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The Taoiseach and Tánaiste met with Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald and First Minister of Northern Ireland Michelle O'Neill over the continued Garvaghy Road stand-off. For the latest on this, Jonathan spoke to Paul Hosford, Political Correspondent at The Irish Examiner.
The Taoiseach and Tánaiste met with Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald and First Minister of Northern Ireland Michelle O'Neill over the continued Garvaghy Road stand-off. For the latest on this, Jonathan spoke to Paul Hosford, Political Correspondent at The Irish Examiner.
Barry Lenihan, Political Correspondent, looks ahead to today's cabinet meeting where the Government's proposed €2,000 grant to scrap kerosene and oil boilers will be on the agenda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Talking History Patrick discusses the history of Magill Magazine with guests Kevin Rafter, author of FEARLESS!: Vincent Browne's Magill and Ireland in the 1980s, Head of communications at Dublin City University (DCU) and a former Magill Magazine Editor and Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times and former editor of Magill and author of The Murderer and the Taoiseach: Death, Politics and GUBU.
Social media firms face an Oireachtas grilling over dangerous driving videos being shared online. Will new laws help, or is the sharing of harmful material inherent the design of the platforms themselves?Ireland's AI Minister refutes claims that the Irish presidency had a hand in drafting legislation that would scrap GDPR protections for AI products. And Micheál Martin meets Mamdani and plays bingo as he ropes in New York's mayor to help strengthen Irish American ties. The Panel:Senator Garret Ahearn, Fine GaelSinéad Gibney TD, Social DemocratsClaire Scott, Political Correspondent, Sunday Times Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cormac is joined by the panel of: Claire Scott, Political Correspondent for the Irish Edition of The Sunday Times; Cathal Crowe Fianna Fáil TD Clare; Padraig Mac Lochlainn, Sinn Féin TD Donegal; Michael Fitzmaurice Independent Ireland Roscommon Galway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cormac is joined by the panel of: Claire Scott, Political Correspondent for the Irish Edition of The Sunday Times; Cathal Crowe Fianna Fáil TD Clare; Padraig Mac Lochlainn, Sinn Féin TD Donegal; Michael Fitzmaurice Independent Ireland Roscommon Galway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cormac is joined by the panel of: Reuben Murray, Policy Advocacy Officer NYCI; Claire Scott, Political Correspondent for the Irish Edition of The Sunday Times; Cathal Crowe Fianna Fáil TD Clare; Padraig Mac Lochlainn, Sinn Féin TD Donegal; Michael Fitzmaurice Independent Ireland Roscommon Galway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Political Correspondent, Michael LehaneJoe Caulfield, RTÉ reporterSeamus Mulcroney, General Secretary of the Catholic Primary School's Management AssociationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joining Brendan to discuss the main stories in Sunday's newspapers are: Brigid Laffan, Emeritus Professor at the European University Institute; Ellen Coyne, Political Correspondent at the Irish Times; Finian McGrath, Former Independent TD and former Minister of State for Disability Issues and Dr Barra Roantree, Economist at Trinity College, Dublin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joining Philip Clark on Nightlife is Rob Watson, Political Correspondent for BBC World Service Radio and BBC TV
Metrolink returns to the Dáil agenda as the project enters the tender phase, with concerns its price tag could rise beyond €17.5 billion.Plus, Micheál Martin accuses Sinn Féin of a “strategic error” over Irish unity, while Ursula von der Leyen proposes a stronger EU security response to threats including cyberattacks, sabotage and drone incursions. Could Ireland's military non-alignment pose a challenge?Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:Edward Timmins TD, Fine GaelDonnchadh Ó Laoghaire TD, Sinn Féin Foreign Affairs, Trade and Defence Spokesperson Shona Murray, Europe Correspondent, Euronews Cónal Thomas, Political Correspondent, Irish independent Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
For the latest from National Ploughing Championships in Screggan in Co Offaly, our Political Correspondent, Barry Lenihan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The US president will arrive to Dublin via Air Force One early tomorrow morning in a non-state visit. The Phoenix Park closed late last night and will remain closed until Saturday evening when Trump will make his way down to Doonbeg for the Irish Open We get the details of the US President's itinerary with Newstalk's Political Correspondent, Sean Defoe.
The US president will arrive to Dublin via Air Force One early tomorrow morning in a non-state visit. The Phoenix Park closed late last night and will remain closed until Saturday evening when Trump will make his way down to Doonbeg for the Irish Open We get the details of the US President's itinerary with Newstalk's Political Correspondent, Sean Defoe.
The fallout from the GAA integration row, tougher proposed citizenship rules and the political debate around Donald Trump's visit to Ireland are among the issues discussed.Shane Coleman was joined by: Aisling Maher, Co-Chair of the National Executive Committee for the Gaelic Players Association Cora Staunton, former Mayo Footballer and Broadcaster Shane Moynihan TD, Fianna Fail Gary Gannon TD, Social Democrats Peadar Toibín TD, Aontú Ciara O'Loughlin, Political Correspondent, The Irish Mirror Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Ireland and in many other countries around the world, birth rates are dropping. Singapore, which has one of the lowest rates, is throwing grants and increased parental leave in an attempt to boost this. But, what is the right answer here?Joining Seán to discuss is Ellen Coyne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times.
We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner.
In Ireland and in many other countries around the world, birth rates are dropping. Singapore, which has one of the lowest rates, is throwing grants and increased parental leave in an attempt to boost this. But, what is the right answer here?Joining Seán to discuss is Ellen Coyne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times.
We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee said ahead of today's meeting of EU Defence Ministers in Co Wicklow that a “significant security operation” has been put in place for the Irish presidency of the Council of the European Union.For more on this, Shane is joined by Seán Defoe, Newstalk's Political Correspondent and Declan Power, Security and Defense Analyst.
Joining Pat to run through the main stories in the Sunday papers is Political Correspondent with The Irish Times.
Paddy Duffy is joined by Hannah Brown, Political Correspondent at The Herald. They discuss what it's like to get into journalism at the moment, the way stories are chosen and prioritised at the paper, as well as chatting about Scottish Labour's Silly Season, Q Manivannan's controversial comments, the Athenian basis for Count Binface (seriously!) and more on this week's Talk Media! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Opposition parties have urged the Government to postpone plans to return fuel excise duty costs to their full price due to ongoing concerns over the cost-of-living crisis.Vat charged on electricity, gas, petrol and diesel is expected to be €238m higher this year due to the worsening energy crisis.Louise Burne, Political Correspondent at the Irish Examiner, and Kevin McPartlan, Chief Executive of Fuels For Ireland, join The Last Word to discuss.To hear the full chat, press 'PLAY' on this page!
We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Louise Burne, Political Correspondent, Irish Examiner.
Joining Brendan to discuss the top stories in Sunday's newspapers are: Former Government Press Secretary, Chris Donoghue, Lorna Fitzpatrick, Co-Founder of Fitzwilliam Fenton Public Affairs Company, Dan O'Brien, Columnist and Chief Economist with IIEA, Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner.
The Government is to fund an awareness campaign to warn women and girls about the misogyny of the manosphere and tradwife influencers. Speaking to Anton with reaction to this was Ellen Coyne, Political Correspondent with The Irish Times.
It has been suggested the new aircraft may not be able to land in foggy weather as it was ordered without key navigation equipment from an Israeli firm. For the latest on this our Political Correspondent, Barry Lenihan.
Joining Dearbhail to discuss the top stories in Sunday's newspapers are: Caoilfhionn Gallagher, Barrister and International Human Rights Lawyer; Cuan Ó Seireadáin, Political Correspondent, RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta; Emma Howard, Senior Lecturer in Economics in TU Dublin and Dan Mulhall, Former Ambassador to the US.
Local authorities are to conduct a review of childcare providers' fees as a result of a direction from the Department of Children.T he review will begin this August. Ellen Coyne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times brought us the details.
Joining Claire Brock to discuss the top stories in Sunday's newspapers are Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times, Aisling Meehan, Agricultural Solicitor, Tax Advisor and Farmer, Oisín Coghlan, Public Policy Advisor, Prof. Niamh Hourigan, Sociologist and Vice-President of Academic Affairs at Mary Immaculate College, Limerick.
Presented by PMI U.S., US Businesses of Philip Morris International. Share a prediction on America's future for a chance to be featured on The Daily Beast Podcast: https://beast.pub/america250 #ad Farrah Tomazin, the Daily Beast's Political Correspondent, joins Joanna Coles from Washington, D.C. with an on-the-ground look at Donald Trump's race to remake the nation's capital—and why so many of his headline-grabbing projects are already running into trouble. From the drained Reflecting Pool and delayed restoration projects to a sparsely attended Great American State Fair, Farrah explains how rushed timelines, no-bid contracts, and made-for-TV spectacles are reshaping the city ahead of America's 250th anniversary. She also takes listeners inside Todd Blanche's high-stakes confirmation hearing for attorney general, where Trump's former personal lawyer faces tough questions over the Justice Department's independence, the Epstein files, and an admission that leaved senators stunned. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code BEAST at https://www.oneskin.co/beast #oneskinpod #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Political Correspondent, Barry Lenihan looks ahead to the final day of the Dáil term before the Summer recess.
Barry Lenihan, Political Correspondent, discusses the latest in the dispute between the justice minister Jim O'Callaghan and the legal profession as one hundred Dublin-based solicitors have said they will resign immediately from the Criminal Legal Aid panel.
RTE has said it will need an additional €65m from the government in 2028, suggesting that the number of households without a television has “increased steadily”, meaning it's missing out on potential revenue.Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner, and Fianna Fáil TD Albert Dolan speak to Matt on The Last Word.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the piece.
For the latest from Leinster House, our Political Correspondent, Barry Lenihan.
A poll out over the weekend shows the Fine Gael are the most Important popular party in the country with 20% of Sunday Independent/Ireland Thinks poll giving support to Simon Harris's Party. For more on this and for a political roundup on everything, Anton was joined by Newstalk's Political Correspondent, Sean Defoe .
As we enter the EU Presidency, the Irish Government will be hosting some of Europe's top diplomats and politicians for the next 6 months. So how will it all work? We heard from Newstalk's Political Correspondent live from Dublin Castle and also in studio with Anton was Minster for Foreign Affairs and Defence, Helen McEntee.
The Government has launched Ireland's six-month Presidency of the European Union with a ceremony in Dublin Castle.Taoiseach Micheál Martin invited the President of the European Council António Costa, as well as Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, who were both in attendance.Joining Ciara to discuss this is Newstalk's Political Correspondent, Seán Defoe…
There's much speculation that at some point before the next election, Micheál Martin will be replaced as Leader of Fianna Fáil, further lending to the tradition of ‘long goodbyes' for Ireland's political leaders.Newstalk's Political Correspondent and host of the ‘Let Me Explain' podcast Seán Defoe joins Seán to discuss and look back on some examples.
The Government will meet tonight to discuss a gradual phasing out of the excise cuts in fuel introduced in the aftermath of the war in Iran. Joining Anton to discuss further is Sean Defoe, Newstalk's Political Correspondent.
The cuts, introduced after the major fuel protests in April, were initially set to run until the end of July. Barry Lenihan, Political Correspondent has the latest.
The former Health Secretary reveals why he believes Keir Starmer is failing.When Wes Streeting resigned from cabinet in May, it put an end to months of speculation. The former Health Secretary does want Keir Starmer's job. Since then, the Defence Secretary, John Healey, and the Armed Forces minister, Al Carns, have both resigned over the Defence Spending plan. Keir Starmer's leadership is looking more and more precarious.Now Andy Burnham is running in the Makerfield by-election. If he becomes an MP, that could clear a way for him to contest the leadership himself.In the days leading up to the by-election, Wes Streeting came into the New Statesman studio for an extended interview with our Political Correspondent, Ethan Croft. In the conversation you're about to hear, Streeting speaks candidly about the reasons he left government, his views on Keir Starmer's leadership and what he believes Labour needs to do to reverse its ailing fortunes. He's also surprisingly complimentary about his potential rival in a future leadership contest, Andy Burnham.LISTEN AD-FREE:
Mícheál Lehane, Political Correspondent, reports on the upcoming Dáil vote on legislation to remove the three day wait period for an abortion.
Barry Lenihan, Political Correspondent, discusses Sinn Féin's move to legislate for the removal of the mandatory three-day wait period for abortion in early pregnancy.
One in six TDs have a separate job alongside being a public representative, if you don't include landlord as a job.These findings come after the Government's face off with the board of the Rotunda hospital over consultants offering private and public care.Joining Seán to discuss this is Gavan Reilly, Political Correspondent for Virgin Media News and the host of ‘Monday with Gavan Reilly'.
Barry Lenihan, Political Correspondent, discusses the latest on the Rotunda Hospital's dispute with the government and looks ahead to today's cabinet meeting.
Barry Lenihan, Political Correspondent, reports on comments from Tánaiste, Simon Harris that the government is preparing to overhaul planning rules for one off housing in Rural Ireland.
For the latest from Leinster House our Political Correspondent, Micheál Lehane.
Political Correspondent, Mícheál Lehane on the Israeli Settlements (Prohibition of Importation of Goods) Bill being brought to Cabinet today.