The Niall Boylan Show: Recent Episodes
The Niall Boylan Show
Can men and women be best friends?
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https://www.change.org/p/people-in-all-care-settings-must-have-a-legal-right-of-access-to-a-loved-one?source_location=search
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Would you be in favour an increase in road tax if it meant tolls were abolished?
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Leigh Gath speaks to Niall about the €23,100 bill she got from revenue for her car
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An Irish consultant obstetrician claims that the population of women giving birth in Ireland is "fat, old and short" and claims this is part of the reason doctors are having to do more C sections than usual and they fear being sued.
Many people are outraged by these comments and believe that it's fat shaming but are they only pointing that pregnancy requires women to be in good health?
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Should you have to downsize your council house once your kids move out?
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If An Post, Nurses, Dublin Bus, Irish Rail, the ambulance, and fire service, and other critical service workers went on strike and crippled the country looking for a 10% increase in pay; Would you support them? or do you think it's over the top?
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After "Ireland's Forgotten Families" on Virgin Media last night, Cliona's Foundation CEO Brendan Ring, is speaking to Niall about the hidden costs of having a child with a life-limiting condition.
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Should prisoners be allowed temporary release to be with their children for Christmas?
Every year over 100 prisoners are released for Christmas with their families.
Do you agree with this arrangement on compassionate grounds?
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What would you do if your mother-in-law started staying over constantly and wouldn't go home?
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We got a message from a man who is outraged that he was denied service in a pub on Saturday afternoon because he was wearing a tracksuit. Do you think it's fair for pubs to have a no tracksuit dress code?
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With the current cold snap and temperatures tonight set to plummet to as low as -11°C We want to know how are you coping? Are you managing ok?
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We got a message from a woman who's partner refused to let her use his phone because he said it's his private thing. Would you have an issue with your partner looking through or using your phone?
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Should people have the right to object to housing through associations?
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The Education Minister is set to crack down on career breaks for teachers, which allow them to work in tax-free countries, in a bid to tackle the acute shortage of staff. Should career breaks for teachers be banned in response to staff shortages?
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Professor Bill Tormey speaks to Niall about Strep A
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The Irish Independent has reported how there has been a rise in the number of dog attacks on humans in the last five years. There were 1,705 attacks on humans reported between 2016 and 2021. Do you think that there be a complete ban on owning certain breeds in Ireland?
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We got an email form a man who's in a dilemma on where to bury his father
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A woman has caused outrage online after she said that parents don't deserve priority for annual leave at Christmas and other holidays. Do you think parents deserve priority for annual leave around Christmas?
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7 in 10 Irish people believe that pornography is harming society and is too easily accessible to children, a new report commissioned by Woman’s Aid has found.
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We got a message from a man whose wife & kids want to go to Orlando. However, unfortunately, he has a criminal record that none of them know about so he may not get into America. Does he have to come clean to her or is there another option?
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A bill being introduced in the Dáil later is being seen as an important first step toward the full regulation of cannabis. People Before Profit TD Gino Kenny is set to introduce the bill to end the criminalisation of cannabis for personal use. Would you be in favour of the decriminalisation of cannabis?
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News of Kelsey Parker's new relationship, just 8 months after her husband Tom's death, has received mixed reactions online.
Do you think that there's such a thing as too soon to move on?
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We got a message from a taxi driver who believes that the soilage fee should be doubled to €280 to compensate drivers. Would you agree?
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Adrian Kennedy is in for Niall today. We got a message from a woman who is up for a promotion and just found out she's pregnant. She's torn on whether or not she should tell her boss incase it affects her chances of getting the promotion. Should she tell them?
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According to new research, just over half of the 9-year-olds in Ireland own a phone. Is there any reason for a 9-year-old to have a phone?
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Dr. Caoimhe Hartley answers your questions about Menopause
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As part of the Gambling Regulation Bill, gambling advertising will be prohibited between 5.30 am and 9 pm. Betting on credit cards, the placing of ATMs in certain areas, and other gambling inducements will also be prohibited. A new Gambling Regulator Authority will enforce new advertising and sponsorship rules across all media and overhaul the gambling industry's licensing laws. Do you think this legislation goes far enough?
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Deer Culling; Is it a necessary evil?
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We got a message from a woman whose husband keeps putting off getting a vasectomy. She says that she cannot continue to stay on contraception as it plays havoc with her hormones but he just keeps cancelling appointments for getting it done. He’s in his mid-thirties. He went as far as saying “What happens if they get split up in the future and he meets somebody else who wants children”? Why are men so reluctant to get a vasectomy?
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We got an email from a woman who was terrified of her 14-year-old son. He is a lot bigger than her and he shouts at her and on a few occasions, he's been physical with her. She's afraid to reach out for help as she said she loves him and doesn't want to get him in trouble. Have you ever been the victim of your own child? What would you advise this woman to do?
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Protests disrupting people's daily life
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Councils across Ireland are taking longer and spending more to find tenants for vacant social housing. The average time from a tenant leaving a council home to a replacement paying their first rent is now over 34 weeks. With the amount of vacant houses currently, Do you think that people should have to take the first house they’re offered? Or do you think it’s unfair to force people to live in an area they don’t want to live in?
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We got an email from a woman who believes that young people today have no work ethic compared to older generations. Do you agree with her?
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Is it selfish to have a hen / stag party abroad?
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Gardaí should have the power to caution rather than charge people with severe addictions, the minister responsible for drugs strategy has said. Do you agree with this?
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Do you believe that Bishop Browne was right to suspend Fr. Seán Sheehy over his comments at mass on Sunday?
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We got a message from a man who has discovered that his wife has been going through his phone behind his back.
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According to AA Ireland, diesel is now at an average of €2.02 a litre. How has the current cost of fuel affected you? President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, Eugene Drennan, is speaking to Niall about how the cost of fuel is affecting supply lines and businesses.
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Should child benefit be means tested?
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People who burn excessive amounts of turf could face two years in jail or a €13,000 fine under new regulations that came into force yesterday. Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice joins Niall to discuss this
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The amount of people with an exemption is over 40,000. Two-thirds of those students studying another language. Is it time to make Irish an optional subject?
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We got a message from a woman whose adult daughter is refusing to pay her rent. Do you charge your adult children rent? Or do you think it's unfair to charge children to live in their own homes?
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72% of people support still Ireland and the EU standing by Ukraine, even if the current energy crises gets worse Would you continue to support Ireland's response even if the energy crises gets worse?
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Is there anything wrong with a woman proposing to a man?
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Parents are being urged not to gift quad bikes or scramblers to children this Christmas. Do you think giving a child a scrambler or a quad bike irresponsible?
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Nightclubs will be allowed to stay open until 6am and pubs will be allowed to operate between 10.30am and 12.30 instead of the current 11.30pm closing times. Do you think this is a good idea?
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4,500 people have signed a petition in favour of euthanasia. Campaign group, End Of Life Ireland, will deliver the document to politicians in Leinster House today. If there was a referendum on assisted dying, what way would you vote?
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The government is set to ban smoking in parks and on beaches. Would you be in favour of this ban?
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Corina Fitzsimons, PR and Communications Manager for Dogs Trust is speaking to Niall about the massive influx of dogs that Dogs Trust are receiving
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The Cabinet has signed off on a temporary ban on evictions from November until the end of March next year. Do you agree with the eviction ban? Or do you think it will push landlords out of the market?
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Author of "Uncovering Food Poverty in Ireland", Michael Drew, is speaking to Niall about food poverty in Ireland and what that looks like.
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Are there any Halloween costumes that are off limits?
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Some 4,685 people in Ireland are driving on learner permits more than a quarter of a century after they were issued with them. In total, there are currently 277,000 people with learner permits. Should there be a five-year limit on holding a provisional license?
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What needs to be done to save O'Connell Street?
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How you're raised VS where you're raised
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Liffey Valley Shopping Centre in Dublin is charging staff and customers for parking from today. Do you think that it is an employer’s responsibility to provide parking for staff?
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Should the State be helping the Church with their energy bills this winter?
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This week is Baby Loss Awareness Week. Nina Doyle from Féileacáin is speaking to Niall about the supports that are available for parents who are affected by perinatal loss.
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There's a call on the public to immediately report bonfire stockpiles in the run-up to Halloween. Would you report stockpiles? Or is that just being a killjoy?
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Aontu Leader Peadar Tóibín speaks to Niall about changes needed to ensure women feel welcome in the Defence Forces after only 44 women applied to sign up last year.
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The Irish women’s soccer team has received backlash after they were filmed singing, jumping, and chanting 'Up the Ra' following their victory over Scotland on Tuesday night. Do you think the younger people in Ireland need to be educated on the history of Ireland and the IRA? Or do you think this is being taken out of proportion?
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Mother and Baby Home Redress Scheme
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According to new data from Royal London Ireland, there are 349,500 people in Ireland who are stay-at-home parents, of which 94% are women. Is there a reason why we don’t encourage men to be stay-at-home dads?
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We got a message from a man who's girlfriend wants him to get rid of his dog, that she is mildly allergic to, when they move in together. He's had the dog longer than they have been together and thinks she's insane to ask this as she's fine once she takes anti histamines.Do you think she's being unreasonable to ask him to get rid of his dog?Or is he being unreasonable insisting on keeping the dog?
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There have been suggestions made in the UK that people should have to work a minimum amount of hours to claim welfare. Should people who are physically fit and able have to work a minimum of 16 hours a week in order to collect welfare payments?
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Today is World Mental Health Day. Carmen Bryce from Mental Health Ireland is speaking to Niall about how people can help to look after their mental health.
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1 in 10 women have quit their job because of menopause symptoms, a survey reveals. Do you think that employers should be more flexible to women of menopause age?
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We got an email from a man who is driven demented by his 9-year-old sleeping in the bed with him and his wife.
At what age do you think children should stop sleeping in their parent's bed?
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Councillor Michael McBride joins Niall to speak about the horrific tragedy that was the explosion at a service station in Creeslough, Co Donegal on Friday afternoon.
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President Joe Biden has pardoned all Americans who have been convicted at the national level of possessing small amounts of marijuana. Do you think it is time we follow America’s lead and pardon anyone convicted of possessing small amounts of marijuana? Would you like it to go one step further and legalise the sale of cannabis completely in Ireland?
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We got a message from a listener who believes that once you’ve done your 12 driving lessons, you should be allowed to drive without an accompanying driver while waiting for your test Would you be in favour of this?
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We got a message from a cyclist in Cork who is thinking of giving up cycling. He doesn’t believe that the roads are safe enough for cyclists and that motorists have no regard for them on the road. Today I want to hear from cyclists. What has been your experience with cycling? Do you feel safe cycling on the roads?
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We got an email from a woman whose husband is hellbent on sending their son to a rugby school. She really doesn’t want this. She believes that rugby is a dangerous sport. What do you think? Would you have an issue with your child wanting to play rugby?
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We got a message from a man who believes that people who do not work shouldn’t be allowed to put their children into crèches as it takes places from children whose parents do work and rely on crèches. Do you agree with him?
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The representative body for members of the Defence Forces says the Government should focus on paying the members they already have before recruiting new ones. Today we want to know; Do you think that, as a neutral country, there is a need for Ireland to have defence forces? Or do you think that the Irish defence forces serve a purpose in Irish society?
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We got a message from a woman who believes that the guards need to step up and clamp down on fireworks. Do you agree with her? Or do you think it's time we just legalise them as people can drive up the North to purchase them?
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5,000 people attend United Ireland event to discuss the island's future on Saturday. Almost 50% of people in a recent poll said that they would not like a united Ireland or that they were unsure about it. Would you like to see a United Ireland in your lifetime?
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Would you report someone if you saw them stealing food?
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Sabina Higgins has called on the HSE to let new mothers spend a longer time in hospital learning how to breastfeed, rather than being “thrown out” after giving birth. What has been your experience? Did you feel like you were being kicked out? Or were you dying to get home after giving birth?
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Should men still pay for everything on dates?
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Questions have been raised about whether the age of consent should be reduced to 16. Currently, the age of sexual consent is 17. It comes as the Minister for Health waits for legal advice on whether the free contraception scheme can be expanded to those aged 16 to 30. Is it time to lower the age of consent?
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Alison O’Reilly speaks to Adrian on the line to discuss how foster carers feel like they have been 'let down' as allowance remains unchanged since 2009.
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A relationship expert known for his controversial opinions on dating says it is time to ban 'nights out with the boys' and says it isn't controlling, it is just common sense. Do you agree with this? Are lads and girls nights out bad for your relationship?
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With nothing in the budget to bring down the cost of petrol & diesel, many motorists are saying that they will have to resort to using public transport to get around. What is public transport like in your area? Would you be able to get around if you had to solely rely on public transport?
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Budget 2023 takes place today. There is a lot already known – such as a new credit for renters that pay tax, free school books for children in primary school, a doubling of some welfare payments before Christmas, an energy credit worth €600 across three energy bills and a 25% reduction in childcare costs. Do you believe this budget will help alleviate the cost of living crisis for you?
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We got a message from a man who's at his wits-end with his wife's insistence that their big dog sleeps in their bed. It's gotten so bad he's ended up sleeping in the spare room. What should he do? Do you have an issue with pets sleeping in the bed?
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Homeless activists who were occupying a vacant building in Dublin City Centre have been evicted by Gardaí this morning. Up to 50 people have been sleeping at Parkgate House, a vacant building near Heuston Station, for about a month after it was occupied by a group calling itself the Revolutionary Housing League. Do you believe these evictions are warranted?
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Gardaí are investigating an alleged assault on a GAA referee in Wexford yesterday. Now this isn’t the first time we’ve heard refs having to deal with such abuse. Should people who verbally or physically attack referees be banned from these games for life?
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Should child benefit be capped at 2 children? We got an interesting message from a woman who thinks that it should be capped. Would you like to see it capped at 2 children?
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We got a message from a woman who's 19 year old son wants to learn to ride a motorbike. She's completely against him doing this but doesn't know how to stop him. What advice would you give her? Is she being too overprotective?
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What's the worst present you have ever been given?
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A total of three €200 energy credits have been proposed for Budget 2023 which will be universal rather than targeted. Today we're asking should they be targeted to people who earn under €70,000?
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We're asking the question is there ageism in society when it comes to employment?
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A recent survey done by CBS News has found that the majority of Americans - 57% - say they believe in psychic phenomena. Have you ever been to a psychic? What was your experience like? Or would you not go because you disbelieve them?
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These were the shocking scenes in Cherry Orchard yesterday afternoon. Local teenagers cheering on joyriders and encouraging them to ram a Garda vehicle attending the scene. Many people saying the good people of cherry orchard are in fear of local teens involved in this type of behaviour. Some saying parents should be fined of their teenagers are involved in this behaviour either in the cars or cheering them on. Would you agree?
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The State pension age will remain at 66 and people will be offered the choice to work until 70 in return for higher payments. What does that mean for you? Carol Brick from Her Money joins Niall on the line now
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The Church is to start moving the preparation of children for Holy Communion and Confirmation out of the classroom, putting more pressure on families to prepare their children for the sacrament. Would you be in favour of this? Or should preparation for the sacraments be kept in school?
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When is the time to make a will? To discuss how to make a will and to answer some of your questions, John Costello Consultant solicitor at Orpen Franks Solrs joins Niall on the air now.
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The Commission on Taxation and Welfare has said "road usage charges" should be introduced around distance, location and time spent on the road. While in the short-term, it said it "supports the introduction of congestion charging". Would you agree with a congestion charge for cities?
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David Moore from Astronomy Ireland joins Niall on the line to discuss the fireball which was witnessed crossing the sky last night.
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Do you think that there is anything wrong with dressing how you like instead of dressing for your age?
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24 GP practices got over 900,000 euro each for treating medical-card patients last year with 11 practices got over 1 million euro. In total, 854 million euro was paid to over 3,000 GP practices under the medical card scheme last year, including practice support payments. Should there be a €10 charge for medical card users who are not chronically ill or pensioners that wish to use GP service?
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We got a message from a mother who's daughter recently got her Leaving Cert results and didn't do as well as she needed. Because of this she didn't get the course she applied for and now thinks there's no way to get to her dream job. Are Leaving Cert results the be all and end all?
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Taoiseach Micheal Martin said he favours energy credits rather than an energy price cap to tackle rising energy whereas Mary Lou believes energy prices should be frozen to the levels they were at in June of last year.
Today we're asking what option would you be in favour of?
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A new survey, which found more than 7 in 10 young people are considering moving abroad, has been described as "shocking". While 8 in 10 said that they are fearful for the future, and almost one in two said they are struggling to make ends meet. What do you think the Government need to do to incentivise young people to stay in Ireland?
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If you feel that your teenager is dressing inappropriately, how do you broach it with them?
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Following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II yesterday, Niall will be speaking to Derek Byrne and Fran King about interactions they had with her.
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Founder of Menopause Health Dr Caoimhe Hartley speaks to Niall about all things perimenopause and menopause
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We got a message from a woman who's husband wants her to get a nanny so that she can take more hours in work. She's completely opposed to leaving her children with strangers. Is she being unreasonable?
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With energy costs increasing at an almost constant rate and darker and colder months incoming the government are recommending people make sacrifices to reduce their energy usage. Will you be making sacrifices to reduce your energy usage? Or are the government approaching this wrong?
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Public servants in Australia have been asked to anonymously report colleagues who spend too long at lunch or who waste time in the office. Would you report a lazy colleague?
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Almost a third of pre-teen boys are playing over-18s online games and are more likely to be exposed to violent imagery and harmful content, according to new research. Do you see any harm with children playing over-18s video games?
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How do you deal with divorced parents when planning your wedding?
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Niall speaks to parents of autistic children who cannot find a place or resources for their children in schools
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A group of rural TDs will put down a Dail motion in the coming weeks calling for emergency laws to tackle the energy crisis. TD Peadar Toibin is speaking to Niall about what he thinks needs to be done in order to tackle the energy crisis.
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We got a letter from an older woman who was horrified over the weekend when a new mam started breastfeeding openly on a very busy DART She believes that a bit of modesty goes a long way Do you think she has a point? Or is she being old fashioned?
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With divorce rates at an all time high in Ireland, today we want to know: Do you believe that prenuptial agreements should be legally binding? Would you be upset if your fiancée asked you to sign one?
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With the possibility of blackouts and the surging energy prices today we want to know; How worried are you about the coming winter months?
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Bernie Carter, Assistant Director of Nursing from The Marie Keating Foundation is speaking to Niall about HPV and the importance of the HPV vaccine for both girls and boys
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Single sex schools could be axed under a new Labour bill.
Today we want to know; would you be in favour of scrapping single sex schools?
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We got a message from a woman who lent a struggling friend a while back, the friend now keeps pushing back when she is going to pay her back and ignoring her texts. What advice would you give her?
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A promised independent review of testimony given by Mother And Baby Homes survivors has now been abandoned by the Government.
Journalist Alison O'Reilly speaks to Niall now about what this means.
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We got a message from a woman who's daughter expects her and her husband to pay for her €30,000 wedding. The mother didn't think parents were still expected to pay for weddings and can't really afford it. Are parents still expected to pay?
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We are talking the new public sector pay deal but we have asked the question, who has it better?
Public sector workers or private sector workers?
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Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice joins Niall on the line to discuss the school bus chaos that has unfolded as a record 130,000 apply for bus passes for the coming school year.
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There will be an extended moratorium on disconnecting energy supplies to vulnerable customers this winter, the Commission for Regulation of Utilities has said. How will this work & will it be beneficial?
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We got a message from a woman who is at her witsend over her husband's DIY skills. She says he thinks he's a DIY king when in reality he's disastrous!
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Do we mollycoddle our children too much nowadays?
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Ireland is slipping into dangerous territory when it comes to our relationship with solpadeine.
Doctor Austin O'Carroll spoke to Niall Boylan about making solpadeine "prescription only"
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On Thursday's show Niall Boylan discussed the idea of cyclists having to display number plates and insurance in order to use the road
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We spotted a dilemma online from a wife who is tired of her husband leaving the bathroom door open and also coming into the bathroom while she's using it. He see's no issue because they are married. Do you think you sacrifice your privacy when you're in a relationship?
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The Irish Times reports almost 80 TDs & Senators are landlords or landowners. Today we're asking should TDs be prohibited from being landlords?
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Should more be done by the government to promote the Irish language? Or do you think it is a pointless exercise and we should stop funding a dead language?
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Burglary gangs have returned to the motorway network, with the rate of break-ins doubling in some parts of the country. Because of this there have been suggestions that local Garda stations, especially in rural communities, should be reopened in order to protect local communities. Would you like to see local Garda stations reopened? Would you feel safer if they did?
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A listener got in touch to say her husband wants to move to the countryside. They've a young family and have lived in Dublin city all their life.
She's struggling with the idea of upping her family to a rural part of Ireland.
What advice would you give her?
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Should fancy restaurants be a child free zone?
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A demonstration will take place at the Department of Health tomorrow to urge the government to expand access to medical cannabis for the treatment of chronic pain and other conditions.
Alicia Maher, Director of Patients For Safe Access Ireland joins Niall on the line now
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A listener got in touch to vent about how he catching his neighbour in the nip through the window and he want's to report him!
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On Friday's Show Niall Boylan spoke to many listeners on about how we encourage young people to enter apprenticeships
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On Wednesday's show medical card holders spoke to Niall about the frustration of not being able to obtain a dentist appointment.
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We got an interesting message from a listener who's wife has already started their Christmas shopping and according to our listeners ALOT of you have aswell!
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Is it time dog owners were heavily fined for not scooping up their dogs poop?
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Senior leaders are staying tight-lipped on their salaries, even with family, friends, and trusted peers and colleagues.
So finds LinkedIn’s latest Workforce Confidence survey, which polled almost 19,000 business professionals on salary transparency.
Would it be beneficial for you to know what your fellow colleagues earn?
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Irene Lowry from Nurture Health speaks to Niall about women's mental health. Nurture Health provides services to women and their partners for all aspects of women’s mental health.
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The Dáil have been criticised for taking 8 weeks holidays in the middle of a cost of living crisis. It’s all well and good saying that the government haven’t done enough but; What do you think that the government should be doing to help the people? If you were in front of government leaders, what would you ask them to do to help you?
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We got a message from a man who was supposed to be going on a couples holiday with his wife and their friends. The other couple have recently separated and now the woman is still planning on coming alone. He doesn't want a tag along on their holiday but his wife feels bad for her and doesn't want to tell her not to come as she's going through a tough time. Do you think he's being unreasonable to not want a tag along on their holiday?
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According to Irish Water the public should use water responsibly during the current heatwave as the hot weather conditions could lead to shortages. Many online are stating that if you waste water you should have to foot the bill. Do you agree with this?
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We got an email from a woman looking for advice on how she can deal with that fact her daughter and her boyfriend is leaving Ireland to live in Australia. The woman is finding it really difficult to deal with doesn't know how she will cope with her being so far away. We want to hear from families whose children have left the country. What is the best way to cope? And does it get easier with time?
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Moby Move have come under fire for naming the bikes as people say its “sexist” and “inappropriate” online. David Maloney, the General Manager is talking to Niall now.
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Many parents are complaining about the soaring costs of summer camps, we're asking - Is it time to shorten the summer holidays?
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The number of renters being forced to leave their house by their landlords has more than doubled in the last year.
Sinn Fein has called on an eviction ban - Would you agree with the government implementing this?
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From today private cars to be banned from travelling inbound on Dublin’s North Strand Road. Local Councillor Nial Ring is speaking to Niall about the chaos the car ban will have for local residents and businesses.
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Patients with Health Insurance are being warned not to sign a waiver when they’re admitted to hospital. Dermot Goode, founder of TotalHealthCover.ie joins Niall on the line now.
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A fifth of pubs in Ireland have permanently shut in the past 16 years, new research shows. A report released yesterday by the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland shows that 1,829 pubs closed between 2005 and 2021. Should the Government step in and provide grants to save pubs?
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Lidl Ireland has announced that it will remove the mandatory retirement age clause stating that staff will be given the option to work beyond 65 years old. Today we're asking is it time mandatory retirement was scrapped?
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A total of 891 people applied to the new register in July, following the commencement of the Birth Information and Tracing Act 2022. But how do you register? Patricia Carey, CEO of the Adoption Authority of Ireland speaks to Niall on the line now
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We got an email from a man who's wife is convince that their dream home that they only bought 3 months ago is haunted. She now wants to get a priest in to bless the house in order to remove the spirit that's there. He doesn't believe it is haunted but doesn't know if she'll be satisfied with just a blessing or if it'll snowball further. Have you ever gotten a house blessing? Do you think it's a good idea?
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A plan to solve housing crisis recommends smaller gardens as “focus groups” find the back third of gardens are generally “dead space” or “under-utilised”. They say that this would allow for more houses to be built and bring down housing prices. Do you think this idea is the way forward for housing?
Cllr Joe Costello speaks to Niall on the line now to discuss the latest 'game-changer' in solving Ireland's housing crisis
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If all modern technology disappeared tomorrow, what would you miss the most?
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Many people have so much sympathy for the mother of Archie Battersbee the 12 year old boy, who has fought through the courts not to have his life preserving machine turned off. Many saying it’s the right thing to do and it is cruel to keep his body alive while doctors believe he’s brain dead.
Who should ultimately decide if it’s time to turn off the life support?
The parents or the doctors and courts?
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Cybersecurity expert Will Geddes speaks to Niall about his new book - "Parent Alert- How to keep your kids safe online".
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Senator Sharon Keoghan has called for an inquiry into 234 Irish transgender teenagers who were sent to the Tavistock clinic in England, where children were given puberty blockers without being properly assessed.
Senator Sharon Keoghan joins Niall on the line now
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What age do you think is appropriate for children to start going on sleepovers?
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How has the cost of living affected you?
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Taxpayers may be hit if RTÉ is forced to make payments worth “multiples” of a €1.2m Revenue settlement for misclassifying workers as self-employed.
Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee Brian Stanley joins Niall on the line to discuss this now
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The cabinet has approved plans to legislate for safe access zones around clinics that provide abortion services. Michelle is speaking to Niall about how important it is for people to access these services without disruption. What do you think?
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Taking a man's second name in marriage - is it an outdated concept?
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We got an interesting message from a frustrated father who's 5 year old daughter constantly sleeping in their bed which forces him to sleep in the spare room.
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We spotted an interesting piece online where a woman is in her last stages of pregnancy and is worried about if she is going to opt for an epidural.
Many women joined Niall Boylan on the air to speak about their experience of child birth.
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Many parents joined Niall Boylan to speak about being denied life changing medication for their children that has Cystic Fibrosis
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On the 24th anniversary of Deirdre Jacob's disappearance, Alan Bailey, retired detective spoke to Niall about the case.
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We got a message from a listener who is disgusted at having to inhale people's second hand smoke wile walking to work. she believes there should be designated smoking areas outdoors and you shouldn't be allowed smoke on the streets. Do you agree with her?
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1 in 5 men watch porn daily which is having an adverse affect on their relationships. CEO of Men's Development Network Sean Cooke speaks to Niall about this now.
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A majority of parents are concerned about whether or not they can meet the cost to send their children back to school, a new report from Barnardos has found. Today we want to talk about voluntary contribution. Should it be scrapped entirely?
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Irish Rail has apologised to customers who were “caught up in a very distressing situation” while travelling on the Bray service yesterday afternoon. Nadia, was on the dart with her 1 and 8 year old and she joins Niall on the line now.
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Beginning secondary school is one of the landmark moments in a child’s life and can bring both excitement and anxieties for incoming first-year students. Eileen Keane is the director of jumpstartyourconfidence.com and author of The Parent and she joins Niall on air now.
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People who lose their jobs unexpectedly may benefit from higher rates of dole under plans being considered by Government. New measures may contain different rates to be received depending on the original wage of the recipient at the time they lost their job and then decreasing in scale, like in other European countries. Today we want to know; Are you in favour of a decreasing dole rate in order to encourage people to go back to work as soon as possible?
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Wife won't shave for a group holiday
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Would you be in favour of lowering the age of free contraceptive to 15-25?
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Niall is speaking to Paul O'Brien Chair the Irish Farmers Association Environment & Rural Affairs committee about the emissions reduction range of between 22-30% being decided by cabinet next week.
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A Shamrock Rovers supporter missed his flight home after travelling to see them play on Tuesday evening as authorities prevented him from crossing the Bulgarian / Romanian border over an alleged 'fake passport'. Noeleen, Daniels mam, joins Niall on the line now.
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A woman emailed us to say her partner proposed to her with his mothers old engagement ring (she passed away 5 years ago). The woman hates the ring and thinks it’s cheap and morbid. Is she being ungrateful?
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The era of cheaper mortgages is at an end as the European Central Bank is expected to announce an increase in its key interest rates today. How will you be affected? Joey Sheahan Head of Credit MyMortgages.ie joins Niall on the line now
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The number of officially registered home-schooled children has climbed by almost 25 per cent since the pandemic began, to 1,825. The real figure, however, is estimated to be closer to 4,000. Today we want to know; do you believe that home-schooling leaves children at a disadvantage socially or academically?
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AIB set to remove cash and cheque services from 70 branches starting in September. If any of the 70 branches have an ATM outside the premises, this will also be removed. Many people are saying that they will have to travel over an hour in order to go to a bank that deals in cash. Today we want to know; is this happening in your area? Will this affect you?
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Dunnes Stores workers have lodged a pay claim demanding a 7.7 percent increase. Many economists say that there pay increases only raise inflation further. Today we want to know - do you believe that everyone should get a pay increase to combat inflation?
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A special investigation by the Independent.ie has found that children are waiting up to four years for an autism assessment, with thousands more across the country losing valuable time going without life-changing interventions. More than 130 children in the midlands are on a list that is expected to take four years to be seen, while another 1,000 children in the region are currently on lists that come with an average three-year wait .The Irish Independent has found lengthy waiting lists for autism assessments are forcing parents to pay thousands of euro to private child psychologists. Are you on a waiting list to have your child assessed?
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"It all started with an innocuous email" BAFTA nominated producer Sam McAlister is speaking to Niall now about how she secured that infamous 2019 Prince Andrew Interview, her book Scoops and the movie based on the famous interview.
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We got an email from a woman who's father is currently in a nursing home because he was diagnosed with dementia 6 years ago. Her mother recently started dating again and is talking about moving her new partner in as she says she doesn't want to be lonely for the rest of her life. Can you understand where her mother is coming from? Or do you think "till death do us part"?
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New Irish research has found that nearly nine out of ten parents worry about the content their child could be seeing online and 47 per cent are troubled by a lack of control over their internet use. Who's responsibility is it to police children on the internet?
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We got a message from a listener who is in a dilemma over what to do with their dog. Their dog nipped at their 3 year old and unfortunately her husband wants to put the dog down. What would you do?
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Would you host or attend a pet funeral?
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More than three quarters of people in Ireland would like to see face masks made mandatory in public settings, according to a new survey by Red C Research. Would you like to see face masks mandatory in public setting?
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There is a "high probability" that there won't be enough gas in Europe this winter, a chief economist from The Institute of International and European Affairs has warned. Chief Economist at the The Institute of International and European Affairs Dan O'Brien joins Niall on line to discuss this now.
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A new bill that would link rent to people’s income is to be debated today in the Dáil. The People Before Profit proposal would establish a National Rent Authority and reduce rents to a maximum of a quarter of median monthly household income.
Would you be in favour of your rent being reflective of your income?
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Would you have an issue if your partner didn't wear their wedding ring?
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As we brace the warm weather how do we keep our pets safe? Gillian Bird from the DSPCA is speaking to Niall about how to mind your furry friends during this hot spell!
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Advice for a child that struggles to make friends
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We got an interesting message from a woman who got an email from Tusla with information about a boy she put up for adoption 40 years ago and he now looking to get in contact. The problem is the woman since married and had four of her own children and never told them about their sibling and never told her husband. She's now torn about opening up a huge can of worms for keeping the secret for 40 years. Have you ever been in this situation? What advice would you give this woman?
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Almost 50 motorists a day are receiving fines for speeding on the M7 Dublin-Limerick motorway where new average speed safety cameras have been installed. Do you think that average speed cameras actually save lives? Or are they just another means of making money?
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We got a message from a man who's meant to be going to an old friends wedding with all of his friends. His girlfriend thinks it's disrespectful that he would go without her even though she wasn't invited and now is telling him not to go. Is she being unreasonable?
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Eoghan Corry speaks to Niall about the current travel chaos in airports all over Europe
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Amanda Holden has admitted she likes getting wolf-whistled, saying she doesn’t care if it’s sexist. Today we want to know; do you think that wolf-whistling is sexist?
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Should shops be legally obliged to have more size and race diversity for mannequins in stores?
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Emma O'Sullivan speaks to Niall about about the two tier mental health system in Ireland that she has been navigating for 10 years. She is now being forced to seek help privately.
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The Irish Congress of Trade Unions say one third of workers in hospitality aren't being paid tips.New legislation will ban bars and restaurants from using the term 'service charge' unless the money is going directly to employees.Today we want to know; do you tip?
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Can you change you life plan after getting married and having children?
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Niall Hatch, head of communication & development for BirdWatch Ireland is speaking to Niall about feeding birds during the summer months. Is it okay to do so? Tune in now to find out!
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A new 'zero tolerance strategy' will see jail terms of up to 10 years for domestic abusers in a plan to tackle domestic, sexual and gender based violence which will see maximum sentences for assault causing harm doubled.
Mens Aid CEO Kathrina Bentley speaks to Niall about what this will mean for support groups
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It's barely Summer Holidays & parents already stressed about back to school costs. Are you already concerned about the costs of sending your kids back to school in September?
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On Friday's show a listeners email divided the opinions of our callers.
A lady got in touch to say her husband had booked them a weekend away from their 14 month old.
The thoughts of leaving baby at home with her family terrified her.
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On Thursday's show listeners shared their stories of how they felt when their kids moved out.
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Alex Cooney, CEO of CyberSafeKids spoke to Niall about the startling UK poll that revealed girls as young as 13 have been asked to send naked photos.
How do you police your child's phone?
Many listeners spoke to Niall about how they navigate dealing with their children having smartphones.
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As talk of budget 2023 enter into the headlines Niall Boylan spoke to listeners how the rising cost of living is affecting them
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On Wednesdays show Niall Boylan spoke about a dilemma where a lady, while happily married, was noticing herself fancying other men.
We asked the listeners and some had surprising revelations to tell us!
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On Tuesday's show Niall Boylan spoke to many farmers who have had to take a shotgun to dogs that threaten their livestock
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Elaine Dunne, Chair of The Federation of Early Childcare Providers spoke to Niall about how hundreds of childcare providers are expected to protest outside Leinster House tomorrow to vent their frustration over how they are being treated by the Government.
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The EU is providing an €85 million fund to help business’s to go digital and more and more business’s are not accepting cash. Have you noticed shops opting for card instead of cash?
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We got a message from a man who is in his 50's and as his kids fly the nest he is feeling loneliness creeping in. How do you make friends later in life?
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Cllr Shane O'Callaghan is speaking to Niall about how we tackle underage drinking. Shane believes there needs to be a debate around reducing the minimum legal drinking age to sixteen.
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We got a message from a listener who is heartbroken for her 21 year old daughter as she has been struggling with depression. She has stopped taking her medication and wants to stop talk therapy. Her mother has reached out to ask for advice.
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Is it still important to bring children up believing in a god or religion?
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Sinn Fein Councillor William Carey has accused Fine Gael of engaging in “gutter politics” after Councillor David McManus suggested that tenants in arrears were responsible for the council failing to refurbish additional housing stock. Both Councillors join Niall on air now
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What creepy things did your kids say when they were young?
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We're talking about the current housing crisis. Have you been affected by it? Are you struggling to find somewhere to buy or rent?
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Would you let your 17 year old daughter go on holiday with her 19 year old boyfriend and his family?
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With childcare costs spiralling out of control, columnist David Quinn believes parents should be given vouchers to put towards the cost of childcare or to make it easier. David joins Niall on the line now to discuss this.
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A pilot programme at Mountjoy Prison is helping reduce re-offending rates. Research suggests it helped improve the quality of interaction between prisoners, their families. Today we're asking do you believe it is a good idea for a child to visit their parent in prison?
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Boris Johnson will later publish plans to scrap parts of the post-Brexit deal he struck with the EU in 2020. But the EU is against the move, saying it would break international law.
Professor Colin Harvey joins Niall on air to discuss the Northern Ireland Protocol and a United Ireland
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A woman has sparked a debate online stating that her husband left their toddler in the car to pay for petrol and she is horrified by it!
Do you think that there's anything wrong with leaving a baby alone in a car while you pay for petrol? Should there be a law against leaving children alone in cars?
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A number of passengers travelling with TUI Ireland were forced to sleep on camp beds in a German airport last night while travelling from Corfu to Dublin.
Lauryn spoke to Niall Boylan.
She was stranded in this airport & she "felt totally abandoned with no information"
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This is a big week for students up and down the country, as the Leaving Cert gets under way tomorrow.
Guidance Counsellor, Donnchadh O Mahony, hosts the Leaving Cert Guidance Podcast spoke to Niall Boylan about how to calm your teenagers nerves
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Nearly three-quarters of people feel we need to be more open about discussing death and funeral arrangements, according to a new RED C survey unveiled by An Post Insurance.
Have you spoken to your loved ones about your funeral arrangements?
Niall had an interesting conversation with our listeners about how they view death,
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On Tuesday's show Kevin McPartlan, CEO of Fuels for Ireland spoke to Niall about the ongoing fuel prices
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How do you deal with your teenager's first holiday away from you?
A mother got in touch with us wanting to ban her 17 year old son from going on his 6th year holiday with 20 other guys as it worries her what they might get up to
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As the June Bank Holiday approaches, the Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland have issued a joint water safety appeal. Deputy CEO Roger Sweeney from Water Safety Ireland joins Niall on the line.
You can check out https://watersafety.ie for all the information
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DNA testing child that you don't know is yours
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We got a message from a listener who is horrified that her sister took matters into her own hands when it came to her child being bullied. She confronted the bully herself and, according to the emailer, and attacked him.
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Are you heading on your holidays this weekend but not too sure what to expect at Dublin Airport? Travel expert Eoghan Corry joins Niall on the line to give us all the information you need to know ahead of your trip abroad
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We're asking the question should the guards have the right to gain access to your phone by compelling you to give them your password? Pat believes the guards should have every tool available to them in order to convict someone of a crime. What do you think?
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Would you hire someone with tattoos?
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How is the cost of living affecting you?
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Do you think we should charge teachers retrospectively for abusive and violent behaviour? Cont
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Parents are being urged to limit the number of sweet treats they give their children. It's after new research from Safenet found that each Irish household spent an average of 160 euro on crisps. Dr Aileen McGloin joins Niall on the line now to discuss this
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Ahead of the verdict that has gripped the world, Larry Foreman "The DUI Guy" speaks to Niall Boylan about what he believes the outcome will be.
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Dublin Airport Fiasco at the weekend
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Do you think we should charge teachers retrospectively for abusive and violent behaviour?
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Jeremy Dixon is in for Niall today.
Have you noticed hotels increasing prices hugely when there's an event on nearby?
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Jeremy Dixon is in for Niall today.
Do you agree with participation medals for sports days in schools?
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Jeremy Dixon is in for Niall today
The EPA has warned that the number of homes in Ireland at risk from radon, a cancer-causing gas linked to 350 new lung cancers each year. What is radon and how do you protect your home from it? David Fenton with the EPA joins Jeremy on the line now.
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People who have lost their hair due to Alopecia or cancer are to benefit from a new grant announced today. Alopecia Ireland is a support group to enable people with alopecia to meet up and share their experiences. Paddy from Alopecia Ireland joins Niall on the line now.
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The government's being urged by Peadar Tóibín to consider ending M50 toll charges. The road has made over a billion euro in commuter charges in the past decade. Aontu leader & TD Peadar Tóibín is telling Niall it's time to consider scrapping the charges.
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Are parents "mollycoddling" their kids these days?
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At least 19 children and two teachers were killed after a teenager opened fire at a primary school in Texas, in the worst school shooting in the US in nearly a decade.
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Should under 25's be allowed to sign up for job seekers?
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Is Ireland's tourism doomed? Paul Treyvaud joins Niall on the line to discuss this now.
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Is there anything wrong with smoking weed infront of children?
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Sat navs are sending drivers down unsuitable routes in rural areas and causing disruption to local life that's according to Fianna Fail Party Cllr and Member of Kerry County Council Breandán Fitzgerald. He speaks to Niall about that
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Arming all frontline guards with tasers is one of the issues being discusses at the Garda Representative Association Conference over the next few days. Is it time we arm the guards with tasers?
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Is it selfish to only have one child when you can have more?
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Many people took to social media over the weekend to vent their frustration at the lack of taxis in Dublin airport. Are we facing a taxi shortage?
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Steve is speaking to Niall. He was due to get married in a hotel in July. The wedding was for 80 people. It was cancelled by the hotel in April as they are housing Ukrainian refugees.
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Would you be in favour of the introduction of a vacant property tax in order to help combat the housing crisis?
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What do Irish people moan about the most?
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Do Irish mammies mollycoddle their son's too much? Celine is speaking to Niall and her son is 22 and every morning she brings him breakfast in bed before she heads to work!
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New research reveals that the majority of people want more cycling and walking supports even if it slows traffic and takes space off cars.
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Niall speaks to listeners about their experiences with the HSE waiting lists
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Where were you when you went into labour/gave birth?
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Have you been having issues renewing your in passport? Pat is speaking to Niall. His fiancé applied in January. They rang 86 times to talk to someone. They have still not received it and they are suppose to be going on their honeymoon on Sunday.
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We got an email from a woman who just had a baby with a man who isn't interested in staying in the baby's life. She's now debating whether or not his parents have a right to know that they have a grandchild.Do you think that she should tell them?
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Is it time employers in Ireland pay full maternity pay?
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What kind of gift do you give a child for their communion? We got a message from a listener who want's to give their niece a watch but his wife says they have to give her €50.
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Niall speaks to people who remember for Dublin bombing in 1974, 48 years on
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There are no rules in Ireland over who can administer cosmetic treatments such as dermal fillers and botox & a lack of regulation is “totally dangerous” according to Patricia Molloy, who is the chair of Dermatology & Aesthetic Nurses Association Ireland Patricia joins Niall on the line to discuss this.
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Kat Tenbarge is a tech and culture reporter for NBC and she joins Niall on the air to give us all the latest from the trial.
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How do you spot the signs of elder abuse? Almost 16,000 cases of elder abuse have been reported within HSE services for older people over the past five years. Alone CEO Sean Moynihan joins Niall on the line to discuss this.
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Buyers on incomes of €100,000 will be eligible for a government affordable homes scheme that will give them interest-free subsidies. Sinn Féin housing spokesman Eoin Ó Broin said this made a mockery of the word affordable.
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Meta recently launched its first smart glasses in a bid to offer wearable Augmented Reality. Sunday Times journalist Valerie Flynn wore these glasses for day in Dublin and she is explaining to Niall how she got on.
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Would you let your 16 year old work while in school?
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Brooke Scullion’s firework performance goes up in smoke as once again Ireland fail to qualify. Joe Harrington joins Niall in studio to discuss this. Is it time Ireland stop entering the Eurovision?
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A guy got in touch to say that his missus is raging with him he never got her a "push present" after the birth of their baby girl. Daniel is speaking to Niall and he says it's essential to get your other half a present after having a baby. Do you agree with him?
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Almost 160,000 animals have been put down by Ireland's top universities over the past four years after being used in research experiments. PETA Science Policy Manager Dr Julia Baines joins Niall on the line now to discuss this
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Spain is set to offer menstrual leave to women who suffer severe period pain with up to three days off a month. It would be a first in Europe. Studies estimate up to 75% of women suffer from severe period pain. Should Ireland follow suit?
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A rise in the minimum wage to meet the soaring cost of living is being proposed under the Living Wage Bill 2022. Labour Senator Marie Sherlock joins Niall on the air now to discuss this.
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Figures from South Dublin County Council have revealed that 5,859 rental accounts are in arrears. The report indicates that net arrears stood at €9.36 million. Fine Gael Cllr David McManus joins Niall on the line now.
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Mark's pride and joy was stolen from his house in Clondalkin in the early hours of of Friday morning.
It is a Honda Retro Fireblade and there is only a few in the country.
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The Minister for Children is expected to make an apology today to people impacted by illegal adoption and registration. Theresa is speaking to Niall and 18 yrs ago at the age of 48 she discovered that she was illegally registered
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Do grandparents have an obligation to babysit their grandchildren?
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We got an email from a man saying he doesn't know whether to continue his relationship with his new partner as she is "working class" and he is terrified of introducing her to his family. Is he being a snob?
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New research shows we're paying around €250 more each year for our electricity here in Ireland than households in other EU countries. Darragh Cassidy from Bonkers.ie believes the high prices should be investigated by the Energy Regulator and he joins Niall on air now
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We spotted a dilemma online where a man states his wife has "let herself go" and he has no idea how to approach it with her.
Many listeners got in to give their reaction to how they would tackle this awkward conversation
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Investigative journalist Alison O'Reilly joins Niall Boylan to discuss her #Baftas2022 award which she received for her documentary The Missing Children.
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Sinn Féin hailed its first victory in a Northern Ireland Ireland assembly election as a defining moment for the British-controlled region and called for a debate on a Unitied Ireland.
Would you be in favour of a United Ireland?
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This week is Maternity Mental Health Week. To highlight this Adele Kane Senior Mental Health Social Worker and Dr Aoife Menton, Senior Clinical Psychologist on the Specialist Perinatal Mental Health team in the National Maternity Hospital are on air
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Today sees the counting of votes in the UK and Northern Ireland. Turnout in the North yesterday was estimated to be only 54%. Should there be mandatory voting in Ireland?
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The crisis in children's disability services is the focus of a national protest taking place today. Lesley Anne O'Brien of Help Our Children Ireland is at the protest today and is telling Niall why she is taking part in the protest.
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A Sinn Féin councillor Louise Dunne has said that children as young as nine are getting caught up in the drug trade and being groomed as future dealers. Today we are discussing how do we tackle this? Is it time to fine parents who's children get involved in drug crime?
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Yesterday we spoke about calls for those convicted of domestic violence to be placed on a register of offenders. Fianna Fail TD Jim O'Callaghan joins Niall to discuss this now.
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Racing commentator Ted Walsh has apologised after saying ‘a hiding wouldn’t be good enough’ for a horse after it refused a fence at Punchestown. Today we want to know; do you believe that Ted Walsh should have had to apologise for his comments?
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Cork boxer Spike O'Sullivan is preparing for the fight of his life after securing a shot at a world title and he joins Niall on the line now.
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Cuts to student fees will be considered by Cabinet under a major plan to reduce the cost of third-level education. What will this mean for students?
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Russian state television has broadcast mocked-up clips of nuclear weapons destroying Ireland in response to the UK’s support for Ukraine amid the ongoing war there. Security Analyst Declan Power is telling Niall now that it is scaremongering.
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Dubliners who are looking to buy cars privately are being warned that there are individuals stealing cars and then selling them onto unsuspecting people. Sonny is speaking to Niall now. he recently fell victim to the scam after being offered to purchase a car for €500.
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We got an email from a women who's due to be getting married soon. Her parents are divorced and whenever they're around each other, all hell breaks out. She's terrified of them ruining her wedding day.What advice would you give her?
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There are calls for those convicted of domestic violence to be placed on a register of offenders. Similar schemes are run in the UK. Would you like to see this being implemented here?
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Ireland is ‘moving at warp speed’ towards a system where free speech is only extended to people we agree with, according to columnist Brenda Power. Brenda Joins Niall on the line now to discuss this. Brenda believes in situation where people present dissenting views they are called out on twitter to then repent for their sins and apologise or they will face being silenced.
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Do you think that there should be an incentive for elderly people to downsize, in order to combat the housing crisis?
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Rachel Maher from Clondalkin Equine Club is speaking to Niall now. The potential closing of Clondalking Equinw Club has been described as a “travesty” and a “body blow to the community”. The club is in danger of closing as it needs core funding of €60,000 to survive.
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Is there anything wrong with backing out of a wedding proposal? A listener got in touch to say her bf proposed in front of her family so she quickly said yes to save him the embarrassment. Now she's having second thoughts but thinks saying this to him could end the relationship
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TDs will today debate a proposed ban on electricity and gas disconnections this winter. If passed, it will prevent energy companies from turning off people's supplies due to non-payment of bills.Would you be in favour of a disconnection ban?Or do you think it will be abused?
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Can men and women ever just be friends?
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We got an email from a man who is horrified that his wife bought their 8 year old bikinis for their upcoming holiday. He thinks it's completely inappropriate for a child that young to wear a bikini as it sexualises them.Do you agree with him?Is there anything wrong with dressing an 8 year old in a bikini?
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Do you think that male domestic violence is more common than we hear reported?
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Would you hire someone with a criminal conviction? Peter is speaking to Niall. In a past life Peter had a colourful past which included jailtime for robbery and drug offensives. 20 years has passed but still he needs to be Garda vetted every year. Is this fair?
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David Graham from Education Equality Ireland joins Niall to discuss the planned relationships and sexuality education programme from a school in Wicklow which has angered parents. Parents had previously written to the Principal and Board of Management to oppose the introduction of the 'Flourish' RSE programme from the Catholic Primary Schools Management Association. A letter had been sent from the school in question detailing the curriculum for the programme. "Teachers do not cover topics such as contraception and same sex friendships," the letter read.
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A public debate has arisen surrounding the legal age of the right to vote in Ireland following the publication of a report from the Children's Rights Alliance. Is it time to lower the voting age to 16?
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A total of 320 people were hospitalised from dog bites in 2020, according to Ireland's largest dog welfare charity. Today we want to know; When you hear these kind of figures, who do you blame? The dog or the owner?
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On The Niall Boylan Show now.Saturday and Sunday night’s shows were the first two of eight stadium gigs from Ed Sheeran in Dublin, Limerick, Cork and Belfast.This kicks off the string of matches and gigs that are due to be played in Croke Park over the next few months. We want to know; Do you have any sympathy for residents who live in the immediate vicinity of these stadiums? Or do you believe that they made their decisions to live there and should just get over themselves?
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Many special families who have received financial help will share their incredible personal stories in a ground-breaking two-part documentary series called Ireland's forgotten families starting tonight Virgin Media
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Derek Byrne speaks to Niall about his recent article in The Irish Times which explores what is behind the resurgence in violent homophobic attacks towards gay men in Ireland. Derek himself only yesterday was subjected to a vicious and verbal attack.
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With around 600 people currently on a waiting list for organ transplants, today we want to know; What are your thoughts on organ donation? Should organ donation in Ireland be an opt out system?
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We got an email from a parent that believes that sex education should be removed from schools completely and that parents should teach their kids whatever they think is appropriate for them to know.Would you agree?
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An Oireachtas Committee tasked with examining laws to regulate surrogacy has heard that proposed legislation to regulate surrogacy in Ireland does not create a mechanism to recognise children as the legal children of both parents. Senator Mary Seery Kearney joins Niall on the line now.
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We got an email from a woman who contacted the guards after she spotted three nude people in their 60s on the beach, while she was out walking her dog with her 13 year old. She said her child was traumatised and although the beach was secluded she thinks it was disgusting. Would you object to nudity?
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Richard Grogan speaks to Niall about a new proposed Work Life Balance Bill that is being discussed in Cabinet today.
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Fianna Fáil Senator Timmy Dooley has called for unruly passengers to face a lifetime ban from flying after he witnessed four drunk men subject women to "outrageous behaviour". Today we're asking do you think it's time we banned alcohol from airports?
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We got an email from a woman who is getting married soon but doesn't want to changer her name as she believes that it is a tradition of the past. Do you agree with her?
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Holly, a 3 yr old girl is "lucky to be alive" after a scrambler bike knocked her to the ground as she was walking through a Tallaght park with her family on Good Friday afternoon. Holly's mam, Sarah, is speaking to Niall now.
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Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez have announced that their baby son has died. Nina Doyle from Feileacain joins Niall on the line. Nina and her husband lost their baby twins, Liam and Grace, and says the news will touch many parents whose babies have died.
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Eoghan Corry speaks to Niall about the queues and delays that Dublin airport are currently facing
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James Casserly is travelling around the country looking at wheelchair access on public transport and documenting his journey. James and his mam Vicki speak to Niall about their adventures so far.
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We got a message from husband who wants us to settle a debate for us. He says his wife lets their dog lick her on the face and he's sick of telling her how disgusting it is! Do you let your dog lick your face?
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Have you noticed chocolate, sweets and crisps shrinking in size? What do you think has been the food that's shrinked the most?
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On Thursday's show we got an interesting text from a man who believes League of Ireland football matches are no place for children due to the "hostile atmosphere" at these matches.
What do you think?
Are these matches a place for young children?
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The possibility of paying people to host refugees from Ukraine in their homes is being examined.
It comes after serious concerns in Government about the capacity to house Ukranian refugees, with most of hotel and B&B places almost full.
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The Minister for the Environment and Climate Action Eamon Ryan has disclosed that turf-selling will be banned from September 1st this year.Do you believe it is fair to prohibit the sale of turf?
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Niall speaks to journalist Meirion Jones his work on a Newsnight investigation into the activities of Jimmy Savile and how it ultimately broke the story and exposed him.
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An 86-year-old grandmother who was separated from her beloved dog while fleeing the Russian invasion in Ukraine has been reunited her in County Clare. Debbie Deegan joins Niall on the line to describe how she coordinated a massive effort across Europe to reunite them.
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Motorists are being urged to avoid the entire Dublin Port area. Hauliers protesting against skyrocketing fuel prices are staging a major demonstration in the capital. Dave, who is a trucker that is at Dublin Port, joins Niall on the line now.
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Would you consider switching to an electric car to save on fuel costs?
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Do you drink alcohol while on holidays with your children? We got an email to from a woman who believes it extremely irresponsible but what do you think?
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How much should you spend on an engagement ring?
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Has Ireland bitten off more than we can chew by accepting so many refugees during a housing crisis?
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Local historians and councillors questioned the logic of the castle being named after King John, suggesting Limerick Castle is a more appropriate name. Spokesperson David O'Brien joins Niall on the line now
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Yesterday we spoke about the idea of raising social welfare payments. Cllr Ken O'Flynn got in touch with us as he wanted to air his views as to why he believes we should raise these payments. Ken Joins Niall on the line now.
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The meeting points for a trucker protest set to bring Dublin to a standstill have been announced. They have warned that the entire city will be on "complete lockdown" during next Monday's protest. Richard O'Donoghue joins Niall on the line now
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We got a message from a mother who says her teenage sons are constantly getting stopped by the guards. She believes it due to the area in Dublin that they live in. Do you believe Guards treat people, especially teenagers, differently according to where they live?
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PBP and Paul Murphy are suggesting €350 PUP was decent payment and social welfare should be increased as just over €200 a week is not enough. Do you think welfare payments should be increased to €350?
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Green party Senator Róisín Garvey has called for people to take up car sharing. Independent TD Michael Healy Rae has hit out at the Green party for coming up with “nonsensical, unworkable suggestions” to help people cope with the soaring cost of living and that it is wholly impractical for people living in rural Ireland.Would you be in favour of car sharing?
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Would you bring your mother-in-law on the family holiday. Mick is on air saying he has no choice and said “a happy wife is a good wife”. Would you bring the mother in law?
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Are you struggle to secure a place for your child in a crèche? Thousands of parents across Ireland could be left without childcare, as facilities warn that rising costs are pushing them to the brink. Elaine Dunne joins Niall on the line now to discuss this.
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Frank Greaney joins Niall Boylan on air to discuss the recent developments in Graham Dywer's case.
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Many parents of children with special needs are facing a brick wall when it comes to securing a school place in September. Crystal Swing singer Dervla Burke has said the stress of finding a school place for her autistic son is something no parent should have to experience
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We got a message from a woman who's partner is accusing her of being a snob because she doesn't want to buy a house in a certain area because of its perceived reputation.Do you believe it's snobby to not want to live in a certain area because of it's reputation?
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Do you believe religion has any place in a modern society?
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As Brooklyn Beckham prepares to walk down the aisle at the age of 23 today we're asking - how young is too young to get married?!
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Over the many years on The Niall Boylan Show we have had some fantastic callers that Niall would call his friends. You all may remember Joan for her quick witted humour, her sharp mind and she always was well able to put Niall in his place! Sadly Joan passed away suddenly on Sunday the 27th of March.
In honour of her time on the show we put together a little montage of her best bits.
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Is it selfish for couples who are having extravagant destination weddings to expect their guests to pay huge money to attend?
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What will you be writing in your census time capsule section?
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Households are being advised to use their dishwasher and washing machine at night to curb energy costs. The Government is looking at the possibility of introducing 'time of day pricing'. Consumer journalist Siobhán Maguire joins Niall on the line to discuss this now
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APRIL FOOLS A spokesperson on Transport has said that serious measures need to be taken to curb the overuse of private vehicles in Ireland.As part of this tolls will be introduced for intercounty travel with a cost of €3.50 - €5.00 .Will this encourage you to reduce your long distance driving or use public transport? APRIL FOOLS
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Directors of social media companies would become personally criminally liable for allowing their platforms to be used for online harm under proposals discussed yesterday. Senator Malcolm Byrne joins Niall on the line to discuss this now.
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Government parties have voted against a private members bill calling for a referendum on Ireland's neutrality to be held.Would you vote to remain neutral?
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Niall is speaking to ASTI President Eamon Dennehy about the Leaving Cert reform.
The Minister for Education has described the proposed Senior Cycle reform plan as a "deliberate move to reduce stress on students".
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According to a recent survey more & more people are want to have celebration of life rather than a traditional funeral. Which would you prefer?
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Employees will be entitled to 10 days of paid sick leave every year from 2026 under new legislation.Do you think that this is a good idea?Or will it just be abused?
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The Cabinet has agreed to draft legislation which will pave the way for a new pension scheme for private sector workers. What does that mean for the employee and employer? Karl Deeter joins Niall on the line to discuss this
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We're discussing the idea of paying stay at home parents. What do you think? Are you a stay at home parent? Do you feel like your work is undervalued in society?
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The moment that everyone is talking about - when Will Smith slapped Chris Rock on stage at The Oscars over his joke. Was Will Smith right to do what he did?
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Considering the rise in prices, will you be opting to go abroad for a holiday this year or will you be staycationing?Or can you afford a break away at all with the price increases?
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School students are preparing to strike across the country today, calling for climate action.Today we want to know; are you willing to pay more in climate taxes in order to help Ireland reach its carbon emission goal?
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Niall speaks to Paediatric Sleep Expert Lucy Wolfe about how to help your children adjust to the clocks changing on Sunday
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Where did you propose to your other half?
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We got a message from a listener who is at loggerheads with her husband over taking the kids out of school at September to go on holidays. Her inlaws told her husband it's completely irresponsible. What do you think? Is taking children out of school for holidays irresponsible?
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Do you think it's time we scrap Mother's Day and Father's Day?
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Is it irresponsible to own certain breeds on dogs if you have children?
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The average communion is costing parents €929 for the day. How much have you spent on your child's First Holy Communion?
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How would you react if you found your 15 year old watching porn?
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Thousands of students are expected to join a global climate strike in Dublin this Friday. It's been organised by Fridays for Future Dublin. Today we want to know will you be encouraging your children to take part? Do they worry about climate change?
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We got an email from a woman who's pregnant and thinks it's unfair that her partner is still drinking and smoking in front of her. Do you think she's being unreasonable to want him to quit in solidarity with her while she's pregnant?
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A new obesity drug, which has been found to reduce body weight by three to four stone, has been approved for use in Ireland. Today we want to now do you believe this is the right way forward to tackle our obesity problem in Ireland?
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Smacking and slapping children has been outlawed in Wales, with people told to contact social services or police if they see a parent or carer acting out physical punishment. Today we want to ask would you intervene?
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Adrian Kennedy is in for Niall today.
Today is national flag day. As a part of national flag day we want to know; if Ireland was unified, would you be in favour of changing the Irish flag and national anthem to better represent the island's new identity?
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With Bord Gais announcing yet another increase in prices yesterday, we want to know; are you concerned about making ends meets? Will you be cutting back even more on luxury spending's?
Adrian is speaking to Sean Moynihan CEO of ALONE about their calls to extend the eligibly criteria for fuel allowances in order to help people combat this increasing costs of home energy.
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Adrian is speaking to Artur Gabovich owner of the Campus Community A-Hotel. Artur and his staff are making and delivering 15000 meals a days for military personnel, hospitals, orphanages and nursing homes in Kyiv
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We got a message form a woman who is horrified that her 7 year old is being taught about the war in Ukraine in school. How have you dealt with talking to your children about the war? How much do they need to know?
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Should you have to upload a form of ID in order to create of keep your social media accounts? Or do you think people are entitled to their anonymity online?
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With Cheltenham starting tomorrow, we want to know, do you believe that horse racing is a cruel sport?
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We got an email from a woman who's 15 year old son constantly curses infront of her. She thinks it's completely disrespectful. Do you agree?
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Daryna Kushnir is speaking to Niall. Daryna went to Poland last Sunday to collect her elderly grandfather who had to abandon his country because of the Russian invasion. She says the scenes from the border was like something from a "horror movie".
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Do you believe that it really matters how a person dresses? Would you be more likely to trust someone in a suit rather than someone in casual wear?
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We're talking about teenagers and their relationship with alcohol. Many say teaching children about alcohol is wrong and it normalises it for them. What do you think? Would you allow your teenager to drink?
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With more and more women choosing to embrace their natural body hair we want to know; ladies, would you give it a go?And lads, would you have an issue with your partner growing out their body hair?
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A pro-Ukraine change to the Russian Embassy's address has been approved by Dublin Councillors. Zelenskyy Road and Independent Ukraine Road have both been mooted as potential new names for Orwell Road where the Embassy is located. Dermot Lacey joins Niall on the line now about this
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Will driving be a luxury as fuel costs soar? Do the latest cuts go far enough? Karl Deeter joins Niall on the line to discuss this now.
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Would you opt for a second hand wedding dress? Listeners are discussing this now with Niall.
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Ted Cronin is speaking to Niall and he is from Sentient Rights Ireland. They are holding a protest this Wednesday at department of justice at St. Stephen's Green to lobby for the recognition of Animal Sentience to be enshrined directly into Irish law.
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Airport operator DAA has been given the green light for tolled drop-off and pick-up zones at Dublin Airport. Green Party Councillor Ian Carey joins Niall on the line to discuss this.
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Have you pledged to open your home to refugees?
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With the cost of fuel increasing so dramatically, will you be using your car less and public transport more?
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We're talking age gaps in relationships. We spotted a dilemma in one of the papers where a 22 year old woman is dating a 44 year old and her parents are disgusted by it.
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Tánaiste Leo Varadkar is urging an increase in military spending to defend Ireland. Do you agree with this? Do you think it is necessary?
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Today is World Obesity Day. Didi deZwarte is speaking to Niall about the importance of educating your children about healthy eating
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A judge has ordered the surrender of a barking dog to the local dog warden due to the continual noise disturbance in Co Clare. Have you been in this situation? We want to hear your experiences.
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Today we're talking about the NCT. The number of people on the waiting list for an NCT appointment is more than eight times higher than it was in the year prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, new figures show. What has your experience been?
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Research suggests that 12% of dad's are showing signs of post traumatic stress after their partner has given birth. Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin, Brendan Kelly, says we sometimes underestimate how childbirth impacts men and he joins Niall on air now
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Catherine Woods from Husky Rescue Ireland is speaking to Niall. Their founder is heading over to Ukraine this weekend with many supplies for the animals that have been left behind. If you can help in any way you can please click on the link below. https://facebook.com/huskyrescueire
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Right now we're talking about UFOS. Tabby is speaking to Niall right now about what he saw in the sky! Have you ever had an experience of seeing an unidentified flying object?
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We're talking about the constitutional right to housing. Do you believe the right to housing should be enshrined in our constitution?
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We're on the hunt for Ireland's youngest granny and grandad!
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Brown Thomas has defended offering IV vitamin drip treatments at its new store in Dundrum for up to €950 – despite doctors raising serious concerns about potential health risks. The CEO behind this service Richard Chambers joins Niall on the line now.
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Marcin is speaking to Niall. Marcin is living in Poland and he is doing trips from the Polish Ukraine border helping people who are fleeing Ukraine. To date, 350,000 people have crossed the border from Ukraine to Poland.
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We're talking about antisocial behaviour in students. Students in Limerick have been warned they may face sanctions if they take part in anti-social behaviour off-campus. Today we want to know do you believe it would deter the parties that students have every year?
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We got an email from a stay at home mother. Her husband comes home and does nothing to help around the house. She thinks he should be doing more to help her but he feels that he's already done a days work and shouldn't have to do housework too.
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Niall is speaking to Aidan Flynn, Chief executive for the Freight Transport Association Ireland to discuss how the conflict in Ukraine will affect Irish consumers.
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Dr. Caoimhe Hartley, GP and owner of Menopause Health is speaking to Niall about the importance of attending cervical screen appointments, even after you enter perimenopause and menopause.
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From today, the new 30km/h speed limit is in place in the Phoenix Park. There has been talk of extending this to all urban areas. Would you be in favour of 30km speed limits being implemented in all urban areas?
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We got an email from a woman who took a new job knowing that she is pregnant and would need to take maternity leave shorty after starting the job. She doesn't feel like she's done anything wrong but her family disagree. Should she have told her boss?
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Niall speaks to Eugene O'Sullivan, an Irish man living in Ukraine, an hour from the Russian boarder. He is speaking to Niall about what things are like right now where he lives.
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Is there anything wrong with going abroad and never bringing your children with you? We got an email from a woman who's sister and husband go away for 2 weeks every year and never bring their children with them.
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Niall is speaking to Parentline CEO Aileen Hickie as more parents are seeking help with abusive children from confidential national helpline Parentline than ever before.
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According to a recent study, 75% of people reported sleep disturbances caused by their partner. 10% of married couples sleep in separate bedrooms and around 25% of couples sleep in separate beds. Do you see any issues with sleeping separately?
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Niall speaks to Dr. Michael Crotty about My Best Weight Clinic, the first of its kind medical weight loss management clinic in Ireland.
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With 4 people dying everyday as a result of alcohol, we want to know, would you be in favour of raising the legal drinking age to 21?
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We got an email from a man who feels his family were made feel uncomfortable by a woman breastfeeding in a restaurant. Do you think there's anything wrong with breast feeding in public? Or do you think that he's being completely over the top?
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Catherine Corless is speaking to Niall after Minister for Children Roderic O'Gorman's announcement that he expected the Institutional Burials Bill for excavation, recovery and analysis of remains at the site of Tuam to be passed by June.
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We got an email from a woman who's very close male friend put his hand up her skirt on a night out and groped her. Her friends are telling her to report him to the guards but she's torn on doing so because they are friends. What advice would you give her?
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2 out of 3 people are concerned they see ads for products after conversations regarding particular commodities. Is your smart phone really listening to you? Will Geddes joins Niall on air to discuss this now.
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Roibhne contacted us by email and she is speaking to Niall now. She has been left widowed with 3 children after her husband passed away at 42 yrs of age. Roibhne is in a very difficult place with mortgage repayments and struggling to make ends meet.
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Niall is speaking to, Loretta Dignam founder of The Menopause Hub, about the massive shortage of HRT that Ireland is currently facing.
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As clamping fines are set to be raised to €125 - today we want to know is clamping an necessary evil?
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Niall is speaking to security analyst Declan Power about the situation currently unfolding in Ukraine.
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On Tuesday's show we asked would female only carriages on public transport encourage a safer environment for women travelling alone as news emerged that Scotland plan to trial this idea.
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On Monday's show Jeremy Dixon spoke to many callers about how they believe the mask mandate in schools has affected their children.
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On Tuesday's show Steven Mangan spoke to Jeremy Dixon about the devastation his family faces after returning home to find his daughters mobile charger had caught fire and damaged the whole house.
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On Thursday's show, Gareth O'Callaghan joins Niall Boylan in the studio ahead of his big return to radio on Saturday mornings with Ireland's Classic Hits Radio. Gareth took us on a walk down memory lane talking about his tremendous career so far.
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On Thursday's show, as the cost of living plan was being leaked, we spoke to political correspondent Seán Defoe about what we can expect, and Niall also spoke to listeners to get their reaction.
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1 in 4 women in Ireland have been abused by a current or former partner while 1 in 9 men have experienced such abuse. These are figures addressed in a Prime Time Investigates programme that aired last night. June Murphy from Yana Cork Domestic Violence Project is speaking to Niall now about this.
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A new survey has found over 40% of workers in the early childhood sector are actively seeking employment elsewhere. SIPTU spokesperson Darragh O’Connor warned that unless pay and conditions are addressed soon the sector is “on the verge of a mass exodus” and he joins Niall on air now
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Niall speaks to a number of parents about their experiences with their children being bullied
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The department of social protection has been criticised for changing the way that people receive unemployment payments, which now have to be done in person again rather than online. Many have said it is humiliating to queue up at the post office to collect social welfare payments. Today we want to know what you think.
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Today we are talking about the rising cost of living. How are you coping?
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Patrick is speaking to Niall. Patrick, originally from Kildare, is 91-years young and he is deemed as one of the oldest radio DJs in Britain.
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How do you feel about the result of the Golfgate trial?
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Banking staff nationwide are being trained to spot the signs of financial abuse and coercive control. What is coercive financial control? Suzanne Doyle, Glow Coach, is telling Niall how we spot the signs of this.
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Has social media been a good thing or a bad thing for society?
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Would you be in favour of a longer school day for your children? Laura Erskine believes that this could benefit children and working parents greatly and she joins Niall on the line now.
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We got an email from a man who thinks that there should be child free zones of flights. Do you agree? Or would you have an issue with this?
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Anita is talking to Niall. Anita lives in a council house and has been given a week’s notice to rehome her 16-month old pet Rottweiler or surrender him to the local pound. Anita is at her witsend as she says she cannot live without her dog.
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We got a message from a listener who's child is extremely talented in Rugby but feels that the pressure his father is putting on him will have an adverse affect on her son. What do you think? Is putting pressure on your children for sports a necessary evil?
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We are delighted to be joined in studio by Minister of State for Disability Anne Rabbitte joins Niall in studio to discuss, disability respite and the delay in autism assessments.
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When it comes to bills/rent/mortgage if you the higher earner, should you contribute more? Or should it always be 50/50?
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Calls were made by the Social Democrats in the Dáil today for the HSE to abandon its practice of sending in debt collectors to collect overdue fees from cancer patients and others. Roisin Shortall says "it is absolutely shocking" and she joins Niall on air now.
Danielle is talking to Niall. She has an auto immune disease. She was on the PUP last year and because of this her medical card was taken off her because she just 4 euro over the threshold. She has just got off the phone to debt collectors because she owes them over €400
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Gerben Uunk, co-founder of Party For Animal Welfare about Norway's new ban on the breeding of English Bulldogs and Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.
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James is speaking to Niall. James has a 4 yr old boy with autism. Himself and his wife have been told by the HSE that they must wait at least 38 MONTHS for an assessment. The delays in accessing care have left a devastating effect on their lives.
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In an interview published over the weekend, actor Gabriel Byrne says the ‘old Dublin’ he loved is "lost forever". He believes that we have lost our identity. Do you agree with him?
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Today we want to know what positives, if any, did you take out of the pandemic?
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A debate has erupted online over if AND how much an adult child should pay rent. A woman divided opinion saying her 21 year old son is moving home to save for a mortgage and they are deciding to charge him rent.
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Niall is speaking to Roy. Roy and his partner are in their late 20's and like many people they have been priced out of the renting market and have been living in an unfinished house that is due to be demolished.
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Richard is speaking to Niall. Richard had to renew his 15 year old son's passport by An Post as he had to supply additional documents. He applied last November and has YET to receive it.
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A gang of young men have been terrorising a small group of residents by burning out stolen cars close to where they live. Daithi Doolan joins Niall on the line to discuss the horrific scenes he witnessed last night.
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Review of 1,300 children who attended the HSE-run South Kerry CAMHS found 46 of them suffered “significant harm”. Fiona Coyle CEO of Mental Health Reform joins Niall on the line to discuss this.
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Should gender specific toys be scrapped?
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Is divorce something to celebrate or mourn?
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The Women of Honour group has labelled Government plans for an administrative review of its claims of bullying, assault, rape and discrimination in the Defence Forces as ‘nothing more than a paper exercise”. Diane Byrne a member of Women Of Honour joins Niall on the line now.
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In the first of its kind in Ireland, there is a Divorce Summit happening next Wednesday online! Mel Murphy joins Niall on the line to discuss what she believes is still a "hush hush" topic in Ireland
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We received a heart breaking email from a listener who is considering putting her 14 year old son, who has intellectual disabilities, into care. She wants us to talk about her situation and is looking for advice, she feels like she is failing as a mother.
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Mandatory jail time for drink driving
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Listener dilemma: Disciplining step children
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John Lee from the Irish Daily Mail joins Niall on the line ahead of the easing of restrictions that we will expect Micheál Martin to announce later today
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Should everybody who worked during the pandemic get the Covid bonus of €1000?
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The Reproductive Health Leave legislation from labour would allow women to access up to 20 days paid leave in the case of early miscarriage - and up to 10 days leave when accessing reproductive health treatments, such as IVF. Senator Marie Sherlock joins Niall on the line now
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Frank Greaney joins Niall on the line in the wake of the arrest of Jozef Puska. Frank is addressing the importance of what we can and cannot say on social media on a case and how social media posts can jeopardise a case.
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How long should you wait to get engaged?
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Cian Griffin is 11 and he took to social media to say he was ‘very sad’ when he got poo on his wheels, meaning his mother Niamh had to wheel him the rest of the way to school to ensure his hands were kept clean. Cian's mum, Niamh, joins Niall on the line now.
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Around two-thirds of organisations believe that employers should be permitted access to the vaccine status of their employees. Employment law solicitor Richard Grogan joins Niall on the line to discuss this.
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