O'Toole from the Farmers Journal gave us this weeks farming news headlines, Rory Makem and Donal Clancy were live in studio for a tune and a chat and Fran spoke to Phil Coulter ahead of his 80th birthday....

In this episode, Paddy Comyn is joined by Blake Boland to discuss electric vehicle charging costs.You could be paying up to 3.5 times more to charge your EV than your neighbourWe run through some of the basic EV terminologyWe chat about the winner of the AA Car AwardsWe discuss some of our favourite EVsSubscribe to the AA Ireland Podcast wherever you get your podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are back with a new season and we have a new host! Blake Boland joined the AA recently and joins Paddy Comyn as the new co-host. We start Season 2 with a discussion on the future of fuels with Circle K's Director of Fuels, Jonathan Diver and we cover a host of topics from the new fuel E10, the roll-out of electric vehicle chargers from Circle K and how fuels might be made in the future. Don't forget to subscribe to the AA Ireland Podcast. You can check out all of our content on www.theaa.ie/blog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

According to figures from the Society of the Motor Industry electric vehicle use continues to grow. There is an 80% year on year growth and a market share of 13%. Paddy Comyn, who is Director of Communications with AA Ireland, Emma Mitchell, the Operations Director with the Society of the Irish Motor Industry, and Lunchtime Live presenter, Andrea Gilligan, joined Regina to discuss if Ireland has the infrastructure to deal with increasing numbers of EV owners.

There are considerable delays for drivers trying to get a National Car Test at the moment. Gardaí say they are cognisant of the delays and will take this into account if a driver doesn’t have a valid NCT, through no fault of their own. Jerry speaks to Paddy Comyn of the AA about this, fuel prices, and the importance of road safety this bank holiday weekend.

In the final episode from Season 1, Paddy Comyn chats to David Golding about classic cars. David shares how he got in to the industry and gives some great advice for anyone thinking of purchasing a classic car. Thanks to you all for tuning in to Season 1, and we hope to welcome you back very soon for Season 2! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Moore from Astronomy Ireland about the new images from the Webb Telescope.Paddy Comyn from AA Ireland on rising fuel prices and hybrid cars.New bee-keeping initiative at CUHRaffle fundraiser for My Lovely Horse rescue centre.Gardening with Peter Dowdall See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A new survey from AA Ireland has suggested that just over a third of people would be open to making the switch from fuel to electric cars - with fuel costs being a major reason. Paddy Comyn, who is the head of Communications at AA Ireland, joined Emmet and Philip Nolan, who is motoring correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail, to discuss if electric vehicles are the future.

Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications at the AA, discusses the high compliance rate of motorists on the M7 between Nenagh in Tipperary and Birdhill in Limerick.

In this special episode, Anna Cullen and Paddy Comyn discuss driving on the roads in Ireland in Summer and offer some advice to road users. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the debate on the future of Navan hospital continues, Chair of the Save Navan Hospital Camapaign, Peadar Toibin describes the HSE's plans as disgraceful and disappointing, saying the people of Navan will fight them all the way. Local GP Marie Scully gives us the GP's perspective on how the hospital restructuring will affect them. Sinn Fein's Declan Kearney discusses the implications of the proposed changes to the NI protocol. Marie Sherlock outlines her criticism of Government's "meek" proposals to introduce a living wage by 2026, while Paddy Comyn of AA Ireland spoke to us about their latest survey detailing spiralling petrol prices across the country - these stories and more on today's show See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As petrol pumps break the € 2-litre barrier in some places today, what can be done with regard to petrol prices?  For more on this Pat spoke to Paddy Comyn, Head of communications AA and also Geraldine Herbert Motoring Correspondent for Sunday Independent.

Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications with The AA (Ireland), discusses new permanent speed cameras on the M7 that will clock average speeds.

Denis Murphy is the Dealer Principal of Blackwater Motors in Cork and he has some really insightful and incisive views on the way Government is dealing with the climate issue in relation to the motor retail industry here in Ireland. Denis talks to Paddy Comyn about the transition to electric vehicles and how the government could do more to help the transition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Paddy Comyn speaks to Colm Conyngham, Marketing and Public Relations Manager for Bridgestone Tyres in Ireland. They chat about the importance of tyre safety, so that you and your passengers are protected on the road. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Thursday's Tipp Today, Fran spoke to Father Iggy O'Donovan on his calls for people to don the Ukranian colours for St Patricks Day in a gesture of solidarity, he also to Jennfier who gave her reaction to Russia's calls for Ireland to pay fr their damaged embassy gate! We spoke to Mary O'Shea about Templemore's plans for St Patricks Day, Louise Tobin from St Josephs school on the recent Deis announcement, Paddy Comyn from the AA on the rising fuel costs, Sean Murphy from Coolmoyne Transport on how the hikes are affecting his business. We also spoke to truckers Mick and Martin about the hikes affect them. Eddie spoke to us about his frustration that the angelus is now void of all religious imagery, while David Quinn from the Iona Institute spoke to us about the demonisation of nuns in Irish society. We also had our farming slot with Pat O'Toole from the Farmers Journal, Muriel Cuddy from Health Screening Plus spoke about beauty and our perception of it, we also spoke to poet Mary d'estelle Roe on her new book, PJ O'Meara from Cahir Historical Society gave us an update ahead of an outing tonight and Brendáin O'Conchuir spoke to us about a new pop up Gaeltacht in Thurles as part of Seachtain na Gaeilge!

On Friday Tipp Today, Fran spoke to Johnny Looby for his look back on the week that was, listener Colm spoke about the problems with dog fouling in Tipp Town, Labour Consituency Chair in Tipp Louise Morgan spoke about her disappointment with the party following Alan Kelly's resignation. Paddy Comyn from AA spoke to Fran about the continuing rise in fuel prices. Alan Kelly spoke to Fran in his first interview with media since his shock resignation was announced this week. Our own Andrew Looby went though some of the most iconic protest songs and we had our friday Panel with Martin Quinn, Rachel Woodlock and Joe Leahy discussing the topics of the week including, Alan Kelly's resignation, the situation in the Ukraine and the controversy surrounding the 2 Johnnies.

Sam Waide is the Chief Executive and Accounting Officer of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) in Ireland. As part of the Vision Zero 2050 challenge to have zero fatalities on our roads, Sam is leading the development and delivery of the Government's Road Safety Strategy 2021-2030, working in partnership with key agencies to achieve Programme for Government outcomes of 50% reduction in serious injuries and fatalities by 2030. This includes working with EU Commission, member states and road safety organisations internationally, leading and contributing to policy and legislative changes to achieve safer environments for road users. Sam talks to Paddy Comyn about their successes and their aims to get to Zero Road Fatalities by 2050.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

By plane, train or car we get some advice on how to get there safely when driving home for Christmas with Barry Kenny Iarnroid Eireann, Paddy Comyn, Head of communications AA and Adrian O'Loughlin  Bus Eireann East Regional Operators.    Listen and subscribe to The Pat Kenny Show on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.    You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.

Motorists around the country are set to be hit with rising toll prices in the new year. Paddy Comyn from AA Ireland and many motorists joined Andrea to discuss...

It's a question you've definitely been asked, or you might have thought it yourself, and now a new Irish book looks tries to answer the question. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/12/14125733/PaddyComyn_1412.mp3"][/audio] Paddy Comyn and Barry Sheehan have written a new children's book called ‘What Does Santa Do, When It's Not Christmas?' The picture book, tells the story of what happens when Santa is ‘off-duty' and is being released to raise money for Jack & Jill Children's Foundation. Speaking to Dermot and Dave, Paddy explained how the book came about and where the money raised will go. You can catch the chat by clicking play above, and you can buy the book online now. 

The recent lifting of Covid-19 restrictions has seen a “significant spike” in traffic volumes and incidents on the nation’s roads. The AA has said that there has been a 36% increase in traffic incidents following easing of inter-county travel restrictions. To give us the stats, Kieran was joined by Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications at AA Roadwatch. Also Brian Caufield, Associate Professor in Transport at Trinity College Dublin & Alexandra Ryan, founder and CEO of Entertainment News Site Goss.ie. Listen and subscribe to The Hard Shoulder on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.      Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.    You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.