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Presented by Paul Williams and Shane Coleman with Vincent Wall on Business and Alan Quinlan on sport it is opinion led, full of personality and driven by listener interaction.
Joe Biden is staying in the White House race, his spokeswoman confirmed, stating he is "absolutely not" withdrawing. This comes despite pressure after his challenging debate against Donald Trump Speaking to Shane this morning was Niall O’Dowd, Founder of Irish Central .Com Irish Voice Newspaper and Irish America Magazine.
The polls have opened for what is expected to be an historic UK General Election. Labour are expected to win a massive majority, while the Conservative Party are facing an embarrassing wipeout. Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte now joined us from London.
An Taoiseach, Simon Harris has said the GAA should listen to the grassroots of the GAA as he reaffirmed his stance on GAA Go saying that Gaelic games should not be behind a paywall. To discuss this further was Liam O’Neill, Former President of the GAA.
A new government report has found that Irish people have a high awareness of climate change, but a gap exists between intention and action. We heard from Sadhbh O’Neill, independent researcher and commentator on climate policy.
Labour Court set to issue recommendation to end row over pilots' pay at Aer Lingus as dozens more flights cancelled We get the latest from Michael Doherty, Professor in Employment Law at Maynooth University.
Australia has become the first country in the world to ban the sale of vapes outside of pharmacies. Under the new laws, e-cigarettes can be sold only in plain colours and packaging from July 1. For more on this Ciara spoke to Professor Luke Clancy, Director General of the Tobacco Free Research Institute Ireland and consultant respiratory physician.
A new report by the EPA released today has revealed the number of people served by “at risk” public water supplies has increased again in 2023. We spoke to Noel Byrne, Programme Manager in the Office of Environmental Enforcement in the EPA and also Dr Jean O’Dwyer, From the Water Quality Team of Research at University College Cork.
Both sides in the Aer Lingus pilots’ pay row will return to the Labour Court later today as the latest bid to end the dispute continues. Shane spoke to the Minister of State at the Department of Transport with special responsibility for International and Road Transport and Logistics James Lawless.
Sweden have launched a groundbreaking new law that would entitle grandparents to get paid parental leave while taking care of their grandchildren for 3 months of a child’s first year of life With more on this we spoke to Esther McCarthy, Lifestyle Editor with The Irish Examiner and Weekend Magazine Columnist.
The report “Future Business Model Plans and Long-Term Vision for the Media Sector” is launched today. We speak to Niamh Smyth, Cavan TD and chair of the Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sports and Media.
The number of historical sex offences being faced by former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has increased. This comes as he is due before Newry Magistrates Court this morning with his wife, Eleanor for a preliminary enquiry to establish whether there is sufficient evidence for a trial We get the latest on this with Amanda Ferguson, Freelance Journalist based in Belfast.
Two members of the same family died on Tuesday evening when the car in which they were travelling collided with a lorry in Co Mayo. We speak to Fr John Durkan, Parish Priest Swinford Co. Mayo on this tragedy.
In the Economist’s annual Global Liveability ranking, Dublin was one of the cities to experience the biggest drop in ranking compared to last year, slipping down in the rankings to 39th. What do we need to do to improve the standard of living in Irish cities? We ask Duncan Stewart, Environmentalist and Architect and John Moran, Mayor of Limerick.
Almost half of the people surveyed for a new study said they have used sunbeds despite knowing the risks to their skin and many who sunbathe believe it is worth getting “slightly sunburned” to get a tan. We get reaction to Isabel Haugh Consultant Dermatologist.
The US Supreme Court ruled that Donald Trump, as a former president, enjoys some immunity from prosecution, a ruling that may delay his trial for conspiring to overturn the 2020 US presidential election. We get reaction from Mick Mulvaney, former Chief of Staff for Donald Trump and Chair of Actum Global Consultants.
The dispute between Aer Lingus management and the Irish Air Line Pilots' Association continues to rumble on with a formal Labour Court hearing to take place tomorrow. We speak to Michael Doherty, Professor in Employment Law at Maynooth University.
Dublin City Council is calling for the introduction of a hotel tourist tax But will this tax work to help improve our capital for everyone, or is this just another weight on a heavily taxed industry? We discuss with Hotelier Lorraine Sweeney and Green Party Councillor for Dublin North Inner-city Janet Horner.
In years gone by dropping in unannounced to friends and neighbours was commonplace. These days we are more likely to call ahead before calling in to see someone. So, has the spontaneity of visiting people on a whim become a thing of the past? We asked Columnist with the Farming Independent, Jim O’ Brien.
Latest figures from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry reveal the sale of EVs are down for a 4th month in a row. Ciara discusses these figures with Phil Barnes, Geotab’s Business Development Manager for Ireland and UK.
The population is expected to increase by over 900K between 2022 and 2040. According to the latest ESRI report, over 50,000 dwelling per year could be needed to keep pace with demand. To discuss further Shane was joined on the show by Dr Paul Egan, Research Officer, ESRI.
Waste collection companies have warned they may increase prices for recycling bin collections to make up for the loss of plastic bottles and drinks cans to the Deposit Return Scheme. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this was Kevin Swift, Regional Waste Co-ordinator Connacht Ulster.
The Far-right National Party leads in the first round of the French elections. Author and Paris-based journalist Lara Marlowe is with us for reaction.
Our inheritance tax system is state-approved grave robbery” those are the words of Alan Shatter, Former Justice, Equality and Defence minister and is chairperson of the Inheritance Tax Reform Campaign. Alan spoke to Jonathan this morning on the calls for a reform.
From today women from the age of 17 to 35 will be eligible for free contraception. But does the scheme go far enough? We speak to Monaghan based G.P. Dr. Illona Duffy.
Poor diets, inactivity, and air pollution as well as the lack of access to nature all negatively affect people’s health, Irish Doctors for the Environment has said in an open letter to all 949 councillors. Dr Ola Løkken Nordrum, Operations Officer Irish Doctors for the Environment explained to Shane what exactly they are calling for?
France's far right has made big gains in the first round of the parliamentary election. For an update from France Jonathan spoke to Cole Stangler , Independent journalist based in Marseille, France. And author of Paris Isn't Dead Yet: Surviving Gentrification in the City of Light.
Taylor Swift brings her epic Eras Tour to Dublin this weekend, when over 150,000 Swifties will descend on Ireland's capital to witness the megastar journey through her almost 20-year career. Shane spoke to Pascal Donohue, Minister for Public Expenditure, President of the Eurogroup. Fine Gael TD for Dublin Central and Claire O’Malley, Taylor Swift superfan.
The Irish Air Line Pilots' Association (IALPA) union’s disputes committee will meet this morning to consider further strike action by pilots at Aer Lingus. This comes as talks between them and Aer Lingus broke down yesterday. We speak to Michael Doherty, Professor in Employment Law at Maynooth University to get a reaction to a possible escalation. Also Clare Dunne, CEO of Irish Travel Agents Association joined us to explain how the strike is effective the travel agents industry.
‘Anyone who starts their day with highly processed sweet stuff, such as cereal or croissants, sets themselves up for a roller coaster of blood sugar peaks and troughs which make impulse control and concentration difficult.’ So says Dr Alex Richardson, Founder Director of Food and Behaviour Research, UK who spoke to Johnathan this morning on the show.
More than 650m passengers have travelled on the Luas since the launch of the Green line from Sandyford to St Stephen’s Green 20 years ago. We speak to Doireann Ni Bhriain, broadcaster and voice of the Luas and Olivia Kelly, Dublin Editor for the Irish Times.
Tragedy struck Waterford yesterday as two teenage boys lost their lives in a collision between a bus and an e-scooter. 15-year-old Gilbert Collins was pronounced dead at the scene, while a 17 year old Abuzwa Idris was taken to Waterford University Hospital but died yesterday evening. We spoke to Fianna Fail Cllr and Mayor of Waterford City and County Jason Murphy on this awful tragedy.
It may still be 131 days until voters go to the polls in the US election but the two candidates locked horns overnight. President Joe Biden and Former President Donald Trump met in a TV debate on CNN in what was the first of only two scheduled debates this campaign. We get reaction to the debate from David Smith Washington DC Bureau Chief of The Guardian.
This year marks 50 years of Pride . On June 27, 1974, the Sexual Liberation Movement, organised the first Gay Pride demonstration in Dublin. Micheal Kerrigan, playwright and one of the founders of that movement joins Ciara on the show this morning to look back on 50 years of Pride.
Ireland’s transport sector is not on target to achieve its EU emissions objectives. In fact our transport emissions actually rose last year. That’s according to a new report from the Climate Change Advisory Council and Marie Donnelly the Chair of the Council discussed the findings.
The Assisted Human Reproduction Bill, which includes a legal framework for both domestic and international surrogacy, has passed all stages in the Oireachtas. We speak to Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly.
The Dáil has voted to opt in to the EU Migration Pact by 79 votes to 72. We speak to Aontú Leader, Peadar Toibin.
A new poll from Ipsos has shown that Labour is maintaining its lead going into the final week of the UK general election campaign. Speaking to Ciara on the latest poll results was Lauren McEvatt, Former UK Government Special Advisor.
Germany, a country renowned for its cleanliness and order has a German Toilet Organisation that aims to promote clean facilities for its population. Is it time Ireland does the same, or do we shy away from talking frankly about toilets compared to our European Neighbours? We asked Carolyn Moore, Green party Councillor for Kimmage Rathmines.
A bomb threat was made on the home of Taoiseach Simon Harris yesterday evening Journalist with the Irish Independent Robin Schiller brought us up to speed on what happened.
Aer Lingus and IALPA will meet this morning in a fresh bid to resolve the ongoing pay dispute. Andrew Louth, Newstalk reporter brought us the latest.
Taylor Swift's eras tour will very soon sweep into Dublin. Excitement is high, but between ticket prices and Taylor trolls, the cost of being a Swiftie may be even higher. Newstalk Reporter Sarah Madden reports for us.
Aer Lingus has expressed disappointment after the Labour Court said that it will not be intervening in the ongoing pay dispute with pilots at this time. Captain Mark Tighe, President of the Irish Airline Pilots Association spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
The pub is the one remaining site for Dublin’s late night cultural fun. That’s according to the Irish Independent’s Technology Editor Adrian Weckler and Adrian spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to explain why he says so.
Soon to be former Finance Minister Michael McGrath now the Government’s nominee for the European Commission joined Shane this morning on the show.
Leading experts in Ireland and UK working in online safety come together to explore how to create a safer digital space for children and young people in an initiative held by the Children’s Rights Alliance. Exposure to harmful content suggesting hate, self-harm and suicide, cyberbullying, and privacy violations are just some of the issues under the spotlight. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Noeline Blackwell, Online Safety Coordinator at the Children’s Rights Alliance.
‘Mum instincts are honed by repeatedly having to figure things out. We can’t criticise dads for not having the same parenting initiative if we don’t give them the chance to develop it by themselves.’ So wrote Chrissie Russell, Freelance Writer with The Irish Independent who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
We get reaction to RTE's 5 year funding strategy with Trevor Keegan, Chair of the RTÉ National Union of Journalists subbranch and also Michael Kelly, Independent Broadcasters of Ireland Chief Executive.
The Health Research Board has reported the highest figures in drug treatment to date with a continued increase in cocaine use evident, particularly among females. Speaking to Shane about the research findings was Dr Anne Marie Carew, Research Officer at HRB to discuss the findings.
The Cork to Limerick N20 road is set to be upgraded to a full tolled motorway at an estimated cost of €2 billion. We ask is it a good idea? To debate Shane was joined on the show by Brian Hyde, Chairman of The Cork-Limerick Alliance Group and Gillian Coughlan Fianna Fail Councillor for the Bandon Kinsale Municipal District.
Are hustlers born or made? Sarah Madden reports on the side hustling habits of millennials and gen Z.
Killarney Coffee Cup Project participants are calling on the Government to act on Latte Levy. Killian Treacy, owner of LUNA coffee + wine explained why to Newstalk Breakfast.
The cabinet will today likely approve a move that will see Michael McGrath appointed as Ireland’s next European Commissioner. As part of the current programme for government, the nominee will come from the Fianna Fáil party. We got the latest on this with Daniel McConnell Editor of The Business Post.
Holidaymakers can download one simple app to avoid exorbitant data costs abroad. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us the details.All with thanks to Bird & Bird.
There has been mass outrage following the suspended sentence handed to soldier Cathal Crotty who beat 24-year-old Natasha O'Brien unconscious on a Limerick Street. Diane Byrne, Member of the Women of Honour gave her reaction to the protests over the weekend.
Restricted dog breeds should be banned in Ireland. That's the call from Professor Jack Kelly, President of the Irish Association of Plastic Surgeons who spoke to Ciara this morning.
The Irish Airline Pilots’ Association has warned that all-out strike action by Aer Lingus pilots is a “possibility”. Speaking to Shane this morning was President of the Irish Airline Pilots Association, Captain Mark Tighe.
The latest survey from the Irish Business Against Litter shows that the Deposit Return Scheme is contributing to lower litter levels nationwide. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Conor Horgan, Spokesperson for IBAL.
There has been widespread condemnation of footage which shows The Israeli army strapping a wounded Palestinian man to the hood of a military jeep during an arrest raid in the occupied West Bank city of Jenin on Saturday. Shane spoke to Sky’s Middle East News Correspondent Alistair Bunkall.
A shortage of homes is pushing prices up that's according to a new report from Daft.ie. Speaking to Ciara on the show this morning was Ronan Lyons, author of the report and economist at Trinity College Dublin.
Festival season is well and truly underway with Sea Sessions and Beyond the pale both taking place this weekend. But what actually makes a festival experience great? Today FM’s Ed Smith tell us.
Donald Sutherland, star of films including The Hunger Games and Don't Look Now, has died at 88 after a long illness. Hollywood journalist Jeanne Wolf joined Ciara this morning to reflect on the life of the legendary actor.
“Two to put her down. Two to put her out.” Irish soldier Cathal Crotty bragged on social media after brutally beating Natasha O’Brien unconscious. Yesterday he walked free after receiving a 3 year suspended sentence. We get reaction to this sentence from Anne Clarke, CEO of Offaly Domestic Violence Support Services.
Aer Lingus will cancel up to one in five flights from next Wednesday as members of the Irish Airline Pilots’ Association =plan a strict work to rule in their pursuit of a near 24 per cent pay increase. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Donal Moriarty is Chief Corporate Affairs Officer for Aer Lingus.
Young teenagers are less likely to smoke or drink than a decade ago but they are twice as likely to be at risk of depressive symptoms. That’s according to the latest Growing Up In Ireland Study. We get reaction to these findings from Sheila O’Malley, Parenting Expert and Keynote Speaker in all aspects of wellbeing for the corporate sector.
Landmark legislation to deal with infertility and domestic surrogacy in Ireland is set to reach its final stages and become law. Speaking to Ciara this morning on the show was fertility coach and therapist Helena Tubridy.
Growing number of older people not being treated with urgency, says Dublin Bay North Fine Gael TD Richard Bruton as new report on ageing has launched. Richard Bruton spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Unisex toilets – do you love them or hate them? One person who thinks its time to take the ‘man’ out of ‘mna’ is Consumer Columnist and Host of the Home Show on Newstalk, Sinead Ryan.
Today is the Summer Solstice making it the longest day of the year as the sun will take the most northerly transit across the skies. To tell us about the significance and folklore attached to the day is Anthony Murphy, Mythical Ireland founder and author.
And that was Just Stop Oil’s, Fiona Atkinson speaking to Kieran on The Hard Shoulder last night as two people have been arrested after Just Stop Oil protesters used orange powder paint on England’s Stonehenge monument. At 5am this morning the activists went a step further when they targeted “multiple private jets” with bright orange spray paint at London's Stansted Airport just hours after Taylor Swift's plane landed. So, has climate activism gone too far? We asked Ian O’Doherty, Columnist with The Irish Independent.
Today marks World Refugee Day. We hear about life in emergency accommodation with Salman Jamal, Refugee, Journalist and Former Somali Government Advisor.
Earlier this week we heard from Aoife Lane, head of the department of sport at Athlone TUS on calls to fund inclusive facilities in the plans to integrate the ladies football and camogie association into the GAA. Most current facilities were designed with only men in mind. Our own reporter Sarah Madden has been investigating facilities at sports clubs across the country to find out what impact if any a disparity may be having on female sport.
Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un have signed an agreement pledging that Russia and North Korea will help each other in the event of "aggression" against either country. Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin explained this agreement.
Doubling passenger numbers to 178 million and deeming 50% of fleet as zero emission by 2030 – That's the promise Bus Eireann are making today in a bid to be a global leader at the launch of their new 5 year Sustainability Strategy. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Rory Leahy, Chief Safety and Sustainability Officer at Bus Éireann.
The sun is shining this morning, its the middle of June what else should we be talking about except Christmas of course!! There is a search for the next panto star! Alan Hughes brings us the details.
13-Year-Old Autism Campaigner, Cara Darmody has begun her protest at the Dáil for better autism services. Cara spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning to explain why she is protesting.
Aer Lingus pilots to start work-to-rule next week as they refuse to work overtime, in a mov6711 e that will cause disruption to thousands of passengers at the busiest time of the year for the airline. Speaking to Jonathan this morning on the show was Paul Hackett, Vice President of the Irish Travel Agents Association and CEO of Flick and Go Holiday.
Lower minimum wage payments for young workers needs to be abolished that's the call from Mandate trade union. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast wasNeil McDonnell, Chief Executive of ISME and youth activist Adam O’Ceallaigh.
There has been recent calls by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy to implement warning labels on social media platforms due to their potential harm to adolescents' mental health. Dr. Richard Hogan, Family Psychotherapist and Author of 'Home is where the start is' discussed his thoughts on such a measure.
The Irish Cancer Society has warned of a “180 million hole” in funding for the National Cancer Strategy which effects many areas of patient care. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Averil Power, CEO of Irish Cancer Society.
Gardaí are investigating sexual noises during ceremonies at a church in Kilgobnet near Dungarvan following a number of complaints. We spoke to Locals say the noises have been causing upset among parishioners. Speaking to Jonathan this morning was Damien Tiernan, WLR presenter.
Candidates are expected to declare their intention today to run in the Green Party leadership contest, following Eamon Ryan standing down. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Malcolm Noonan, Green Party TD and Minister of State for Nature, Heritage & Electoral Reform.
Are calorie counts on menus constructive, or do they do more harm than good? We discuss with Nathalie Lennon, Nutritional and Health Coach.
Women’s Aid’s Annual Impact Report 2023 has been released and details over 40 thousand disclosures of domestic abuse against women and children. The highest ever received by the organisation in its 50-year history. Speaking to Ciara this morning on the show was Linda Smith, National Freephone Manager with Women’s Aid.
Rent controls are encouraging a culture of subletting in Ireland, with landlords and tenants bearing the consequences. That’s according to the Irish Property Owners Association, and member Maurice Deverell spoke to Ciara this morning.
Study shows employees seeing stress as a ‘badge of honour’ is contributing to toxic workplace cultures. We discuss further with Caroline Reidy, Human Resource Expert from the HR Suite.
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly will today seek Cabinet approval for a vaccination programme for infants this autumn for Respiratory Syncytial Virus or more commonly known as RSV Speaking to Johnathan this morning was Dr. Brendan O’Shea, Kildare GP & Assistant Adjuvant Professor in Public Health and Primary Care at Trinity College Dublin.
From worms and maggots in food to rooms shared with nine other men, the latest report from Doras paints a shocking picture of the harsh realities faced by Ukrainian refugees in State-provided accommodation. Speaking to Ciara was John Lannon, CEO of Doras to discuss the findings.
The visionary behind the reconstructed 'Banshees of Inisherin' pub in Galway, has extended a warm invitation to Taylor Swift ahead of her Dublin concerts. Luke Mee, Co-Owner of Mee’s Bar in Kilkerrin, Co. Galway spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Meta is to pause its plans to use the personal data of users to train its AI models after some concerns were raised by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly explains all in this week's 'Tech Check'.All with thanks to Bird & Bird.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has criticised plans announced by the military to hold daily tactical pauses in fighting along one of the main roads into Gaza to facilitate aid delivery into the Palestinian enclave. Speaking to Jonathan this morning was Sean Bell, Former Fighter pilot and now Military Analyst and Bushra Khalid Oxfam Policy Leader Jerusalem Office.
Air Lingus pilots have been voting all weekend in polling stations in Dublin and Cork on whether they will take industrial strike action with results due to be announced later today. We got some advice from Clare Dunne, CEO of Irish Travel Agents Association.
Additional security measures have been put in place at a medieval site in Ballyfermot, after footage showing someone interfering with skeletal remains was shared on social media. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Hazel De Nortúin, People Before Profit Councillor for Ballyfermot Drimnagh.
When we ask why we struggle to forgive MeToo’s powerful men, we should ask why for so long we struggled to forgive their victims. That is the question posed by columnist Martha Gill writing in the UK’s Observer and Martha spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
As part of the planned integration of the GAA, the Ladies Gaelic Football Association and the Camogie association, there have been calls for an integration fund to support inclusivity, as most facilities were designed with only men in mind. To discuss with Ciara was Aoife Lane, Head of Department of Sports and Health Sciences at TUS Athlone.
With three weeks to go until UK general election, how are the political parties fairing out? We speak to Philip Webster, Former Political Editor of the Times.
Cork kid rappers Kabin Crew, along with their pals from the Lisdoonvarna Crew, are set to release their viral hit “The Spark” as a single. Ciara caught up with Lucy Corcoran and Treasure, who were involved in the song, to discuss its viral success and upcoming release.
Sisters Sarah and Jennifer O’Duffy are climbing Kilimanjaro this Father's Day to honour their father Conor, who passed away from oesophageal cancer 20 years ago. Shane spoke with Jennifer about their journey and the significance of their climb.
The number of registered tourist beds being used to house Ukrainian refugees and international protection applicants has decreased by over 15% in the past six months, according to new data from Fáilte Ireland. Shane spoke with Eoghan O'Mara Walsh, Chief Executive at the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation, about the implications for the tourism sector.
The government’s reaction to the Housing Commission report has been criticised for lacking meaningful change. Ciara spoke with Lisa Kearney, President of The Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers, who shared her concerns and insights ahead of their annual conference.
While the benefits of competitive sports for children are well-known, many parents secretly dislike watching their kids play.Shane spoke with journalist and columnist Jen Hogan about why some parents feel this way and the challenges of supporting their children's sports activities.
Noise pollution from Dublin Airport has been a contentious issue, with early morning flights causing disturbances for nearby residents. Ciara revisits a previous conversation with TD Alan Farrell and sends Newstalk's Henry McKean to investigate the noise and Ryanair's claims that their aircraft are now significantly quieter than in the past.
Dublin has been identified as one of the most expensive cities in the world for parking, ranking ninth according to a new report by DiscoverCars.com. Ciara spoke with Keith Gavan, Chairman of the Irish Parking Association, to discuss the reasons behind these high parking costs.
Talks between Aer Lingus management and the pilot union ended yesterday without reaching an agreement, and no further discussions are scheduled. Shane spoke with travel journalist Joan Scales to discuss the potential impact this strike could have on summer holiday plans
Ireland’s women’s 4x400m relay team, consisting of Sophie Becker, Rhasidat Adeleke, Sharlene Mawdsley, and Phil Healy, secured a silver medal at the European Championships last night. Shane spoke with Joan Healy, former international sprinter and Phil Healy’s big sister, about the team’s achievement and the journey to their success.
Coimisiún na Meán has dropped two proposals aimed at protecting teenagers online after opposition from Google and a representative group for Big Tech. The proposals included a ban on under-18s live-streaming content or viewing live-streamed content without parental permission. Ciara spoke with Philip Arneill, Head of Education with Cybersafe Kids, about the implications of this decision.
A new High Court action has challenged the approval of a €1.2 billion data centre campus in Clare, arguing that it is inconsistent with climate action objectives. Ciara spoke with Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD, about whether Ireland should hold back on data centre construction to meet environmental targets.
Pilots in Aer Lingus, who are members of the Irish Air Line Pilots Association, have voted overwhelmingly in favor of industrial action, seeking a pay increase of more than 23%. Shane spoke with Captain Mark Tighe, President of The Irish Airline Pilots' Association, and Donal Moriarty, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Aer Lingus, to discuss the potential impact on holiday plans.
With more husbands working from home, the question arises whether the modern man is now doing their fair share of housework. Ciara was joined by Dr. Tom McLelland, lecturer in philosophy at the University of Cambridge, to discuss the dynamics of housework in the era of remote work.
Labour TD and transport spokesperson Duncan Smith has called for a complete ban on the sharing of images from road traffic accidents. Ciara spoke with Duncan to discuss the rationale behind this proposal and its potential impact on public behavior and privacy.
Weeks after apologising for using a highly offensive term about gay people, Pope Francis has reportedly used the same term again. Shane spoke with Brian Merriman, Founder of the International Gay Theatre Festival, about the implications of the Pope’s repeated comments and their impact on the Catholic Church's image.
The Joint Committee on Drugs Use will hold its first public meeting today to begin examining potential changes to reduce the harmful impacts of drug use on society. Ciara was joined by Marie Sherlock, Labour Party Senator and committee member, to discuss the committee's objectives and possible measures.
Child Psychotherapist Colman Noctor wrote in his column about the rising complaints of loneliness among young people in Ireland. Shane was joined by Colman to discuss what prompted him to write this piece and the broader issue of youth loneliness.
Festival-goers and sports fans attending events this summer are being asked to donate their drinks bottles and cans to charity, benefiting six children’s charities. Ciara was joined by Kerry McLaverty, CEO of LauraLynn Ireland, to discuss the initiative.
The latest report from the Environmental Protection Agency indicates no signs of improvement in the water quality of Ireland’s rivers and lakes, urging the government to take more action. Shane was joined by Dr. Eimear Cotter, Director of the EPA’s Office of Evidence and Assessment, to discuss the findings.
Barry Andrews, Regina Doherty, Lynn Boylan, and Aodhán Ó Ríordáin have been elected as Dublin’s MEPs after a dramatic evening’s counting at the RDS. Ciara spoke with Lynn Boylan, Sinn Fein MEP for Dublin, and Cynthia Ní Mhurchú, Fianna Fáil Candidate for the Ireland South constituency, about the results and what’s next for the other constituencies.
A new portrait of King Charles has been targeted by animal rights activists who covered his face with a likeness from the cartoon "Wallace and Gromit".Shane was joined by Dan Kidby, spokesperson for Animal Rising, to discuss the protest and its message.
With counting still underway following the European and local elections, the debate about whether to reintroduce e-voting has resurfaced. Ciara was joined by Eoin O’Malley, Associate Professor in Political Science at DCU, to discuss the potential benefits and drawbacks of e-voting.
Representatives from Ryanair will appear before the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Transport today to discuss the impact of the passenger cap at Dublin Airport on their business operations. Ciara was joined by Fine Gael TD Alan Farrell, Chair of the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party and Spokesperson for Justice, to debate whether the passenger cap should be scrapped.
An investigation is underway after a man set fire to the crypt at St Michan's Church of Ireland in Dublin, destroying mummified remains. Shane was joined by Michael Jackson, Archbishop of Dublin for the Church of Ireland, to discuss the incident
A flexitarian diet, which is plant-heavy and meat-light, has been linked to a significantly lower risk of premature death and benefits the planet. However, this diet's nutrient targets may not meet everyone's needs. Ciara speaks with Sarah Keogh, a dietitian at Eatwell.ie, to discuss the benefits and potential downsides of this dietary approach.
A new study from the Peace Research Institute of Oslo reveals that 2023 saw more armed conflicts worldwide than any other year since World War II. Shane is joined by Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University, to explore whether the world has indeed become a more dangerous place.
Recent weeks have seen revenue officers seize nearly €650,000 worth of nitrous oxide canisters from Dublin Port. Known as "laughing gas," this substance has become increasingly popular among young people. Ciara discusses this issue with Dr. Garret McGovern, Medical Director of the Priority Medical Clinic & GP Addiction Specialist.
Vote counting in all three European Parliament constituencies will resume today. Sean Kelly has already been elected as an MEP for Ireland South after the first count. Shane is joined by Ciaran Mullooly, Independent Ireland Candidate for Midlands North West Constituency, and Paul Hosford, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner, to discuss the latest developments in the EU election race.
There are increasing calls to abolish the Leaving Cert and replace it with open access to university. Ciara is joined by Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South West, to discuss the potential benefits and drawbacks of this significant educational reform.
Algorithms are increasingly influencing our fashion choices, often categorizing us into overly simplistic boxes or social media tribes. Psychotherapist Mary Lynn argues that we are each a rainbow of personalities, not easily defined by algorithms. Ciara discusses this topic with TV presenter Katja Mia.
Today in Belfast, the UK Government's appeal against a High Court decision regarding a victim-led legal challenge to the Troubles Act will commence. Shane speaks with Amanda Fergusson, a freelance journalist based in Belfast, to delve into the implications of this appeal.
Ireland's first mayoral election is happening in Limerick, with independent candidate John Moran leading the polls to become the city's first directly elected mayor. Ciara was joined by Newstalk Reporter Ellen Butler, who is reporting live from Limerick to provide the latest updates on this historic election.
A busy day’s counting is ahead to determine the outcome of the local and European elections. Political analyst Odran Flynn breaks things down with Shane.
Vodafone customers may notice a shift in the service as the mobile service provider shuts down its 3G network. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined Ciara with the details.
"Ireland should consider small nuclear reactors to achieve zero-carbon energy by 2050" – that's according to a new report from the Irish Academy of Engineering. Barry McMullin, Professor Emeritus Faculty of engineering and computing in DCU joined Shane to explain.
Counting is set to resume this morning in the local elections, with Fine Gael, Fianna Fáil and Independent candidates filling the vast majority of council seats declared so far. Meanwhile the first results of the European elections are expected later today. Ciara was joined by Michael McGrath, Minster for Finance and Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire, Sinn Féin TD for Cork South Central and spokesperson for Social Protection.
Have you ever come across someone listening to a voice note on speaker, or listening to music without headphones on public transport? Is it a sign that manners have become outdated? Shane was joined by Esther McCarthy, Lifestyle editor with the Irish Examiner to reflect on manners today.
Ciara was joined by Keire Murphy from the ESRI to discuss the latest report revealing the housing struggles faced by recognised refugees trying to leave government accommodation
Israel's war cabinet minister Benny Gantz has resigned from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's emergency government. Alistair Bunkall, Sky Middle East News Correspondent gives Shane the lates.
More than 700 of the 949 seats on the State’s county and city councils have been filled, with Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil battling it out to be the largest party in local government. Adrian Kavanagh, Lecturer at the Maynooth University Department of Geography breaks it down for Shane.
In an unexpected move, President Emmanual Macron has dissolved French Parliament and called a snap election in the wake of the European election results, where exit polls show Marine Le Pen’s National Rally are set to have a historic win. Elaine Cobb is CBS News Correspondent in Paris speaks to Ciara.
The Road Safety Authority is seeking an increase in the fees charged to motorists for the National Car Test (NCT), the driving test and a range of other services it provides. We get reaction with Shane O'Donoghue, Editor with completecar.ie.
Killers will get tougher sentences in the UK as Rishi Sunak is set to pledge the biggest overhaul of homicide laws in a generation. So, should Ireland toughen up on sentencing for murderers? Speaking to Ciara this morning was John Whelan, Member of Sentencing and Victim Equality Group, SAVE and John Lonergan, Former Mountjoy Governor.
Is the stag do an important rite of passage before a man enters marital bliss, or is the whole tradition just a nuisance? With cities like Amsterdam and Prague looking to crackdown on stag dos, is it time we did away with the ritual altogether? Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Joe O’Shea, Editor of Cork Beo.
We’re only a few days into summer and already a popular beach spot in Cork has been destroyed with rubbish. So how do we stop people from spoiling scenic spots and local outdoor amenities? Speaking to Shane this morning was Ian Davis, Pure Manager, Pure (Protecting Uplands & Rural Environments).
TV doctor Michael Mosley remains missing while disappearing while on a hike on the Greek island of Symi. We get the latest from Helena Smith is the Guardian’s Correspondent in Greece.
Today marks the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings which led to the liberation of Europe and the end of the Second World War. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with a fascinating story was Ted Sweeney, the son of Maureen Sweeney who gave D-Day the go-ahead from Blacksod Lighthouse in County Mayo.
Researchers have discovered a major cause of inflammatory bowel disease and have found that existing drugs could be used to treat the condition. The news could be a breakthrough for 40,000 people in Ireland living with Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, or other forms of IBD. We got more details from Dr Brendan O’Shea Kildare GP & assistant professor in public health and primary care at Trinity College Dublin.
Polling stations open across the country tomorrow morning for the local and European elections. Limerick will also vote on a directly elected mayor. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Ivan Yates, Former Fine Gael Minister and broadcaster, and Co Host of the weekly podcast “Path to Power”.
The consultation process on the first major revamp of the primary school curriculum in 25 years closes tomorrow. But are parents getting a big enough say in what we’re teaching their kids? We discuss with David Quinn, Columnist with the Sunday Independent and Head of the Iona Institute.
The world is likely to exceed the critical threshold of 1.5 degrees of warming in at least one of the next five years, according to the UN’s climate monitoring body. We speak to Minister for Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan.
The Department of Health is holding off developing a new national drugs strategy despite calls by the Citizens’ Assembly on Drugs Use for it to be published “as a matter of urgency”. Ciara discussed this with Labour Senator, Marie Sherlock, is a member of the newly formed Committee on Drug Use, which met for the first-time last week.
Should Dublin take inspiration from Copenhagen and look at setting up swap centres across the city for people to leave things they don’t need any more in a bid to reduce waste? One councillor who thinks so is Vincent Jackson, Local Election Candidate, Independent Councillor for Ballyfermot and he joined Ciara this morning.
Tom and Molly Martens, the father and daughter jailed for voluntary manslaughter of Limerick man Jason Corbett, are set to be released from prison today. Speaking to Shane this morning with more on this was Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent for the Irish Independent.
Irish TV host Laura Whitmore will make her return to the Irish stage alongside EastEnders actor Shona McGarty and The Tudors star Colin O'Donoghue when West End hit 2:22: A Ghost Story comes to Dublin at the end of this month. Laura spoke to Ciara ahead of the show.
A woman in her 20s has died following a dog attack in Limerick. We hear from Green Party Cllr and Limerick City East candidate Sean Hartigan.
The government’s current budgetary policy is not appropriate for the economy or the public finances. That’s according to a new report from the Fiscal Council, whose Acting Chair Michael McMahon spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Traffic is as good as back to pre-pandemic levels, and with more types of vehicles using them, our roads are rowdier than ever. But does more movement have to mean more aggression, or have we normalised rage on Irish roads? Newstalk Reporter Sarah Madden finds out.
A Government Digital Wallet, which could hold important documents like a birth certificate and driver's license, could be rolled out by the end of the year. That’s according to plans before cabinet today. Jenny Darmody, Editor of Silicon Republic brought us further details.
It’s a nervous morning in thousands of households across the country as the Leaving Cert gets under way. We speak to Carl O’Brien is Education Editor for The Irish Times.
The Junior and Leaving Cert exams begin tomorrow and due to the pandemic, we are in the unique situation that for some students, this will be the first time they have ever taken a state exam. Brian Mooney, Guidance Counsellor and Irish Times Columnist gave advice for students and parents alike.
Has the tide turned on how we view grey hair, or is there still a stigma attached to a head of silver locks? Speaking to Shane this morning was author and broadcaster Barbara Scully.
Seven out of ten primary schools have run at a deficit at some stage over the past 12 months according to a survey carried out by Catholic Primary School Management Association. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Seamus Mulconry, General Secretary of the Catholic Primary Schools Management Association.
Cigarette-style warnings should be placed on the packaging of ultra-processed foods. That’s the call from Gut Health Specialist Dr Annemarie Eustace-Ryan who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Ireland experienced 1,100 excess deaths during the pandemic years of 2020 and 2021. That’s according to a new report published today by the Society of Actuaries in Ireland. We get reaction to the findings by Linda Daly is a Spokesperson for the Society and a Senior Lecturer at University College Cork.
More than 80 people have now died on Irish roads so far this year, the worst record in a decade. We hear from Leo Leighio, Vice President of the Irish Road Victims Association.
Nigel Farage has announced he will stand as a candidate in next month's UK general election and will lead the Reform Party.
Is this likely to have an impact on the outcome? Speaking to Shane this morning was Lauren McEvatt, Former UK Government Special Advisor.
Dublin City Council has missed a trick by not planning anything special to welcome Taylor Swift fans ahead of her three Aviva Stadium shows at the end of the month. That’s according to Mannix Flynn, Independent Dublin City Councillor who told Ciara why this morning.
Love Island will be back on our screens on Monday. The eleventh series of the hit dating show has no Irish contestants in its official line up. But this could all change when a hot new bombshell enters the villa. Joining us this morning on the show was freelance presenter Meghann Scully, who was once considered for Love Island’s first ever season.
The first phase of a proof of concept for Body Worn Cameras for An Garda Síochána will take place today. We speak to An Taoiseach Simon Harris on this and more.
Separate inquests in Cork yesterday found two Irish women died as a result of weight loss surgery abroad in Turkey in 2021 and 2022.
Yet medical tourism has grown in popularity despite these glaring risks. We spoke to Helen Heneghan, consultant bariatric surgeon and Professor of Surgery at St Vincent’s University Hospital.
It will be all hands on deck for thousands of students across the country this bank holiday weekend, ahead of the Leaving and Junior Cert exams kicking off on Wednesday. But are last-minute studiers better off forgoing sleep in favour of hitting the books? We speak to Tom Coleman is a health scientist and sleep coach.
The first phase of a proof of concept for Body Worn Cameras for An Garda Síochána will take place today. It plans to deploy 600 cameras across the Dublin, Limerick and Waterford Divisions. Speaking to Ciara with reaction to this was Liam Herrick, Executive Director for the Irish Council for Civil Liberties.
Donald Trump, the former president of the United States, has been found guilty on 34 felony charges of falsifying business records. We get the latest from David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief of The Guardian.
Bord Bia Bloom kicks off today showcasing the best of Irish food, drinks and horticulture over the next five days It’s landscape architect David Gallagher’s third year designing a garden for the festival, and he joined us live from the Phoenix Park.
It’s estimated we waste about 750,000 tonnes of food each year in Ireland that's according to MyWaste who are urging consumers and businesses to use a brown bin, as National Food Waste Recycling Week is launched.We spoke to Tad Kirakowski , CEO of Voice Ireland.
Independent TD for Kerry, Michael Healy Rae has accused the Road Safety Authority of spending more on one TV ad than Kerry receives annually for road schemes. Michael spoke to Ciara this morning to discuss further.
The completion date for the new National Children’s Hospital will be further delayed, the Public Accounts Committee will hear today. Ahead of the meeting Shane spoke to Brian Stanley, Sinn Fein TD and Chair of Public Accounts Committee.
The world has “gone PC mad with men subjected to a severe safety net” that's according to Danni Levy, Editor of lads’ magazine “Loaded” who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
There are more than 1,400 schools now availing of the Hot School Meals Programme. Since the expansion of the scheme last month an additional 150,000 children are receiving a hot lunch. However, critics say there are big variations when it comes to the quality of the food. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been to visit one of the latest schools to join the Scheme, to hear how it’s working out.
The Joint Committee on Public Petitions will meet today to discuss the potential of creating a greenway on the closed railway from Sligo to Athenry. Is this a good idea or should we be putting trains back on railway lines, rather than bikes? To discuss Shane was joined on the show by Cllr Marie Casserly, Independent Councillor and local election candidate for Sligo-Drumcliff and also Michael O’Dea, Chairman of the Sligo branch of the Irish Farmers Association.
Fierce street fighting and Israeli bombardment continue in Rafah a day after tanks rolled into the centre of the southern Gaza city sheltering hundreds of thousands of civilians. We speak to Alistair Bunkall, Sky’s Middle East News Correspondent.
Primary school children usually feel happy and safe, but their positive emotions about themselves tend to decrease as they get older, a new study has found. To explain more about this we heard from Leslie Shoemaker, Counselling Psychologist and lecturer in TU Dublin.
It is understood that Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly will give the commitment today for 1,500 new beds to be introduced between 2025 and 2028. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr. Peadar Gilligan, Member of the Irish Medical Organisation Consultant Committee.
Israeli forces have reportedly reached the centre of the southern Gazan city of Rafah, and seized a strategically important area overlooking the nearby border with Egypt. We get the latest from Alistair Bunkall, Sky’s Middle East News Correspondent.
There’s nothing bad about being a boymum, despite how they’re portrayed on social media, women who have sons should not be treated as second class mothers. That’s the claim of New York Times writer and Author of Boy Mom, Ruth Whippman who spoke to Shane this morning.
Is Ireland’s policy for defence working? One opinion is that Ireland is totally defenceless, unable to protect critical infrastructure or even pretend to secure its own borders. That’s according to Eoin Drea, Senior research officer at the Wilfried Martens Centre for European Studies who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Climate Change Advisory Council is urging Government to take immediate action to implement sustainable construction methods to reduce emissions in the sector. Speaking to Ciara this morning was it's Chair Marie Donnelly.
Thirteen-year-olds have better relationships with their parents, but fewer friends than they did a decade ago, according to a report released by the ESRI this morning. We get reaction to these findings with Brendan Kelly Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin.
Most of us will be heading to a beauty spot this summer, but are we treating the great outdoors with the respect it deserves? The 2024 Love this Place campaign has launched today and is asking the public to respect Ireland’s outdoor spaces. We spoke to Maura Kiely, CEO of Leave No Trace Ireland.
Ireland is on course to fall short of its carbon emissions targets – That's according to The Environmental Protection Agency’s latest findings. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Mary Frances Rochford, spokesperson for the EPA.
Gordon Ramsay's flagship Chelsea restaurant has reminded patrons of the dress code on its website: “Feel free to express your style, but please avoid shorts, tracksuits, and hoodies." Should restaurants always have a dress code? We asked Noel Cunningham, TV Personality and ambassador to Harvey's Point Hotel Donegal.
Finance Minister Michael McGrath hosted the National Economic Dialogue yesterday. Minister McGrath joined Shane this morning on the show and was asked will we see another big giveaway budget?
1,224 vacant or derelict properties have been approved under The Urban Regeneration and Development Fund. That's according to an update that will be brought to cabinet later today. We speak to Claire McManus, Director of JFOC Architects and Housing Spokesperson for the Royal Institute of Architects.
Is it time for the GAA to introduce VAR the video assistant referee to help settle match disputes? Speaking to Shane this morning was Brian Gavin, former all-Ireland referee, and Liam O’Neill, former GAA President.
Ireland will recognise the State of Palestine, effective today. For reaction to this, Clare spoke to Dr Jilan Abdalmajid, Palestinian Ambassador to Ireland.
Lack of action on water charges seven years after special committee is ‘beyond disappointing’. That’s the view of Former Independent Senator Pádraig Ó Céidigh who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning
An Israeli Airstrike on Rafah has reportedly killed 35 people. This comes as Hamas launched rocket attacks towards Tel Aviv for the first time in months Speaking to Shane this morning on the show was Sean Bell, Retired former fighter Pilot, current Defence Consultant and Co-Host of the Red Matrix podcast and also Bushra Khalid, Oxfam OPT Country Office Lead in Jerusalem.
If you’re a Facebook or Instagram user, you may have noticed posts in recent days claiming that the parent company Meta is using your photos to train its AI models. Is this true and should we be concerned? For more on this we heard from Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly.With thanks to Bird & Bird.
Taoiseach Simon Harris will signal today that cost-of-living measures need to be an intrinsic part of Budget 2025. He will make the announcement at the National Economic Dialogue conference this morning, saying he believes Ireland's strong economic performance has yet to translate into tangible benefits for some people. What meaningful difference could the budget make to the cost-of-living crisis? Speaking to Jonathan this morning was Cormac Lucey Economist Columnist with Sunday times Ireland and independent local election candidate in Blackrock.
Fianna Fáil and the Green Party are seeking to improve the DiscoverEU pass, offering a free interrail ticket for all 18-year-olds on an annual basis. Should all 18-year-olds be given a free interrailing pass? We asked Sinead Kennedy, Author and Travel Writer.
A new scientific review has found that a third of women who give birth in a year struggle with long-term health complications – that’s at least 40 million women globally. Should postnatal care be extended in Ireland? We discuss with Professor Maeve Eogan, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Rotunda Hospital.
Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan will today launch new measures for the delivery of the electric vehicle charging network across Ireland. We speak to Brian Caulfield, Associate Professor School of Engineering at Trinity College Dublin.
Eight passengers were taken to hospital after a flight from Doha to Dublin experienced turbulence. Are we seeing an increase in turbulence on flights?Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Media relations Manager with the DAA Graeme McQueen.
A recent report suggesting that a United Ireland would cost 400 billion euro is ‘widely inaccurate’ according to DCU’s Vice President of Research, John Doyle. We discuss with Edgar Morgenroth, Economics Professor at DCU who co-authored the original report.
Laptop squatters are the scurge of cafe culture - or at least that's what anti-screen policies in Europe would have you believe. So should Irish cafe's follow suit and ban the use of laptops on their premises, or is working-from-cafe good for workers and businesses too? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports.
Transport Minister, Eamon Ryan will today announce A landmark €50m contract for the design of eight Cork commuter rail stations later today. We got the details from Jane Cregan, Deputy Corporate Communications Manager, Irish Rail.
The Association of Higher and Civil Public Servants is calling for stronger policy around the Right to Disconnect, as 83% of members who responded to their survey reported to receive emails and text messages outside of working hours. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Ciaran Rohan is General Secretary of the Association of Higher Civil and Public Servants.
Whether it’s to avoid partners who steal the covers and toss and turn all night, or those who snoring, new research reveals more than one-third of people say they occasionally or consistently sleep in another room than their partner. Can this make or break your relationship? We discussed this with Dr. Neil Stanley, Coauthor of A Sleep Divorce: How to Sleep Apart, Not Fall Apart.
Plans to expand Dublin Airport have been met with resistance by climate groups. It’s reported that if the expansion went ahead, it would increase emissions by 750 thousand Tonnes. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Louise O’ Leary, Spokesperson, One Future Dublin Bay South who is protesting this issue tomorrow.
More and more stories continue to come out about University Hospital Limerick as the HSE is set to review the care of a man who died from sepsis late last year. This comes as figures released yesterday show that Almost 240 people have died on trollies there the last five years So, what needs to be done? We spoke to Sinn Féin Senator and MEP Candidate for Ireland South Paul Gavan.
Fianna Fail Senator, Malcolm Byrne has reiterated calls for Justice Minister Helen McEntee to proceed with the Bill to Prevent Protests Outside Private Residences. We speak to Malcolm to discuss further.
A recent study has found that dance is an extremely effective treatment for depression. With Ireland in the midst of a mental health crisis, could dancing could be the solution. Dr. Peter Lovatt, AKA. Dr. Dance, Director of Dance Psychology at Movement in Practice explained why to Ciara.
UK prime minister Rishi Sunak has stunned Westminster by calling a snap election for July 4th, four months earlier than had been predicted. We get reaction from Dominic Grieve, Former UK Attorney General and Conservative MP.
Ciara was joined this morning on the show by Education Minister Norma Foley as the battle on banning smartphone for kids rumbles on.
Ireland, Norway and Spain recognise Palestine as independent state – what does this mean for diplomatic relations? As President Joe Biden has opposed 'unilateral recognition' of Palestine.Ciara was joined on the show this morning by Gershon Baskin, Middle East director of the International Communities Organisation.
Denmark is considered the “good faith capital of the world,” with political scientist Gert Tingaard Svendsen claiming trust is the key to why Denmark is so wealthy and successful as a society. How does Ireland compare- are we a trusting society? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was freelance journalist Niamh O’Reilly.
Single use plastics have been banned in the EU since 2021, but three years since the introduction of the law, 45% of businesses report they are still offering at least one of the banned items for sale or use. Joining Ciara this morning was Will Mitchell, spokesperson for MyWaste.ie.
Mick Mulvaney, former Chief of Staff for Donald Trump and Chair of Actum Global Consultants, shared his reaction on Ireland's recognition of Palestine during an interview with Kieran Cuddihy on The Hard Shoulder yesterday. We ask this morning Could Ireland’s relationship with America be tarnished for recognising Palestine? Joining Ciara to discuss was Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
Alcohol and socialising seem to be intrinsically linked in this country. So how can we give up drink but still maintain our social life? We ask writer and broadcaster Keith Walsh.
Ireland will join Norway and Spain in formally recognising the state of Palestine. Eamon Ryan, Green Party leader and Minister for the Environment, Climate, Communications and Transport, joined us to explain why the government has taken this decision.
Storm rainfall in Ireland and UK has been made 20% more intense by human-caused climate change – that’s according to a new study from the World Weather Attribution. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was John Sweeney, Climatologist and Professor Emeritus at Maynooth University.
The Israeli foreign ministry posted a video that warned if the Irish government recognise the State of Palestine, it will be encourage terrorism and become “a pawn in the hands of Hamas” Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with reaction was Oliver Sears, Founder of Holocaust Awareness Ireland and Cathal Berry Independent TD.
People before Profit are calling for price caps on essential food such as milk and bread. Could this be the solution to tackling the cost-of-living crisis for households struggling to make ends meet? Shane was joined on the show this morning by Dublin South-Central People Before Profit TD and Dublin MEP candidate Bríd Smith and Cormac Lucey, Economics Columnist with Sunday times and independent local election candidate for Dun Laoghaire Council.
Weddings are back to pre-pandemic numbers and beyond, but with cost risings and guests expecting ever more .Can you cut numbers without cutting yourself off socially? Sarah Madden reports.
One-in-five voters have changed their ballot choices based on social media posts. That’s according to a new survey from Pure Telecom. Speaking to Jonathan this morning with more on this was Stephen O'Leary, Founder of Olytico.
Should your pet go vegan to reduce its carbon footprint? Sadbh O'Neill, climate researcher and lecturer wrote about this very topic in the Irish Times this morning.
Today is international tea day. Why is the drink is so deeply ingrained in our national identity? To tell us why Jonathan spoke to Dr Sharon Hall, Chief Executive from the UK Tea and Infusions association.
Workers that earn between 30,000 to 40,000 euro per Annum experience little of the budget gains each year and this is widening an income division in Ireland. That's according to Social Justice Ireland, and we spoke to research and policy analyst Michelle Murphy.
“I’m sick of hearing the phrase ‘known to gardaí’ used as a dog-whistle".]So wrote Estelle Birdy, Author and journalist who joined Jonathan this morning on the show.
A New “Fit 4 Life” pressure group has been formed to lobby Government for tax breaks for gym membership. We discuss this with Irish Physical Activity Alliance Chairperson, Darina Dunne.
There exists a climate of uncertainty and instability for many children in Ireland. That’s according to 2023’s annual report from the Ombudsman for Children’s Office. We speak to Dr Niall Muldoon is Ombudsman for Children.
US President Joe Biden has denounced an "outrageous" application by the International Criminal Court's prosecutor for an arrest warrant for Israel's prime minister and defense minister. We discuss with Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin.
Children aged under 16 are banned from using electric scooters in public spaces from this morning.. That’s just one of a number of regulations coming into force around the use of e-scooters. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Sam Waide, CEO of the Road Safety Authority.
Parents, campaigners, and politicians have been calling for extra time to be given to pupils with dyslexia while sitting their exams. However, the State Examinations Commission said this would create an unfair advantage. Speaking to Ciara this morning to discuss further Rosie Bissett, CEO, Dyslexia Association of Ireland..
The Department of Housing has been accused of “sitting on” an explosive report into the alleged role of Dublin City Council in facilitating “protection payments” to criminals. Damian O'Farrell, Independent Dublin Councillor, talks us through what happened on last Friday.
Irish business representative group IBEC has called for Dublin City Council to pause the new city centre traffic plans to allow for an urgent examination on how these proposals will work. Are businesses right to be concerned? To discuss further Shane spoke to Aidan Sweeney, Head of Infrastructure and environmental sustainability with IBEC..
An Taoiseach Simon Harris insisted over the weekend that Ireland’s position in recognising Palestinian statehood will come into effect by the end of the month. What will this signal to the world? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Daniel Epstein O’Dowd, Spokesperson for the Ireland Israel Alliance.
Rental prices rose by over 7% year on year outside of the capital. That’s according to Daft.ie's latest Rent Price Report We speak to Ronan Lyons, Economist at Trinity College Dublin & author of The Daft.ie
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has died after the helicopter he was travelling on crashed in a mountainous area in the northwest of Iran. Hannah McCarthy, Journalist in Israel brought us the latest.
Few non Irish companies have invested more in this country than Intel. Only last October it opened its latest and most modern fabrication unit in Leixlip at a total cost of $17bn. Only last week it emerged that Intel was looking to invest a further $11bn here. Now it wants to help the rest of us to give back to our communities by matching voluntary work by paying $10 for every hour donated by volunteers at sports clubs and civil society associations to a total of $1.4m Joining Joe in studio was Sarah Sexton is the Director of Public Affairs at Intel Ireland.
Happy Birthday to Brown Thomas! Today the iconic Grafton Street store will celebrate its 175th anniversary celebration. Noel Cunningham, Ambassador for Harvey's Point Donegal joined us on the show to chat about this iconic store.
Later this year, the Government plans to put your driving licence on your phone. But should we be concerned about this move? We discuss this with Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor, Irish Independent.
Today marks 50 years since the Dublin-Monaghan Bombing that claimed the lives of 34 people, including one unborn baby. We speak to Former Taoiseach, Bertie Ahern.
Taoiseach Simon Harris recently asked The Low Pay Commission not look at the minimum wage “in isolation” when making its recommendation in July. Is this signaling a government U-Turn in delivering its promised national living wage? Joining Shane to discuss Owen Reidy, General Secretary of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions and Tony Foley, Emeritus Associate Professor of Economics with the DCU Business School.
Asylum seekers are to be housed in tents at Thornton Hall “in the near future”, the Department of Integration has said. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss was Niall Boylan, Independent Ireland Candidate for the European election in the Dublin constituency and Alan Farrell, Chair of the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party.
The GAA has launched a match ticket assistant helpline for those having difficulty buying tickets using their online system. Is this enough, or is it time to start accepting cash at the turnstiles again? We discussed with Cllr Sarah O’ Reilly is an Aontú local election candidate for Cavan County Council.
A public consultation has been launched to help inform the expansion of the role of pharmacists that could allow for prescribing medications for certain uncomplicated common conditions. We discussed with Rebecca Barry of Care Plus Pharmacy in Adare.
Young people’s worries about climate change don’t necessarily result in an increase in willingness to engage in climate action. That’s according to a new study published this morning by the ESRI. So what should be done to get young people to go green? We asked Anjelica Foley, Activist with Fridays for Future.
In recent days people have been up in arms about the antics taking place at the Dublin/ New York Portal. But are we taking it all a bit too seriously? We asked Emma Nolan, Dublin Audience Editor, Irish Independent.
‘Every child in the State should have the opportunity to be educated through Irish,’ That’s the call from Eóin MacMaoilir Chairperson of Gaelscoil Shliabh Rua and a member of the Gaelcholáiste4Cherrywood campaign and Eóin spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Public sector workers will today call for an increase in starting salaries amid claims that pay for new entrants is far too low. We speak to Kevin Callinan, General secretary Fórsa.
A new study has found that financial incentives helped men living with obesity to lose weight. The trial found men who were offered cash for hitting weight-loss targets lost more weight than those not given a financial incentive. We discuss with Sarah Keogh, Dietitian at Eatwell.ie.
With over 1,500 dog attacks reported to Gardai nationwide in the last two years, gardai and local authorities in Limerick have responded with a campaign urging owners to keep their dogs under control in public spaces. But is this response getting to the real cause of the issue? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this was Donal Ryan, vet and owner of City Vet in Limerick City.
The number of beaches with poor bathing water quality increased from three to five. That's according to 2023’s Water Quality report from the Environment Protection Agency. We speak to Mary Gurrie, Programme Manager at the EPA joins.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is no longer in life-threatening condition after he was shot and wounded in an attempted assassination. We get the latest from Pavel Vrbičan, News Editor of Radio Expres in Slovakia.
Tánaiste Micheál Martin joined Ciara live in studio to discuss migrant accommodation, tensions in the Middle East and abuse against politicians.
Energy prices are set to fall in the months ahead, but why does Ireland remain one of the most expensive countries in Europe for electricity? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this was David Kerr, founder of Bonkers.ie.
Two thirds of secondary school students say their parents put no limits on smartphone use. That’s according to a new survey published this morning.
We discuss the findings with Luke Saunders is co-founder of Studyclix and former teacher, who conducted the survey and Dr Richard Hogan, Family Psychotherapist and Author of ‘Home Is Where The Start Is.’
The Green party is seeking to amend legislation which would see wait access times for divorce reduced to six months. Speaking to Ciara this morning on the show was Green Party TD & Justice Spokesperson, Patrick Costello & Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, of the Waterford and Lismore Diocese.
Sleeping in past noon and binge-watching Netflix are part and parcel of teenager’s summer. But should we expect our teenagers to manage their days better and help with household chores? We asked Iseult White, Psychotherapist and Author.
With elections looming, are we overlooking the voting rights of Irish emigrants? Current regulations mean Irish not planning to return home within 18 months are ineligible to vote- is this too restrictive? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Emma De Souza, Writer and Political Commentator
and also Dr Elaine Callinan, lecturer in Modern Irish History at Carlow College, St Patricks.
The Labour Party is calling for the government to address the state of the nation's roads, claiming that motorists across the country are facing crumbling, unrepaired surfaces. With more on this Ciara was joined on the Deputy Sean Sherlock, Labour TD for Cork East.
Michael Flatley who modernised Irish dancing at Eurovision 30 years ago with Riverdance, has just launched a new whiskey called Flatley Whiskey 'The Dreamer'. Henry McKean sat down with him at the Mansion House at a special party to honour him.
A trial set to revolutionise medical practice has found that weight loss jabs like Ozempic could cut heart disease deaths by 20%. Joining Ciara this morning on the show was Professor Donal O’Shea, HSE Lead for Obesity.
Technical changes will be made to the new portal instillation within the next 24 hours due to inappropriate behaviour, according to Dublin City Council. We speak to Janet Horner is a Green Party Councillor for North Inner City Dublin.
In recent weeks cyclists in Cork’s Kent station have been told they can’t bring their bikes onboard trains during peak times. The decision has been met with dismay by cycling advocates. We get reaction to this from Stephan Koch, Spokesperson for Cork Cycling Campaign, Chair of the Transport and Mobility Forum, Cork and UCC Commuter Plan Manager.
Almost four in ten publicans are considering retirement. That’s according to a new survey from The Vintners Federation of Ireland, whose AGM takes place later this morning. We spoke to their CEO Pat Crotty.
Donald Trump’s former lawyer, Michael Cohen has begun his testimony in the high-profile hush-money trial. David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief of The Guardian told us the standout moments.
The battle against misinformation online continues and social media company TikTok says it will now add labels to content to help inform its users. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brings us more detail on this.With thanks to Bird & Bird
“Urgent action is required from Government if Ireland is to meet its 2030 electricity capacity targets”. That's the call from The Climate Change Advisory Council today and its Chair, Marie Donnell who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Organisers of the upcoming Paris Olympics have announced 60% of the food served to the public will be meat-free in a bid to reduce the event’s carbon footprint. Should we introduce a quota that makes all menus provide a plant-based option to help the environment? We discuss with Ciara Brennan, vegan and owner of the Happy Food at Home and Sean Lavery, Chair of the Limerick branch of the Irish Farmer’s Association.
A memo will be brought to cabinet on Tuesday which could see further cuts to migrant’s payments. In March payments to Ukrainian refugees were cut from €220 per week to €38.80. To discuss further Ciara spoke to Fine Gael TD for Kildare, Bernard Durkan.
Becoming a parent brings enormous responsibility and a new sense of identity, but does it also bring a sense of loneliness? As early year staples like play dates end and your child becomes more independent, what can be done to offset the feeling of no longer being needed? To discuss further we spoke to Leslie Shoemaker is a counselling psychologist and lecturer in TU Dublin.
A councillor and her husband are still recovering after being violently attacked last week whilst hanging election posters. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Tania Doyle, Independent candidate running for Ongar on Fingal County council.
Ireland could need up to 80,000 new homes a year between now and 2050, according to an unpublished report seen by the Business Post. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Marian Finnegan, Managing Director of Sherry Fitzgerald.
With Bambi Thug through to tomorrow’s Eurovision Final in Malmo, how is Ireland set to fare on Saturday? Paul Harrington of The Lyrics The Thing on The Pat Kenny Show who will announce the Irish jury votes on Saturday night spoke to Ciara this morning.
Speed limits should be cut to 30km/h in towns across the country. That’s the call from the Green Party in its local election manifesto. We spoke to Mairéad Forsythe Spokesperson for Love 30 to discuss further.
GAA President Jarlath Burns has been invited before the Seanad to discuss the on-going row over the streaming service GAAGO. The invite comes as for the second consecutive weekend, no hurling championship games will be broadcast free to air. We speak to Sean Kelly, Former GAA President, Fine Gael MEP and candidate for Ireland South in the upcoming European elections.
Minister for Housing Darragh O'Brien spoke to us about housing, immigration and the Dublin city taskforce
Its barbecue weather! Today is expected to be the hottest day of the year with temperatures of up to 22 degrees forecasted So, what are the best recipes to make the most of the sunshine? Louise Lennox, Chef & Children’s Fussy Eating Expert give us some great recipes.
One in three Irish adults believe the personal injuries claims process is unfair because of the number of fraudulent claims and excessive compensation amounts. That’s according to a new public opinion poll carried out for the Injuries Resolution Board. We get reaction to these findings with Brian Hanley, CEO of Alliance for Insurance Reform.
Tents have now sprung up in Ringsend and East Wall hours after asylum-seekers were moved from Grand Canal yesterday. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Eugene Quinn, National Director of the Jesuit Refugee Service, Ireland.
People do not yet understand how what they choose to eat affects climate change that’s according to a new report out today from the ESRI. We get reaction to these findings with Professor of Environmental Policy at University College Dublin & Member of the Climate Advisory Council, Cara Augustenborg.
Record-breaking woodlice have scientists rethinking their role in conservation. We get more on this with Eanna Ní Lamhna , Wildlife expert and author of Children's book “Wonders Of The Wild”.
Nurses and midwives are concerned patient safety is being negatively impacted by staffing shortfalls, according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation’s Work and Wellbeing Survey. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Tony Fitzpatrick, Director of Professional Services with the INMO.
People Before Profit MEP candidate Bríd Smith TD has written to Ceann Comhairle requesting the Palestine flag be flown at Leinster House on Nakba Day next Wednesday. It comes after a number of other EU member states are considering 21 May as the date on which they will jointly recognise the State of Palestine. To discuss Shane was joined on the show by Brid and also Oliver Sears, Founder of Holocaust Awareness Ireland.
An Operation to remove tents from Grand Canal is under way this morning. Our reporter Stephanie Rohan was at the scene and also talking to Newstalk Breakfast was Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senator and Co-chair of the Oireachtas Justice Committee and Michael McNamara, Independent TD for Clare.
Lowering the voting age to 16 is a “discussion worth having”, Education Minister Norma Foley has said. We discuss with Cailum Hedderman, Social Activist.
Some 45% of septic tanks failed inspections last year. The EPA is warning that failure to fix faulty septic tanks is a risk to human health and the environment. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Noel Byrne, Programme Manager in the Waste Water Enforcement area of the EPA’s Office of Environmental Enforcement.
25% of children in 2023 raked in more than €800 for their Holy Communion. Is it right to give children so much money? We discussed with Rachel O’ Dwyer, writer and a lecturer in Digital Cultures in the National College of Art and Design, Dublin.
Adult Film Star Stormy Daniels took to the stand in Donald Trump’s Hush Money Trial. Harriet Alexander, US Based Journalist gave us the details
There has been a 12% increase in the number of hate crimes and hate related incidents reported to An Garda Síochána in 2023 in comparison to 2022 With the most prevalent discriminatory motive being anti-race. We speak to Dr Ebun Joseph, Founder of the Institute of Antiracism and of Black Studies in Dublin.
Just 48% of people in Ireland believe the EU is moving in the right direction. That’s according to new research published this morning, which also found an overwhelming majority of people both North and South believe Ireland should remain a member of the European Union. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Ray Bassett, Former Senior Irish Diplomat and Fergus Finlay, Irish Examiner Columnist.
Payments made to former RTÉ presenter Ryan Tubridy had “no valid basis” to be paid through barter accounts. That’s one of the findings of three reports examining governance, human resources and finances at RTÉ, which have now been published after being considered by the Cabinet. Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent, ran us through the key details. We also got reaction from Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic.
Henry McKean joins us live from the Eurovision in Malmo where Bambie Thug has brought Ireland to the finals!
UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres has called on Israel to stop escalation of tanks into Rafah saying a full invasion would be a ‘humanitarian nightmare’ Alistair Bunkall, Sky Middle East News Correspondent gave us an update.
Sinn Fein claim they are the only party that has a plan to deliver homes that workers and families can afford. Today they are tabling a motion that plans to deliver homes at prices under €300,000 in their Affordable Housing Schemes. Speaking to Shane this morning was Sinn Fein Housing Spokesperson, Deputy Eoin O’Broin.
The Cabinet is expected to approve the establishment of a new taskforce charged with rejuvenating Dublin City centre when it meets at Government Buildings. What changes will this taskforce hope to bring? We speak to Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town.
More accommodation is expected to become available this week to assist asylum seekers who currently do not have a place to stay. This comes as about 70 tents have been pitched along the Grand Canal bank in Dublin, not far from the International Protection Office. Speaking to Shane this morning was Peadar Toibín, Aontú leader.
A significant minority of Irish people say they believe in conspiracy theories about a secret world government and scientists deceiving the public. So found new research carried out for the Electoral Commission. Dr Ruth Freeman Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss further.
‘If we don't want loneliness to grow in society, we all have to take the chance of saying hello and being blanked and perhaps it has to be the older generation who needs to show the way and model behaviour.’ So says Writer, Nuala Woulfe who’s determined to keep the ‘Irish Hello’ and Nuala joined Ciara on the show.
Three reports offering recommendations for changes at RTE are set to be published this week and brought before cabinet. One of those recommendations is a “hybrid model” which will see RTE funded by a reduced and reformed licence fee with a top-up from an exchequer-funded media fund. We get reaction from Larry Bass, CEO of ShinAwiL.
Gardaí conducting a murder investigation into a shooting in Drimnagh have arrested three men and seized a number of vehicles. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Irish Times Crime & Security Editor, Conor Lally.
A pub in Phibsborough has offered free pints to Leinster fans tomorrow, with one caveat only if they arrive with a Brown Thomas bag. Chris Raymond, Head of Marketing for Body Tonic, which owns The Back Page Pub told us about their offer.
Many secondary schools were forced to rely on parental contributions and charges to avoid running deficits last year that's according to an analysis of schools’ end-of-year accounts. The Joint managerial board has called this reliance degrading” for schools and families. We get reaction from Paul Crone, Director of The National Association of Principals and Deputies.
Ireland has a ‘disposable attitude to waste’ so says Claire Byrne, Green Party Councillor for Dublin Southeast Inner City who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A number of studies have shown more people are experiencing sleep disorders in recent years. Some academics put it down to stress, others believe an increase in anxiety among children is disrupting their sleep. We sent our reporter, Josh Crosbie, to examine the impact of sleepwalking.
Water Safety Ireland, the Irish Coast Guard and the RNLI are jointly appealing to people to be safe when planning an activity on or near the water this bank holiday weekend. Shane spoke to Roger Sweeney, Deputy CEO of Water Safety Ireland.
So far, the results have proven to be disappointing for the Conservatives in the local elections across the UK. Speaking to Ciara with more on this was Former Political Editor of the Times of London, Phillip Webster.
Protesters, Singers, musicians, artists and activists from the Irish Boycott Eurovision 2024 Coalition will gather outside RTÉ studios today to call for Ireland to boycott the Eurovision. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Zoe Lawlor, Chairperson of the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign and member of the Irish Boycott the Eurovision 2024 Coalition and also Keith Mills, Current Affairs Commentator and a Lifelong Eurovision Fan.
Is it time to allow Rugby fans to drink alcohol in Croke Park? We discussed with Audience Editor of the Independent Danny Ruddock.
The Road Safety Authority is appealing to road users to consider the devastating consequences of dangerous driving habits in its new campaign “Time to Talk” To explain the new campaign was Minister of State with Special Responsibilities for Road Safety, Jack Chambers.
Journalist, Beth Ashely says that women should reclaiming the word ‘slut’ and she explained why to Shane this morning on the show.
The government needs concrete plans for the development of floating wind energy in Ireland’s deeper waters .That’s the call from Wind Energy Ireland ahead of a two-day offshore conference beginning this morning and their CEO Noel Cunniffe spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
For the first time since 1999, No Irish stock market-listed company has a female CEO. Mary McAuliffe Director of the Gender Studies Programme at UCD joined Ciara this morning with her reaction.
Voters across England and Wales are set to go to the polls today, in what will be the largest test of electoral opinion before the next general election. Speaking to Shane with more on this was Lauren McEvatt, Former UK Government Special Advisor.
Today marks the beginning of ‘No Mow May’, a national effort to make space for nature in gardens across the country. We speak to Monica Alvarez is a judge on RTÉ’s Dulux Supergarden.
Retailers should be forced to warn shoppers about shrinkflation on shelves, says Consumers’ Association of Ireland. We get more on this with Charlie Weston, Personal Finances Editor with the Independent.
There was a record 7% decrease in energy-related emissions in 2023 that’s according to new data from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland. We get the details from Margie McCarthy their Director of Research and Policy insights.
The new EU migration pact should be put to the people in a referendum. That’s the call in a new motion from the rural Independents group up for discussion in the Dáil today. To discuss further we heard from Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae and also People Before Profit TD Brid Smith.
The Welsh Parliament is hoping to become the first country in the world to make lying by politicians a criminal offence. Leading this change is Adam Price, Member of the Senedd and Adam spoke to Ciara this morning.
An Irish man took to Reddit to share his recent experiences of complaining about poor service and encouraging others to do the same even if it’s “not the Irish thing to do”. We asked Dr Richard Hogan, Family Psychotherapist and author is it an Irish thing not to complain?
Higher housing supply will reduce the pressure on household sizes that's according to a new report from the ESRI. Conor O’Toole, Associate Research Professor at the Economic and Social Research Institute brought us the details.
Sinn Fein are calling for the government to scrap planned price hikes on fuel. Speaking to Ciara on the show this morning to discuss was Deputy Leader of Sinn Fein & Party Spokesperson on Finance Pearse Doherty.
The public and businesses have been warned to be vigilant of seagulls as the birds’ nesting season approaches. We get more details from
Colm Moore Area Technical Manager for Rentokil.
Plans to scrap Ireland’s long standing “triple lock” will begin today. Tanaiste and Defence Minister, Michael Martin, is looking to draft a bill which changes how Defence Forces are sent on peacekeeping missions overseas. Speaking to Shane this morning was Mark Price Co-Chair of the Irish Anti War Movement and Co-founder member of the Irish Neutrality League.
The Irish Examiner reporting this morning a memo proposing to raise the legal age for buying cigarettes and tobacco from 18 to 21 is set to come before Cabinet within weeks. We asked John Crowne, Consultant oncologist at St Vincent's University Hospital Group is this a good move?
Rishi Sunak has stated that he’s "not interested" in pursuing a deal with the Irish Government. This comes as Minister for Justice Helen McEntee is set to bring Emergency legislation to Cabinet today that would send asylum seekers back to UK. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Matthew Parris, Columnist with The Times and Former Conservative MP Professor Siobhan Mulally, Director of the Irish Centre for Human Rights and UN Special Rapporteur for Trafficking of the Persons.
Secondary School Students, regardless of attending single-sex or coeducational schools, favour coeducational settings that's according to new research from the Economic and Social Research Institute. We get reaction from Jennifer Horgan, Secondary school teacher and Irish examiner columnist.
An issue that parents around the country may be faced with.... Your son or daughter gets into a relationship, but you do not like their partner – how do you navigate that? We asked Leslie Shoemaker, Counselling Psychologist and Lecturer in TU Dublin for people in this situation what is the answer?
Climate change is responsible for an earlier, longer and more intense pollen allergy season in Ireland. That’s the warning from Irish pharmacists this morning. Illona Duffy, Monaghan based GP explained more to Ciara this morning.
US Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken has urged Hamas to accept an ‘extraordinarily generous’ Israeli ceasefire deal. For more on this, Shane was joined on the show by Alistair Bunkall, Sky Middle East News Correspondent.
Parents have been warned to expect high prices for sending children to summer camps during the school holidays and are being advised to plan ahead. We hear from Jen Hogan, Irish Times Columnist.
Many of you may have received notice from your mobile network that your phone bill is going up this month. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us this morning with details on why the bills have gone up and where you can go to for better value.All with thanks to Bird & Bird.
Trade Unionism should be taught in primary schools. That’s the call this morning from the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation. Deirdre O’Connor is their Deputy General Secretary and joined Ciara this morning on the show to discuss this further.
A scheduled meeting between Minister for Justice Helen McEntee and her UK counterpart James Cleverly was postponed at the last minute late on Sunday evening. The meeting was due to take place over the flow of migrants across the border. To discuss further Shane was joined on the show by Jim O’Callaghan, Fianna Fail Spokesperson for Justice and TD for Dublin Bay South and also Donnchadh O’Laoghaire, Sinn Fein’s spokesperson on Social Protection.
Rental supply will be further constricted if we don’t discontinue Rent Pressure Zones and indefinite tenancies. That’s the warning this morning from The Irish Property Owners’ Association. We discuss with Pat Davitt, CEO of the Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers and also Rory Hearne, Lecturer in Social Policy at Maynooth University and Social Democrats candidate for Europe in the Midlands/Northwest constituency.
The number of claims relating to accidents caused by uninsured vehicles grew by 11% in 2023.That’s according to new figures published by the Motor Insurers’ Bureau of Ireland. We get reaction to these figures with Conor Faughnan, Transport Consultant and CEO of the Royal Irish Automobile Club.
Hotels have said there has been a 50% decline in domestic summer bookings of since the pandemic peak. But why are we seeing the sun set on Irish staycations? We asked Megan Virgo, Freelance Travel Writer for the Irish Daily Mail.
A Hamas delegation will travel to Cairo today to deliver its response to Israel's latest ceasefire proposal this comes after Israeli air strikes on three houses in Rafah killed 13 people and wounded many others. We get the details from Sean Bell, Former Fighter Pilot, Military Analyst and Co-Host of the Red Matrix Podcast.
'Extreme ‘beauty’ treatments are now the norm and destroying our perception of ageing’. That’s the view of Mary McCarthy, Irish Independent columnist who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Following four days of harrowing evidence at Aoife Johnston’s inquest, the Limerick Coroner, John McNamara, returned a verdict of medical misadventure in her death from meningitis after she contracted sepsis. Stephen McMahon, Chairperson of the Irish Patients Association gave his reaction to the verdict to Newstalk Breakfast.
Justice Minister Helen McEntee will meet the British home secretary as early as next week to discuss the phenomenon of people claiming asylum in Ireland having crossed the border from the North. Minister McEntee spoke to Johnathan this morning on the show.
"Everyone laughed at Hitler in the 1920s. A century on, are we making the same mistake?" That’s the question posed by Broadcaster, Writer and Guardian columnist Adrian Chiles. Shane asked Adrian what prompted him to write the piece.
Whether she's going for a hot girl run, a slow girl run or even a lazy girl run there's no denying that young women are taking to the roads like never before. But what's behind the #girlrun trend and is the online mode actually translating into IRL miles? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports.
Funding of over €5.6 million has been announced for regional airports in Donegal, Kerry, and Mayo. We get reaction from Pádraig Ó Céidigh, Founder of Aer Lingus Regional & Former Chair of Shannon Group.
What might a Net Zero Future look like? That’s the subject up for discussion at a conference taking place today at Dublin’s Royal Convention Centre. Speaking to Shane this morning was one of the speakers attending that conference Michael Liebreich, Investor, Analyst and Commentor on the net zero transition.
The French civil aviation authority has warned of major flight disruptions at French airports from today tied to the threat of an air traffic controllers strike. We get the latest on the situation in France with Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air and Travel Magazine.
Today is Poetry Day Ireland. Why is it so important we celebrate poetry today, and what does poetry mean to modern society? We asked Gabriel Fitzmaurice, renowned poet and writer.
The government should take immediate steps to regulate large scale teenage discos. That’s the call this morning from Alcohol Forum Ireland, whose CEO Paula Leonard spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
A road safety campaigner has called on the Government to take a tougher approach to road safety following the news that four more people have lost their lives on our roads in the past four days. Irish Road Victims Association vice president Leo Lieghio explained the sanctions he wants to bring in. Also speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Shane Ross, Journalist, Author and Former Transport Minister.
100,000 children were denied a school dental screening appointment in 2023. That’s according to new figures from the Irish Dental Association How has this happened? Shane spoke to Dr Caroline Robbins, Former President and Incoming Chair of the Irish Dental Association.
Ireland rugby 7-star Jordan Conroy is presenting a new coming of age sports series with 10 male teenage participants. All episodes of ‘Man Up’ are available to stream on the RTE player. Jordan joined Shane this morning to explain a little bit about the idea for this documentary.
The number of new homes delivered this year will be close to 40,000, So said Taoiseach Simon Harris, as the government gave its housing progress report yesterday. With hear from Cian O’Callaghan is a Social Democrats TD for Dublin Bay North.
Bord na Móna has announced plans to build a new inter-county network of walking and cycling trails across bogs previously used for peat extraction in the midlands. With more on these plans we were joined by Dr Damien O’Tuama, National Co-ordinator with Irish Cycling Campaign.
The Government has revised down its projections for growth in the domestic economy this year. Michael McGrath, Minster for Finance spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Ireland’s school communities are becoming increasingly diverse and secular. That’s according to a new report investigating the realities of Catholic education in Ireland. But is this change for the best? To debate this we were joined on the show this morning by Alan Whelan, President of Catholic Secondary School’s Parent’s Association and Jillian Brennan, CEO of Humanist Association of Ireland.
Green Party Leader, Eamon Ryan has got cabinet approval for a new air pollution law to give local authorities greater powers to prevent the illegal sale of smoky fuels . Sadhbh O’Neill, Senior Climate Advisor to Friends of the Earth Ireland gave her reaction to Newstalk Breakfast.
Six out of ten parents customise family meals for fussy children, new research has found. But according to one expert, that might not be such a bad thing. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Children’s Dietitian and Feeding Specialist, Lucy Upton.
Fianna Fáil MEP, Barry Andrews has made calls for a levy to be introduced on “ultra fast fashion products” sold in Ireland. Speaking to Shane was Meghann Scully, Multimedia Presenter with Limerick Leader and Host of Fast and Slow Fashion Podcast.
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson is due to appear before Newry magistrates court later this morning. Journalist Amanda Ferguson is covering the story and joined Ciara this morning.
This week, Newstalk is partnering with Make-A-Wish Ireland to celebrate Wish Week. Join us all week as we talk to some incredible children and their courageous families, and hear how Make-A-Wish Ireland have been beacons of light for children facing the toughest battles of their lives. One of those children is 16 year old Adam Nagajek and this morning we were joined by Adam and his mother Aleksandra.
The first criminal trial of US ex-president is underway as former President Donald Trump faces charges related to a hush money payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels in 2016. To discuss the significance of this trial with Shane was Matt Mayer, President of Provisum Strategies and Former Senior Official in the US Department of Homeland Security.
The Emergency Department at University Hospital Limerick was “akin to a war zone” on the weekend that 16-year-old sepsis patient Aoife Johnston died there. That’s what Clinical Nurse Manager Katherine Skelly told the inquest into Aoife’s death yesterday. But more than a year after her passing, has anything been done to address the overcrowding crisis? We heard from Professor Conor Deasy, President of the Irish Association of Emergency Medicine.
Teachers for Palestine are calling on all schools to talk about Palestine in classrooms from April 29th. Alan Shatter, Former Minister Justice, Equality and Defence, you disagree with this and are calling on the Government to intervene and told Newstalk Breakfast why?
Clare Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe is calling for stricter regulation to be introduced around anonymised online bullying and abuse via the website Tattle. He joined Ciara this morning on the show.
Advanced works have begun on Dublin’s historic Iveagh Markets. But what should a future role for the old trading ground be? We asked Máire Devine, local Sinn Féin Councillor.
Taoiseach Simon Harris will today make an official state apology to the families of the victims of the Stardust nightclub fire. The government has also indicated its support for a redress scheme to be introduced. But what would such a scheme look like in real terms? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast Stuart Gilhooley, Solicitor and Senior Counsel.
Much of the talk around AI has revolved around the impact on jobs, but a pilot programme in LA is using the technology to predict homelessness and allocate resources to prevent individuals and families from reaching that point. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brought us the details.All with thanks to Bird & Bird Law Firm.
There are five major measures needed to cut greenhouse gas emissions in the energy system in order to meet carbon budget obligations this decade. So says Professor in Sustainable Energy at the School of Engineering in University College Cork, Hannah Daly who talked to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
All Things Considered: Half of public not recycling properly. Shane and Ciara discussed this morning.
The Garda Representative Association conference will get underway later today. Ahead of the conference we spoke to Labour Justice Spokesperson Aodhan O'Riordain and Pat Marry, former Detective Inspector and “author of "Making Of A Detective”.
Is the gym in danger of being taking over by fitness influencers? Roisin Kelly, writer for the Sunday Times discussed.
An Tánaiste Micheál Martin has said that the Government will give "serious consideration" to a redress scheme for families of victims of the Stardust tragedy in addition to Tuesday’s state apology. We were joined this morning by Maurice Frazer, Brother of Thelma Frazer who died in the Stardust Tragedy.
New figures from the National Transport Authority show there are fewer taxis across the country than were in 2019. The border region has experienced the sharpest decline, with a 26 percent drop in taxi licences in Co Monaghan since 2019. Limerick, Kerry and Dublin are the only counties to see an increase in taxis. We sent our reporter, Josh Crosbie to find out what is causing this.
Attempts by the HSE to pay a substantial exit package to a former top executive earlier this year led to a furious row within the Government. Martin Wall, Irish Times correspondent brought us the details.
The cost of removing graffiti in South County Dublin is set to nearly double this year – so should we invest in more community mural projects? Speaking to Shane this morning was Willie White, Member of the Arts, Culture and Recreation Strategic Policy Committee on Dublin City Council and Director of the Dublin Theatre Festival.
Israel has launched a retaliatory strike on Iran’s central city of Isfahan, home to a major military airbase and nuclear facilities. We get the latest on this with Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin.
Actor Stephen Rea is to receive a lifetime achievement award at the Irish Film and Television Academy tomorrow. We spoke to Stephen and starting by asking him what this means to him.
Taoiseach Simon Harris has said he hopes to get rid of the triple lock “in the lifetime of this government” To debate Shane was joined this morning by Declan Power, Defence and Security Expert and Mark Price, Co-Chair for the Irish Anti-War Movement.
Last April, fresh inquests into the deaths of 48 people in the 1981 fire began. They concluded yesterday as the jury returned its verdicts. Our reporter Barry Whyte was there when the final verdict was read out and Barry spoke to us on the show and also joining Newstalk Breakfast was Lisa Lawlor who lost her mother and father in the fire.
It's happened again! Heineken Ireland are the latest distributor to increase their pricing. Joining us to discuss the increase and what it means for punters and consumers is Pat Crotty CEO, Vintners’ Federation of Ireland.
There’s a taste of Taylor Swift's new album, The Tortured Poets Department released today. Saoirse Hanley, Features Writer for the The Irish Independent gave us the reaction to the new music.
“Unlawful killing. A huge moment. Why has it taken 40 years? Because of where they were from” those are the stark words from Labour’s Justice spokesperson Aodhan Ó Ríordáin and Aodhan joined Ciara this morning on the show.
Israel has launched a strike against Iran with reports of explosions near the city of Isfahan. We get the latest on the situation there with Alistair Bunkall, Sky Middle East News Correspondent .
The latest CSO figures reveal Ireland’s workforce is experiencing an aging trend. Dr.Barra Roantree, Director of MSC in economic policy at Trinity College Dublin discusses these findings.
Benjamin Netanyahu has told UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron that Israel would "make its own decisions" over how to respond to an Iranian attack. We hear from Dr Paola Rivetti, Associate Professor in Politics and International Relations in DCU.
Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee will not attend the Garda Representative Association’s annual conference – as delegates voted to not invite Garda Commissioner, Drew Harris citing a breakdown in trust. Dr Pat Leahy Former Garda Assistant Commissioner for Dublin gave his reaction to Newstalk Breakfast.
South East Technological University has dropped references it its gender identity policy which stated that refusal of staff or students to use the preferred pronouns of other members would amount to ‘unlawful discrimination or harassment’ Speaking to Ciara was Colette Colfer, a lecturer in world religions at Southeast Technological University.
Changes to Leaving Certificate marking will come into effect in 2025 after years of disruption due to Covid . We get more details from Gemma Lawlor, Guidance Counsellor at Tyndall College Carlow.
The Dublin City Council collects up to 50 tonnes of illegally dumped waste each month. Green party Councillor, Janet Horner, says measures need to be put in place to put this to a halt. Janet spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss further.
The second Digital Ireland Conference is taking place today looking at the implementation of digital regulation, artificial intelligence and the opportunities of the digital transformation. Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation, Dara Calleary spoke to Shane ahead of the conference.
Almost one year after inquest began into the deaths of 48 victims of the Stardust fire, the jury later today will deliver their verdict. Stephanie Rohan, Newstalk Reporter spoke to us ahead of the verdict.
Sleepovers are ‘heaven for kids and hell for parents’ That’s the view of Dr Malie Coyne, Clinical Psychologist and Author of ‘ Love In Love Out’ who joins me now. Malie explains why is it a difficult thing for parents to navigate sleepovers with their kids.
An Post was forced to stop TV licence inspections and offer “resilience” training to staff because of public anger over the RTÉ payments scandal. A spokesperson said increased hostility, mainly in the form of verbal abuse, led them to take this action to protect its workers. We get reaction from Brid Smith, People Before Profit TD.
One person dying every day due to alcohol-related liver disease that's according to the latest alcohol overview from the Health Research Board We get reaction from Dr. Sheila Gilheany, CEO at Alcohol Action Ireland.
Almost 3,400 apprentices dropped out of apprenticeships last year. That’s despite the Department of Further Education aiming to entice 10,000 new apprentices each year. Speaking to Ciara this morning was General Secretary, Connect Trade Union, Paddy Kavanagh.
“The government is openly at war with its own people” that’s what John McGuirk, Editor of Gript Media says. John along with Emma deSouza, writer and commentator, is also on the line, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Losing my hair made me miserable. Now I’m as bald as an egg, I couldn’t be happier – so says Stuart Heritage, author of Bald: How I slowly learned to not hate having No Hair(And you can too). Stuart joined Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Sinn Fein have introduced legislation to establish a Commission on the Future of the Family Farm in hopes that it will allow farms to “thrive over the rest of this century and beyond”. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Claire Kerrane, TD for Roscommon Galway and Sinn Fein Spokesperson on Agriculture.
The U.S have revealed that they will be hitting Iran with new sanctions in retaliation for their unprecedented attack on Israel. However, Seyed Mohammad Marandi, Professor of English Literature and Orientalism in University of Tehran says these sanctions will have no effect on his country. He explained why to Shane this morning,
A new report from the Restaurant Association of Ireland claims restaurant closures since January could come at a cost of €288m We get reaction from Paul Treyvaud, Owner of Treyvaud's Restaurant in Killarney.
Dating apps have had a profound impact on the love lives of a generation and can be as addictive as gambling. So said UK based psychologist and addiction expert Dr Ree Langham. For more on this Shane spoke to Jennifer Haskins, Relationship Expert from Two’s Company.
A one-day summit is taking place today which brings housebuilders, property developers and policymakers together for discussions on how the delivery of homes can be accelerated. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Michael O’Flynn, Chairman and CEO, O’Flynn Group who is one of the speakers.
Livestock farming ranks with the fossil fuel industry as one of the two most destructive industries on Earth, but we apply entirely different standards to it.
So wrote Environmental Activist George Monbiot in the Guardian who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast along with Denis Drennan, President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association.
Israel has vowed to respond to Iran's attack on Saturday and is considering its next steps, the country's army chief says Shane was joined on the show by Chargé d’affaires of the Iranian Embassy to Ireland, Dr Kazem Sharif Kazemi.
A report today from the National Youth Council found that today’s 18-29 year olds believe they are worse off than their parents generation We asked Sarah McGuinness, Assistant News Editor at the Business Post does she agree with this?
The European commission will hold a Road Safety conference at the RDS in Dublin today. As a group representing driving instructors in Ireland, will highlight the ongoing dangerous practice of unsupervised learner drivers Speaking to Shane this morning was Dominic Brophy, Director of Professional Driving Instructors Association.
Israel has vowed to respond to Iran’s attack despite calls for restraint. We get the latest on the situation with Alistair Bunkall, Sky’s Middle East Correspondent.
Electric car owners without driveways could be breaking planning rules if they try to erect new overhead charging “arms” outside their homes. We discuss this with Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator.
Apple’s bid to dismiss an almost 1-billion-dollar lawsuit was rejected on Friday. Elaine Burke, Host of For Tech's Sake explained what does this mean for the tech giant?
Tánaiste Micheál Martin said over the weekend he hopes to push forward with plans for a dedicated transport police.
We asked Aodhan O’Riordain, Labour Party Justice & Education Spokesperson, is this a good idea?
Large increases in healthcare funding and staffing has not been matched by a similar level of rising activity in hospitals that’s according to a new report Martin Wall, Irish Times Correspondent brings us the findings.
Iran’s attack on Israel was a 'declaration of war', according to Israeli president Isaac Herzog. We speak to Sean Bell, Former Fighter pilot and now Military Analyst.
Recently on Newstalk Breakfast we discussed potholes in Cork but it seems to be a nationwide problem. Henry McKean took a journey around rural Meath with local Councillor Gillian Toole. Henry sent us this report, on a very bumpy ride.
Jury Selection is set to begin today as Donald Trump faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to cover up a hush money payment to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. We get the latest from David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief of The Guardian.
Israel remains on high alert after Iran's mass drone and missile attack, its chief military spokesperson has said. We get the latest on the situation there was Hannah McCarthy, Journalist in Beirut covering the Israel-Hamas Conflict.
OJ Simpson, the former American football star and Hollywood actor who was cleared of murdering his ex-wife and her friend in a criminal trial passed away yesterday. A little earlier, Shane caught up with one of OJ’s Defence Lawyers, Alan Dershowitz.
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has directed all uniform gardaí will conduct 30 minutes of road safety activity per shift. To discuss, Shane is joined by Pat Marry, former Detective Inspector and Senior Investigating Officer and author of “The Making of a Detective”.
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage of Ireland, Darragh O'Brien joins Ciara to discuss cost-rental homes, housing supply and the Fianna Fáil ard fheis later today.
Sex work should be legalised because those involved are "providing a service". So said Independent Ireland party leader Michael Collins in a new interview with Hot Press. Kate McGrew Sex Worker and Activist joined Shane to discuss.
A 2024 study ‘Monkey see, monkey do?' exploring parent-athlete behaviours from youth athletes' perspective’ explores the impact of parents sideline behaviour on children. Antonio Montero, Founder of the Silent Sideline campaign & Castleknock Celtic coach joined Ciara to discuss.
Between 2019 and 2023, Cork city Council have had to pay out nearly €5m in compensation claims for trips and falls on footpaths. Deirdre O’Brien, Fianna Fáil councillor on the Cork County Council talks to Ciara about the state of roads and footpaths in her area.
President Joe Biden has promised Israel "ironclad" US support amid fears that Tehran could launch reprisals for an attack that killed senior Iranians. Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University joins Shane to discuss.
Anne Winterlich life changed forever in December 2015. Her beautiful daughter Aoife died after being swept out to sea during a trip with Scouting Ireland. Eight years on Anne settled her legal action against Scouting Ireland yesterday. Ciara spoke to Anne and started by asking her to take her back to that day in December 2015...
Today a forum on Physical Education takes place at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. So how should Physical education be taught in the classrooms? Ciara is joined by well-known Personal Trainer and broadcaster Karl Henry.
After years of faltering starts and winding negotiations, the long-debated and highly contentious reform of EU asylum policy finally cleared the European Parliament yesterday. Minister for Justice Helen McEntee joins Shane to discuss.
Unlawfully killing a pet should be treated as an offence akin to murder, not criminal damage. That’s the call from a public petition up for consideration in the Dáil today. Sandra Higgins Director of GoVegan World, says murdering all animals should be an offence and joins Ciara to discuss.
An Oireachtas Health Committee has heard warnings that time critical cancer surgeries are being cancelled due to the trolley crisis in hospitals Anthony Staines, Professor of Health Systems at the School of Nursing and Human Sciences in DCU joins Shane to discuss.
The Pope has announced a monumental reorganisation of church leadership in Ireland. Father David Vard, Administrator of Stradbally Parish explains to Shane how this will affect the churches in the West.
The EU has approved a new pact on asylum and migration laws after eight years. However, many activist groups have described it as a major blow to human rights and one that will lead to ‘great suffering’. Niall O’Keeffe, Head of International and Migration at the Irish Red Cross joins Ciara to discuss
All Things Considered: Is Ireland cold towards Catholics? Shane and Ciara discussed on the show this morning.
“It’s you, not the universe, causing your bad fortune”. So says Helen Coffey, Senior Features writer for The Independent,
A fodder transport scheme has been announced for farmers who are finding it challenging to source feed for their animals. Months of consistent rain have led to rising costs and delays to crops. The measure comes as the National Fodder and Feed Security Commitee met yesterday over the ongoing situation. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been meeting with farmers to hear how they are coping with the weather
Ireland will soon formally recognise the State of Palestine, Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin has told the Dáil. We get reaction from Oliver Sears, founder of Holocaust Awareness Ireland.
Newly appointed Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence Jennifer Carroll MacNeill joined Ciara this morning on the show.
If your child is being bullied physically they should defend themselves? We get an expert view on this from Stella O’Malley, Psychotherapist and Author of What your Teen is Trying To Tell You.
More than 6 in 10 workers are considering asking for a salary increase in the next 12 months. That’s according to new research published this morning.
But how should you approach the subject with your employer? We get advice from Mary Connaughton is Director of CIPD, the Professional Body in Ireland for HR.
Mandatory retirement should be abolished. That’s the call from Age Action Ireland, who are set to appear before an Oireachtas committee later today.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Nat O’Connor is Senior Public Affairs & Policy Specialist with Age Action.
In a landmark case, it’s been ruled that personal injuries awards guidelines established by judges will now be enforceable. This may result in premium reduction, saving policy holders some money. With more on this Shane spoke to Brian Hanley, CEO, Alliance for Insurance Reform.
All Things Considered: Telling kids to fight back against bullies. Shane and Ciara discussed this morning on the show.
Last night new busking rules have officially come into place in Cork city. This includes a time limit of two hours for each performer, a reduction in noise level - and completely stopping the music by ten pm. With more on this we spoke to Deputy Lord Mayor of Cork City Colette Finn.
This is Parkinson’s Awareness Week, and we were joined by Frank Mullen, a 61-year-old from Donabate, who plans to kayak for 300 kilometres down the Shannon River despite recently being diagnosed with the Disease.
The scale of calls since the implementation of Scotland’s hate crime bill has been deemed “simply unmanageable” by Chair of the Scottish Police Federation David who joined Ciara this morning on the show.
Simon Harris is poised to take over as Taoiseach following a Dáil vote later today, Speaking to Jonathan this Fine Gaels spokesperson for Health, Colm Burke and Labour’s Justice and Education Spokesperson Aodhan Ó Ríordáin.
Former editor of UK Glamour magazine has stated she is sick of constantly having defend her decision to have only one child. What she wrote resonated with writer and consultant at Bannerton PR Barbara Neeson who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
“Religion must move outside school hours as opt-out approach fails children badly” that’s the view of teacher and a member of the Irish National Teachers Organisation Paddy Monahan who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Office leasing falls to it's lowest level in more than a decade in Dublin. That's according to recent research from JLL. So what should be done with Ireland's empty offices? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports..
With Leo Varadkar having stepped out and Simon Harris expected to step in and take over as Taoiseach, many changes are underway. Hugh O’Connell, political Editor with The Sunday Times told us what can we expect later today.
Students have begun using AI to help study, but now teachers are taking advantage also. We get the details from Jess Kelly, Newstalk's Technology Correspondent.
The number of children and teens being referred for committing sexual offences has almost doubled over the past decade. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with reaction to these figures was Cliona Sadlier, Executive Director Rape Crisis Network Ireland.
The weekend saw three deaths in the space of 24 hours, bringing total fatalities to 61 in 2024 and despite tougher penalties there doesn’t seem to be any affect on road users that abuse the system. Should breathalyzers be used to stop drivers from accessing their vehicles if they’re over the limit? We discussed with Leo Leighio of the Irish Road Victims Association.
Inflation on housing asking prices up 6.5% over the year, according to a myHome.ie report published today. Ciara discussed these figures with Conaill MacCoille is Chief Economist with Bank of Ireland and Author of the report.
All Things Considered: Breathalysers for drivers. Jonathan and Ciara discussed this morning.
Tonight at around 5 to 8, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in our skies. With the eclipse being the most notable in the west of the country Frances McCarthy, Head of Education and Outreach at MTU’s Blackrock Castle Observatory explained to Jonathan what is going to happen this evening.
Israel's military said on Sunday that it was reducing its numbers of soldiers from southern Gaza, leaving just one brigade in the area. Bringing us up to date on the situation was Scott Lucas Professor of US and International Politics, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin.
The full number of historic sex charges faced by former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson have been revealed. Belfast-based Freelance journalist Amanda Ferguson brought us up to speed on the latest details.
A new movie ‘Scoop’ on Netflix released this morning retells Prince Andrew’s infamous interview with Emily Maitlis on BBC Newsnight. Mark Harrison, who was the Professional Photographer, witnessed the interview first-hand and he told Newstalk Breakfast what is observed.
Heineken is aiming to safeguard historical Irish pubs, advocating for their transformation into museums as a sustainable solution for preservation Declan Delaney from Sean’s Bar in Athlone spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Minister for Justice Helen McEntee today announced a further €1 million for the development of Local Authority led CCTV schemes in specific communities. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Olga Cronin, Surveillance and Human Rights Senior Policy Officer with the Irish Council of Civil Liberties.
Ray O’Donoghue, the director of Sea Sessions has been appointed as Dublin city’s first nighttime economy tsar. We hear from Ian Redmond, Operator of Ohana Tiki Bar on Harcourt Street, Co-Owner of Hyde Dublin with reaction to this new appointment.
We speak to Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, Paschal Donohue ahead of the Fine Gael Ard Fheis.
UK scientists say they have found a new cause behind much of the damage asthma causes. Professor Luke Clancy Director General of the Tobacco Free Research Institute Ireland and Consultant Respiratory Physician spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
All Stillborn Babies Must Be Included in the National Register irrespective of the length of their gestation or their weight. That’s the call from Emer Toibín, Aontú Councillor for the Navan Area who spoke to Johnathan this morning.
An Irish man is among three people killed following a helicopter crash in the Swiss Alps. We get the latest on this tragic incident with Vincent McAvinney, Broadcaster and Journalist.
Minister of State for Transport Jack Chambers has confirmed that the government is set to clamp down on the renewal of L plate licences for those who repeatedly fail their driving tests. We get reaction from Brenda Bolger, Owner of Bolger School of Motoring.
There's no respite for farmers as some areas are set to get four times the usual amount of rain over the next week. Speaking to Jonathan was Paul Flynn, Dublin County Chair, Irish Farmer Association.
Netflix’s new drama “Ripley” starring Andrew Scott in the title role is available to watch from this morning. We hear all about it with Brian Lloyd Movies editor at Entertainment.ie.
‘It’s not Dickensian cruelty to ask children to participate in the workforce, it’s sensible.’ So wrote The Times of London Columnist, Alice Thomson Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Richard Hogan, Clinical Director of Therapy Institute and Columnist with the Irish Examiner and author of 'Home is Where the Start Is’.
Irish Unity could cost 20 billion a year for 20 years that's according to a new paper from the Institute of International and European Affairs John Fitzgerald, Co-Chair of the IIEA Economists Group and author of the report spoke to Ciara this morning to discuss further.
More than half of adults in Ireland say that just one setback can derail them from their weight loss goals, that's according to a new survey released today.Joining Ciara to discuss how to stay on track when it comes to weight loss goals is Nathalie Lennon, Nutritional/health coach and Content Creator.
Dublin City Council is set to draw up guidelines for the private company that will enforce parking laws in the city in the coming years. One proposed change is to do away with clamping. But is this a good idea? Ciara asked Keith Gavin, Chairman of Irish Parking Association.
Working conditions and a lack of supports are fuelling the shortage of non-consultant hospital doctors by driving many to move abroad. That’s according to a new survey from the Irish Medical Organisation, whose AGM takes place later today. Speaking to Jonathan this morning to discuss was Dr Rachel McNamara, Chair o of the IMO’s NCHD Committee.
‘Reduce the age of bowel cancer screening from 59 to 50’ that's the call from the Marie Keating Foundation today. We spoke to Bernie Carter, their Assistant director of Nursing.
The Canary Islands’ president has admitted he is worried about the growing anti-tourism movement in the popular holiday destination, with several marches planned later this month. This comes as more than 40% of Irish people are planning to go on three or more holidays this year, according to a recent survey. So have we completely lost the run of ourselves when it comes to foreign travel. We discuss with John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist.
What does Fine Gael have to do to get back to the grassroots of the party? We asked Ivan Yates, Co-host of the Path to Power podcast and former politician.
The number of children who are on the active register for homeschooling increased by 20% last year. So what accounts for this dramatic rise? We asked Monica O’Connor, Mother and Home Education Network contact for Carlow.
Seagulls are being forced into our towns by the loss of natural spaces - and we need to learn to live alongside them, say scientists. We asked wildlife expert and author of Children's book “Wonders Of The Wild” Eanna Ní Lamhna are seagulls are a friend or foe?
Taylor Swift is officially a billionaire as Forbes shares its new list of the world’s wealthiest people. Should billionaire wealth be distributed more evenly? We get reaction from Daisy Pearson, Campaigner for Global Justice Now.
The international food charity; World Central Kitchen has made the decision to suspend its operations following the killing of seven aid workers in an Israeli air strike on Monday We get reaction on the situation in Gaza with Tess Ingram, UNICEF Communications Specialist.
Parents around the country could be waiting more than three years for a creche place for their child, with less than 35pc of areas nationwide currently having places available. We heard from Karen Clince, CEO of Tigers Childcare.
According to figures from An Garda Síochána's Roads Policing Unit, 140 people were arrested for drink or drug driving over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend Speaking to Shane this morning was Martin Kenny, Sinn Fein TD abd Spokesperson on Transport and Communication.
The Government is drawing up plans to discourage one-off housing developments including potential new taxes on developers building in rural areas. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Conor Skehan, Sunday Independent Columnist.
One of the issues that keeps coming up at the teaching union conferences is the number of vacancies in the teaching profession and the difficulty with recruiting. We discuss all with the Minister for Education Norma Foley.
More than one in three babies are now delivered by caesarean section in Ireland marking a ten-year high, that’s according to new statistics from the National Healthcare Quality Reporting System Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr Vicky O’Dwyer, Consultant Obstetrician at the Rotunda.
ATMs must dispense notes smaller than €50, Oireachtas Finance committee urges This is something Mattie McGrath, Rural Independent TD for Tipperary and the rural TDs have been advocating for quite some time.
Senior Iranian commander killed in Israeli strike, says Iran state media. Is this an escalation by Israel? Speaking to Shane this morning on the show was Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin.
Eamon Ryan, Green Party Leader & Minister for the Environment, Climate, Communications and Transport. The national demand management strategy is going to change a lot of things going forward. We discuss this with the Minister and got an overview of the strategy.
Fuel prices will increase in stores for consumers from Monday. We speak to Shane was David Horgan, Chairman of Petrel Resources.
"It can happen in many contexts, whether it’s simply walking to your local coffee shop in the morning or heading to your GP for an appointment. But one of the most insidious – and common – spaces for catcalling is wherever a woman has gone to run” Ciara asked Journalist and Author of Millennial Love, Olivia Petter what prompted her to write this piece?
Minister for Justice Helen McEntee spoke to Shane this morning to discuss new plans for asylum seekers.
What are your plans for the long weekend? For some, it will be filled with chocolate but for others it’s still very much a religious occasion. It’s six years now since the Good Friday alcohol ban was lifted and very few pubs have stuck with the tradition. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has found a publican who will be closing his doors and also asked people where the sourced a drink, back in the day.
Tomorrow will mark 20 years since the smoking ban was introduced in Ireland. The initial outrage slowly turned to acceptance and eventually smoke free sighs of relief. Speaking to Shane this morning Chris Macey, Director of Advocacy and Patient Support, Irish Heart Foundation.
The mother and daughters who died in a traffic collision in Mayo on Tuesday have been named as Una, Ciara, and Saoirse Bowden. Adrian Devane is a friend of the family and Adam spoke to Ciara this morning.
Millions of euros have gone unclaimed in the first 40 days of the plastic bottle and can deposit return scheme. Despite this, experts say the scheme is off to a “solid start.” Speaking to Shane this morning was Ciarán Foley, CEO Return Ireland.
Higher parking fees and new charges for polluting vehicles to enter city centres are among a list of options to reduce private car use in a new strategy going before cabinet today. We get reacation from Oisin Coughlan, Chief Executive of Friends of the Earth.
The biggest overhaul of migration rules in decades will go before cabinet for approval today, with the government set to adopt proposals that could result in the fast-track return of undocumented migrants. Speaking to Ciara this morning on the show was Enda O’Neill, Head of UN Refugee agency in Ireland and Leader of Independent Ireland Party and TD Michael Collins.
58% of primary school teachers have experienced physical aggression in school. That’s according to a new survey from The Irish National Teacher’s Organisation.Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Mairín Ní Cheileachair, Assistant General Secretary of the Irish National Teachers' Organisation and Director of Education, Equality, Research and Learning.
The concept of parents being uber-conscious of their performance seems to be growing in significance. For many, the pressure to appear they are ‘winning’ at parenting is real. But are we becoming too competitive? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Child Psychotherapist, Colman Noctor.
The number of STIs increased by almost one-third last year according to the Health Protection Surveillance Centre. Shane was joined on the show by Dr Aisling Loy, Consultant in Sexual and Himerous Health at St. James' Hospital to discuss these findings.
The economy is in rude health heading into the next couple of years. That’s according to a new report published this morning by the ESRI. John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin gave his reaction to these findings of the ESRI report.
Hollywood Actor Russell Crowe will be taking his Indoor Garden Party featuring his band The Gentlemen Barbers, Lorraine O’Reilly and special guests to Dublin’s Gaiety Theatre on the 1st of July. Russell spoke to Ciara ahead of his Dublin gig.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that bans children aged under 14 from social media platforms and requires 14 and 15-year-olds to get parental consent to use it. Could this take hold worldwide? We ask Alex Cooney Chief Executive of CyberSafeKids.
The government’s Hate Speech legislation is not fit for purpose and should be scrapped. We debate with Pa Daly, Sinn Fein TD and spokesperson for Justice and Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senator and barrister.
Dublin Airport should apologise and remove a social media post “mocking” Kate Middleton. That’s the call from Allister Kyle, Councillor for The Traditional Unionist Voice in Northern Ireland who explained why to Newstalk Breakfast.
Galway City Councillors have made calls for a tourist tax to be levied on visitors who stay in hotels in Galway City One of those Councillors is Michael J Crowe, Galway City East Fianna Fáil Councillor who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The United Nations Security Council has passed a resolution that demands a ceasefire in Gaza for the rest of Ramadan with the US abstaining from the vote. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Walt Kilroy, Lecturer in International Relations at DCU and Associate Director of it’s Conflict Resolution Institute.
There will be a tsunami of retirements from An Garda Siochana by the end this year. That’s the warning from the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors, whose annual conference begins today. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Ronan Clogher, Deputy General Secretary of the AGSI.
Picture the scene: you’re out for lunch or dinner with friends, you head home and suddenly you realise you can’t find your phone. With many of us using our phones as our debit cards, mobile office and line to the world, it can be chaotic. So what should you do? Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, and host of Tech Talk, Jess Kelly has all the advice.
Many post-primary schools are at risk of not being able to roll out of the School Book Scheme in time for its launch in September. That’s the warning this morning from the National Association of Principals and Deputies, whose Director Paul Crone spoke to Ciara this morning with more on this.
The government should introduce legislation for pre-nuptial agreements. That’s the call from Michelle Browne, Senior Family mediator with Browne and Co Mediation in Naas and Author of Scars of Divorce: How to avoid and achieve an amicable divorce in Modern Ireland.
Is the cost of fun on the rise? Well, the latest CSO figures have found that Recreation and Culture activities have had a greater price increase than any any other division.
Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been asking people if they are feeling the pinch?
The Islamic state has claimed responsibility for a shooting in Moscow’s Crocus city hall, however questions remain about how Russia will respond.To get the latest on this Ciara spoke to Paul Rodgers, Professor Emeritus of peace studies at Bradford University.
Simon Harris said it was time for Fine Gael to “reset” as he officially became the party’s new leader yesterday. Fionnán Sheahan is Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent brings us the latest as Simon Harris takes up his new leadership role.
Today, on Daffodil Day, the Irish Cancer Society are urging the public to Go All in Against Cancer. Speaking to Shane this morning was Jed Van De Poll is the CEO of Metro Dublin and currently in remission from Multiple Myeloma.
The world-renowned chef Anthony Bourdain once said “if you’re rude to a waiter you’re dead to me.” But is there ever a circumstance that justifies being rude to waitstaff? To discuss we spoke to Tanya Sweeney, Irish Independent Columnist.
Irish people are more positive about immigration from European countries than from further afield. That’s according to a new study from the ESRI. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast about the findings was Fiona Hurley, Nasc Chief Executive.
Simon Harris set for Taoiseach. What should he prioritise? Shane and Ciara discussed this morning.
Opinion in England, Scotland and Wales now favours Irish unity. That’s according to new research from UK academics. For reaction to this research Shane spoke to Dr Ruth Dudley Edwards Commentator, Historian and Author.
Further and Higher Education Minister Simon Harris has declared his candidacy for the Fine Gael leadership, meaning in all likelihood he will become the next Taoiseach and succeed Leo Varadkar. After his announcement, Newstalk Reporter Barry Whyte got to sit down with the Taoiseach-in-waiting. Also speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Hildegarde Naughton, Minister of State with responsibility for Public Health, Well Being, and the National Drugs Strategy.
More than eight thousand people attended the Premier League Darts event at the 3Arena last night. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie was there to capture it all.
“About 99 pc of Europe cannot see a natural night sky, never mind the Milky Way. We’ve allowed artificial lights to take over the world.” So says Georgia MacMillan, Mayo Dark Sky Park Development Officer at the National Parks and Wildlife Service who spoke to Ciara this morning.
Almost 1,800 people were caught speeding over the St Patrick’s weekend. However, one TD claims that the most dangerous roads are not being policed correctly. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Martin Kenny, Sinn Féin party Spokesperson on Transport.
Nominations for the new Leader of Fine Gael will open this morning following Leo Varadkar’s shock resignation.We asked Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senator and Vice Chair of the Justice Committee who he will be backing?
House Price Inflation has accelerated for the fifth month in a row. That’s according to new data from the Central Statistics Office. We get reaction to this with Pat Davitt CEO of the Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers.
Nearly 2 in 3 Employees Feel Underpaid, according to Irish Jobs Salary and Benefits Survey. But are Irish workers actually underpaid? Ciara spoke to Kevin Callinan, Former President of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has dramatically stepped down from his role and as leader of Fine Gael. But where does that leave the government? W ehear from Minister for Education, Norma Foley and also Pearse Doherty Deputy Leader of Sinn Fein.
Clothes shops should have standardised sizes. So says Makeup Artist and Founder of True Beauty Makeup Aideen Kate who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
1 in 5 hotel rooms in Ireland are being used to house refugees and asylum seekers. That’s according to a new report being launched today by the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation.
Speaking to Shane was their Chairperson Elaina Fitzgerald Kane.
The resignation of Taoiseach Leo Varadkar as the leader of Fine Gael has shocked political circles. The race is on now for Varadkar’s successor but can the party survive? Speaking to Ciara this morning was Jack Horgan Jones, Political Correspondent, Irish Times.
New Research out today reveals the stark impact of parenting in Ireland. We get reaction from Jen Hogan, Journalist who will be launching this event and host of the “Mammy and Me” podcast.
One of the most thrilling things about the Olympic games is watching the greatest athletes in the world gather to break records and set a new standard in sport, but what if those standards could be pushed even further? The Enhanced Games don’t only allow performance enhancing drugs, they encourage it and are set to host their first event this year. Their President, Aron D’Souza spoke to Jonathan this morning.
The Joint Committee on Assisted Dying will publish its final report later today. To discuss what can we expect we spoke to Paul Hosford, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner and Gino Kenny, People Before Profit TD and Vice Chair of the committee.
‘From fishless fingers to tofurkey, many vegan substitutes are far from healthy’ That’s according to columnist, Sinead Ryan writing in the Irish Independent this morning We spoke to Sarah Keogh, Dietician at Eatwell.ie.
The European Parliament’s report on the defective blocks crisis has recommended that the Government sure 100% redress for those affected. With more on this Ciara spoke to Fine Gael MEP Maria Walsh.
Five years on since the launch of the Government’s ‘Smile agus Sláinte’ oral health policy, public dental services remain in a state of decay. So say the Irish Dental Association, who today have launched a position paper on solving the crisis in access to dental care. We spoke to Eamon Croke, President of the Irish Dental Association.
One in five vapers said they would return to their smoking habit if flavoured vapes were banned. The new survey from Red C shows 90pc of vapers surveyed believe an overall ban could lead to a black market for flavoured vapes. To discuss we were joined by Dr Garret McGovern, Medical Director of the Priority Medical Clinic & GP Addiction Specialist and Professor Luke Clancy and Director General of the Tobacco Free Research Institute Ireland and Consultant Respiratory Physician.
Thousands of homeowners with smart electricity meters have been warned the devices may be malfunctioning, leading to consumers being overcharged. Charlie Weston, Personal Finances Editor with the Independent who broke the story explained many people are affected by this and what’s going on.
Nearly three out of four parents are unable to secure places for their children at Ireland’s most oversubscribed second-level schools. The most heavily in-demand schools are in south Dublin where as little as 20% of applicants are successful. Joining Shane to discuss this was Barbara Ennis, Principal of Alexandra College, Milltown.
A group of asylum seekers who were relocated from Mount Street in Dublin have since returned to the site. We speak to Eugene Quinn, National Director of the Jesuit Refugee Service Ireland.
Should we introduce carpool lanes? That’s the question we’re asking this morning as part of Newstalk Goes Green, with thanks to SSE Airtricity, to find out more about Generation Green Home Upgrade, see sseairtricity.com.” Brian Caulfield, Professor School of Engineering at Trinity College Dublin.
Kate Middleton has been spotted with Prince William visiting a business about a mile from their home in Windsor. So is all well with the Duchess of Cambridge after all?
Royal Commentator Jennie Bond gave her reaction to the recent appearance by Kate Middleton.
Famine is imminent in northern Gaza and likely to occur by May. That’s according to a new U.N.-backed report. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Sean Bell, Former Fighter Pilot, now Military Analyst and co-host of the Red Matrix Podcast.
The State’s new land purchase of Kerry’s famed Conor’s Pass looks set to become a national park . Siobhan O’Donoghue, Director of Uplift gave her reaction to this.
A Fianna Fáil senator has told locals in Ballaghaderreen, Co Roscommon that they are “not one bit racist” to object to refugees being brought into the area. Senator Eugene Murphy joined Shane this morning on the show and was asked why are the people of Roscommon rejecting refugees?
All Things Considered: How do we tackle our children watching porn ? Shane and Jonathan discuss.
Online pornography use in Ireland is highly gendered, with 64 per cent of young men and 13 per cent of young women reporting use. That’s according to new research from the ESRI. With reaction to these findings was Anne McCormack Systemic Psychotherapist.
The first confirmed diagnosis of chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, in a fully professional rugby union player has been made in New Zealand. Billy Guyton, who represented the Māori All Blacks, died last May at the age of 33. Professor John Fairclough, Former president of the British Sports Trauma Association and a spokesperson for Progressive Rugby spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will begin at 12 noon on Sunday. But what impact does the day have across the city? We heard from Gerry Farrell, Operations Director, Dublin Town.
Fuel retailers in border counties will likely face closure if the government doesn't postpone the planned increase in excise duty next month. That’s the warning from Kevin McPartlan, Fuels for Ireland CEO who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
This morning O’ Connell Street will be lined with people dressed up as geese and ducks.. But...it’s not an early Paddy’s Day parade. Sasha Camilli, Senior PR Coordinator with PETA explained why they are protesting this morning.
Last night, Gardaí arrested ten men in Cork as part of a major drugs operation. To get the latest on this Shane spoke to Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent with the Irish Independent.
The world would look much better if we put our mates above all other relationships. So says author Raina Cohen in her new book “The Other Significant Others” Aoife Dunne, Teacher and Content Creator gave us her view on this.
Ireland is being threatened with a hefty fine for failing to curb turf cutting. The EU court claims Ireland is failing to protect its boglands. To discuss further Shane discussed this further with Independent Ireland TD & Chairman of the Turf and Contractors Association, Michael Fitzmaurice
and Environmental Journalist John Gibbons.
The Government has confirmed the location of almost 2,000 beds for Ukrainian refugees across five different locations around the country. This comes as new rules around social welfare and accommodation kick in from this morning. To discuss further with Shane was Nick Henderson is CEO of the Irish Refugee Council and Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire is a Sinn Féin TD and spokesperson on social protection.
Ireland’s birth rate has dropped sharply over the past decade to reach its lowest level in over 60 years in 2022, according to new EU figures. Are we having fewer kids because we have too much respect for parenthood? We discussed with Wendy Grace, Broadcaster and columnist.
42% of the names of babies born in Northern Ireland in 2022 are considered ‘typos’ by Microsoft. That’s according to research from a new campaign calling on tech giants to “correct autocorrect”. Cathal Wogan is a Spokesperson for “I am not a typo” campaign.
Implementing the Circular Economy - Are We on Track? That is the theme of this year's Irish waste management conference.
Dan Cooke, President of Chartered Institution of Waste Management joined Shane on the show ahead of the conference.
Israel is using starvation as a “weapon of war.” So said EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell at the UN Security Council Speaking to Jonathan this morning on the show was Karol Balfe is CEO of ActionAid Ireland.
The HSE has issued an urgent appeal to passengers on Abu Dhabi-Dublin flight following confirmed case of Measles. Anthony Staines, Professor of Health Systems at the School of Nursing and Human Sciences in DCU spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Living Streets, a plan to create more cycle lanes and pedestrian friendly spaces in Dún Laoghaire, has been given the green light by councillors. We debate with Lorraine Hall, Fine Gael cllr for Dun Laoghaire and also Fianna Fáil councillor Michael Clark.
Arts Minister Catherine Martin will be attending the South by Southwest (SXSW) music festival in Texas despite calls for her to boycott the event. Irish acts including Soda Blonde, Kneecap, Gavin James and Mick Flannery have pulled out of the festival citing the event's association with the US military and the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Soda Blonde guitarist Adam O’ Regan spoke to Shane this morning and explained why the band will not play the festival.
The NHS have confirmed that children will no longer receive puberty blockers, they will only be available in clinical research trials. We get reaction from Dr Donal O’Shea, Endriconologist working with the National Gender Service.
What are your plans for this St Patrick's day? Parade? Pub? Plane? Newstalk's Sarah Madden discovers why escaping Paddy's day may be the most popular way to spend it.
“The Government has failed adults with ADHD” - So says Sinn Fein TD Mark Ward, who was highlighting that waiting times for these services can be as long as 4 years. We asked Ken Kilbride, CEO of ADHD Ireland are services struggling at the moment?
People Before Profit TD & Climate spokesperson, Paul Murphy has launched a bill in the Dáil that would ban the advertising of fossil fuel. He explained why to Shane this morning on the show.
President Michael D Higgins has issued a strongly worded statement calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. We ask this morning has President Higgins overstepped the mark with this one? We discuss with Gerard Craughwell, Independent Senator and Maura Adbshed Professor of Politics at the University of Limerick.
The new European Media Freedom Act will not protect journalists from intrusive surveillance measures. So says Independent MEP Clare Daly who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
New laws to allow nightclubs to open until 6am and pubs until 2.30am will lead to more trauma and deaths on Irish roads, that’s the warning from the Road Safety Authority. We spoke to Dr Sheila Gilheaney, CEO of Alcohol Action Ireland.
ITV presenter Jonathan Ross has been hit with backlash after he referred to Cillian Murphy as a “British star” during the 2024 Academy Awards. We asked Ian O’Doherty, Columnist with The Irish Independent are we over sensitive with this?
The CEO of Macra, Mick Curran has called for the taxation of holiday homes after it has been revealed that they are putting houses in scenic areas beyond the reach of locals Fine Gael Senator Tim Lombard's Cork South West constituency is one of the areas most affected by holiday homes and he spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
7 in 10 fear the planned digital euro will leave consumers vulnerable to technical glitches and cybercrime according to new research by the Compliance Institute. Speaking to Shane this morning was Paul Dwyer, CEO of Cyber Risk International.
Europe is not prepared for the rapidly growing climate risks it faces. So the European Environment Agency has said in its first risk assessment. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Hans-Martin Füssel is an EEA expert on climate change adaptation.
The HSE has dropped a target to increase breastfeeding rates by 2 percentage points per year. We get reaction from Lynn Carroll, La Leche League Leader.
Could TikTok be on the way out? President Joe Biden has said he would ban the app from the United States, if a bill is passed. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brought us the details.
The Care referendum has returned the highest ever percentage no vote of people who voted in Irish referendum history. We asked John McGuirk, Editor of Gript Media was this a surprise?
A number of hotels in Dublin are charging 4 times the normal price to stay this St Patrick's weekend. Niall O’Callaghan, Independent Kerry County councillor and hotelier spoke to Ciara this morning.
Cillian Murphy, a proud Corkman helped Oppenheimer pick up 7 Academy Awards. Poor things produced by Dublin based Element pictures picked up 4 awards including Emma Stone winning Best Actress. We cross live to Hollywood with Henry McKean who has been reporting on the great night at the Oscars. Also speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Andrew Lowe, Producer of Poor Things and Co-CEO and founder of Element Pictures.
The first picture of the Princess of Wales after her surgery has been pulled by major picture agencies over fears it has been manipulated. Jennie Bond, Former BBC Royal Correspondent gave her reaction.
The majority of patients treated in Irish hospitals for drug and alcohol poisoning are accidentally overdosing on paracetamol. That’s according to new HSE figures release to the Sunday Times. Shane gets reaction to these figures with Sheena Mitchell, Pharmacist and Host of the WonderCare podcast.
It was a historic night last night, as Cillian Murphy has become the first Irish-born actor to win the Best Actor award at the Oscars Ciara spoke to Hollywood Journalist, Jeanne Wolf on the great win for Cillian and others.
According to the Director of Brendan Gleeson’s documentary, ‘Farewell to Hughes’ , Dublin is lacking in places for people to go to for traditional Irish tunes. Liam Ó Maonlaí, Member of Hothouse Flowers joined Ciara on the show to discuss further.
Figures from the Central Statistics Office show that the risk of people falling into poverty was lower in 2023 compared to the previous year, but they also reveal an overall increase in the percentage of people experiencing deprivation. Barra Roantree Director of the MSc in Economic Policy, Trinity College Dublin broke down these figures for us.
It's the final countdown to the Oscars on Sunday night. Our man Henry McKean is there for us in Hollywood. Henry joins us now from the Irish American, Oscar Wilde Awards, where Cillian Murphy walked the green carpet.Henry McKean at the Oscars is brought to you by Aer Lingus.
Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary is unrepentant about labelling Transport Minister Eamon Ryan "a dunce" as an hour-long meeting between the pair yesterday failed to reach any resolution. With reaction Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Pat Byrne, founder and chair of Cityjet and Executive Chairman.
“Please, no Barbies: is it time to cancel International Women’s Day?” That's the title of an article by Features Writer with The Times, Helen Rumblow who joined Ciara this morning to discuss her article.
All things considered: International women's Day - Justified day or tokenism at best? Ciara and Shane discussed this morning.
People Before Profit Councillor for Ballyfermot/Drimnagh, Hazel De Nortúin has handed back her Saint Patrick’s Day Parade tickets due to the unfolding situation in Gaza. Hazel told Shane why.
A hospital consultant says he is having to offer his public cancer patients a treatment he knows is just the second best available even though a better alternative is available to private patients in Ireland. Speaking to Ciara was Michael McCarthy, consultant medical oncologist at University Hospital Galway.
President Joe Biden gave his State of the Union address, a high-stakes moment as he looks to convince voters to give him a second term in the White House. We get reaction to his speech with David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief of The Guardian.
Ireland is going to the polls tomorrow to vote in two referendums that would change the language on family and care in the Constitution. We debate with Brenda Power, Columnist with the Sunday Times and Irish Daily Mail and also Keith Walsh, Divorce and Family Law Solicitor.
An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has backed controversial EU plans to crack down on migration, denying that the proposals are the same as the UK’s Rwanda Policy. We get reaction from Aodhán Ó Ríordáin, Labour’s Justice and Education Spokesperson.
An Oireachtas Committee is to recommend that legislation is introduced to allow for assisted dying if a person has a terminal illness and has only a short time to live. To discuss further we spoke to Professor Siobhan McHale, Consultant liaison psychiatrist in Beaumont hospital and member of the college of psychiatrists of Ireland.
Are we guilty of spoiling our children with elaborate experiences and material things? Shane discusses with Jen Hogan, Journalist and Columnist with the Irish Times.
“I already have my bag packed. I will walk into prison knowing I haven’t done anything to anyone” -so says Tipperary man Sean Meehan who has been threatened with jail time for building a log cabin on his own land. Sean joined Ciara this morning on the show.
Legislation to criminalise the sort of “sex for rent” scams first exposed by an Irish Examiner reporter has been introduced into the Dáil by Sinn Fein.Speaking to Ciara was Laura Harmon, Executive Director of the Irish Council for International Students.
An Bord Pleanala hearings into the Metrolink are currently underway. Today the focus will be on traffic management plans, land and property acquistion along the route. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with his view of plans for Metrolink was Duncan Stewart, environmentalist and architect,
A new EU deal will see regulation on packaging and packaging waste with the aim to tackle the increase in packaging waste generated across the EU. We got the details from Abi O’Callaghan Platt, Policy Director at VOICE Ireland.
The UN’s Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Committee has told Ireland to shore up its corporate tax policies as they are hindering efforts to ensure wealthy individuals and businesses are not exploiting loopholes to hide profits. To debate this Ciara was joined on the show by Seamus Coffey, Former Chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council and Economist at UCC and also Christian Aid Ireland’s Head of Policy and Advocacy, Conor O’Neill.
Sex education to be taught at earlier age is one of several potential changes, in what will biggest planned shake-up to primary education in 25 years. Shane discussed this further with Dr Patrick Sullivan, Deputy CEO of the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment.
No country in the world affords women the same opportunities as men in the workforce that’s according to a new report from the World Bank Sonya Lennon, founder of WorkEqual gave her reaction to these findings.
Three days of negotiations with Hamas over a ceasefire in Gaza have failed to achieve a breakthrough We get the latest from Eylon Levy, Israeli Government spokesperson.
Fianna Fáil Councillor, Michael Cahill has described the Ring of Kerry Road an embarrassment and claims 70% of the road is substandard. Michael spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
President Joe Biden and Donald Trump are sweeping the state primaries. We get the latest on what was Super Tuesday with David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief of The Guardian.
From about the age of 40, men start to lose about 1% of their testosterone per year, which can lead to a variety of symptoms and issues. So what can be done about the “manopause”? Ciara spoke to Professor Barry O’Reilly, Clinical Director and founder at aNuMe medical clinic...
Minister of State, Neale Richmond has said he wants asylum seekers to be able to work after two months of arriving in the country. John Lannon, CEO of Doras joined Shane on Newstalk Breakfast to discuss...
All this week across the station we are going to be spreading the cúpla focal as part of Sheachtain na Gaeilge.Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie set out to find Irish being spoken where you might not expect.
Gaza health authorities have said at least 104 people were killed and more than 280 wounded by Israeli forces as they waited for an aid delivery. Speaking to Shane this morning was Member of the Political Bureau of Hamas and a former Health Minister Dr Basem Naim.
The open season for deer hunting in Ireland has been extended by three months for male deer and by one month for female and antlerless young males as a response to problems arising with expanding deer population We get a reaction from Denis Drennan, President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association and also John Tierney, Campaigns Director at the Association of Hunt Saboteurs.
Ryanair Chief Executive Michael O'Leary has called for emergency legislation to lift cap on Dublin Airport passenger numbers. Ciara sat down with Michael and began by asking him why he feels it’s important that the passenger cap be increased.
This morning marks the beginning of Seachtain na Gaeilge, which runs until St. Patrick’s Day. So should we all be making an extra effort to use our cúpla focail over the next few weeks? Ciara was joined on the show by Louise Cantillon is a Radio and TV Presenter with Today FM to discuss further.
President Joe Biden has rowed back on his optimism that an Israeli – Hamas ceasefire would happen by Monday. The president said reports of Israeli fire on Palestinians crowding around aid trucks would complicate talks. Hannah McCarthy, journalist in Israel brings us an update.
Ireland's first National Waste Management Plan for a Circular Economy is launching today. We speak to Kevin Swift who is the Regional Waste Co-Ordinator Connacht Ulster.
President Michael D Higgins was taken to hospital after feeling unwell at Áras an Uachtaráin We get the latest from Mairead Maguire, Reporter with The Journal.
College dropout rates have increased significantly amid signs that more students are struggling with issues such as mental health, long-distance commuting and financial pressures according to new data released by the Higher Education Authority. For more on this we spoke to Dean Kenny, Student Union President at the University of Galway.
Garda Commissioner, Drew Harris has described Ireland as an ‘affluent and wealthy’ place for international drug gangs to target. We get a reaction with Paul Williams, Irish Independent Journalist and Author of The Monk: The Life and Crimes of Ireland's Most Enigmatic Gang Boss.
Dublin busker, Tilly Cripwell has started a campaign to ‘leave Molly mAlone’ - against the tradition of groping the statue’s breasts for good luck. Tilly spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
EU Ombudsman Emily O'Reilly has called for a public inquiry into the deaths of migrants in the Mediterranean. Emily explained her concerns to Newstalk Breakfast.
This week Sinn Fein introduce their Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Bill (2023) at first stage in the Dáil. This Bill attempts to provide greater protections for those renting in digs. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Sinn Fein spokesperson on Further and Higher Education, Mairead Farrell.
There is an investigation into the sale of expired formula in Dunnes Stores after a complaint that a baby fell ill it is now under investigation by the HSE and the Food Safety Authority of Ireland. Ciara got the details from Eimer McAuley, News Reporter with The Journal who broke this story.
ActionAid are warning that people, including young children, on the verge of dying in the streets as Gaza’s hunger crisis reaches critical level Karol Balfe, CEO of ActionAid spoke to Shane this morning on the show to discuss further.
It’s rude, distracting and the acting equivalent of having your pants pulled down in a playground, so says actress Joanna Lumley when discussing why she wants to see an end to sex scenes. Brenda Power, columnist with the Sunday Times and Irish Daily mail agrees with Joanna Lumley and she told us why.
Men’s role in care needs to be recognised and promoted in our Constitution. That's the view of the Men’s development network. Their CEO, Sean Cooke spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
All Things Considered: Cutting school holidays. Shane and Jonathan discussed first thing this morning.
Minister Catherine Martin faced questions at the media committee last night . Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Niamh Smyth, Chair of the Oireachtas Media Committee.
There have been calls for School summer holidays in England to be cut to four weeks. Is it time we considered something similar here? We asked Jennifer Horgan, secondary school teacher and Irish examiner columnist.
The Town Centre First Policy launched is a major cross-government policy that aims to tackle vacancy, combat dereliction and breathe new life into our town centres. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Mairéad Hunt, National Co-ordinator at Town Centre First.
MEPs are debating forcing motorists to pass medical exams if they want to keep their driving licences in a bid to reduce road deaths by 50% by 2030. The proposals state that motorcycle, car and tractor drivers get a medical check every 15 years, while bus and truck users would be assessed every 5 years. One person who doesn’t think this goes far enough is Elber Twomey, Road Safety Campaigner who joined Shane this morning.
Social Democrats TD & Spokesperson for the Climate and Children, Jennifer Whitmore will introduce new legislation in the Dáil this week aiming to remove politicians’ addresses from ballot papers . Jennifer explained why to Jonathan this morning on the show.
The construction of the Metrolink line “cannot be at the expense of Ireland’s national heritage”, the Office of Public Works (OPW) has told An Bord Pleanála’s hearing on the €9.5 billion rail project. We speak to Virginia Teehan, CEO of the Heritage Council.
Minister for Education, Norma Foley will bring a memo to cabinet today on School Transport Review plans, with lower school bus rates currently available set to be kept for the next academic year We get reaction from Eric Nelligan, Assistant Principal at St Munchins College Limerick and Aontú’s Education Spokesperson.
Minister Catherine Martin is to appear before the media committee later today over the resignation of Rte chair Siún Ní Raghallaigh. Shane spoke to Ivan Yates, broadcaster and former politician.
Celtic boss, Brendan Rodgers has come under fire for calling BBC reporter, Jane Lewis a ‘good girl’ in a post-match interview following their win over Motherwell on Sunday Lauren Moore, BBC Newsreader and Sports reporter spoke to Ciara this morning.
President Joe Biden has joked to aides that the key to a long and lasting marriage is “good sex,” this is according to a new book about the nation’s first ladies that casts a spotlight on his 47-year romance with Jill Biden With more on this we heard from Mairead Loughman, matchmaker and podcast host with Love HQ.
The European Parliament will vote on the EU Nature Restoration law later today. But is it a good idea? We put this question to Eddie Punch, General Secretary with Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association and also Fintan Kelly, From the Environmental Pillar.
A vigil as held last night after news broke that a homeless woman was found dead in Dublin city. The woman who was 47 years of age was named as Ann Delaney, originally from Co Laois. We heard from Chris O’Reilly from the Liberty soup run.
The work to put manners on the internet is continuing - this time with Google permanently banning advertisers who post fake endorsements. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent and presenter of Tech Talk Jess Kelly brings us the details.
A pilot programme to train prisoners to retrofit homes will get under way today. We get more details from Saoirse Brady, Executive Director Irish Penal Reform Trust.
‘We tax what we eat and earn but not jet fuel; that is bizarre’ that’s the view of Europe’s new climate commissioner. To debate Ciara was joined in studio by Oisin Coughlan, CEO of Friends of the Earth and also Eoghan Corry, Owner and Editor of Travel Extra.
Bad manners, aggression and anti-social behaviour are rampant. Have we forgotten how to be nice? So wrote David Quinn, Columnist with the Sunday Independent who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
There have been calls for Media minister Catherine Martin to resign over her handling of RTE. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Imelda Munster, Member of the Media and Public Accounts Committees and Sinn Fein TD for Louth.
Question time for the parents; have you lost friends as your family has grown? Well, if the answer is yes you're not alone. Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports on losing friends to parenthood.
There is No safe limit’ for indoor sunbed use that is the warning from leading dermatologists. We hear from Prof Catriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist at the institute of Dermatologists.
The US, Egypt, Qatar and Israel have come to an understanding of "basic contours" of a hostage deal for a temporary ceasefire in Gaza, that’s according to US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan Hannah McCarthy, Journalist in Israel gave an update to Newstalk Breakfast.
Gardaí have launched a probe into the death of a man in Co Kerry on Sunday. We get the latest on this with Anne Lucey, Journalist in Kerry.
Tomorrow will mark the 2nd anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and sadly the war is still ongoing. We spoke to Alexander Rodnyansky, Advisor to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss where we are at in terms of the war?
RTÉ chair Siún Ní Raghallaigh has dramatically resigned overnight. We get more reaction with Shane Ross , Journalist, Author and former Cabinet Minister and Seamus Dooley who is the Irish Secretary of National Union of Journalists.
All Things Considered: RTÉ Board Chair resigns. Shane and Ciara discussed what was breaking news overnight.
An increase in supply has put rental inflation on the decline. So found the latest Daft.ie Rental Report published this morning. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Ronan Lyons is an Associate Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin and author of the report.
RTÉ chair Siún Ní Raghallaigh has dramatically resigned overnight. Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent, Fionnan Sheahan brought us up to speed on what has happened.
The Football Association of Ireland will appear in front of the Government’s Public Accounts Committee later this morning. Brian Stanley, Sinn Féin TD and Chair of the Public Accounts Committee spoke to Shane ahead of the meeting.
‘Egg freezing can be emotionally, physically and financially demanding, raising hopes with no guarantee of success.’ So wrote UK Journalist, Katie Roseinsky. Michaele Hayes, Spin Radio Presenter spoke to Shane a little earlier to talk about her own experience.
Data centres “are a good thing” and Ireland should accommodate them “as much as we can”, according to the IDA. Is it time the moratorium on the building of new data centres in Dublin is lifted? To discuss with Ciara was Financial Analyst Karl Deeter and Senior Lecturer in clean energy at University College Cork Paul Deane.
“I’ll be voting No in the (upcoming, March 8th) referendums as a protest but not for the reasons you might think”, That's the title of an article by Consumer Columnist and Host of the Home Show on Newstalk, Sinead Ryan, in the Irish Independent. Sinead spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
32 per cent of transition year students reported having self-harmed at some point in their lifetime.
That’s according to new research from the University of Galway, which found high rates of self-harm among teenagers and a decline in their mental health and wellbeing. We get reaction to these findings with Emmet Major, Project Co-Ordinator at Planet Youth.
One in five European companies are considering cutting salaries for remote workers, according to a new study published by spend management platform, Pleo. Speaking to Shane with more on this was Caroline Reidy, Human Resource Expert from the HR Suite.
The Irish Fiscal council are today hosting their annual conference focusing on climate budgeting. Its Acting Chair, Michael McMahon spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
Public contracts securing hotel accommodation for refugee and asylum seekers are a concern for Ireland’s tourism industry, particularly in rural Ireland - that’s according to new research from Fáilte Ireland Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Eoghan O’Mara Walsh, CEO of Irish Tourism Industry Confederation.
Eir, Vodafone and Three Ireland are set to hike their prices in the next two months. The bills for some people on bundled plans will rise by €96 a year. Jess Kelly Newstalk's Technology Correspondent brings us the details.
Muslim leaders need to assess security after says the Chairperson of the Irish Muslim Peace and Integration Council, Shaykh Dr Umar Al Qadri who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly discusses new funding for organ donation and transplant services.
There is no doubt that there is a wider awareness of mental health issues today but could our need to identify and understand issues, sometimes without the help of experts, actually cause us to suffer more? Speaking to Ciara this morning was Dr Padraic Gibson, Psychotherapist, Senior Research Associate at DCU and Clinical Director of the OCD Clinic in Dublin.
We are in peak wedding prep season as many couples got engaged over the New Year and Valentine's Day. Brides will be trying on dresses and venues will be getting inspected. But one thing for certain is that more and more of the wedding celebrations are moving online. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie set out to look at the digital trends of weddings in 2024.
Residents of century-old houses in Dublin’s inner-city neighbourhoods are afraid their homes will not withstand the tunnelling needed for MetroLink. To discuss further Shane spoke to Local Labour Senator, Marie Sherlock.
The US has vetoed a resolution at the UN demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza after proposing its own draft urging a temporary ceasefire. To give an update on the situation there was Sean Bell, Retired former fighter Pilot, current Defence Consultant and co host of the Red Matrix Podcast.
83 percent of transport sector feel abuse and anti-social behaviour is an issue for them at work. So found a new survey from SIPTU, who have renewed their call for a dedicated transport police. Speaking to Ciara this morning on the show was Adrian Kane, SIPTU National Officer with responsibility for Transport and Aviation.
All EU countries except Hungary have joined a call for an "immediate humanitarian pause" in the Gaza war, foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has said. Dr. Jilan Abdalmajid Palestinian Ambassador to Ireland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Newstalk’s Simon Tierney has been reading fairy tales to his daughters since they were born but sometimes feels like the need to alter stories.. Simon explained to Ciara why.
Lawyers for former solicitor Michael Lynn have said that he has instructed them to file an immediate appeal against his conviction and sentence and has called for the Oireachtas to set up a tribunal into banking in Ireland Ciaran Mullholland, Michael Lynns solicitor spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
The price of a pint has gone over the ten euro mark in Dublin. We knew it was only a matter of time, but the day has landed when you will pay 10:45 for a pint of cider in a pub/restaurant in Temple Bar. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie, has set out to meet with publicans, customers and tourists to hear their thoughts on the price of a pint.
The Midleton and East Cork Flood Protection Group are today handing a petition into Leinster House over concerns around the lack of urgency in providing flood protection in Cork. Shane spoke to their secretary of the group Caroline Leahy.
There is ‘strong international evidence that improving active travel facilities boosts rates of cycling and walking’. That’s according to new research from the ESRI on Active Travel Schemes We speak to Martina Callanan, Member of the Irish Cycling Campaign and Deputy Chair of the Galway Cycling Campaign.
New lender MoCo is prepared to issue mortgages that people can pay off until the age of 80. Most lenders have credit policies that mean they want the mortgage paid off by the time the homeowner reaches the age of 70. With more on this, Shane spoke to Brendan Burgess Founder of the consumer forum Ask about money.com.
New York has become the first city in the US to sue social media companies over their impact on the wellbeing of young people. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent and host of Tech Talk, Jess Kelly brought us the details this morning on the show.
Henry McKean was on the red carpet last night at the Baftas and he reports on a big night for the Irish.
A new planning hearing into an underground rail line for Dublin gets underway this morning. Costing nine and a half billion euro is it worth the money? We ask Economist Colm McCarthy and Green Party TD for Dublin Central Neasa Hourigan.
“Sack the entire RTÉ board. After all, it wouldn't be the first time” so says Journalist and Author, Shane Ross who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Hundreds of thousands of young people leaving school every year without money skills, according to a new report by the Money and Pensions Service in the UK. We ask should teens be taught about money management in schools? We discuss with Santis O’Garro, owner of the Budget Mindset Club.
Thousands more children will become eligible for free school transport under plans being finalised by Minister for Education Norma Foley. We get reaction from Jennifer Whitmore, Social Democrats TD for Wicklow & Spokesperson for the Climate and children
Disabilities minister, Anne Rabbitte said she is “incredibly disappointed” at a decision by St John of God to withdraw from the disability and mental health services it provides to 8,000 children and adults and transfer them to the HSE. Minister Rabbitte spoke to Shane on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin has announced €20 million in support for the UN Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA). Shane spoke to the Tánaiste this morning.
Ryanair have called on Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan to remove the Dublin Airport traffic cap, or resign. Eddie Wilson, Chief Executive of Ryanair, DAC spoke to Ciara this morning with more on this.
Time-over-distance speed cameras are to be extended nationally, the Chief Executive of Transport Infrastructure Ireland has said. Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD gave his opinion on this move.
Reading fiction builds emotional literacy and empathy and if men are not reading it we have a problem. So wrote Jennifer Horgan in this morning’s Examiner. For more reaction we spoke to the best selling author Sheila O'Flanagan.
The policing body representing around 11,000 frontline gardaí has voted not to invite Commissioner Drew Harris to its delegate conference this year. We get reaction to this news from Patrick Horan, solicitor and former Garda.
‘My Uni Life’ returns to our screens this evening for a second season as cameras capture life across a busy year on campus This season features Dr Aviva Cohen, founder of the SeamlessCARE app, helping carers and parents communicate more easily with loved ones in their care. Dr Aviva spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
An Irish study from University of Galway and Mercy University Hospital Cork, has linked legal, readily available semi-synthetic cannabis to psychosis. Speaking about these findings was Bobby Smyth, Child Psychiatrist working in adolescent addiction services in Dublin.
Hezbollah has launched a retaliatory attack over the border into Israel after IDF strikes killed 10 people in the south of Lebanon on Wednesday. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Ghazi Hamad, Hamas spokesperson and former Deputy Foreign Minister for the Government in Gaza.
“From corsets and writing ink to avocados and e-cigarettes, the typical items in an average Irish shopping basket or “Basket of Goods” have changed drastically over the decades..” Ellen O’ Regan, Business journalist with Irish times explained to us what the ‘basket of goods’ is?
Councillors in Drogheda are due to hold a meeting later today to discuss the news that Drogheda's largest hotel is to be used as accommodation for people seeking international protection. Kevin Callan, Deputy Mayor of Drogheda and Independent Councillor soke to Shane this morning on the show with more on this.
From fillers to Botox, Gen Z have a major preoccupation with aesthetic treatments and staving off the visible signs of ageing But just how prevalent is it? We speak to Eavanna Breen, owner of the Eavanna Breen Skin & Laser Clinic .
Former financial officer Breda O’Keeffe should pay back the €450,000 exit payment from RTÉ, according to the Sinn Fein TD and Chair of the Public Accounts Committee Brian Stanley who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Israeli Ambassador to Ireland Dana Erlich, has been called by Leas Ceann Comhairle Catherine Connolly, to appear before politicians to be "made account" for the (alleged) "propaganda" that she is spreading. We asked Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD – is it time for the ambassador to be expelled?
A new €21 million grant scheme to boost electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure on motorway and dual carriageway networks across Ireland, has been announced by the Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Brian Caulfield, Associate Professor School of Engineering at Trinity College .
Dublin City Council are set to explore a switch from bags to bins in a bid to reduce litter on the streets. We get more details from Donna Cooney, Green Party Councillor for Clontarf.
Concerns of local parents have been “overlooked” when it comes to secondary school places. That’s according to Dublin Mother Jane Toolan who spoke Ciara this morning on the show.
Flowers – the go to gift for Valentines Day but is it the right gift or just the easy way out? You might be wondering what you should, hastily, get your partner on the way home from work today We asked Lulu O'Sullivan, Founder of Giftsdirect.com are flowers a good gift?
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has told the Dáil that €2.2billion is the maximum allocation for the completion of the National Children's Hospital, adding that the Government "will not be allocating any more". Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Dr Brian Turner, Health Economist with Cork University Business School, UCC.
Bad news for chocolate lovers! The cocoa has reached a record high, meaning the price of your favourite chocolate bars may take a serious hike.. We spoke to Tara Gartland, Owner of Tara Gartland Chocolate and Pastry Chef.
RTÉ chiefs past and present are preparing to grace the halls of Leinster House to appear before the Oireachtas Media Committee as the public broadcaster’s crisis rumbles on.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of the meeting this morning was Niamh Smyth, Chair of the Oireachtas Media Committee.
Close to half a million people in Ireland still smoke every day . Today is National No Smoking Day and the Irish pharmacy union are urging people to seek help in their local pharmacy. We were joined on the show by Tom Murray Treasurer of Irish pharmacy union and community pharmacist from Ramelton in Donegal.
Food delivery riders in Dublin are set to strike later this evening. Speaking to Shane this morning was Fiachra Ó Luain, Labour rights’ officer for the English Language Students’ Union of Ireland.
Gardaí are conducting searches a park in Santry, Dublin for missing Icelandic man Jon Jonsson, who went missing in 2019. We get the latest on this with Muiris O’Cearbhaill a Reporter for the Journal.
Aviva Insurance are warning homeowners and business owners of a fire risk from tumble dryers due to a spike in associated claims. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Gillian Devereux, Senior Loss Adjuster at Aviva Insurance.
Decisive action required to scrap TV licence and deliver sustainable public sector broadcasting and an independent media sector. That’s the call from Sinn Féin TD for Cork North Central Thomas Gould who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
All Things Considered: Should child benefit be means tested? Shane and Ciara discussed this morning.
French president Emmanual Macron announced a pilot scheme that would see school uniforms made compulsory across the country if successful. Should Ireland follow suit? Or ditch the uniform altogether? To debate this we heard from Eric Nelligan, Assistant Principal at St Munchins College Limerick and Emma de Souza, Writer & Political Commentator.
Minister for Social Protection, Heather Humphreys, is to seek Cabinet approval to extend Child Benefit to 18-year-olds who are in full time education, or who have a disability, from May 1st. Barra Roantree, Director of the MSc in Economic Policy at Trinity College Dublin spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Researchers at the UK Biobank Project have taken a major step towards a blood test that can predict the risk of dementia, more than a decade before the condition is formally diagnosed in patients. Prof Brian Lawlor, Professor of Old Age Psychiatry and Site Director for the Global Brain Health Institute Trinity College Dublin explained how significant this development is.
Facial recognition technology is “discriminatory", "unlawful”, “indiscriminate and pervasive surveillance”, says The Irish Council for Civil liberties Their Surveillance Senior Policy Officer Olga Cronin spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Israel is facing growing international pressure over its intention to launch an all-out military assault on the city of Rafah, in the wake of a ferocious hostage rescue operation that killed dozens of Palestinians. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Eylon Levy Israeli Government spokesperson.
Kansas City Chiefs Stole victory in last night's Superbowl but many eyes tuned solely to catch a glimpse of America’s pop princess.. We asked Eileen Coyne, News Correspondent at Irish Independent, why are people so obsessed with Taylor Swift?
Apple recently released its €3,200 Vision Pro headset. Is it the future of home entertainment and will it normalise people walking around with VR headsets on? We discuss with Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly.
Chief executive of the Housing Agency, Bob Jordan has said that house prices must fall, in order to improve the housing crisis. To debate we heard from John Moran, Former chair of land development agency and also John Cummins, Fine Gael Spokesperson on Housing, Local Government and Heritage.
An increased Garda presence in Dublin, a crackdown on youth offenders, more 24-hour public transport and safe taxi hubs are among proposals made to Government by a business representative group in the wake of a riot that occurred last November. Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town told us what he thinks of these proposals.
All Things Considered: Should we get rid of trigger warnings? Shane and Ciara discuss this morning.
1,500 dog attacks have been reported to Gardaí in the past two years Despite this, some local authorities have failed to issue any fines in the past 4 years. Lynn Boylan, Sinn Fein’s Climate Spokesperson gave her reaction
NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg has warned against talk that "undermines security" after former US president Donald Trump spoke at a rally in South Carolina over the weekend.David Dunn, Professor in International Politics at the University of Birmingham spoke to Shane this morning.
Local Health Officials from the Hamas run health ministry in Gaza say dozens have been killed in Rafah Airstrikes earlier this morning. For an update on the situation there was Karol Balfe, CEO of ActionAid Ireland.
With Valentines day falling mid-week next week, many will be celebrating this weekend! Mairead Loughman, Matchmaker and Podcast Host with Love HQ Dublin told us what types of gifts should people be looking at to spoil their significant other?
US President Joe Biden will not face criminal charges for taking classified information about national security matters with him when he left the vice presidency in 2017, a prosecutor has concluded.
Scotland will raise minimum alcohol prices by almost one third this September. This means Scottish consumers will be unable to buy a bottle of red wine for less than £6.09 or a bottle of whisky for under £18.20. Sheila Gilheaney, CEO at Alcohol Action Ireland gave her reaction to Newstalk Breakfast.
Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform joins Ciara this morning on the show discusses Dublin city centre traffic, President Joe Biden and public sector pay.
Gardaí will not be marching in this year's St Patrick’s Day Parade in New York following an apparent disagreement at last year’s event We get reaction from Pat Marry, Former Detective Inspector and Author of ‘The Making of a Detective’.
The value of car loans surged by nearly 40% between July and September last year, while the total value of personal loan drawdowns reached a new high of €552 million during those three months. That’s according to new data from the Banking and Payments Federation Ireland. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Paul Merriman Financial Planning Expert from askpaul.ie
A newly published report has found that more than 40 Jesuit priests were accused of child sex abuse. Maeve Lewis, CEO of One in Four spoke to Jonathan this morning on the show.
67% of teenage girls lack crucial information about STEM careers that’s according to a new survey by i-Wish. With such a staggering statistic, how can we bridge this gap and empower young women in STEM? Joining Ciara was aeronautical engineer, Norah Patten.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a three-stage ceasefire plan put forward by Hamas. Vowing to continue Israel’s military offensive in Gaza until ‘total victory’ .We get the latest from Sean Bell, Former Fighter Pilot and Military Analyst.
An adult with a confirmed case of measles has died. Dr. Lucy Jessop, Director of Public Health at the HSE’s National Immunisation Office and Chair of the Measles Incident management team gave an update to Ciara this morning on the measles outbreak.
Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has said that a ban on private cars and commercial vehicles travelling through Dublin city centre will be in place by August. The Minister spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on this proposal.
All Things Considered: Clamping down on arson attacks. Ciara and Shane discussed this morning.
Our most intimate health data is a commodity in the hands of Big Tech. That's according to Dr Cailbhe Doherty , Assistant Professor at UCD School of Physiotherapy and researcher at the SFI Insight Centre for Data Analytics, UCD who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Rent levels in existing tenancies remain lower than in new tenancies that’s according to the Q3 2023 RTB Rent Index Report. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Marian Finnegan Sherry Fitzgerald Managing Director.
People are under an effective ‘curfew’ in their homes amid a ‘tidal wave of anti-social behaviour’ in Limerick. That’s according to Willie O'Dea, local Fianna Fáil TD, who spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow snow and ice warning for eight counties as temperatures across the country are set to plummet. Aoife Kealy, Forecaster with Met Eireann explained what areas most affected?
Hurkle-durkling is the latest lifestyle trend on TikTok. The Scottish term means “to lie in bed or lounge about when one should be up and about.” So what is it, and should we all be doing it? Iseult White, Psychotherapist and Author joins us with more on this.
Shops and restaurants 'will see mass closures' without Vat relief that's according to Retail Excellence Ireland. Their CEO and owner of Willow.ie, Jean McCabe spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on the concerns about a measles outbreak.
‘The government committed twice as much spend on public transport as there is to road infrastructure. I think road infrastructure has a long term future.’ That’s the view of Colm Markey, MEP for the Midlands Northwest Constituency who spoke to Shane this morning.
I beg you, stop marketing the menopause to me! That’s the call from freelance journalist Niamh O’Reilly who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Donald Trump’s immunity claims in an election interference case have been denied by a federal appeals court We get the latest from Larry Donnelly, University of Galway Law Lecturer and Political Columnist with The Journal.
The European Commission has recommended that the European Union slash net greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040 Francie Gorman, President of the Irish Farmers Association spoke to Shane with regard to this recommendation.
King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer. We get the latest from Jennie Bond, Former BBC Royal Correspondent.
The Government is planning a measles vaccination programme for Leaving Cert and college students amid increasing concerns over an outbreak of the disease. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Donegal GP Dr Denis McCauley, and member of the Irish Medical Organisation GP committee.
The Irish Independent estimates around 500 to 700 people attended the anti-immigration protest yesterday and there were many families, women and children, as well as groups of men. Should parents bring their kids to protests? We discussed with Stella O’Malley, Psychotherapist and Author.
Plans to reallocate road space across Dublin city centre from private cars to buses, cyclists and pedestrians have received ‘overwhelming’ support by the public We get reaction from Brian Caulfield, Professor in Transportation at the School of Engineering at Trinity College and also Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town.
All Things Considered: Bringing kids to protests. Good idea, bad idea? Ciara and Shane discussed.
As part of the Newstalk Amárach Poll, we wanted to find out people's opinions on the proposed introduction of a 'Latte Levy'. And a national ban on single use cups.
51% said they were in favour of a 'Latte Levy', which would add a 20 cent charge on paper take away coffee cups. While 49% are in favour of a ban on single use coffee cups. Henry McKean met coffee industry leaders, who say 300 coffee shops have closed in the last few months and don't need any more pressure.
A senior investigating officer has been appointed by gardaí after a building complex was set alight in Co Dublin over the weekend Speaking to Ciara this morning was Teresa Buczkowska, Migrant rights campaigner.
King Charles has been diagnosed with a form of cancer, that’s according to Buckingham Palace. We get the latest from Broadcaster and Journalist Vinny McAvinney.
Is the quality of fast fashion on the decline? Well, one person who's sworn it off entirely is Fionnuala Jones, Broadcaster and Content Creator and Fionnuala joined us on the show this morning.
20 years ago a new website was founded and changed the world forever. But did we realise the power and impact it would have on all of us? Henry McKean reports on Facebook and its legacy, good and bad and the harm social media has had on our children.
Entitled parents need to stop badgering teachers out of hours. So wrote Sarah Harte in the Examiner. We get reaction from Jennifer Horgan is a Secondary School teacher and Irish Examiner Columnist.
18 People have lost their Lives on our roads this year. Sarah O’Connor, Director of Partnerships and External Affairs RSA spoke to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of a busy bank holiday weekend on the roads.
Equality Minister Roderic O’Gorman said he had an “open mind” for creating new social welfare supports for stay-at-home parents. Ciara asked Jen Hogan, journalist and columnist is this a good idea or bad idea?
Amsterdam has become the first European capital to call for a global Plant Based Treaty to address food system impacts on climate change the city will look at Vegan Fridays to lower food emissions in the city Lisette Weustenenk , Campaigner from Plant Based Treaty, the Netherlands explained it all to Shane this morning on the show.
Next week, Áine Healy Collins will launch a new book, “Hollie’s Journey”, which has a special significance for herself and her family and Áine spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about her book and how it helped with the loss of her daughter.
An Post has issued a new set of stamps to mark Saint Brigid’s Day and the pagan festival of Imbolc, which both fall today. Aileen Mooney, Irish Stamps Manager with An Post told Newstalk Breakfast about the new stamps.
Sean Crowe, Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Health has said that Five-year wait for weight-loss surgery is forcing obese people to go to Turkey Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr Donal O’Shea, HSE Lead for Obesity.
The new deposit return scheme launches today how will it work? Ciara was joined on the show this morning by Minister of State with responsibility for Circular Economy, Ossian Smyth.
“We’ve come to the end of the road with clamping in terms of its effectiveness.” That’s the view of James Geoghegan, Fine Gael Dublin Bay South General Election Candidate who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast. Also joining the conversation was Michael Pidgeon, Green Party Dublin City Councillor.
The Arts Council is inviting every school across Ireland to be part of Creative February a new initiative to encourage students to embrace their creativity But is traditional schooling actually stifling this creativity? To discuss Ciara spoke to Aoife Dunne, teacher, comedian and content creator.
Dark, unlit streets in Limerick are causing women in the city to take long detours for their own safety, according to local councillor Sarah Kiely. Yvie Murphy, Co-Ordinator of women's collective Ireland, Limerick joined Ciara this morning and was asked Is this the case?
An exit package paid to RTÉ's former chief financial officer Breda O’Keeffe was not brought before the executive board of the broadcaster before being approved that's according to a damning new report on voluntary exit schemes Patrick Downes, Managing Partner at Lionheart & Former Chair of the Corporate Governance Association of Ireland spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
From tomorrow, the Irish Defence Forces sees a relaxation of their dress code such as allowing beards, pony tails and painted nails. Joining Ciara to discuss the implications and the rationale behind these changes is Keith Caffrey, the Defence Forces Sergeant Major.
Mary Lou McDonald claimed Irish unity is "within touching distance," signaling transformative shifts across Ireland. To dissect these remarks and their implications, Shane is joined by Newton Emerson, Political Commentator in the North and columnist with the Irish Times and Sunday Times.
Following the FAI's commitment to reforms as a condition of a 2020 bailout, a recent report highlights the extension granted for achieving gender balance on its board. Thomas Byrne, Minister for Sport, shares insights on the progress and challenges faced by the FAI.
Following an eye-opening discussion with Lisa Tierney Keogh about her prolonged journey to an Endometriosis diagnosis, and the dismissal of her symptoms, many listeners reached out to share analogous experiences. Ciara and Dr. Caoimhe Hartley, a GP specialising in women's health, delve into why this issue persists and its implications.
Drawing on Brianna Parkins' Irish Times piece, which argues that buying more does not equate to self-improvement, Shane engages with Brianna to explore how TikTok and Instagram might be driving a quest for a better lifestyle through consumption.
The Taxis for Ireland Coalition is set to present their case to TDs and Senators today, demanding urgent government action to alleviate the shortage. Fine Gael Senator Tim Lombard, who is hosting the presentation, joins Shane to discuss the issue in depth.
Journalist Amanda Ferguson speaks to Ciara about the details of the agreement with the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) that aims to restore power-sharing. The complete text of the deal is anticipated to be unveiled later today.
Ciara Kelly, in her recent article for the Irish Independent, titled "Female Pain and Medical Symptoms Are Too Often Dismissed — This Bias Endangers the Health of Women and Girls," sheds light on a concerning issue. Joining her this morning is Lisa Tierney Keogh, an endometriosis patient and writer, to discuss the prevalence of women's pain being ignored or underestimated.
A recent study reveals the moon is gradually shrinking, resulting in an increasing number of landslides. But what does this mean for future astronauts? Leo Enright, space commentator, joins us to shed light on these findings.
Ireland's housing stock has plummeted to an unprecedented low, as reported by property advisory firm Sherry FitzGerald. Marian Finnegan, the firm's Managing Director, joins Ciara to discuss the details behind this critical issue.
After nearly two years, the DUP has reached an agreement to reinstate the power-sharing executive. Paula Bradshaw, Alliance Party MLA for South Belfast, and Conor Murphy, Sinn Féin MLA for Newry-Armagh share their perspectives on this pivotal moment.
Gardaí are looking into the recent unearthing of skeletal remains in East Cork. Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent for the Independent, joins Shane to provide the latest update.
After nearly two years, the DUP has struck a deal to re-establish the power-sharing executive. Amanda Ferguson, a freelance journalist, discusses this significant development with Ciara Kelly.
In the wake of a government initiative to curb record-high asylum applications, Algeria and Botswana are set to join the list of 'safe countries.' This move significantly impacts the process and prospects for asylum seekers in Ireland. Lucky Khambule, Co-founder of the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland, sheds light on the implications of this decision.
The proposal to boost Dublin Airport's passenger cap from 32 million to 40 million is stirring debate. Dublin MEP Ciarán Cuffe labels the plan as "bald faced." He joins Ciara to share his concerns and the rationale behind his stance on this significant expansion.
Chair of the RTÉ Board Siún Ní Raghallaigh has said the Board is happy to attend Oireachtas committees to discuss the findings set out in the Grant Thornton Report into Toy Show The Musical. Media Minister Catherine Martin spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Ireland has been found guilty of providing unsafe drinking water to thousands of people served by supplies tainted with a chemical compound linked to cancer. Noel Byrne, Programme Manager of the EPA's Office of Environment Enforcement explained to us how this has happened.
Negotiators are on the brink of a pay deal for the country’s 385,000 public servants, according to sources at talks that continued into the early hours this morning. Anne Marie Walsh, Industry Correspondent with the Irish Independent brought us up to speed.
Ireland’s review of the handling of the Covid-19 pandemic is to have a “no-blame” approach and will “not be a UK-style” inquiry, Opposition politicians have been told. Peadar Toibín, Aontú leader,told Ciara what he thought of this proposed evaluation?
Now this week marks Cervical Cancer Prevention Week and Cervical Check is encouraging all those who are due a smear test to go out and get one. Speaking to Shane this morning was Professor Nóirín Russell, Clinical Director of Cervical Check.
The interim ruling from the international court of justice will take place today on South Africa’s allegation of genocide against Israel. For more on this Ciara spoke to Eylon Levy, Israeli Government Spokesperson.
A Catholic bishop written to the Irish Medical Council to ask whether it has now decided it is acceptable for doctors to take part in the deliberate killing of a patient. Bishop of Elphin Kevin Doran spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
The RTÉ board did not give written approval for the Toy Show the Musical, which went on to record losses of €2.2 million, a new report has found. Shane Ross, Former Minister & Author gave his reaction to Newstalk Breakfast.
Do we want a society in which non-marital relationships are the easier, equal and growing norm?” That is question posed by Michael McDowell Senator, Former Tanaiste and Minister for Justice who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Chair of the Citizens’ Assembly on Drugs Use, Paul Reid will today launch the Assembly’s final report Minister of State with responsibility for Public Health, Well Being, and the National Drugs Strategy Hildegarde Naughton will also be in attendance at today’s launch and the Minister spoke to Shane this morning.
The acting chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council has written to the government in criticism of proposals that would see pay for his role reduced by 50 per cent. McMahon spoke to Shane this morning.
The Oireachtas will today consider a petition that calls for extra time for dyslexic students in Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate exams. Monica Grant, Mother of 2 dyslexic teenagers explained why this call is important.
The National Women’s Council are today launching their campaign urging the public to Yes and Yes in the upcoming referendum. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Catherine Day was Chair of Citizen’s Assembly on Gender Equality.
Walking the Walk is a charity event which will take place on the 20th & 21st of April 2024. Andrew McGinley father of his children Darragh, Conor and Carla told us about this event to honour the legacy of his late children.
The HSE recruitment ban may lead to longer queues, demoralised staff and public money wastage – an internal draft document has warned Speaking to Shane this morning was Mick Molloy, Member of the IMO Consultant Committee.
More than 90,000 animals were used for testing in Irish laboratories in 2022. That’s according to the latest figures from the Health Products Regulatory Authority. We spoke to Dr Dan Lyons Policy Consultant at the Irish Anti-Vivisection Society.
Shops and pharmacies must accept notes and coins under new ‘access to cash’ laws approved by cabinet yesterday. We details these new laws with Michael McGrath, Minster for Finance.
Screen Ireland is launching its 2024 Slate of over 40 Film, TV Drama, Documentary and Animation Projects today! Louise Ryan, Screen Ireland Spokesperson told Newstalk Breakfast what can we expect.
Around 29,000 homes and businesses are without electricity because of storm damage. We get the latest on the situation with
Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather and also Brian Tapley is a senior engineer with the ESB.
Donald Trump won the key New Hampshire primary, moving him ever closer to locking in the Republican presidential nomination. We got statside to get the latest from David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief of The Guardian.
Should a ‘junk food tax’ be introduced to tackle Ireland obesity crisis? We discuss this with Cormac Lucey, Economics Columnist with Sunday times Ireland.
The Doomsday Clock which is to be updated for 2024 today .But is it the end the world? We hear from SJ Beard, Senior research Associate at the Centre for the study of Existential Risk.
Hurlers on the ditch are clueless, moving Dublin port for housing is nonsensical, those are the words from ex-Dublin Port chief Eamon O’Reilly. Alan Robinson, CEO of Dockland Business forum, gave his reaction to Eamonn’s comments to Newstalk Breakfast.
The government should issue a public statement in support of South Africa’s case at the International Court of Justice against Israel. That’s the call this morning from Caoimhe De Barra, Trócaire CEO who told us why on Newstalk Breakfast.
The new Access to Cash laws will see grocery shops and pharmacies forced to accept cash as part of new plans to keep physical money in the economy Speaking to Ciara this morning was Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for County Kerry.
More than 80% of people want an end to social media companies building up dossiers about their users. So finds a new survey from the Irish Council for Civil Liberties. Speaking to Shane this morning was Dr Johnny Ryan is a Senior Fellow with the ICCL.
The number of vacant properties is down but how do we keep the momentum going? The number of vacant and derelict properties is continuing to drop across the country, according to a new report by GeoDirectory. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Marian Finnegan, Managing Director of Sherry Fitzgerald.
Storm Jocelyn is set to cause yet more chaos in the country when it hits later this evening. We askJoanna Donnelly Meteorologist with Met Eireann how bad is it going to be?
The number of dogs being surrendered is on the rise, as the cost-of-living is forcing pet owners to make some tough decisions. Those working in animal rescue are appealing to people to think long and hard before purchasing a pet and to always adopt, instead of buying. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been meeting with those caring for animals to hear how inflation is affecting pet-owners:
Many of us are counting down the days until the first pay-cheque of the year, and if you’re in the same boat - some good news! Rather than charging fees for streaming services, audiobooks or e-learning - there’s an outlet that offers all of this and more for free! Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brings us all the details.
Ian Bailey, who became the chief suspect for the 1996 murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier, died suddenly yesterday in west County Cork. Speaking to Shane this morning was Nick Foster is a Journalist and author of ‘Murder at Roaringwater’ and also Frank Buttimer who was Ian Bailey’s solicitor.
The Taoiseach was wrong to claim the rules are enforced in our immigration system. So says Michael McNamara, Independent TD for Clare who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Clean-up efforts are to get underway this morning after Storm Isha swept through the country. We spoke to Keith Leonard is Director of fire and emergency management at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government. What can we expect in terms of flights? We heard from Graeme McQueen, Media relations Manager with the DAA with an update.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has suspended his campaign for President, as the race for the Republican nomination looks set for an early conclusion. David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief of The Guardian brought us the latest on this.
Householders are urged to make ‘recycling of household electrical waste’ a new year’s resolution under a new awareness campaign launched today by the government. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Ossian Smyth, Minister of State with responsibility for Public Procurement, eGovernment and Circular Economy.
Clean-up efforts are to get underway this morning after Storm Isha swept through the country. We spoke to Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather and ask how severe were yesterday’s winds? Also for an update on the power outages across the country was Brian Tapley is a Regional Manager, ESB Network .
Richard Morgan, A 93-year-old Cork man has baffled scientists seeking the secrets of ageing well. Mr Morgan is the subject of a new study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, that examined his training, diet and physiology. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Lorcan Daly, Richard’s grandson is an assistant lecturer in exercise science at the Technological University of the Shannon and one of the authors of the study.
A balaclava, a cannabis joint along with a screwdriver and pliers were among the floral tributes at hitman Tristan Sherry's funeral this week. Should this be allowed though? Is it glorifying criminality? We discuss with Brenda Power Columnist with the Sunday Times and the Irish Daily Mail.
Voters in Republic remain hostile to Commonwealth and are opposed to the prospect of a future united Ireland being a member, poll finds To discuss with Shane this morning was Dr. Ruth Dudley Edwards, Historian and Author of The Seven: The Lives and Legacies of the Founding Fathers of the Irish Republic.
The Road Safety Authority, the European Transport Safety Council and the Medical Bureau of Road Safety will host the Safe and Sober seminar on drink driving in Ireland in UCD today We hear from Noel Matthews, Transport Manager at Matthews Coaches.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he has informed the United States that he opposes the establishment of a Palestinian state as part of any postwar scenario. We speak to Patrick Bury, Senior Security lecturer at the University of Bath, former NATO analyst and army officer.
‘Grossly unfair’ minimum bill threshold could stop you from getting electricity credits. That's according to People Before Profit TD, Richard Boyd Barrett who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Protesters are to gather this Sunday in Limerick to highlight the continuing problem of record overcrowding at University Hospital Limerick. Ciara spoke to Protest organiser, Mike Daly and asked why he felt the need to organise this protest.
The Army’s bomb squad has been deployed to the scene of the explosion in Dublin City centre in which one man died yesterday. We get the latest on this with Shauna Bowers, Irish Times Reporter.
Over 50% of women aged 35-54, and nearly 25% of men under 45 acknowledge having experienced unhealthy relationships. That’s according to a new survey. To discuss these findings was Dr Caroline West, Sex educator and relationship columnist with the Irish Independent.
Nearly three quarters of people have a monthly budget but just one in four stick to it, according to a new survey from AIB. So where are people going wrong? Here to shed some light is Paul Merriman, Financial planning expert from askpaul.ie.
A UK public health expert is today visiting Dublin to warn legislators and regulators that extreme measures to ban flavoured vapes will have detrimental effects on tobacco-free ambitions. Clive Bates is the Director of Counterfactual and former Director of Action on Smoking and Health (UK) and joined Ciara this morning on the show.
The owner of a building in Longford where a fire began after it was earmarked to house 85 Ukrainians has pulled out of the agreement with the Department of Integration over concerns regarding his family’s safety. We speak to Independent Councillor Mark Casey.
The Government must make reform of the television licence fee a “legislative priority” for this Dáil term. That’s the call from Susan Kirby, Chief Executive of Screen Producers Ireland who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Put trains on disused railway lines, not just bicycles That’s the call from Eamon O’Cuiv, Fianna Fail Spokesperson on Rural Development who joined Shane in the studio this morning.
The Labour Party’s Fertility Leave Bill has been pushed out for twelve months by the government. Ivana Bacik, Labour Leader, joined Shane this morning and was ask was she disappointed with this decision.
Longer-term commitments needed to achieve our ‘Housing For All’ 2024 target. That’s according to an annual Irish construction industry review, published today by AECOM. Speaking to Ciara this morning on the show was Hubert Fitzpatrick, Director General of the Construction Industry Federation.
What do you do when your parents are pressuring you to marry? We're joined by author Naina Kumar. Naina, in your debut novel ‘Say You’ll Be My Jaan’, you explore the idea of a pair of friends trying to escape their matchmaking families. Is it still a thing, do you think? Do parents still put pressure on their kids to get married.
Senator Rónán Mullen denies that e-collars for cats and dogs are cruel as the government launch a public consultation about a possible ban Gillian Bird, DSPCA Head of Education and Media gave her view on the show this morning.
Friday is the deadline for appealing against the planned redevelopment of the Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre. A petition has also been started to have the centre listed as a protected structure. One of those who has made an appeal is the journalist Frank McDonald who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
The first meeting of the Department of Health’s Productivity and Savings Taskforce will take place today. The task force hopes to deal with the use of new technology, new ways of working, and the future cost of health care. Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Punitive tax needed on vulture funds to stop them buying-up family homes that's the call from Sinn Fein’s spokesperson on Housing Eoin O'Broin and he joins us on the show this morning along with Financial Advisor and Analyst, Karl Deeter.
We’ve been talking about it all morning, let’s come back to ADHD struggles and traditional schools. We ask why do children with ADHD struggle in traditional schools? To discuss Ciara spoke to Claire Twomey, Professional Advanced ADHD Coach.
Anxiety is intensifying in the workplace according to Laya Healthcare Workplace Wellbeing Survey. How do we tackle it? We’ve teamed up with Laya Healthcare to explore wellbeing in the workplace. Today we’re talking to Leslie Shoemaker, Counselling Psychologist and Lecturer in TU Dublin.
The UN Refugee Agency has urged those objecting to providing shelter for asylum seekers to reflect on the consequences of their actions. This plea comes as the count of new International Protection Applicants without government-provided housing has reached an all-time high. Nick Henderson the CEO of the Irish Refugee Council spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The sale of all energy drinks to young people and children in the UK should be banned – thats according to a review of the latest evidence on their effects on health. The review was led by Dr Amelia Lake, professor of public health nutrition at Teesside University We asked Dr Eva Orsmond, Medical Doctor and Specialist in Overweight & Obesity at Dr Eva’s Clinics in Dublin & Galway should these type of drinks be banned in Ireland?
Donald Trump secured a resounding victory in the first 2024 republican presidential contest in Iowa. We get an update from David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief of The Guardian.
Bigger heavier cars are a safety disaster for other drivers as well as cyclists and pedestrians. So wrote Dr. Catherine Conlon in the Examiner yesterday. We get reaction from Ger Herbert Motoring Expert.
Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth Roderic O’Gorman gave his reaction to the scenes in Rackett hall yesterday in Tipperary where it seems families of asylum seekers had to run the gauntlet of protesters being restrained by Gardai your reaction to those scenes .
Minimum public open space requirements and smaller gardens are among the new house building rules which have been issued to local authorities.
We get more details on this new building rules from Tom Philips, Managing Director of Tom Philips Associates.
The Oireachtas Agriculture Committee is starting a new campaign in Brussels to highlight why Ireland should “hold” a nitrates derogation of 220kg of organic nitrogen. For more on this Shane was joined on the show by Denis Drennan, President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association and Steven Matthews Green Party Planning and Local Government Spokesman and Chair of the Oireachtas Housing Committee.
One man was arrested after protesters clashed with Gardaí outside a Roscrea hotel as asylum-seekers were being brought inside. Allison O’Reilly, Journalist with The Irish Examiner who was at the scene last night spoke to Ciara this morning.
How would you like to save a few quid not only this January - but throughout 2024? Simple steps in your digital life could add up to hundreds of euro in savings. Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent, Jess Kelly brings us the details.
Concerns were raised by the ESRI on Friday about the impact full employment is having on the Irish economy. But what does the long term future hold for us? And could we sustain an island of ten million people? We discussed with Danny McCoy CEO of IBEC.
The rural US state of Iowa is holding the first nominating contest - known as the caucus, later tonight, to kickstart the race for November’s US Presidential election. Johnathan caught up with Stephen Moore, Economist at The Heritage Foundation and Economic Adviser to the Trump 2020 Campaign.
Ireland´s richest two billionaires have more wealth than the bottom half of the population, while the richest 1% hold 35.4% of financial wealth in the country. So found a new report from Oxfam published this morning. Is a ‘wealth tax’ the solution? We debated this with People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy and Barry Ward Fine Gael Senator.
All Things Considered Iowa Caucus - how will this shape the US elections? Ciara and Jonathan discussed this morning.
Today is Blue Monday. It's apparently the most depressing day of the year. Henry McKean took to the streets, and asked how are you feeling this morning?
There are increasing fears in the surge of young people abusing the drug Ketamine. It comes as new figures show that five deaths were recorded between 2018 and 2020. The drug has also been linked to a rise in admissions to Irish drug-treatment facilities. Speaking to Ciara with more on this was Dr. Garrett McGovern, GP specialising in addiction medicine and Medical Director of Priority Medical Clinic, Dundrum.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar will today join the great and the good of the world’s elite as he attends the World Economic Forum in Davos in Switzerland. Suzanne Lynch, Chief Brussels Correspondent for POLITICO gave us an update from Davos.
It’s set to be a very cold week this week, and Andrew Doran-Sherlock, Met Eireann Forecaster spoke to Ciara with details of what the week will bring weatherwise.
The Notting Hill Bookstore, synonymous with the film starring Hugh Grant & Julia Roberts has seen a doubling in the sale of books since the pandemic due to TikTok’s ‘booktok’ trend We head from Joan Lucey, Owner of Vibes and Scribes Bookshop in Cork City.
While January blues may be beginning to take hold for some, it’s important to remember there’s light at the end of the tunnel!
We’re three weeks out from the first bank holiday of the year, and to talk us through the best holiday deals is Travel Writer and Broadcaster Joan Scales.
British and US forces have launched an attack on Houthi targets in Yemen after the Iranian-backed group defied a warning to stop targeting ships in the Red Sea. Sean Bell, Former Fighter Pilot and Military Analyst spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
Israel will present its defence today against accusations of genocide against Palestinian civilians put forward by South Africa to the International Court of Justice Ciara spoke to Dr Jilan Wahba Abdalmajid Palestinian Ambassador to Ireland.
A symposium on the impact of leadership in schools has heard calls for a citizen’s assembly on the future of education Paul Crone, Director of the National Association of Principals and Deputies spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss.
Irish actor Andrew Scott has said that we should get "rid of the expression openly gay". Scott was in conversation with a number of other actors for The Hollywood Reporter’s actors roundtable. We discuss with Brian Merriman, Founder of the International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival.
Donald Trump complained to a New York judge that he "did nothing wrong" as a civil fraud trial that could hobble the former US president's business empire drew to a close yesterday. David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief of The Guardian gave an update to Ciara on the trial.
More investment needed but the economy is at full employment that's the call from the ESRI’s new report examining the National Development Plan. Alan Barrett, ESRI Director joined Shane on the show this morning to explain his findings of his analysis of the NDP?
The last of Cork's old phone boxes to be replaced with sleek new kiosk-style digital payphones. We get reaction with Hugh Wallace Director at Douglas Wallace Architects.
An Post will raise the price of a standard postage stamp again next month, the fourth such price hike rolled out in less than three years. Anna McHugh Head of Communications at An Post explained the increase.
The Government should consider introducing a tax credit to encourage volunteerism that is the view of independent councillor and Former lord mayor of Cork Mick Finn who spoke to Shane this morning.
Shane spoke to Minister for Justice Helen McEntee to discuss the plans in relation to new reception centres and more.
Almost one in 10 adolescent girls have taken diet pills in the past year, that’s according to an international study in JAMA Network Open Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Sarah Keogh, Dietician at Eatwell.ie.
An elderly patient in the South-West of the country waited over four hours with a broken hip for an ambulance as high patient numbers led to delays. Speaking to Shane this morning was Greg Lyons, Siptu Ambulance Sector President.
The Government has done a u-turn on housing 50 male asylum seekers at a premises in Carlow and said families will be offered shelter there instead. Protesters began gathering outside the former Capuchin Friary building yesterday morning. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Lucky Khambule , Co-founder of the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland.
Levels of antisocial behaviour and truancy are higher among students in fee-charging secondary schools in Ireland compared with those attending other schools. That's according to research gathered from the Growing Up in Ireland longitudinal study. Professor Emer Smyth of the ESRI was involved in this study discussed the findings.
Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan will launch Ireland’s first National Cycling Network plan today which will identify 85 cycling corridors around the country linking cities and towns of over 5,000 people. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast Dr Damien Ó Tuama National Cycling Coordinator with ‘Irish Cycling Campaign’.
Ciara and Shane were joined by Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue. They spoke about yesterday's IFA AGM, cutting portion sizes "to save the environment" and nitrates derogation .
2023 has been recorded as the hottest year on record, as Earth nears critical 1.5C limit – that's according to EU's climate change service, Copernicus. Shane spoke to George Monbiot , Environmental Activist.
Dublin city centre is the second slowest in the world for drivers. That’s according to new analysis from location technology company TomTom, which found that Journeys of 10km in the city centre took an average of 29 minutes and 30 seconds last year, which is a full minute longer than the average journey time for 2022. Conor Faughnan i Transport Consultant and CEO of the Royal Irish Automobile Club gave his reaction to these findings.
60% of Irish people have never attended a female sports event. That’s according to new research from Lidl and the LGFA examining the public’s attitudes towards women’s sporting events. Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Carla Rowe, Dublin Captain.
Judges yesterday expressed skepticism as lawyers for Donald Trump presented a landmark case that ex-presidents should get immunity from criminal prosecution. Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Columnist with the Journal spoke to Ciara this morning with more on this.
Two children and 12 adult migrants were discovered on Monday in a refrigerated lorry at Rosslare Harbour. For an update on the situation there we spoke to Brendan Furlong, Freelance Journalist based in Wexford.
Severe air pollution has hit parts of the country as the drop in temperatures sees households crank up solid fuel fires and heating systems. A monitoring station at Edenderry, Co Offaly recorded pollution levels 10 times higher than the ‘safe’ level set by the World Health Organisation
Harbour Court is being closed off to the public due to persistent drug use, antisocial behaviour and illegal dumping, the decision was agreed by local councillors last night. Nial Ring, Dublin City Councillor joined Shane Coleman on the show...
Sinn Féin spokesperson on Finance and TD for Donegal, Pearse Doherty, has criticised the Government and the Minister for Finance for introducing an unjustified tax break for landlords which will see over 40,000 landlords pay no income tax on their rental income whatsoever.
One in 5 small rural nursing homes shut down during the pandemic, and older people living in rural Ireland will face a shortage of nursing home beds close to home as larger new facilities open in counties with big populations and a greater number of existing beds.
That's according to new research from the ESRI. Dr. Des O’Neill, Chair of the Irish Society of Physicians in Geriatric Medicine joined Shane Coleman on the show...
Pope Francis has made headlines by describing surrogacy as 'despicable' and advocating for a universal ban on the practice. But is he correct? Natalie Sutherland is a Fertility law and surrogacy specialist and Susan Lohan Co-Founder of Adoption Rights Alliance both joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning...
Newly unsealed Jeffrey Epstein documents have revealed allegations about sex tapes involving Bill Clinton, Prince Andrew and Richard Branson. Allegations were made by Epstein victim, Sarah Ransome. David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief of The Guardian joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Tourism Ireland will launch details of its marketing strategy and plan to promote Ireland overseas in 2024 today.Eoghan O’Mara Walsh, Chief Executive at Irish Tourism Industry Confederation joined Shane Coleman on the show this morning...
A Status Yellow Low-Temperature warning has been issued for the entire country, with temperatures set to drop to around –5 degrees in some areas. Alan O’Reilly of Carlow Weather joined Ciara Kelly on the show...
Private school fees have increased by 17% across the sector, with fees for one school (St Columba’s in Rathfarnham) reaching over €10,000. Speaking to Shane this morning on the show was Barbara Ennis, Principal of Alexandra College in Milltown.
All eyes in the world of tech will be on Sin City this week as the Consumer Electronics Show gets underway in Las Vegas. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly tells us what we can expect from the CES this year.
A new study has found that Irish mothers have reported feeling more at ease breastfeeding in front of people they do not know than doing so near their own father-in-law. Dr Louise Gallagher, Assistant professor in midwifery at Trinity College Dublin talked us through the findings.
Locals in Ballinrobe Co Mayo have been protesting all weekend over proposals to house 50 asylum seekers in a disused hotel from today. There is confusion over whether the plan has been shelved. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Padraig is a protestor in the area. Also Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council.
There was great Irish success at the 81st Golden Globe Awards, which took place in Beverly Hills, Hollywood last night. Tim Gray, Executive Vice President of the Golden Globes joined Ciara this morning to discuss the winners and losers from last night.
‘A reduction in the VAT on non-alcoholic beverages would be welcomed by consumers, particularly those choosing to abstain from alcohol’ that's the call from Garret Ahearn, Fine Gael Senator and Spokesperson on Enterprise, Trade and Employment who spoke to Ciara this morning.
The results of the of the 2023 annual litter survey by Irish Business Against Litter are out today! Conor Horgan, Spokesperson for Irish Business against Litter - who has won the title of Ireland’s cleanest town?
A cold weather advisory has been issued across Ireland by Met Éireann For more on this Shane spoke to Gerry Murphy, Senior Forecaster with Met Eireann.
Tomorrow, the 6th of January is traditionally known as ‘little Christmas’, ‘Women’s Christmas’ or ‘Nollaig na mBan’! Once upon a time it was a day off for housewives who worked hard over the Christmas.. But does the tradition hold any weight in 2024? Comedian, Emma Doran told us what she makes of it all?
Google is taking a bold leap into the future of online tracking, waving goodbye to third-party cookies those digital trackers that shadow users across websites. Our Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly explains it all to Newstalk Breakfast.
A woman in her 50s has died in a crash in County. Kerry, which marks the 4th road death of 2023. We were joined on the show by Shane Ross, Former Minister for Transport, Journalist and Author to discuss.
What do you do if your child’s friend is a bad influence? You might be tempted to criticise the friend, but experts recommend doing a few other things instead. Here to tell us more is Gill Hines, Education and Parenting Consultant and Author of “It’s Not Fair!” and “Whatever!”
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly joined Shane this morning on the show. A new COVID inquiry was discussed.
All Things Considered: Portion Sizes in restaurants. Ciara and Shane discussed this morning.
We’re only in the first week of the year but the darts final on Wednesday night set an impressive benchmark for sporting competitions. The World Championships drew viewers from all sides, with many becoming fans of the game for the first time. However, one noticeable feature in Irish pubs is the lack or decline of dartboards. We sent our reporter, Josh Crosbie to find out what the dart scene is like in Ireland.
The Government and Gardaí are not taking the rise of the far-right seriously. That’s the view of Shane O’Curry, Director of the Irish Network Against Racism who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Oscar Pistorius is to be a free man today when he is released from a South African prison on parole. We get the latest from JJ Cornish is a Journalist based in South Africa.
Hezbollah leader, Hassan Nasrallah blamed ‘Israeli aggression’ for the death of Hamas leader and has made claims that the US were ‘preventing end of war in Gaza’ Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Hannah McCarthy, Journalist based in Israel.
Luke Littler is a name many people outside of the Darts world may not have known until recently. Last night, the 16-year-old's dream of becoming the youngest ever world darts champion was not to be.Eleanor Cairns, Youth World Champion darts player, St Helens Youth Darts Academy and good friend of Luke Littler spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Airbnb has revealed its 2024 travel predictions for Ireland with Wexford, Dublin, Limerick, Clare, Kerry, Louth and Galway featured in the top 10. We get more details from Michelle Walsh Jackson, From the noveltraveller.com.
The Minister for Public Health Hildegarde Naughton has revealed that 10,000 free home sexually transmitted infection testing kits are being ordered every month from the Health Service Executive Dr Aisling Loy, Consultant in Sexual Health and HIV at St James Hospital spoke to Ciara this morning with reaction to these figures.
The NCT should be scrapped and re-evaluated' that's the view of Independent Councillor for Cavan Shane P O’Reilly who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
All Things Considered: COVID Inquiry. Shane and Ciara discussed a need for COVID inquiry for Ireland.
Mary Hayes, the director of the Dublin Region Homeless Executive, has been defending the service after criticism from politicians who said they were not told of plans to create homeless accommodation at a vacant pub in Dublin which was then set on fire. Mary spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Most of us will have returned to the usual 9-5 this week but have you managed to get back into a healthy sleep routine? To tell us more we spoke to Tom Coleman, Health scientist and sleep coach.
Names of Jeffrey Epstein’s Associates have been released by a US Court. For more on this we heard from Harriet Alexander, US Based Journalist.
“I don’t want my flat white served with a hot take on the Middle East crisis” So wrote Finn McRedmond, Columnist with The Irish Times who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Labour Party leader Ivana Bacik has said it is crucial that local representatives are given clear notification of any plans to provide emergency accommodation in the area. It comes as a pub earmarked for homeless people was burned down in Ringsend, Dublin an area that Ms Bacik represents. Aodhan O’Riordan, Labour justice spokesperson gave his reaction to these comments.
Hamas deputy leader, Saleh al-Arouri has been killed in an attack in Beirut, With more details on this Ciara was joined on the show by Patrick Bury , Senior Security lecturer at the University of Bath, former NATO analyst and army officer.
New eligibility criteria to the Incremental Tenant Purchase Scheme, which enables tenants to purchase the local authority home they live in, will come into effect from the 29th of this month - But is this a good idea? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss was Rory Hearne, Associate Professor of Social Policy at Maynooth University and author of ‘Gaffs’ and Carol Tallon, CEO of Property District and Author of Irish Property Buyers Handbook Series.
The Spanish footballer Jenni Hermoso has given evidence to a judge investigating the kiss she received from the then president of the Spanish Football Federation, Luis Rubiales, after Spain’s win in the World Cup final last year. Molly McElwee, reporter with the Telegraph, brought us up to speed on what happened in court.
500 patients were waiting for admission in hospital emergency departments across the country on Tuesday morning, that’s according to the INMO. Speaking to Shane this morning was Dr Tadhg Crowley, Chair of GP Committee of the Irish Medical Organisation.
Gardaí have set up an incident room as part of their investigation into an arson attack at a vacant pub in Ringsend which had been due to house homeless people. We spoke to former detective and author of ‘The Making of a Detective’ Pat Marry.
Uniforms, peircings, haircuts which school rules actually make sense in a modern society, taught to embrace difference? Thats a question posed in todays Irish times. To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Jennifer Horgan , Irish Examiner Columnist.
The number of homes available has fallen to the lowest level since the pandemic as housing prices are on the rise that's according to the latest Daft.ie House Price Report With more on this Ciara spoke to Ronan Lyons, Economist at Trinity College Dublin & author of the Report.
Up to 14 schools will be upgraded under the next phase of the school retrofitting pathfinder programme, which is being launched this morning. Speaking to Shane on the show this morning was Ossian Smyth, Junior Minister responsible for Circular Economy.
All Things Considered: New Year's Resolutions. Ciara and Shane discuss making and breaking them.
We’ve been talking this morning about our own New Years resolutions, But what are the public at large looking to do for self improvement, and how can more of us keep to our January promises in 2024? Newstalk’s Sarah Madden reports.
New OECD research reveals that Ireland avoided excess deaths during the core pandemic years 2020-2022 Speaking to Shane this morning was Anthony Staines, Professor of Health Systems at the School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health in DCU.
Israel has announced a partial withdrawal of troops from Gaza as they gradually shift to the next stage of the war. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Paul Rodgers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
Another delay for Dublin’s MetroLink. Alan Farrell, Fine Gael TD and Justice Spokesperson joined us on the show…
The United Nations Security Council is ready to vote on a ceasefire resolution after intense negotiations between the US and the United Arab Emirates Sean Bell, Former Fighter pilot and now Military Analyst joined us on the show this morning…
Getting down on one knee and popping the question in front of the family on Christmas Day should be avoided at all costs - that’s according to Etiquette expert and former royal butler, Grant Harrold. Noel Cunningham, Ambassador for Harvey’s Point Hotel in Donegal joined us on Newstalk Breakfast…
Some folk will have had their ham and turkey ordered months ago, their gifts wrapped in November, the annual festive activities booked this time last year. And then, well, there’s the rest of us. But fear not, fellow last minute ers, because with a little creativity, Christmas 2023 can still be the best one yet. Sarah Madden reports...
A popular grant scheme for installing EV charges in your home is to be slashed in half from the first of January. Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Expert, explained what was happening ...
14 people have died and 25 have been wounded following a mass shooting at a University in Prague yesterday. Thomas Smith, Prague-based journalist joined us on Newstalk Breakfast with the latest.
The boys and girls from Bunscoil Chríost Rí, Turner’s Cross, Cork chat with Henry McKean about Christmas.
Today marks the shortest day of the year, also known as the Winter Solstice. Anthony Murphy, founder of Mythical Ireland and author, for anyone who doesn’t know, what is the winter solstice and why do people celebrate it?
Flu, RSV and overcrowding - what does the rest of the winter hold for our hospitals? Dr. Colm Henry, Chief Clinical Officer with the HSE joined Jonathan Healy on the show...
The Government’s new Climate Action Plan was approved for public consultation by Cabinet yesterday, outlines how the State intends to close the gap left in previous plans between sectors’ emissions reductions targets and the overall national goal. Minister for the Environment, Eamon Ryan joined us on Newstalk Breakfast…
One school Christmas concert is ‘wonderful’, but three or more is ‘beyond the pale’. That’s according to writer and author Ashe Davenport who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Hamas not willing to discuss releasing more Israeli hostages until Israel’s military campaign ends. Prospects for hostage exchange deal remain uncertain amid reports that talks with Hamas in Egypt have ended ‘without results’ Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University joined Shane Coleman on the show...
The UK government has said that it "profoundly regrets" a decision by the Government to legally challenge the Northern Ireland Legacy Act. Dominic Grieve, Former UK Attorney General and Conservative MP joined Jonathan Healy on the show.
We are joined by celebrity Chef Neven Maguire to tell us how to prepare a stress free Christmas dinner.
The UK government has upped the financial package aimed at restoring Northern Ireland’s political institutions to €3.8 billion and said it is now time for the DUP to “make a decision” about returning to Stormont. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Doug Beattie, Leader of the Ulster Unionist Party.
A review of the garda response to the rioting in Dublin last month has found there were communication failures on the night. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Brendan O'Connor, President of the Garda Representative Association.
All Things Considered: Mary Lou critical of Robbie Keane. Jonathan and Shane discussed.
MP Stella Creasy has come under fire for taking to social media saying she had to forgo “Christmas parties and drinks” because she had to go and pick her children up from the nursery. The “motherhood penalty” she called it. We asked Jennifer Horgan, Irish Examiner Columnist does she believe in the motherhood penalty.
A ‘Significant amount of cocaine’ has been found on a ship in Foyne port, Limerick. David Raleigh, Limerick based Reporter told us what we know about the seizure.
Gardaí will be given new powers to allow suspected drug-driving motorists to be detained while waiting for drug test results. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for The County of Kerry.
A UN Security Council vote on a resolution meant to spur more humanitarian aid into Gaza has been delayed again and is now expected today. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Bushra Khalid, Oxfam Policy Leader Jerusalem Office.
This year has been the worst ever for hospital overcrowding according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation. However, the HSE has hit back at these claims and defended its record in 2023. David Cullinane, Sinn Fein Spokesperson for Health spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Mercury retrograde is a term that is all too common nowadays used by people to explain when something goes askew in their lives. However, Journalist Olivia Petter says it's all nonsense and maybe people need to just start taking more accountability when things go wrong.
"This is a quiet an d friendly community and people look out for each other” those are the words of Afshin Samali, a former refugee who has been in Ireland for 38 years following the arson attack on a Galway hotel earmarked for asylum seekers. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Afshin is a Professor of Cancer Biology at University of Galway,
Central Bank have released their final quarterly bulletin of the year and to talk us through it was Economist Austin Hughes.
Should there be harsher punishments for illegal dumping? We asked Fianna Fáil Senator, Malcolm Byrne how bad the issue is and also spoke to Colin O Byrne, from Environmental Charity VOICE Ireland.
If you're parking in Dublin city this Christmas have your wits about you because the clampers are out in greater force than ever before. Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports.
Dr. Mike Ryan, Executive Director of World Health Organisation is in Dublin for the discussions on strengthening Ireland’s partnership with WHO on global health and Dr Mike Ryan spoke to Jonathan this morning on the show.
The countdown to Christmas is officially on and Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us now with the tech checklist for the coming days.
Dubliners are being urged by Dublin City Council to stop paving gardens for parking due to negative environmental impacts With more on this we heard from John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist and Commentator.
The cost of sending a child to a fee-charging school has risen by nearly 17 per cent this year, amid criticism from principals over the “exclusion” of the private sector from a growing number of State grants. Barbara Ennis, Principal of Alexandra College in Milltown gave her reaction.
"There is no justification for violence, arson or vandalism in our Republic. Ever" - those are the words from Taoiseach Leo Varadkar condemning the fire which broke out at the Ross Lake House hotel in Co Galway over the weekend. The hotel, which has not been in use for several years, was due to accommodate 70 asylum seekers this week. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Local Councillor Noel Thomas.
All Things Considered: Fire at Galway Hotel. Jonathan and Shane discussed this incident this morning.
I’m embarrassed I can’t speak Irish, but shame is no way to get people talking that’s the view of Irish Independent Journalist Mary McCarthy who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The arrival of a menstrual period can be a cause of celebration for some women, relief for others, but for those trying to conceive, it can feel a whole lot different. Sarah Madden reports on the pain of unwanted periods and those trying to conceive at this time of year.
Some NCT centres are falsely claiming waiting times of two weeks on their website – only for motorists to discover they have to wait up to six months for a test. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Fianna Fáil Transport Spokesman James O’Connor.
Israel and Hamas are both open to a renewed ceasefire and hostage release, Egyptian security sources have told Reuters. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was James Marlow, Broadcast Journalist with focus on Foreign Affairs, Israel and Middle East.
Christmas dinner is overwhelmingly the favourite Christmas tradition of the nation! That’s according to a Newstalk poll carried out by Amárach, where 53% of respondents confirmed the festive supper as their favourite ritual of the season. Our Reporter Breda Forrest took to the streets of Cork to ask what you think are the best Christmas traditions and we also spoke to Demi Isaac Oviaway, Actor in Young Offenders.
As Christmas nears, Singer Kiera Dignam, who lost her father Christy Dignam to cancer, encourages people to support the Irish Cancer Society who provide various services to comfort and care for many families during this time. Kiera joined us on the show this morning.
The two most experienced clinicians involved in transgender healthcare in Ireland have made a formal complaint to the Health Information and Quality Authority about the Health Service Executive's treatment of children with gender identity issue. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr Paul Moran of the National Gender Service.
European leaders have agreed to open EU membership talks with Ukraine, in a move hailed as a “victory” by the country’s President Volodymyr Zelensky. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence Peter Burke joins me live from Brussels.
Environmental Activist, George Monbiot, challenges livestock farmers to “call him all the names that you want but he won’t stop telling the truth about livestock farming.” George says that the impact the industry has on our planet must be acknowledged and he explained why this morning on the show.
Today marks the 30th anniversary of the Downing Street Declaration that paved the way for the Good Friday Agreement. We look back on this with Fergus Finlay, Former CEO of Barnardos and Irish Examiner Columnist.
Things are looking up for Ukraine as the European Council has agreed to begin accession negotiations Donnacha Ó Beacháin, Professor of International Relations at DCU, joined us live from Brussels with an update of what took place.
‘Think carefully’ about letting children use Facebook, National Crime Agency in the UK warns. It comes in response to Meta’s decision to introduce encrypted messaging. We heard from Alex Cooney CEO of CyberSafeKids.
Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee has received Cabinet approval to publish the draft legislation for garda use of facial recognition technology. To discuss this further we spoke to Marc O Cathasaigh, Green Party TD and Spokesperson for Social Protection.
“The imposition of so-called `safe’ abortion zones will further silence the voice of the innocent unborn. The new legislation represents a disproportionate response with potentially wide implications for freedom of religion and speech,” those are the words of Catholic Primate Archbishop Eamon Martin of Armagh who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Domestic economy continues to grow despite contraction in GDP in 2023 - that’s according to ESRI Quarterly Economic Commentary released today For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin.
The Government is at risk of missing targets for delivering social and affordable homes for 2023 newly-released figures indicate Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Hugh Wallace, Director at Douglas Wallace Architects.
Only one Irish hotel Cashel Palace in Co Tipperary has earned a spot on the prestigious Condé Nast 'Gold List'Noel Cunningham, TV Personality and Ambassador to Harvey's Point Hotel Donegal spoke to Jonathan on this great news.
As Luas faces overcrowding challenges, plans are in motion to address the issue. Mark Gleeson, Spokesperson for Rail Users Ireland describes the Luas as “a victim of its own success” . Mark spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
New data shows that last week RSV case numbers reached the highest weekly total ever recorded in Ireland. Doctors say that they’re expecting an additional increase in numbers Speaking to Shane this morning was Dr. Ciara Martin, National Clinical Advisor and Group lead for Children and Young People with the HSE.
Now might be the right time “to look at having our own honours system which is fit for purpose for a republic” - those are the words of Green Party TD Patrick Costello who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Henry McKean visited the kids from St Laurence O’Toole’s Senior Boys School Dublin and found out what they love about Christmas plus there understanding of the nativity play.
The United Nations General Assembly has voted overwhelmingly to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sean Bell, former fighter pilot, now military analyst and host of The Red Matrix Podcast.
The Cop28 climate summit has approved a deal that would, for the first time, push nations to transition away from fossil fuels to avert the worst effects of climate change. Environment Minister Eamon Ryan joined Jonathan this morning live from COP28.
Zara have pulled an ad campaign criticised for using photos resembling images from the Israel-Gaza war which sparked outrage across social media We ask are people too quick to politicise things and become outraged online? To discuss we spoke to Ella Whelan, Political Journalist, Author and Contributor to Spiked Online.
“I’ll be voting to keep article 41.2 of the Irish constitution next March — primarily because it is uncomfortably honest and reflects the enduring reality of women’s lives.”
So wrote Brenda Power, Columnist with The Sunday Times who spoke to Jonathan this morning.
The FAI will tell the Oireachtas Committee on Tourism, Sport and Media today that the association has "reformed significantly". Alan Dillon, Fine Gael TD and member of the Committee spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The SEAI have released their Energy in Ireland report. Margie McCarthy, Director of Research and Policy Insights at The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland spoke to us this morning. Also giving a reaction to the findings was Paul Deane, Senior lecturer in clean energy in UCC.
The Irish Times Feeder Schools 2023 Found that about 80% of students nationally progressed to third-level education We speak with Carl O’Brien, Education Editor of the Irish Times about the findings of the Irish Times.
Ukrainian refugees will in the future only receive 90 days of accommodation from the State once they arrive. Speaking to Shane this morning was Kira Rudik a Ukrainian MP with reaction to this proposed change.
The EU will walk away from these climate talks if the draft agreement doesn't change, according to Green Party Leader Eamon Ryan With more on this, we heard from Ciaran Cuffe, Green Party MEP for Dublin.
All Things Considered: Are school league tables necessary? Shane and Jonathan discussed this morning first thing.
Do we still have a bias on certain accents? Dr Stephen Lucek, Assistant Professor in Linguistics in UCD joined Shane to discuss.
The INMO demands that the HSE take urgent action as 747 patients wait for a hospital bed Figures showed that 747 admitted patients, including 32 children, were waiting for a hospital bed yesterday morning. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast on the situation was Noeleen Moran, Clare Coordinator of the Midwest Hospitals Campaign.
Sinn Fein is set to bring legislation to reintroduce the eviction ban. Eoin O’Broin, Sinn Fein’s spokesperson on housing explained to Jonathan why they have brought forward this bill.
Ireland has joined Spain, Belgium, and Malta in demanding a humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University gave Shane an update on the call for a cease-fire.
Children’s anxiety about tests increases as they progress through primary school That’s according to a major new report in the Children’s School Lives study. We discussed this with Jennifer Horgan Teacher and Irish Examiner Columnist.
Sam Thompson, Radio Presenter and TV Personality was crowned King of the Jungle in the final of I’m a Celebrity 2023 Ali Ryan, Founder of Goss.ie, spoke to Shane this morning and was asked if Sam is a deserving winner.
The Climate Change Advisory Council has asked the Government to reconsider plans for a levy on workplace parking spaces. Sadhbh O'Neill, Senior Climate Advisor for Friends of the Earth gave her reaction to this.
Cooking, cleaning and ferrying children about. According to a recent survey by insurers, Royal London this kind of work done by stay-at-home parents is worth a salary of almost €55,000 a year. Do stay-at-home-parents deserve to be remunerated for their work? To discuss we spoke to Jen Hogan, Journalist, Columnist, and Mother of 7.
Considered: Cutting welfare for Ukrainian refugees. Jonathan and Shane discussed this morning on the show.
Ministers are set to approve large reductions in benefits for refugees coming from Ukraine in the future as accommodation pressures for other nationalities claiming asylum here worsen. Weekly welfare rates for new arrivals from war-torn Ukraine will be cut under plans set to be approved by Ministers. Eugene Quinn National Director of the Jesuit Refugee Service Ireland, gave his reaction to this news.
The Turkish embassy in Dublin has been assisting Istanbul authorities with malpractice claims from Irish citizens over cosmetic and weight loss procedures. Professor Helen Heneghan, Consultant Surgeon at St Vincent’s Hospital explained how concerning is this.
Sinn Féin says UK Government negotiations with DUP on Windsor Framework have concluded however DUP Leader Jeffrey Donaldson suggests there is more work to do. Speaking to Shane this morning on the show was Amanda Ferguson, a Freelance Journalist based in Belfast.
Several counties were battered by Storm Fergus over the weekend with a localised tornado damaging Leitrim One business owner severely affected by this freak weather event is Seamus Gibbons Owner of electric bike trails who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast along with Gerry Murphy, Senior Forecaster with Met Eireann.
The second part of The Crown drops on Netflix next Thursday. Ciara caught up with Dominic West, who plays Prince Charles.
The legendary Pogues frontman, Shane McGowan will be laid to rest in Tipperary today following a funeral procession through Dublin. Musician Sharon Shannon remembers Shane.
Despite the 16-year low in the value of claims paid out last year, motor insurance premiums have risen in the last year.That’s according to figures from the Central Statistics Office. To discuss this further we spoke to Brian Hanley, CEO of Alliance for Insurance Reform.
Today, December 8th, is ‘Culchie Christmas’! A day which marks the beginning of the festive season and traditionally sees people from the country flocking to Dublin for Christmas shopping – But will that be the case this year? We heard from Louis Copeland, owner of Louis Copeland & Sons.
€28 million spent on school prefabs in 2022, with the same cost expected by the government for next year. But are prefabs suitable for learning environments? We discussed this with Aodhan O’Riordan, the Labour Party’s Education spokesperson.
The Irish Refugee Council has launched its Christmas appeal ‘Stand with hope and dignity this winter’ Joining Shane to chat about their campaign was Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council.
UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guiterres has invoked Article 99 of the UN Charter, urging the UN Security Council to act on the war in Gaza. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Walt Kilroy, Lecturer in international relations at Dublin City University and Associate Director of its conflict resolution institute.
From our earliest years, we hear ideas about “our soul mate”. But how true to life are these notions? And is it possible to look at love through the lens of science? We speak to Dr Anna Machin an evolutionary anthropologist and author of the new book, "Why We Love."
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson told the Official Covid Inquiry he was "deeply sorry for the pain and loss and suffering" caused throughout the pandemic Lauren McEvatt, Former UK Government Special Advisor gave us an update on what happened at the inquiry.
The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council has accused the Government of 'fiscal gimmickry' and ‘poor budgeting’ in its formal response to October’s Budget. Professor Michael McMahon, Acting Chairperson of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council explained their response.
Christmas tree sales are now in full swing and many families are decorating their homes. Do you go all out with the festive decor or are your neighbours the ones with the flashy lights? Our reporter, Josh Crosbie, has been on the search for Ireland's most lit-up house this Christmas.
Eamon Ryan, Green Party Leader & Minister for Environment. Climate, Communications and Transport spoke to Shane this mornigh live from COP 28 in Dubai.
SIPTU has called on the Government to hold a referendum on the public ownership of water services on the 8th of March – to coincide with the referendum on the definition of the family and women in the home. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Karan O’Loughlin, SIPTU Organiser for the Public Administration and Community Division.
Irish savers are missing out on up to €3.5 billion in interest a year. That’s according to Bonkers.ie, whose Founder and CEO David Kerr who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Minister for Justice Helen McEntee will be going before the Justice Committee later today. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Robbie Gallagher a Fianna Fail Senator and member of the Committee.
“Two referendums on 'women in the home' reference and wider definition of family to be held next March. Louise Crowley, Professor of Law at the School of Law, University College Cork gave her reaction to the Government's decision.
Should there be a right-of-way access to private farmland for walkers and hikers? To debate Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Robert Dowds, Chairman of ‘Keep Ireland Open’ and former Labour TD, and John Joe Fitzgerald, Vice president of the Irish Natura] and Hill Farmers Association.
Corporation tax take in November was up almost a third on the same month last year, sharply reversing a recent slump in revenue generated from business profits. Finance Minister Michael McGrath spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
As vet costs continue to rise, so do the number of dogs being abandoned at shelters. That’s what Veterinary Ireland is due to tell an Oireachtas committee later today. To discuss this further Ciara was joined on the show by Co-founder of St Vincent de Paws, Susie Jones.
New EU legislation means every household will be entitled to avail of a brown bin collection service Spokesperson for MyWaste.ie, Pauline McDonogh, gave Ciara the details.
Bed shortages across public hospitals will top 3,000 by 2030. That’s according to new research from ESRI researcher Dr Brendan Walsh, who says that the Irish health system is unable to keep up with the population’s demand for care. In reaction to this research findings, Shane spoke to Anthony Staines, Professor of Health Systems at the school of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health in DCU.
How much are people spending on average this Christmas? Grainne Griffin, Director Of Communications at the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission gave us the spending details.
The Dáil will vote today on a Sinn Féin motion of no confidence in Minister for Justice Helen McEntee. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of the vote was Patrick O'Donovan Minister of State with responsibility for the Office for Public Works and the Gaeltacht and Martin Kenny Sinn Fein TD.
Dublin City Councillors have agreed to fly the Palestinian flag over Dublin City Hall for seven days in an act of solidarity with Gaza With reaction, we spoke to Noeleen Reilly, Independent Councillor for Ballymun - Finglas.
The National Cancer Registry’s new report “Cancer in Ireland 1994 – 2021” finds that early diagnoses and screening programmes lead to better health outcomes. Professor Deirdre Murray, Director of the National Cancer Registry discussed this more with Shane this morning on the show.
Irish Rail has announced new schedules, faster journey times, and ‘significant changes’ on weekend Dart timetables Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Barry Kenny, Corporate Communications Manager with Iarnrod Eireann.
About 650,000 families are set to receive a Double Child Benefit payment today as part of the cost of living package approved by the government in Budget 2024. Stephen Moffatt, Barnardos National Policy Manager spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
How much are you spending on streaming services every month? As prices continue to creep up, the Wall Street Journal reports that Apple and Paramount are in discussions to partner up, making both more affordable for consumers. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent and Presenter of Tech Talk Jess Kelly joined us with the details.
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly will announce a new “virtual ward” programme today, which will be rolled out rolled in two hospitals early next year. The programme will enable patients to be treated in their own homes using digital technology.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this was Dr Mick Molloy, Member of the Consultant Committee for the Irish Medical Organisation.
Just one in five workers have good jobs. That’s according to a new study from UCD and The Nevin Economic Research Institute. Peter Cosgrove, Managing director of Futurewise discussed the findings.
Irish Consumers pay more than their counterparts in Britain for the same goods from some British retailers. That’s according to a report in theJournal.ie, which found several examples of price discrepancies of as much as €100 between products for sale on Irish and UK websites. We get a reaction from Eddie Shanahan a Business and Product development consultant for fashion, craft, and retail.
Cop28 president Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber has claimed there is “no science” indicating that a phase-out of fossil fuels is needed to restrict global warming to 1.5 degrees. Caroline O’Doherty, Environment correspondent with the Irish Independent is in Dubai and spoke to Ciara this morning.Also, Friends of the Earth has called on Taoiseach Leo Varadkar to clarify exactly what he meant by “a planned reduction in the use of fossil fuels” when he addressed Cop28 on Saturday. We heard from their Chief Executive Oisin Coughlan.
All Things Considered - COP28 leader's comments on Fossil fuels. Shane and Ciara discussed this morning.
Santa experiences have popped up across Ireland. From the traditional Arnotts offering, to Croke Park, to a Jurassic Park Santa Experience in Kilkenny. Henry McKean started his tour at the Omni Park Shopping Centre, where you can get a photograph with Mr C.
Media rules and regulations should be strengthened to “counter disinformation and harmful clickbait content”. So says a new report from the Joint Oireachtas Committee on integration. For more on this Ciara spoke to Tom Clonan, Trinity Senator and Security Analyst.
Climate Action Plan renewable electricity targets may now be ‘unachievable’. That’s according to a new KPMG report commissioned by Wind Energy Ireland, whose CEO Noel Cunniffe spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
Waking up this morning you may indeed feel that chill in the air! But can we expect these temperatures to continue? Met Eireanns Meteorologist Aoife Keely gave us an update.
Tributes from all over the world since the announcement of the death of Pogues frontman and songwriter Shane MacGowan, yesterday. Tony Duffin, CEO of Ana Liffey Drug Centre explained how The Pogues were more than just music to you growing up in London.
Fair City, the Young Offenders, and The Money List are among the programmes impacted by €10 million in cost cuts announced yesterday. With more on this Ciara was joined on the show by Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic and Columnist with the Irish Examiner.
Ireland is forecast to record the strongest construction growth among 19 European Countries. That’s according to a new report from Euroconstruct. Speaking to Ciara this morning on the show was John McCartney Director of Research for BNP Paribas Real Estate.
Israel says it has resumed fighting with Hamas in the Gaza Strip. In a post on X, the Israel Defense Forces said that Hamas had opened fire at Israel, therefore violating the terms of the truce agreement. Speaking to Shane this morning was IDF Spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Peter Lerner.
The average rent in new tenancies has grown by nearly 12% year-on-year, marking the highest annual rent hike since 2007. That’s according to a new report from The Residential Tenancies Board. To discuss these findings we spoke to Rory Hearne Associate Professor of Social Policy Maynooth University and author of ‘Gaffs’.
Using terms like "thugs and scumbags" to describe rioters in Dublin could cause future alienation and fails to address the root causes of the problem. That was the suggestion from Independent Senator Lynn Ruane at the Oireachtas Justice Committee yesterday and Senator Ruane spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
COP 28 kicks off today with leaders from all over the world meeting to discuss the climate emergency Speaking to Shane this morning was Caroline O'Doherty, Environment correspondent with the Irish Independent joining us from Dubai, and also Marie Donnelly, Chair of the Climate Change Advisory Council.
December is about to be upon us, with all its dinners and drinks parties with family and friends. But hosts and guests alike may be interested to know that modern etiquette is a little different than pre-pandemic. Sarah Madden reports on how to host it this year.
Hamas has said it has agreed to extend its truce with Israel for a seventh day. With more on the situation there, we spoke to Emily Rose- Jerusalem Correspondent with Reuters.
The Road Safety Authority and An Garda Síochána are today launching the 2023 Christmas and New Year Road Safety Appeal Speaking to Ciara this morning was Jack Chambers Minister of State with Special Responsibilities for Road Safety.
A group of transition-year students at a Donegal school have had their music video hand-picked by Ed Sheeran, to accompany his newest album, Autumn Variations. We spoke to one of the teachers who made the video possible Tina Garry, TY coordinator and media studies teacher at Finn Valley College Donegal.
The Government could run out of accommodation for asylum seekers as soon as this week. That’s according to reports across the papers this morning. Ciara spoke to Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar told the Dáil that he has full confidence in his justice minister Helen McEntee, amid increasing calls for her to resign from opposition parties. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast Pa Daly Sinn Féin’s Justice Spokesperson and also Neale Richmond is Fine Gael Minister of State for Business, Employment & Retail.
Dublin city needs to go on a “Car Diet” that’s according to Dublin Bus CEO, Billy Hann, who made the comments in front of the Oireachtas transport committee yesterday. But is he right? For more on this we heard from Brian Caulfield Professor of Transportation at Trinity College.
A new poll by StudentSurvey.ie has found that more than one in three students in higher education say they have seriously considered quitting their courses With reaction to these findings Shane spoke to Brian Mooney, Guidance Counsellor and Irish Times Columnist.
Last year saw a 31% increase in immigration. That's according to a new report from the ESRI. Keire Murphy is a Policy Officer with the European Migration Network and co-author of the report spoke to Ciara this morning about the findings of the report.
Earlier in the programme we heard from the EPA on our recycling rates and as COP 28 is set to kick off this week are we doing enough to try to tackle climate change? To discuss we speak to Pauline O’Reilly, Senator and Chair of the Green Party and also Climate activist, Manuel Salazar.
Justice Minister Helen McEntee is to consider giving gardaí more powers to crack down on rioters.Alan Bailey, Retired Detective Sergeant and former head of the cold case unit gave his view to Newstalk Breakfast.
Men are starting to talk about their emotions, but their wives aren’t always ready for that says Chartered Psychologist, Psychotherapist, and author of The Midlife Crisis Handbook, Dr Julie Hannan.
Is the government letting down Dublin city centre businesses? Has the Dublin riots highlighted a need for greater support for Dublin city centre businesses, dealing with antisocial behaviour? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Reji Yohannean , Co-Owner of Gala, Abbey Street in Dublin.
The Seanad will debate the Labour Party’s legislation to introduce reproductive health leave rights in this country, tomorrow. Labour Party Senator and workers' rights spokesperson, Marie Sherlock explaned what exactly falls under reproductive health leave?
Recycling rates slow as Ireland off track to meet key EU targets - that’s according to a new report published today from the EPA. Speaking to Ciara Warren Phelan, Programme Manager over the Circular Economy program with the EPA.
How often to you click ‘accept all’ when a cookies notice appears online? Do you know what you’re accepting or what will happen if you hit reject? The UK’s Information Commissioner has said some major sites are not giving users ‘fair choices’ when it comes to their use. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly explains it all for us.
Cop 28 begins later this week but what is on the agenda this year? To discuss further we heard from Professor of Environmental Policy at University College Dublin & Member of the Climate Advisory Council, Cara Augustenborg.
“My parents stayed together for the sake of their kids, and it screwed me up” so wrote Journalist, Glenys Roberts Dr Caroline West, Sex Educator and Host of the Glow West Podcast spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has defended a tweet about the release of Emily Hand that’s at the centre of a diplomatic storm between Israel and Ireland. He was slammed by Israel’s Foreign Minister Eli Cohen over his post on X, formerly Twitter, where he referred to Emily as “an innocent child who was lost and has now returned” after she was released by Hamas. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Eylon Levy, Israeli Government spokesperson, and Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, Minister of State at the Department of Finance.
All Things Considered: Policing during Dublin Riots - could more have been done? Shane and Ciara discussed this morning.
The countdown to when we can countdown to Christmas is on, and while some people are buying big others are clearing out. Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports on the wave of people Decluttering for Christmas.
The National Women's Council is today calling for mandatory relationships and sexuality education in secondary schools, in a bid to clamp down on gender-based violence. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Louise Crowley, Professor of Law at the School of Law, University College Cork.
Hamas had released a further 17 hostages on the third day of the Israel-Gaza ceasefire, while Israel freed more Palestinian prisoners in exchange. To discuss further we heard from Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
Minister for Justice Helen McEntee spoke to Ciara this morning with her reaction on the riots that took place in Dublin City last night.Also speaking to Shane was Conor Gallagher, Crime Correspondent with the Irish Times on the latest, what is the current condition of those who were attacked yesterday afternoon.
Riots in Dublin city centre yesterday evening after three children and a woman were attacked near a school earlier in the day. Speaking to Ciara and Shane this morning was Mark O’Meara, Vice President of the GRA and also Daithi De Roiste, Lord Mayor of Dublin chair of Joint Policing Committee with Dublin City Council.
Israel and Hamas will begin a four-day truce this morning with the first group of 13 Israeli women and child hostages set to be released later today, although that list does not include Irish-Israeli girl Emily Hand. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr. Basem Naim a Member of the Political Bureau of Hamas, and a former Health Minister Sean Bell, Former Fighter Pilot and now Military Analyst.
Adrian Weckler, Technology Correspondent with the Irish Independent, was at the scene last night. Also with reaction was Norma Foley, Minister for Education and Gary Gannon, Local Social Democrat TD gave their reaction to the news of the stabbing and the riots that followed.
Public transport was down in Dublin city centre last night following violent riots that saw a Dublin Bus and Luas carriage set alight. Harry McCann, Dublin Bus Spokesperson gave us an update do you have on services? Also speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Barry Kenny, Irish Rail Corporate Communications Manager.For an update on Luas services was Dervla Brophy, Manager with Transdev.
Violent scenes erupted in Dublin city centre yesterday evening after three children and a woman were attacked near a school earlier in the day. We spoke to Conor Lally, Security and Crime Editor for the Irish Times explained what more we know about the stabbings on Parnell Street. Deborah Byrne, North inner city labour Cllr had just collected her son from Parnell Street moments before the attack.
We should all make a better effort to appreciate the “last” moments we experience every day. That’s the view of Guardian Columnist Joel Snape who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
What will the controversial outcome of the Dutch elections mean for Europe? For more on this, we speak to Gordon Darroch, Netherlands-based Journalist.
What should parents do when their kids are finding ways to avoid going to school? For some advice for students and parents we spoke to Stella O’Malley a Psychotherapist and Author of What Your Teen is Trying To Tell You.
Our own Sean Moncrieff spent last week with Unicef staff in Somalia, where one year on from the worst drought in over 40 years in the country, the country is now facing a crisis due to severe flooding. While he was over there, he sat down with Christophe Hodder, Climate, Peace and Security Advisor to the UN in Somalia, about how the country has found itself on the front lines of climate change.
Tánaiste Micheál Martin announced plans yesterday, to scrap the Triple Lock which prevents Ireland from deploying troops overseas without UN approval. We get a reaction from Mark Price, Co-Chair of the Irish Anti-War Movement and founding member of the Irish Neutrality League.
This morning we were expecting 10 hostages to be released by Hamas, as agreed with the Government of Israel, however, we now understand this has been delayed. Here to give us an update was Ruth Eglash, a Journalist based in Jerusalem.
That was Walter Cronkite of CBS there at the end breaking the news to the American people that President John F Kennedy had died. Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern looked back on.60 years ago today when JFK was assassinated.
Smokers may be banned from buying cigarettes until they are aged 21. The proposal from Health Minister Stephen Donnelly aims to tackle the habit among young people. To discuss this further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Professor Deirdre Murray, Director of the National Cancer Registry.
The world’s Biggest Culture Summit will take place in Dublin from the 28th of November until the 1st of December Richard Shakespeare, Chief Executive of Dublin City Council joined Shane with the details
Does Irish music need more play on our airwaves? That's what's up for discussion at the Oireachtas later today. Andrew Kavanagh, Lead singer with KeyWest spoke to Ciara this morning.
32 million passengers per year is the current cap at Dublin Airport. The Dublin Airport Authority will go before the Joint Committee on Transport and Communications today, asking for this to be scrapped. To discuss further Pat spoke to Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson for Aviation and Tourism, and Committee Member.
People Before Profit is moving a motion in the Dáil today to impose sanctions on Israel and to stop the use of Shannon airport by US troops. Gino Kenny, People Before Profit TD spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A loophole in the Road Traffic Acts has enabled some drivers to escape penalty points by being disqualified for as little as one day. Here to break it down for us is David Staunton, Barrister and Author of ‘Drunken Driving.
The Government plans to hold a referendum to delete the references in the Constitution to women’s role in the home, with the date coinciding with March 8th International Women’s Day likely to be the polling day. To discuss further on Newstalk Breakfast was the Director of the Gender Studies Programme at UCD, Mary McAuliffe.
The world is on track for a 3-degree temperature rise this century as global warming and greenhouse gas emissions continue to break records, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) has warned. Speaking to Shane this morning was John Sweeney, Climatologist and Professor Emeritus at Maynooth University.
We need to break the cycle of getting our bodies ‘ready’ for special occasions. That’s the call from Edel Coffey, Irish Examiner Columnist who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The leader of Hamas has signalled that a truce deal agreement with Israel is ‘close’ A Hamas official indicated that it is possible they will return hostages in exchange for Israel's release of jailed Palestinians We spoke to Eylon Levy, Israeli Government Spokesman, and also Hadeel Qazzaz, Oxfam MENA Regional Gender Advisor based in Ramallah.
How challenging do you find it organising your child's birthday party? Our reporter, Josh Crosbie, has been meeting with parents, psychotherapists, and children themselves to hear about the politics of children's parties.
What was once a day of online deals is a multi-week push of promotions and deals before Christmas. This Friday is ‘Black Friday’, but how can you find the best value and - most importantly - avoid scam websites? Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us on the show to tell us more.
A transformative change is coming to the welfare system: For the first 9 months, unemployment benefits will now be calculated based on your previous earnings. Joining Ciara to discuss further was Brid O'Brien, Head of Policy and Media for the Irish National Organisation of the Unemployed.
Qatari and American mediators have indicated that Israel and Hamas were close to a deal that would see the release of a significant number of hostages held in Gaza, in return for a temporary ceasefire and other Israeli concessions. IDF spokesperson Major Libby Weiss spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Is there a stigma around having or being an ‘only child’? We discussed this with Barbara Neeson, Writer, and Commentator.
The festive season is almost upon us and with it the annual need for seasonal workers. But staff shortages aren't making employers' jobs easy. Newstalk Reporter Sarah Madden reports.
Irish society “hates” heroin users and does not value their lives. That’s according to former Drugs Minister & Labour’s Justice and Education Spokesperson, Aodhán Ó Ríordáin who spoke to Shane this morning.
82% of college leavers in 2022 obtained employment within 9 months of graduating, that’s according to data gathered by the Higher Education Authority. Brian Mooney, Guidance Counsellor and Editor of the Education Matters Yearbook gave us the details.
Ireland is on target to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040 according to Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Delivering for rural Ireland is the main focus of the Fine Gael’s Special Conference taking place this weekend but is enough being done? To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Pat McDonagh, CEO of Supermacs.
Amy Hanley, a mum of a teen battling anorexia, is to stage a protest outside the Department of Health today. Amy explained to Ciara why she was marching to Leinster House today.
It’s International Fraud Awareness Week, and we’ve teamed up with Bank of Ireland to help educate and inform how to protect our online profiles and land the simple message: Stop Think. Check. The Gardai are advising people to be extra vigilant of online fraud. Henry McKean spoke to Detective Superintendent Michael Cryan, of the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau, about what they do.
Israeli forces have dropped leaflets warning Palestinians to flee parts of southern Gaza, according to residents. Hannah McCarthy, a Journalist in Israel brought us the latest, and an update on talks of a short ceasefire for the release of hostages.
The final series of The Crown has been released on Netflix today. The programme delved into the lives of the royal family will come to an end after six seasons. Ali Ryan Founder of Goss.ie joins me to give her insight into the series.
Also speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Irish citizen Khalid El-Estal is hoping his children will make the list of Irish citizens allowed to leave Gaza after his wife and mother were killed. Israeli troops enter Gaza's Al Shifa hospital in a Hamas raid yesterday. Lt. Col. Peter Lerner, Israeli Defence Force Spokesperson gave us an update on the situation there.
Almost eight in ten (77%) Irish people are against new EU plans to allow children as young as 16 to get behind the wheel. Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for The County of Kerry spoke to Newstalk Breakfast and was asked if is there an argument to be made for letting young people start learning to drive a year earlier.
The Justice Committee today will launch its report on the Government’s plans to overhaul outdated licensing laws, which will change how long pubs and nightclubs open as well as how they apply for licences to operate. Speaking to Shane with some reaction was Sheila Gilheany, Alcohol Action Ireland CEO.
Newstalk has commissioned a survey, which has been carried out by Amárach Research, looking at a number of issues regarding trans rights. The findings of five questions that the public was asked were revealed yesterday, while now Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte joined us to run through the rest of the findings of this survey.
A majority of TDs have rejected a Social Democrats' motion seeking the expulsion of the Israeli Ambassador with 85 TDs backing the Government and 55 voting against it. Paul Rodgers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University discusses if this could the fact this vote was even held affects Ireland's International relations.
Homes and businesses in Galway were devastated and thousands remain without power in the aftermath of storm Debi. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning Michael White, Owner, Oran Decor and DIY explained how his business was badly affected. and also Brian Tapley, Regional Manager with the ESB to explain how many people are without power currently.
On this day in 2022, cervical cancer campaigner Vicky Phelan lost her life to cervical cancer. Stephen Reap representative from the 221 patient support group and a friend of Vicky Phelan remembers Vicky.
Hundreds of patients, including dozens of babies, remain trapped inside Gaza’s largest hospital as Israeli troops and Hamas militants take part in heavy fighting outside it. Speaking to Ciara on the situation there was Bushra Khalid, Oxfam Policy Leader Jerusalem Office.
Radical action – similar to Ireland’s 2004 ban on smoking in the workplace – is needed to deal with cardiovascular disease and other killer diseases. That's the message in a report today by the Irish Heart Foundation. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr Eva Orsmond, a Medical Doctor and Specialist in Overweight & Obesity at Dr Eva’s Clinics in Dublin & Galway.
The Environmental Protection Agency report on the environmental enforcement performance of local authorities in 2022 states that they must prioritize air and water quality and increase waste recycling. For more on this, we heard from Valerie Doyle, Senior Inspector in the Waste and Local Authority Enforcement section of the EPA.
One in five jobs will go into RTÉ as part of a wide-ranging plan to cut costs. The full strategic plan will be announced to staff today by RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Irish Secretary of the National Union of Journalists Seamus Dooley and CEO of ShinAwiL Larry Bass.
Overcrowding, sex-for-rent ads, and scams – these are just some of the issues being faced by International students coming to study here in Ireland Executive Director of the Irish Council for International Students, Laura Harmon spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
‘Is losing one arm not enough to qualify as a disabled driver? Should I get the other one taken off, too?’ So asks - Former Commercial Diver, David Digan who spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Deep fakes have been causing controversy online for some time now, but Meta platforms are now introducing the requirement for political advertisers to declare if posts have been produced by AI or manipulated using digital tools. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us on the show with the details.
Rents stabilising in Dublin that’s according to a Daft report out today. Ronan Lyons, Associate Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin and author of the report explained what is the national picture here.
We continue our coverage of Storm Debi around the country with Keith Leonard, Director of Emergency Management at the Department of Housing, Planning, and Local Government, and with Patrick O’Donovan, Minister of State with responsibility for the Office for Public Works and Brian Tapley, ESB Networks Regional Manager.
An additional 215,000 people are now eligible for free GP Visit Cards, as announced today by Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly. This brings those receiving free GP care in Ireland up to an estimated 500,000. We spoke to Dr Brendan O'Shea, Kildare GP, Assistant Adjuvant Professor in Public Health and Primary Care at Trinity College Dublin with more on this.
New research from Penneys reveals that customers are set to spend an average of €582 on presents this Christmas. But have you started shopping? Newstalk’s Henry McKean met those who already have Christmas wrapped and those who leave it to their loved ones.
Storm Debi is wreaking havoc across the country. We cross to red warning counties as Storm Debi hits. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with an update was Matthew Martin, duty forecaster from Met Eireann, Cathaoirleach Liam Carroll- Is in Oranmore in Galway and explained how Galway has been affected. For any update from Limerick, we heard from a Senior reporter with the Limerick Leader Nick Rabbitts.
The Sinn Fein Ard Dheis starts today and the message this year is that it's time for change. Pearse Doherty, Deputy Leader of Sinn Fein spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning ahead of the Ard Dheis.
“I am through with hugs and kisses. Handshakes are the only answer” so says Adrian Chiles, Broadcaster, writer, and Guardian columnist who spoke to Shane this morning.
'We have evil in this room – those were the words of Mr Justice Tony Hunt after Jozef Puska was convicted of murdering schoolteacher Ashling Murphy We speak to Anne Clarke, CEO of Offaly Domestic Violence Support Services, and also Ronan Berry who was involved in the vigil in Tullamore after Aisling’s murder. Also joining Shane was Lisa Chambers, Fianna Fail Senator.
An Coimisiún Toghcháin, Ireland’s new independent electoral commission has published its first Draft Research Programme One of the topics up for consideration is election postering. We ask election posters be scrapped with Dr Adrian Kavanagh, from the Department of Geography at Maynooth University, and also John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist and Commentator.
Israel has agreed to four-hour humanitarian pauses in fighting every day - allowing Palestinians in northern Gaza to evacuate, the White House has said. Patrick Bury, Senior Security Lecturer at the University of Bath, Former Nato Analyst and Army Officer gave an update on the situation to Shane this morning on the show.
That was Aisling Murphy’s boyfriend Ryan Casey speaking outside court yesterday after Jozef Puska was convicted of her murder Speaking to Shane this morning was Director of the Gender Studies Programme at UCD, Mary McAuliffe.
The newly released Robbie Williams Netflix series has received mixed reviews from TV critics. It’s been branded as an ‘honest insight’ by some but ‘naval gazing’ by others. Scott Bryan, BBC TV Critic gave his view on the series with Shane this morning.
The Government will announce a series of new measures today in response to a spate of attacks. This will include fines being doubled and the number of restricted breeds increased. We asked John Hearne, Sinn Fein councillor for Waterford City does these measures go far enough.
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has welcomed an unprecedented increase in applications for General Practitioner training places. Minister Donnell joined Shane this morning on the show.
Tom and Molly Martens were sent back to jail for the manslaughter of Limerick man Jason Corbett.Newstalk Breakfast spoke with Brian Carroll, a Journalist covering the trial and he explained what transpired in court.
Members of Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union blocked the front entrance to the college as part of a call for TCD to “cut ties with apartheid Israel”. Aeisha Wong, Communications and Marketing Officer for TCD’s Student’s Union explained to Ciara their protest.
‘‘Lack of sleep finally broke me’: why sleep deprivation among new parents is no joke.” – that’s the title of an article in the Irish Independent. Erica Hargadon Certified Sleep Consultant and a member of the International Association of Child Sleep Consultants explained how debilitating can lack of sleep be for new parents.
'The deployment of the five robotrees to clean up Cork City air was the equivalent of using five bathroom sponges in Midleton main street to combat flood damage a couple of weeks ago' Those are the words of John Sodeau Professor Emeritus of Chemistry at UCC who spoke to Shane this morning.
An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar will attend an international conference on Humanitarian Assistance to Gaza today in Paris This comes as an alliance of 13 major aid groups has urged world leaders to push for a ceasefire in Gaza. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Hannah McCarthy, a Journalist in Israel.
Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris has today welcomed the publication of the 2023 National Skills Bulletin and Minister Harris spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more details on this.
Irish beef exports to China suspended after case of BSE (Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE), or Mad Cow Disease) Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Eddie Punch, General Secretary of the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association.
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant says Israeli troops are "in the heart of Gaza City". Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Lt. Col. Peter Lerner, IDF Spokesperson.
Consent lessons should be expanded to secondary schools that was the message at an Oireachtas committee yesterday. For more on this, Shane was joined on the show by UCC Professor Louise Crowley.
The sentencing hearing of Molly Martens and her father continued yesterday. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with an update from the hearing was Brian Carroll is a Freelance Journalist covering the trial.
On average, 303 ICU beds were open daily in public hospitals in 2021 – just below half of the OECD average. That’s according to a new National ICU Audit published today. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Catherine Motherway, past President of the Intensive Care Society of Ireland.
Education Minister Norma Foley is bringing a memo to Cabinet that encourages parents to avoid buying smartphones for their children in primary schools. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr Elizabeth Farries, Director at UCD Centre for Digital Policy.
One year on from the introduction of the Basic Income for the Arts pilot scheme, there are calls for Ireland to introduce a universal and unconditional Basic Income for all John Baker, Co-Author and Steering Group Member of Basic Income Ireland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
According to the Restaurant Association Of Ireland, 140 cafes and food businesses closed in the past 4 months. And many more are planning to close after Christmas. Petal Cafe, in Castlepollard County Westmeath, closed its doors for the final time. Since she spoke to the Irish Independent owner Elaine Guinan has been swamped with wellwishers and other cafes contacting her, to say they too are about to go under. Henry McKean asks why restaurants and cafes can't continue with high electricity bills and their suppliers charging double.
The death toll in Gaza has surpassed 10,000 that's according to the Hamas Run Health Ministry. Speaking to Jonathan this morning was Dr Jilan Abdalmajid Palestinian Ambassador to Ireland.
An Bord Pleanala has given approval for a second railway line between Midleton and Glounthane, Co. Cork This project is expected to triple the frequency of trains on the line Does Ireland need more railway lines like this? To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Barry Kenny, Corporate Communications Manager with Iarnrod Eireann.
The sentencing hearing for Molly and Tom Martens for the manslaughter of Limerick man Jason Corbett continued yesterday Southern Correspondent for the Independent Ralph Reigel is in North Carolina brought us up to speed.
If you check your phone, chances are you’ll have received texts in recent weeks informing you that you owe money to AnPost, DHL, and other service providers. These are just some of the scams that are doing the rounds and consumers are being warned to be eyes wide open about messages of this nature as we carry out online shopping over the coming weeks. With more on this, we spoke to Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has backed proposals to change the 32 million passenger cap at Dublin airport. For more on this, we heard from Padraig Ó Céidigh, Founder of Aer Lingus Regional and former Chair of Shannon Group.
Minister for Justice Helen McEntee TD has today launched the Third National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking and Minister McEntee spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Almost no one likes to describe themselves as a “conservative” - so wrote columnist David Quinn in the Sunday Independent who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
All Things Considered: Is Ireland a cold house for conservatives? Ciara and Jonathan discussed this morning.
Dublin Marathon officials claim that Dublin City Council told them to find a new route next year due to traffic disruption and inconvenience to commuters Ian O’Riordan, Irish Times Athletics Correspondent believes we should take more pride in the Dublin Marathon.
The Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly TD has announced plans to enable pharmacists to extend the validity of prescriptions from the current maximum period of six months to 12 months Illona Duffy, Monaghan-based GP gave her reaction to Newstalk Breakfast.
An 8-year-old Irish girl, Emily Hand thought to have been murdered by Hamas is now believed to be a hostage in Gaza. Hannah McCarthy, Journalist in Israel gave us more details on this.Now, 71% of Irish people believe Israel’s response to the Hamas attack has been disproportionately severe, that’s according to The Sunday Independent’s Ireland Think’s poll. Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Eylon Levy, Former Media Advisor to the President of Israel, Isaac-Herzog.
Speed dating is making a comeback. That's right - according to Eventbrite, three times as many speed dating events were listed in London last year than in 2021 and Irish trends are quickly following suit. Newstalk's Sarah Madden joined the hopeful singles at just one such event taking place across the country over the weekend, and she sent us this report.
This year will mark 20 years since the first self-service checkouts were installed in Irish supermarkets and for many the experience is as tedious as ever.Our reporter Sarah Madden has been speaking to businesses shirking the technology and those benefiting from our irritation with it. She sent us this report.
Block booked weekends, tv hogging and picking up the slack with childcare.This is just some of what the partners of sport enthusiasts have to deal with. So, with the Rugby world cup finally coming to a close, our reporter Sarah Madden investigates what condition Irish relationships will find themselves in, in the aftermath.
Dublin City Council plans to increase on-street parking charges – with some areas to hit €4 an hour. Mannix Flynn, Independent Councillor for Dublin City South-East Area gave Ciara his reaction to this.
Mosab Hassan Yousef is the disowned eldest son of the co-founder of Hamas. He spoke to Ciara and she began by asking him to tell us a little about his father and his background to how he started speaking out about Hamas.
All Things Considered: The Generation Gap Ciara gave her view this morning on the show.
“Restaurant menus are ruining eating out, they’re supposed to seduce you, not humiliate you” that’s according to one food writer Kate NG from The Independent UK For some reaction on this, we spoke to Gary O’Hanlon, Executive Chef at the Condor in France.
The sentencing hearing of Molly Martens and her father continued yesterday. Brian Carroll is a Journalist covering the trial. Brian told Newstalk Breakfast what new developments were revealed yesterday.
We hear about a new tool that lets you check the local air quality days in advance! Speaking to Ciara this morning was Patrick Kenny Senior Scientific Officer with the Environmental Protection Agency.
Taxpayers have been urged to seek refunds they are owed from Revenue after it emerged that thousands have overpaid tax. To explain Ciara spoke to Denis Eustace, Broker and Personal finance advisor with Progressive Financial Services.
Gardaí are awaiting a decision from the Director of Public Prosecutions on whether or not the former swimming coach George Gibney is to face historical sexual abuse charges. With more on this, Ciara was joined by Irish Times reporter Jack Power.
Loose Women Presenter, Colleen Nolan has opened up about how she feels ‘redundant’ since her children have flown the nest So, what is empty nest syndrome? To explain Ciara was joined on the show this morning by Leslie Shoemaker, Counselling Psychologist and Lecturer in TU Dublin.
Avichai Brodutch returned home on October 7th to find his wife and three young children had been kidnapped by Hamas. Avichai spoke to Ciara this morning. Also, Gaza’s only cancer treatment hospital was forced to shut down after running out of fuel yesterday, Faris Al-Jawaid, Médecins Sans Frontières Communications Manager for Palestine brought us the latest details.
Tonight and tomorrow night will see the return of ‘Dublin by Night Fest’, which celebrates the city center after dark. Ian Redmond, of Hyde Grafton Street, Ohana Tiki Bar on Harcourt Street, Dublin, and former Owner of Tramline Nightclub explained what more needs to be done to retain this vibrancy in the city centre.
The gap between Ireland’s most disadvantaged areas and the national average has increased. That’s according to the 2022 Pobal HP Deprivation Index launched today. Anna Shakespeare CEO of Pobal brought Ciara the details of the findings.
Very few young employees in Ireland are on a sub-minimum youth rate that’s according to new research out today from the ESRI Speaking to Ciara this morning was Marie Sherlock, Labour Party Senator and Spokesperson on Employment.
With almost 90% of Irish schools under Catholic Patronage teacher training courses have been advising students to take the CRS, a certificate in religious studies to boost their chances of getting employed. Simon Lewis, Primary school principal and host of If I Were the Minister for Education Podcast & Alan Hynes, CEO of the Catholic Education Partnership.
Two million households are set to benefit from electricity and gas price cuts from today. For more on what savings households can expect David Kerr, Founder & CEO of Bonkers.ie.
Thomas Martens and his daughter Molly Martens Corbett have accepted responsibility for killing Limerick man Jason Corbett in his home in North Carolina in August 2015. Southern Correspondent with the Irish Independent Ralph Reigel is in North Carolina for the hearing and Ralph spoke to Ciara this morning.
The Israel Defence Forces have claimed responsibility for the strike on the Jabaliya Refugee Camp in Gaza, claiming they were targeting a Hamas Commander. Speaking to Shane this morning was Bel Trew, International Correspondent for the Independent in Tel Aviv and Bushra Khalid, Oxfam Policy Leader in Jerusalem.
Marriage is not now and never has been designed with women’s happiness in mind. So wrote Clementine Ford in her new book “I Don’t” which encourages women to steer clear of tying the knot.
Was Halloween night a horror show for the fire brigade? Greg O’Dywer, Assistant Chief Fire Officer with Dublin Fire Brigade told Shane how Halloween night went for them.
Newry town centre is completely flooded and a bridge in north Co Louth has partially collapsed due to flooding, as two separate rain warnings have been issued by Met Éireann and the Met Office. Mark Bowe, Meteorologist from Met Eireann told us what we could expect, and also joining Newstalk Breakfast was Patrick O’Donovan, Minister of State with Responsibility for the Office of Public Works.
'The war on drugs has failed’ - that is the view of Sir Richard Branson, entrepreneur and founder of the Virgin Group.Sir Richard Branson joined Ciara Kelly on Newstalk Breakfast to discuss...
More than 50 years after The Beatles broke up, the band announced the release of their "last song". Broadcaster Dave Fanning, explained how this is a a huge moment for any Beatles fan.
More than a third of young people aged 13 to 16 have said they currently vape and never smoked before starting, that’s according to new research commissioned by Foróige Sligo. Dr Garrett McGovern GP specialising in addiction medicine and Medical Director of Priority Medical Clinic, Dundrum joined Shane this morning with a reaction to this research.
A new study reveals that anger and shouting at your kids as a form of discipline can be as damaging as smacking. Jessica Bondy, Founder of “Words Matter” the world’s first charity focusing on childhood verbal abuse by adults gave her view on these findings.
EU leaders have agreed to call for "humanitarian corridors and pauses" to get urgently needed aid into Gaza, after meeting at a summit in Brussels last night Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Hannah McCarthy, Freelance Journalist in the Middle East and also Senior Security lecturer at the University of Bath, former NATO analyst and army officer Patrick Bury.
The Cliffs of Moher Experience received multiple complaints this year with one person saying they felt "scammed" by steep parking fees, With more on this Ciara spoke to Shane Talty, Fianna Fail Clare Cllr.
A Garda investigation is underway to identify members of the force who produced “malicious” and harassing WhatsApp messages about their female colleagues. Mairead Maguire, a Reporter with the Journal brought us the details.
Police are continuing to search for a shooter who killed 18 people and wounded 13 more at a bowling alley and a bar in Maine on Wednesday Night. Martin Wall, Irish Times Washington correspondent brought us the latest on the situation in Maine.
“In a world of card payments, the days of dropping coins into a tip jar are gone. On-screen digital options can sometimes increase gratuities, but at what cost?” - that’s a title of an article this week from BBC news. Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin and Author of “Asylum: Inside Grangegorman spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
“While there is no limit on the compassion of the Irish Government and the Irish people, there is a limit on our capacity and we are very much at that,” - so said Taoiseach Leo Varadkar in the Dáil yesterday. Nick Henderson, CEO of the Irish Refugee Council gave his reaction to these comments.
Israel aims fire at southern Gaza as world leaders seek pause in fighting. Speaking to Shane this morning was Ireland’s EU Commissioner, Mairead McGuinness.
Danny Healy-Rae has called on the Government to conduct a serious cull of deer in Ireland, which he said are causing collisions on roads and damaging farms. Is a national cull program needed? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Tim Cullinane, President of the Irish Farmers Association, and John Tierney Campaigns Director at the Association of Hunt Saboteurs.
Over half of Ireland’s wastewater discharges are not meeting EU standards. That’s outlined in the latest EPA’s Urban Waste Water Treatment report. Speaking to Shane this morning to explain the findings was Noel Byrne, Programme Manager of the Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Environmental Enforcement.
The number of pedestrians killed on Irish roads this year is on course to be the highest level in 15 years, if the current trend continues. Speaking to Shane this morning was Minister of State with Special Responsibilities for Road Safety, Jack Chambers to shed light on the situation.
At least 22 people have been killed in a shooting in Maine in the US. A police hunt for a suspect is underway Ciara spoke to US based Journalist Harriet Alexander and she explained what they know so far.
A study finds that humour on a first date doesn’t influence attractiveness, challenging the belief that women prefer funny men. For some solid first-date tips is Relationship Expert, Jennifer Haskins from Two’s Company.
Modular Housing is urgently needed to address the housing shortage, a major conference will be held today. We speak to Eoin O’Broin, Sinn Fein Spokesperson for Housing.
Hospitals in Gaza are ceasing to function because they are running out of water and fuel for generators while being overwhelmed by huge numbers of casualties and civilians seeking shelter from Israeli bombing. Ciara spoke to Hannah McCarthy, a Freelance Journalist reporting from the Middle East.
Artificial Intelligence has been a key theme of 2023, with academics, actors and average citizens all expressing concerns about the disruption it will cause in the future. The EU, however, is on the cusp of introducing the first laws in the world to regulate its use. With more details on this we spoke to Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent.
Halloween is only a few days away when the children of Ireland will be out and about trick-or-treating. But what is the right age for children to go alone? Speaking to Shane this morning was Gill Hines, Education and Parenting Consultant and Author of “It’s not Fair!”
Making a false insurance claim should become as “socially unacceptable as smoking indoors”, according to Brian Hanley, CEO of Alliance for Insurance Reform who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning,
If you fancy a bit of Nirvana memorabilia then get yourself along to The Museum of Style Icons at Newbridge Silverware in Co Kildare. Some of front frontman Kirt Cobain’s music equipment will be on display including his Skystang I Fender Mustang Electric Guitar which is valued between an eye-watering $1 and $2 million dollars. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Martin Nolan – Auctioneer from Julian’s Auction.
Count Kaz Balinski and his wife Sophie Anderton of Glendalough House are among the residents who are objecting to plans to house 950 refugees at Glendalough Estate and Count Kaz Balinski spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Partners micro-cheat in many ways. If you’re OK with it, then fine. If not, speak up” That’s the title of an article from yesterday’s Irish Independent by Screenwriter and Host of the Basically Podcast , Stefanie Priessner. But what is microcheating? To explain we spoke to Helen Vaughan, Therapist at Maynooth Counselling and Psychotherapy.
As the nights become longer and the weather gets colder – is it time to think about keeping costs down? Our reporter Henry McKean got the tips and tricks for keeping energy costs low.
Cork City Council is seeking the public’s views on new proposed regulations for Cork’s Street performers Speaking to Ciara this morning was Ken O’Flynn, Cork City Councillor and Former Deputy Lord Mayor.
The country has been battling weather alerts over recent days but are they freak events or our new normal due to Climate change? Speaking to Shane this morning was John Sweeney, Climatologist and Professor Emeritus at Maynooth University a little earlier and started by asking him if thinks climate change is playing a part in our extreme weather.
The organisers of Web Summit say the event in Lisbon will go ahead next month, despite the controversy over its former CEO’s comments last week. Paddy Cosgrave stood down from his position on Saturday. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brought us the details.
Trigger warnings aren’t just for snowflakes so says Professor John Sutherland from University College London who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
‘Worrying work culture’ as bullying and burnout ‘rife’ within the Gardaí, that’s according to a Garda Representative Association survey of 40 former members Tara McManus, Assistant to the General Secretary of the GRA gave a reaction to these findings.
Israel has carried out a series of strikes overnight in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah. It comes as rockets continue to hit Gaza and approximately 26 trucks carrying aid have entered the area. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfsat was Bel Trew, International correspondent for The Independent, and also Ghassan Abu-Sittah plastic and reconstruction surgeon with Doctors Without Borders currently working in Shifa Hospital in Gaza.
Does Ireland’s economy need more working mothers? OECD Statistics indicate that Ireland has very low participation rates for mothers, particularly for those from a low educational background. Speaking to Ciara this morning on the show was Dr Mary McAuliffe, Lecturer in Gender Studies at UCD.
The Irish Patients Association’s 'Flunited' campaign highlights the importance of the free nasal spray flu vaccine for children aged 2-12 years. Christine Loscher, Professor of Immunology at DCU will launch the campaign today and Christine spoke to Shane on the show.
Met Éireann has issued an Orange weather warning for Kilkenny, Wexford, and Waterford from today, with a status yellow also coming into effect for several other counties. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Mark Bowe, Met Eireann forecaster and also Paul Rock, Senior fire advisor with the National Directorate for Fire & Emergency Management.
The trial of four men accused of various sexual offences against a woman collapsed at the Central Criminal Court . The state submitted a request for the alleged victim to continue providing evidence via video link, it was not successful in its application and the charges were dropped. With more on this Ciara was joined on the show by Dr Cliona Sadlier, Executive Director of the Rape Crisis Network of Ireland.
Live Aid led to the patronising ‘save Africa’ industry. We don’t need a musical about it wrote Moky Makura, executive director of Africa No Filter and Moky spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
We’d never have got married had we met on a dating app so says the Former editor of You and Glamour, Jo Elvin. We ask are dating apps distorting young people's views of relationships.
Storm Babet brought almost a month’s worth of rain to the south of the country in just over 24 hours on Tuesday and Wednesday and resulted in serious flooding in the region, with homes and businesses in Cork, Kerry, and Waterford impacted. Newstalk’s Southern Reporter Jamie O Hara spent yesterday in Midleton in East Cork and brought us the latest.
"Urgent action is needed to improve private drinking water quality” That’s the call from the EPA as they publish their Drinking Water Quality in Private Group Schemes and Small Private Supplies 2022 report Noel Byrne, Programme Manager of the Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Environmental Enforcement talked Shane through the findings.
Israel’s defence minister, Yoav Gallant has told troops that they will soon see Gaza “from the inside”. Joining Ciara this morning for the latest updates was Hannah McCarthy, a journalist reporting from Tel Aviv.
Are modern mental health ‘gurus’ doing more harm than good? We discussed with Stella O’Malley, Psychotherapist and Author of “What Your Teen is Trying to Tell You”
Considered: Middle class sustaining the drug trade. Ciara and Shane discussed this morning on the show.
Calls to Rape Crisis National Helpline reach highest ever level in 2022 - That’s according to new figures released by the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre Annual Report Noeline Blackwell, DRCC Chief Executive Officer spoke to Ciara this morning on the show to discuss these findings.
The army has been deployed to assist with flood relief efforts in East Cork, which has been the worst county hit by Storm Babet. Cllr Frank O'Flynn, Cork County Mayor gave Ciara an update from the area.
Israel has said it will allow Egypt to deliver limited quantities of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip after Biden's visit. Speaking to Shane this morning was Duncan Bullivant, CEO of Henderson Risk Group, Former British Army Officer, and former UK Diplomat.
Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheal Martin on the Gaza Isreal conflict and latest strikes.
Hundreds feared dead at Gaza hospital as Israel denies strike, while US President Joe Biden has postponed his visit to Jordan and will only go to Israel on his Middle East trip. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Eylon Levy, Former media adviser to President of Israel Isaac Herzog, and also Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
Junior Cycle exam results will be issued to students across the country today. We spoke to Carl O’Brien, Education Editor of The Irish Times.
Trinity College Dublin kicked off Climate Action Week yes with Meat Free Monday in their catering facilities across campus. But how sustainable is a meat-free diet? We sppke to Jayne Buxton, Author of ‘The Great Plant-Based Con’ & Sandra Higgins, Director of GoVegan World.
The families of missing people are meeting politicians at Leinster House today. They are looking for a range of measures including greater support for families who are left behind. Priscilla Clarke is one of more than 800 people who remain missing in Ireland. Her sister Claire Clarke Keane is one of the organisers of this meeting and joined Shane this morning on the show.
At least 500 dead in strike on Al-Ahli Baptist hospital in Gaza, health officials say. Emily Wither, Journalist based in Tel Aviv spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Calls are being made for the government to urgently address the long waiting times for driving tests across the country. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this was Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD.
This week, Pope Francis leads a groundbreaking Synod addressing the Church's stance on LGBT+ roles, women's ordination, and permitting married priests in clergy-scarce regions. Fr Tony Flannery, a Redemptorist priest, faced Vatican expulsion in 2012 for his progressive views, including supporting women priests. Father Flannery spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to tell about the personal impact and his aspirations for the Church.
Was President Higgins right to criticize European Commission Ursula Von Der Leyen's comments on Israel? Gary Gannon, Social Democrat TD gave his view to Newstalk Breakfast.
Israel-Hamas war rages as crisis deepens in Gaza Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Sean Bell, Retired former fighter Pilot, Current Defence Consultant and Co Host of the Red Matrix Podcast and also Hadeel Qazzaz, Oxfam MENA Regional Gender Advisor based in Ramallah.
All Things Considered: Should our President be political? Ciara and Shane discussed this morning.
“It is easy – and often tempting – to (BS) bullshit, but much harder to clean up afterwards,” - so says Daniel Deasy, Associate professor of philosophy at UCD in this week’s Irish Times and Daniel spoke to Shane this morning.
A planned strike by health and social care workers in the community and voluntary sector has been called off following successful talks between unions and government representatives. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was the Spokesperson for The Leaders Alliance, Leigh Gath.
The ongoing Israel-Hamaz conflict has seen the destruction of the Gaza Strip. We get the latest on the ground in Isreal with James Marlow, Broadcast Journalist with a focus on Foreign Affairs, Israel & Middle East.
More than three dozen people have joined a class-action suit filed in California against Apple. The complaint alleges the tech giant’s negligence in relation to AirTags, which are item-tracking devices. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly explained all on the show.
All Things Considered: Should Dublin Port be moved? Shane and Ciara discussed this morning.
“Dodgy maths and dark politics are putting Irish patients in danger” Those are the stark words from Former Director General of the HSE, strategic advisor & columnist with The Sunday Independent Tony O’Brien and Tony spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
With thousands of Polish nationals voting in the embassy this weekend, we are asking, should Irish citizens overseas be given the right to vote in our elections? To debate this morning was Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Columnist with the Journal and Keith Mills Current Affairs Commentator.
40 Irish people are currently in Gaza, according to An Tanaiste, Micheal Martin. The news comes as tens of thousands of Palestinians attempt to flee airstrikes and an Israeli ground offensive in search of Hamas Militants. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Peter Power UNICEF’s Executive Director Dana Erlick, Israeli Ambassador to Ireland.
“Random testing at work the answer for Ireland’s cocaine problem” That’s the call from Former Fianna Fail Minister and Sunday Times Commentator Conor Lenihan and Conor spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Climate Action Week begins today, but how far does Ireland have to go on our climate commitments? Joining Shane this morning on the show was Duncan Stewart, Environmentalist and Architect.
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyhu has vowed to “demolish Hamas” as the Israeli Defence Force moved into Gaza yesterday urging civilians to evacuate South Speaking to Ciara this morning was Hannah McCarthy, a Journalist in Israel.
The humble egg a staple in many Irish households is celebrating 'World Egg Day' today and we spoke to Darina Allen, Chef, Author & Founder of the Ballymaloe Cooking School.
Dublin Airport have introduced new tools to get feedback from passengers travelling through the airport via a passenger panel and a new app feature. Graeme McQueen, Media Relations Manager with the DAA spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on how it will work.
The measures announced in Budget 2024 will insulate households from rising costs next year but risks adding to inflationary pressures – that's according to new research from the Economic and Social Research Institute. Speaking to Ciara this morning on the show with more on this was John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin.
With the Garda entry age limit to increase to 50 we spoke to Minister for Justice Helen McEntee.
‘Schools are robbing children of their childhoods’ so says a Miami teacher who wants to revolutionise how kids learn. Teacher Ana Lorena Fabrega explained to Newstalk Breakfast what she meant.
Minister Hildegarde Naughton will team up with the SciComm Collective to expand the Healthy Weight Campaign It's the second wave of the campaign which focuses on the prevention of weight gain by speaking directly to young adults aged 25 to 34 about positive behaviours that help to maintain a healthy weight. Professor Donal O’Shea, the HSE’s Clinical Lead for Obesity spoke to Jonathan this morning.
It’s the final countdown to the Rugby World Cup Quarter Finals between Ireland and New Zealand tomorrow night at 8pm in Paris. Henry McKean asked fans who will win and have they come across bed bugs yet.
Hundreds of children and women are reported to have been killed in Gaza following days of Israeli airstrikes - as the US said Hamas's surprise attack on Israel was "equivalent to ten 9/11s". For more on this, Shane was joined now by Hannah McCarthy, a journalist in Israel, and also Eylon Levy, Former Media Advisor to the President of Israel, Isaac_Herzog.
Legislation allowing nightclubs to stay open later may be split in two to ensure the law is ready by summer 2024, according to Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee Sunil Sharpe, Spokesperson from Give Us The Night Campaign gave a reaction to Newstalk Breakfast.
The chief executive of the Peter McVerry Trust has resigned in the wake of a major financial crisis at the housing and homelessness charity. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was David W Duffy, Founder of the Corporate Governance Institute.
The Minimum wage is set to increase by €1.40 per hour to €12.70 from January 1st. We get reactions from the restaurant industry with Jp McManus, Galway Chef and Restaurateur.
"Ukrainian refugees, who have been living in tents at the Electric Picnic site are set to be moved over the next few days." "There are over 70 people still staying on the site in Stradbally Co Laois, while the facility is expected to wind down by next Tuesday." "Our reporter, Josh Crosbie, was there the day they first arrived, and he went back there last night to an event aimed at linking new arrivals up with hosts:
This Friday, the public transportation sector in France is going on strike. This will disrupt the rail, metro, and air traffic services as rugby supporters travel to Marseilles and Paris for the Rugby World Cup. With more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air & Travel Magazine.
Fingal County Council will begin distributing grit boxes to residents ahead of another frost. However, a spokesperson has said Dublin County Council has no similar plan. Speaking to Shane this morning was Green Party Councillor Pamela Conroy who originally brought the motion to Fingal County Council in February.
Israel has formed an emergency war cabinet and unity government as it tightens its siege of the Gaza Strip in advance of an expected ground offensive.We get an update on the increasingly violent conflict in Israel and Gaza with Inna Lazareva a journalist in Tel Aviv.
Holly Willoughby has announced her departure from ITV’s ‘This Morning’, after 14 years. Scott Bryan, BBC TV Critic gave Newstalk Breakfast his reaction to Holly's announcement.
The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council has warned that Budget 2024’s temporary measures risk stoking further inflation Professor Michael McMahon the Acting Chairperson of IFAC explained his concerns.
Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Simon Coveney joined Newstalk Breakfast to discuss Budget 2024.
A survey carried out by Sanofi in partnership with Together against RSV found that 63% of Irish parents are concerned their child may catch RSV this winter Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast to explain what RSV is and how to treat it was Dr Scott Walkin, Irish College of General Practitioners lead for Infection Control and Mayo GP.
With the announcement of the 2024 Budget yesterday, We speak to the opposition with their view on the Budget. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Rose Conway-Walsh, Sinn Féin spokesperson on Public Expenditure and Reform.
Transition year as a unique feature of second-level education was established in 1993. 20 years later, is it time we reimagine how this year can shape teenagers’ lives? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Arthur Godsil, Former Headmaster of St Andrews College Dublin and Director of Godsil Education.
Israel has imposed a ‘complete siege’ of the Gaza Strip as the escalation of violence in the Middle East continues. Speaking to Shane this morning was Lior Haiat, Spokesperson of the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and also Solidarity- People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy.
“I'm a white Irish parent of brown children - I didn't want them growing up in Ireland” –Those are the words of Suzanne Harrington, Journalist and Author who joined Ciara and Shane on the show this morning.
We now have a fair idea of what today’s Budget announcement will contain, but will it be for the best for the Irish economy? Gerard Howlin, Public Affairs Consultant and Irish Times Contributor gave his view to Newstalk Breakfast.
A team of international researchers has suggested that food could be labeled as ‘addictive’ to change people’s diets as ultra-processed food addiction is estimated to occur in 14% of adults and 12% of children. To discuss this further Ciara was joined on the show this morning by Gaye Godkin, Nutritionist.
Israel has imposed a ‘complete siege’ of the Gaza Strip as overall deaths in the conflict have passed 1,500. Speaking to Ciara was Bel Trew, The Independent’s Chief International Correspondent who is in Tel Aviv.
Talks continued late into the evening on the last day of budget negotiations ahead of today’s announcement. Hugh O'Connell Deputy Political Editor of Irish Independent, explained any changes to what we can expect.
A new Snapchat feature could be banned from the UK over privacy concerns. MyAI was introduced in April of this year. But the Information Commissioner's Office says the company may have failed to properly assess privacy risks Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brought us the details.
Iarnród Eireann will launch their Climate Action plan with Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan later today. Barry Kenny, Corporate Communications Manager with Iarnrod Eireann brought us the details.
A lecturer in South East Technological University is objecting to the university’s gender identity policy Colette Colfer, a lecturer in world religions joined Ciara on the show this morning to explain her view.
Approximately 700 Israelis have died in attacks by the Hamas regime as fighting continues and dozens of warplanes attack the Gaza Strip. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Alan Shatter, Former Minister for Justice, Fellow of the Israel Council on Foreign Relations & Chairperson of Magen David Adon Ireland.
Budget day is almost upon us but what can we expect? Shane spoke to Paul Hosford, the Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner.
Israel pounded the Palestinian enclave of Gaza yesterday, killing hundreds of people in retaliation for one of the bloodiest attacks in its history when Islamist group Hamas killed 700 Israelis and abducted dozens more Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University gave Ciara an update on the unfolding situation.
Annette Kinehane, a mother who lost her son to heroin, spoke to the Irish Sun recently urging the Criminal Assets Bureau to provide services to children of drug addicts. She spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Labour spokesperson on Climate, Senator Rebecca Moynihan spoke to Shane about why the bike to work scheme should be extended to schools.
Pat O’Mahony, author of 'Rethinking Housing Options for Senior Citizens – Retirement Villages In Every Irish Community' spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about introducing retirement villages into Ireland.
Macy Gray is to headline the Cork Jazz Festival this October bank holiday weekend. She spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about her iconic career.
On the Hard Shoulder this week, Tanaiste Micheal Martin said he was concerned by the rise of the right.Socialist TD Mick Barry and Professor of politics at DCU, Gary Murphy spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about if there has been a rise of the far-right in Ireland.
HSE managerial and administrative staff will begin industrial action today.Ashley Connolly, Fórsa’s National Secretary for Health and Welfare spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
A new survey by My Nametags has found that Nana is the most popular term used for grandmothers, followed closely by Granny. It got Ciara and Shane thinking about the different types of pet names we all have for those close to us.Newstalk reporter, Josh Crosbie, has been around the streets of Dublin finding out the quirky names we call each other.
All Things Considered: Is Ireland seeing a rise of the far right? Ciara and Shane discuss this morning.
Today is SPAR National Tree Day. Eanna Ni Lamha, National Tree Day spokesperson & Wildlife Expert spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about Spar National Tree Day
All Things Considered: Representation in movies - Criticism has been leveled by some at Eve Hewson’s portrayal of a single working-class mother in the new movie ‘Flora and Son’, should the role be played by someone from a working-class background? Shane and Ciara discuss.
Criticism has been levelled by some at Eve Hewson’s portrayal of a single working-class mother from the flats in the new film ‘Flora and Son’.People Before Profit councillor for Drimnagh / Ballyfermot , Hazel De Nortúin gave Newstalk Breakfast her reaction to the film.
The European Union countries have reached a breakthrough in negotiations over how to reform migration rules. The agreement allows member states to adjust rules in times of crisis and ask for help with relocation. The agreement was deemed a ‘a game changer’ by Ursula von der Leyen.Teresa Buczkowska, activist and former Integration Manager with the Immigrant Council of Ireland spoke to Ciara.
Cancer services require €20m in extra funding from Budget 2024 to secure better survival rates and quality of life for people with cancer.Averil Power, CEO of the Irish Cancer Society spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
The term “intrusive thoughts” has blown up on TikTok this year. But what exactly are they and should you be worried if you have them? Ciara spoke to Leslie Shoemaker, Counselling Psychologist and Lecturer in TU Dublin.
Kevin Keegan believes 'lady footballers' are not qualified to express opinions about the men’s international game. The former England manager made the comment during a speaking engagement in Bristol last week. Maeve De Burca, Former Ireland player and pundit, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about the comments.
1 in 30 adults in Ireland now suffers from problem gambling according to new figures from the ESRI. Pete Lunn, Founder and Head of ESRI's Behavioural Research Unit, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly has commissioned a new review by HIQA into the use of unlicensed springs in surgeries at Temple Street Children’s Hospital .Shane spoke to Neasa Hourican, Green Party TD for Dublin Central and Member of the Health Committee and Úna Keightley, Co-Lead of Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Paediatric Advocacy.
Eurostar has stepped up cleaning on its trains amid fears of a mutant bedbug invasion that has already engulfed Paris may also spread to the UK. Area Technical Manager for Rentokil, Colm Moore spoke to Ciara and Shane about staying safe from bedbugs if travelling to France.
The Road Safety Authority will hold its annual conference today with a theme of serious injuries. Minister of State with responsibilities for Road safety Jack Chambers spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
The Irish economy is expected to fall into a recession this year and the Government may have less cash to spend in the Budget than it thought. That’s the warning in an economic forecast published by the Economic and Social Research Institute this morning.Economist, Austin Hughes spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
As children navigate the digital world, how and when should we speak to them about porn?Stella O’Malley, Psychotherapist and Author of “What your Teen is Trying to Tell You” spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about navigating this conversation.
The US House of Representatives have voted to oust Republican Representative Kevin McCarthy as speaker in a historic vote. David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief with The Guardian spoke to Ciara.
The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council has warned climate change will have substantial impacts on Ireland’s public finances.Dr Eddie Casey, Chief Economist for The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council spoke to Shane.
Cork has been named the second-friendliest city in Europe by readers of Condé Nast Traveller.Valerie Mulcahy , Former Irish Footballer, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about why people from Cork are a cut above the rest.
We hear the latest from Italy as a coach crashed off an overpass near Venice in northern Italy. Paddy Agnew, Sunday Independent columnist in Italy spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Exchequer figures published yesterday show that corporation tax slipped to €1.8 billion in September, €300 million less than during the same month last year. Peter Vale, tax partner at Grant Thornton, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Social welfare increases of at least €12 per week and a lump sum payment of the fuel allowance are on the cards in next week’s Budget according to a report in the Indo this morning. Speaking to Ciara this morning was John Fitzgerald Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin.
Pharmacists will be able to dispense oral contraception without a prescription for the first time, under new laws. Speaking about this new development Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Kathy Maher, Community pharmacist in Duleek, co. Meath and chair of the pharmacy contracts committee of the Irish Pharmacy Union.
A major crackdown on shoplifting and burglary in the UK will see CCTV checked against official passport and immigration databases using Facial Recognition Technology Speaking to Shane this morning was Olga Cronin, Surveillance Senior Policy Officer at the Irish Council for Civil Liberties.
All Things Considered:Budget 2023 - Are we repeating mistakes of the past? Shane and Ciara discuss.
Pope Francis has suggested there could be ways to bless same-sex unions. In a letter responding to five conservative cardinals, he said such blessings could be studied if they did not confuse the blessing with sacramental marriage.Shane spoke to the Former President of Ireland, Mary McAleese, and started by asking for her reaction to this news.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month & the Irish Cancer Society is urging the public to host a Big Pink Breakfast to support services and life-changing research. We spoke to Tara Doonan, a Breast Cancer Survivor about her health journey.
Criminal barristers in Ireland are holding their first-ever strike today and what will the strike have on the legal system?We spoke to Stuart Gilhooley, Solicitor and Senior Counsel.
Childcare fees for families should be reduced by two-thirds from 2022 levels to make them affordable for parents. That’s the call today from Sinn Fein, whose motion on the subject will be debated in the Dáil later today. Speaking to Ciara this morning Kathleen Funchion is Sinn Fein TD and spokesperson on children and youth affairs.
Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee has said she will not intervene in the Garda roster row and has reinstated her confidence in Garda Commissioner, Drew Harris Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Mark O’Meara, Vice President of the Garda Representative Association.
Green-Schools National Walk to School Week begins today, we speak to Ciara Norton, Manager of the Green-Schools Travel Programme.
The Citizens’ Assembly is set to call for a liberalisation of drugs laws despite opposition from the Gardai Chair of the citizens assembly on drugs and former HSE chief executive, Paul Reid joined us this morning.
“Even if they do attempt to contribute to a 50-50 division of labour at home, they still face attitudes and workplace policies that have not kept pace with the modern demands of family life.” Those are the words of Simon Usbourne, Features Writer based in London on the modern father’s role in the family who joined Ciara this morning on the show.
The Irish Heart Foundation has made calls for the price of a single cigarette to increase to €1 by 2025 – this comes as smoking rates among teenagers increase for the first time in a generation. Chris Macey, Director of Advocacy at The Irish Heart Foundation spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Up to 30,000 people on their third or subsequent learner permit have never sat a driving test and in some cases may have been driving for almost 30 years without ever holding a full licence. That’s according to new figures published in the Irish Times this morning Speaking to Ciara on these findings was Conor Faughnan a Transport Consultant and CEO of the Royal Irish Automobile Club.
Former newsreader, Anne Doyle has revealed her house was once haunted and that she believes in ghosts as she releases her book ‘Tales of the Otherworld’ But are ghosts real? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was PJ O’Sullivan, Paranormal Investigator with Púca Vogue Paranormal Investigations.
The CEO of Children's Health Ireland has apologised for the use of unauthorized springs as implants in children during an appearance before the Oireachtas Health Committee. Tom Clonan is a Trinity College Dublin Senator and member of the Committee.
Ireland has the 2nd highest excise duty on alcohol across the EU and UK. That’s according to a report published today by Dublin City University Economist Anthony Foley. Should this be cut? To discuss this further Shane was joined on the show by Padraig Cribben, Chief Executive of the Vintners Federation of Ireland and Sheila Gilheany, Alcohol Action Ireland CEO.
House prices are on the rise, but availability is falling – that’s according to a new report from Daft out today. Ronan Lyons, Associate Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin and author of the report spoke to us on the show this morning.
Today marks Ireland's first ever ‘National Compliment Day’ as launched by charity, Jigsaw! While we as a nation are renowned for Irish charm and giving compliments. Why are we so awkward about receiving them? With more on this Ciara spoke to Aoife Dunne Teacher and Content Creator to get her insights.
Green Party MEP for Dublin, Ciaran Cuffe has called on Dublin City Council to develop more pocket parks in response to the number of apartments in the city. Ciaran spoke to Ciara this morning to explain what he is calling for.
A lone gunman has killed three people including a 14-year-old girl in Rotterdam. Gordon Darroch, Netherlands based Journalist explained to Shane what happened in Rotterdam.
A garda investigation has been launched after a boy was bitten by a dog in Limerick earlier this week, while on the same day a man was left with "serious facial injuries" after being attacked by a dog in Dublin. What can be done to prevent large muscular dogs from being a threat to people and animals in public places? Speaking to Ciara this morning with more on this was Pete Wedderburn, Bray-based Vet.
‘Radical reform is now the only viable option’ for health system that’s the warning today from the Irish Medical Organisation. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Dr. John Cannon is President of the IMO.
A new inbuilt breathalyzer which can stop your car from starting could be introduced in Ireland from next year. The alcohol level interlock detects the amount of booze on a driver's breath and has the power to immobilise the vehicle. Henry Mckean met motorists and asked them what they thought.
Is it time to for Ireland to consider the use of genetically modified crops? Speaking to Ciara to debate was Darragh McCullough, Farmer and Agricultural Commentator and Michael O’Callaghan, Former Co-ordinator and founder of the GM-free Ireland Network.
All Things Considered: Calls for support for Dementia patients. Shane and Ciara discussed this morning.
It’s "Drew Flu" as frontline Gardai vote to refuse to work on Halloween. We speak to Dr Pat Leahy, Former Garda Assistant Commissioner for Dublin, and also Julie Galbraith, Partner in Employment Law at global law firm Eversheds Sutherland.
Only 20% of people living with dementia have access to services that meet their care needs. That’s according to a new report from the Alzheimer's Society of Ireland Tony McIntyre is a Carer for his wife Mary who has dementia and Tony told us his story of looking after Mary and the support he gets and requires.
The Irish Economy needs to make space for genuine progress on housing. So says Former Chair of the Fiscal Advisory Council and Lecturer in Economics at UCC, Seamus Coffey who joined us this morning on the show.
The famous Cranberries song 'Zombie' has become a source of controversy after Irish rugby fans sang it out following Saturday’s Rugby World Cup win against South Africa. Colin Parry is the father of Tim Parry, the 12-year-old boy who was killed in the Warrington bombing gave his reaction this morning on the show with Shane.
More than 5,000 first-year students dropped out of their third-level courses in 2020 – 21 citing Covid disruption and disengagement linked to online learning as the perfect storm Speaking to Ciara was Gemma Lawlor, Guidance Counsellor at Tyndall College Carlow.
Suella Braverman, the UK Home Secretary, said multiculturalism has "failed" during a speech on migration in the US She also called for a new international approach to granting asylum and changes to the 1951 refugee convention. Speaking to Shane this morning with reaction wasJohn McGuirk, Editor of Gript Media and also Fergus Finlay, Irish Examiner Columnist and Former CEO of Barnardos.
As we’ve been hearing all morning, Gardaí have confirmed a substantial quantity of drugs have been found on the 'mothership' detained in a dramatic military operation off the Cork coast. Micheal Martin, Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister for Defence joined Ciara this morning.
Baz Ashmawy, TV Presenter, Actor and writer tells us what makes Ireland a go-to tourism destination as today is World Tourism Day.
A very significant quantity of drugs has been discovered on a large container ship off the coast of Cork which was stormed by armed members of the Army Ranger Wing in the early hours of yesterday morning. Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor with The Irish Times brought us the details.
Much of the country is to be hit with heavy rain and strong winds today as Storm Agnes makes landfall. With Storm Agnes updates we heard from Aoife Kealy, Meteorologist with Met Eireann, and also Jamie O’Hara, our reporter in Cork right now.
The sexist culture of the Irish comedy industry has been accepted for years and no one is being held accountable. That’s according to Irish comedian Eve D’Arcy, who is co-founder of Comedy Safety Standards and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Are heavy cars and SUVs too big a drain on our carbon budget? That’s what the Oireachtas Committee on Environment and Climate Action will be discussing today. Hannah Daly, Professor in Sustainable Energy at the School of Engineering in University College Cork, will be speaking before the committee and joined Ciara this morning to discuss this idea.
Over 1,700 childcare providers will be closed for the next three days, as a result of strike action against what the Federation of Early Childcare Providers is calling “dangerous Government underfunding and inaction”
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth – Roderic O’Gorman.
"The Budget will announced two weeks from today. Already talk is heating up on where and what money should be going towards. "The three coalition party leaders met with the Minister for Finance and the Minister for Public Expenditure yesterday, to discuss Budget 2024." So we sent our reporter, Josh Crosbie, to meet with those feeling the cost of living to hear what they think needs to be included in the Budget
“In the mad rush to ensure that every young person has a degree, we risk losing sight of the real goal – providing quality education that equips individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.” - so wrote Lorraine Courtney in the Irish Independent. We asked the view of Mary Kenny, Author, Journalist & Irish Independent Columnist.
Public health officials have appealed to people in the mid-west to use condoms during sex, following unprecedented levels of sexually transmitted infections in the region. With more on this, Shane spoke to Dr Aisling Loy, Consultant in Sexual Health at St James's Hospital & Himerus Health Clinic.
A boat suspected of carrying a large amount of cocaine has run aground in Wexford. Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor with The Irish Times told us what’s going on in Wexford.
Facebook’s parent company Meta is allowing users to create multiple personal profiles, giving those who use the platform more control over what others see. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brought us the details.
Are you a young woman in Ireland struggling with who you are and where you fit in the world? Well, the Shona Project might be able to help you Its founder Tammy Darcy spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on the workings of The Shona Project.“The Shona Project: Empowering and Inspiring the girls of Ireland" For more details visit: Home - The Shona Project
More than 12,000 properties are empty in Dublin. That’s according to databases supplied to The Irish Times by GeoDirectory. In reaction to these findings, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Tom Philips, Managing Director of Tom Philips Associates and Adjunct Associate Professor of Architecture and Planning at UCD.
All Things Considered: Tackling underage drinking. Shane and Jonathan discuss is there a need and how to do it?
An Irish Student has won the 2023 National James Dyson Award with 'Oasis', For inventing a device that reduces visual distractions in open environments. Joel Olympio, a Cork-native product design graduate from the University of Limerick spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on his brilliant achievement.
“The fact that we keep watching, week in and week out, eyes glued to the characters in the spotlight, is proof enough of the soaps’ enduring lure” - that’s according to Independent Journalist Roslyn Dee – but is she right? Speaking to Shane was Scott Bryan, BBC TV Critic
RTÉ paid more than €650,000 to staff in tax allowances last year – with no stipulation that recipients would have to hold a driving licence to receive the payment. Those figures are contained in a series of documents sent by the broadcaster to the Oireachtas media committee. That’s in advance of an appearance by RTÉ executives later today. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of the meeting today was a Member of the Media Committee now, Sinn Fein’s Media Spokesperson, Imelda Munster.
The Gardaí will roll out “Challenge 23” in conjunction with the Listowel Races company in a bid to clamp down on underage drinking & drunk driving. Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for County Kerry gave his reaction to Newstalk Breakfast.
A comprehensive ‘No’ is expected when the results of the GRA’s confidence vote in Garda Commissioner Drew Harris are announced later this morning. It is the first time in the history of An Garda Síochána that there has been a ballot of confidence in a garda commissioner.Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast Tony Gallagher is a former Deputy-Secretary of the AGSI and current Risk, Security & Event Manager of Ashtree Risk Group.
“When baby formula is so expensive it has a security tag, it’s time to cap the price” So says Dr Máire Treasa Ní Cheallaigh, Medical Doctor, Broadcaster, and New Mother who spoke to Jonathan on the show this morning.
Around 10,000 people are missing after major flooding in Derna, Libya, while over 5,000 are thought to be dead. Speaking to Shane with an update on the situation there was Ahmed Bayram, Media Adviser at the Norwegian Refugee Council in the Middle East.
The Tánaiste, Micheál Martin, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast from the Fianna Fáil think-in in Tipperary.
This week Newstalk is focusing on child poverty and how to eradicate it. The Children’s Rights Alliance are calling on the government to make a €100 million investment to tackle the problem. Director of Legal, Policy and Services at the Children's Rights Alliance, Julie Ahern, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
215,000 people are newly eligible for free GP care from this morning. This is the first of two phases that will provide free GP care to an estimated 430,000 people in the country on a means-tested basis. Dr Brendan O’Shea, Assistant Adjuvant Professor in Public Health and Primary Care at Trinity College Dublin and a practicing GP in County Kildare spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar is in Belfast today to announce more than €1 billion in funding through PEACEPLUS, a new EU programme to build reconciliation and greater prosperity across Northern Ireland and the border counties of Ireland. Alongside him will be Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform and Minister Donohue explained to Newstalk Breakfast what is behind Peace Plus.
The Government is proceeding with plans to ban daytime gambling ads on television. This move could see Racing TV and Sky Sports Racing blocked on Irish TV.To get a reaction Jonathan spoke to Pierce Dargan, CEO of Equine Medi Record, and Professor Colin O’Gara, Addiction Psychiatrist at St John of Gods and Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCD.
Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales announced his resignation in an exclusive interview on Piers Morgans Uncensored after kissing Spanish soccer player, Jenni Hermoso following their World Cup win. Richard Fitzpatrick, Freelance Journalist and Author Based in Spain brought us us the latest on this.
Local authority workers across the country are to refuse to engage with routine representations from politicians from this morning as they undertake industrial action. Daithí Doolin is a Sinn Féin Councillor for the Ballyfermot/Drimnagh Area and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
More than 2,100 people have been killed after a 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Morocco, and the death toll is expected to continue to rise. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Christopher Rassi, Chief of Staff at the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
Nearly 60,000 vacant homes will be subject to a new tax from the start of November, in a government attempt to make more properties available for sale or rent. Speaking to Johnathan this morning with more on this was Dr Sarah Hamill, Assistant Professor at The School of Law in Trinity College Dublin.
Jonathan was joined this morning by Minister for Agriculture, Food, and Marine, Charlie McConalogue as farmers protesting changes to nitrates derogation limits.
Justice Minister Helen McEntee today has published a Local Community Safety Plan for Dublin’s North Inner City and Minister McEntee spoke to Jonathan on what the plan will bring.
1 in 4 adults face difficulties with basic maths, that’s according to new research from An Post. To discuss the findings of the research wasNiamh O’Meara, Lecturer in Maths Education and Deputy Director of EPISTEM.
The number of people under 25 suspected of being money mules has soared by nearly 50% in the past year according to new FraudSMART figures Jonathan asked Niamh Davenport, Head of Financial Crime at The Banking and Payments Federation Ireland what defines a money mule?
Two Irish tourists died after being struck by a car while on holiday in Rome yesterday. For more on this, Jonathan spoke to Bree Dail, Rome Correspondent with The Daily Wire.
The brother of the murdered journalist Veronica Guerin has asked members of the Oireachtas to support calls for Virgin Media to reconsider broadcasting further interviews with John Gilligan. Jimmy Guerin spoke to Anton this morning on the show.
Dublin Airport operator DAA has been given clearance to use anti-drone technology. We got more details from Declan Power, Defence and Security Expert.
A second tier of child benefit has the potential to take more than 40,000 children out of poverty - that’s according to a report by the ESRI todaY. For more on this Anton spoke to Fergus Finlay, Irish Examiner Columnist and Former CEO of Barnardos.
Almost 23% of 16-year-olds reported gambling for money, with rates for teenage boys being 10% higher than that of their female peers that's according to a new report from the Institute of Public Health. Speaking about the findings was Dr Helen McAvoy, their Director of Policy.
Simon Coveney, Minister for Enterprise Trade & Employmentjoined Anton to discuss a new energy support scheme for businesses impacted by the price of kerosene in 2022.
The International Cycling and Society symposium takes place at Trinity College today and tomorrow. It is the first time the event has been held in Dublin and will be opened by the Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan. The main theme of this year's conference is 'critical tensions in planning for cycling. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been meeting with some of the team involved and also met with cyclists and motorists about the current infrastructure.
New nitrate derogation limits could mean thousands of dairy farmers will be forced to reduce their herd sizes within the next four months" President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association Pat McCormack and Dr. Elaine McGoff, Head of Advocacy, An Taisce spoke to Anton this morning.
An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar has confirmed that two referendums are set to be held on gender equality. Kitty Holland, Social Affairs Correspondent with The Irish Times spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
Tánaiste, Michael Martin has refused to say if Eamon De Valera was wrong to offer condolences to Germany following the death of Adolf Hitler. Israeli media has raised this as a historical example of Ireland being “antisemitic” With reaction Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Oliver Sears, Founder of Holocaust Awareness Ireland.
A public meeting took place in Stradbally, County Laois over the decision to accommodate Ukrainian refugees on the Electric Picnic site.Newstalk reporter, Josh Crosbie was there to capture the mood of the town and spoke with locals, councillors and volunteers.
Venice plans to experiment with an admission fee of 5 euros for day trippers next year to try to manage the flow of tourists to the popular Italian city. Speaking to Jonathan was Megan Virgo, Freelance Travel writer for the Irish Daily Mail.
Minister of State with special responsibilities for Road Safety Jack Chambers discusses the Government’s response to spiking road deaths.
Burning Man festival-goers have begun their slow exodus from the campsite in the northern Nevada desert after muddy roads that left tens of thousands of people stranded for days. County Laois man Brendon Deacy, who is a lecturer at the National College of Art and Design in Dublin, was caught up in the chaos.
Do we need more public toilets? According to the Dublin City Council website, only half of the 28 toilets are open. Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with more on this.
World Cup-winning Spanish Coach, Jorge Vilda has been sacked due to controversy following the Luis Rubiales kiss. With more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Alex Ibaceta Dazns Women’s Football Reporter.
A new masterplan for the Cliffs of Moher aims to deliver €36m in annual revenues but the strategy highlights safety risks from people seeking 'Instagram worthy' photos on the unstable cliff edges. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Joe Garrihy, a local Fine Gael Councillor.
The National Ploughing Association has defended hiking ‘at the gate' ticket prices for this month’s National Ploughing Championships to €30. Anna Marie McHugh Assistant Managing Director of the National Ploughing Association spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Over 25% of primary school-aged children and 40% in secondary school face cyberbullying with Girls more likely to be victimised online than boys- that’s according to new research from - CyberSafeKids/ Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast about the findings of this report was CyberSafeKids CEO & Co-Founder Alex Cooney.Also explaining how big the issue is in schools was Dr Barry O’Leary, Principal of St Kevin’s School, Sallynoggin.
Up to 750 Ukrainian refugees are to be accommodated in tents at Stradbally, County Laois, from this morning. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Eugene Quinn, National Director of the Jesuit Refugee Service Ireland.
‘If menopause was a male issue, the retirement age would have been set at 50 decades ago’ that’s according to Loretta Dignam, CEO and founder of the menopause hub who spoke to Jonathan this morning.
The National Broadband Network has now reached 50,000 connections on their network. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Peter Hendrick, CEO of National Broadband Ireland.
A new ESRI report that delves into Ireland’s income and living standards reveals income inequality has risen despite a strong labour market recovery. Dr Barra Roantree, Assistant Professor of Economics at Trinity College Dublin and the lead author of the report talked us through the key findings.
Library protests, book burning, and banning! What we can learn from the lead-up to World War II. Speaking to Pat was Ciarán O’Connor Senior Analyst with the Institute for Strategic Dialogue and also Ronan McGreevy Irish Times Journalist, historian, and Co-author with Tommy Conlon of 'The Kidnapping’ about the kidnapping of Don Tidey in 1983.
On this day 25 years ago Google was released into the world. The business has changed everything from how we communicate to how we are entertained. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly takes a look back at the most influential moments from the company’s quarter of a century!
Credit unions to be allowed give mortgages that rival the banks. Under new legislation, the community lenders will be given significantly greater capacity to lend to homeowners and businesses. With more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, Minister of State at the Department of Finance.
The State is dealing with “criminal lunatics” meaning the Portuguese model of decriminalising drugs would not work here That's the view of Michael O’Sullivan, Former Garda Assistant Commissioner and former Head of the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
We are looking for the best bookshop in Ireland this morning. The ‘An Post Bookshop of the Year’ is back for the third year at the An Post Irish Book Awards. The idea is to acknowledge the significant role played by bookshops in helping their local communities. Henry McKean went on a bookshop tour and sent us this report.
The Government has received a C+ grade for “moderate progress” on its own climate and environmental promises. The grading was carried out by a team of independent experts who annually assess the Government’s implementation of its own climate and environmental commitments. To discuss this further Shane was joined on the show by Dr Paul Deane is a leading energy expert from University College Cork and was one of the assessors.
Today is National Slow Down Day and this morning Ciara spoke to Paula Hillman, Assistant Commissioner for Roads Policing and Community Engagement.
Johnny Logan, Irish Eurovision legend and songwriter joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
21% of households across Ireland had two or more spare bedrooms according to the latest census data. Rory Hearne, Lecturer in Social Policy at Maynooth University joined Shane Coleman on the show this morning...
Trust broke down' - Those are the damning words from Vera Pauw in her first comments since the FAI confirmed on Tuesday night that they would not be offering her a new contract. In a lengthy statement released last night she has accused the FAI of "major mistakes" by interfering in football matters during the 2023 Women's World Cup. Valerie Mulcahy, a Former Irish footballer spoke to Shane this morning.
We need to get ‘very serious’ about smartphones in schools, says Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Tomorrow will see cinemas across the country celebrate National Cinema Day with admission tickets at participating cinemas reduced to just €4. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Deirdre Molumby is Audience Editor at Independent.ie and Pop Culture Expert.
Did you go and fill up on fuel last night before the latest increase to excise duty kicked in? Petrol prices have gone up by 7 cent per litre and diesel by 5 cent. The reduced 9 percent VAT rate for tourism, hospitality, and hairdressing has also returned to 13.5 percent. Our reporter Josh Crosbie has been meeting with those who are trying to save in the cost of living crisis.
The Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly has today announced the expansion of the free contraception scheme to include women aged 27 to 30 years. Pauline O’Reilly, Chair of the Green Party and Galway Senator gave her reaction to this to Shane this morning.
“It’s time the power of the “Instagram look” and its unattainable standards, which Millennials have grown up with and which influence older women, was challenged.” So wrote Mary McCarthy, a Journalist with the Irish Independent who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Department of Housing’s new planning guidelines for local authorities may limit homes to one parking space & reduce the size of gardens to boost housing supply Speaking to Ciara this morning was Gavin Lawlor, VP of the Irish Planning Institute.
Almost six out of 10 CAO applicants have secured their first-choice college courses this year, an increase on last year when just over half did so. Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris joined us on the show this morning.
Mervin Benn, Electric Picnic’s Festival Chief has spoken on the idea of having a 50/50 gender split in their line-up. But is this necessary? To discuss Ciara spoke to Linda, Coogan-Byrne from Why Not Her, and also Minnie Mooney a Freelance Journalist.
Parents of children with special educational needs say they still have no update on school transport.Earlier in the week, we heard from parents who were told only days before their children were due to return to school there was no bus for them.Bus Éireann says the driver shortages are affecting less than 1% of contracted transport.Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie went on the school run with parents who have been impacted.
Stop glamorising spray-paint vandalism by calling it art’ - that’s the call from Senator Michael McDowell. Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town gave his opinion on spray paint and also speaking to Shane Decoy, a Muralist based in Dublin.
Vera Pauw's reign as manager of the Republic of Ireland is over after the FAI decided not to offer her a new contract after six hours of deliberations among its board of directors last night In reaction to this news, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Méabh De Búrca, a Former Irish international with over 50 caps.
Many students around the country are anxiously waiting for the release of the CAO points later today Carl O’Brien, Education editor with the Irish Times explained what can we expect.
The Electoral Commission is set to publish its review into the reshaping of constituencies later this morning. Malcolm Noonan, Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Today Sport Ireland has launched the 2022 Irish Sports Monitor and Children’s Sport Participation and Physical Activity Study Benny Cullen, Director of Research and Innovation, Sport Ireland joined Shane this morning on the show to discuss the findings of this study.
Two adults and a young child have died in a single-vehicle collision in Cashel, Tipperary. We heard from Sheila Naughton, Newstalk Reporter... also, we heard the reaction from Cllr Declan Burgess, Cathaoirleach for the Cashel Area on this tragic accident.
The rate of Caesarean sections at Dublin’s Rotunda Hospital has reached its highest level ever, with the procedure being used in 39 percent of deliveries last year. That’s according to a new report authored by Professor Fergal Malone Former Master of the Rotunda, who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The upper age limit of 35 for joining An Garda Siochána will “significantly increase” under radical fresh proposals. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Christy Galligan, Retired Gardaí Sergeant.
More than 100 flights to and from Ireland were affected on Monday following air traffic faults in UK. We asked Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air & Travel Magazine has service resumed as normal this morning.
A fatal crash took place in Tipperary last night. Speaking to Shane this morning was Sarah McGuinness, Assistant news editor with the Business Post, and explained what we know so far.
Bad news for customers of Laya Healthcare this morning: as many as one million people who have private health insurance with the company are facing price rises amounting to hundreds of euro between the start of October and early in the new year. Sinead Ryan, Consumer Columnist and Host of the Home Show on Newstalk brought us the details.
“In the swirling vortex of gender dynamics, one sector remains a glaring exception to the rule: primary education..we’re stuck in a cycle where classrooms are largely ruled by women.” - That’s a quote from an article in this week’s Irish Independent by Lorraine Courtney. We asked Jennifer Horgan, Teacher and Irish Examiner Columnist does she agrees with this sentiment.
Exclusive Newstalk research carried out by Amarach shows that only 3% of schoolgoers cycle to school. To get a reaction to the research results Duncan Stewart, Environmentalist & Architect.
Irish couples have been warned about arranging surrogacies in North Cyprus. It comes after a scandal in Greece resulted in human trafficking and sham embryo transfers Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Brian Tobin, Lecturer in family law at the University of Galway.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has deleted one of its social media posts which encouraged the public to reduce red meat intake, following objections from the Irish Farmers Association. Speaking to Shane this morning was Tim Cullinane, Irish Farmers Association President.
More than one hundred flights in and out of Irish airports have been impacted after British airspace was hit by a technical fault yesterday. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Gerry Byrne, Aviation Journalist and also Liam Curry who has been stranded at Dublin Airport overnight.
New legislation has been introduced to protect young and vulnerable people online. While it is good news for users, it is likely to cause some headaches for Big Tech. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly explained it all for us.
Parents are calling on the Minister of State for Disabilities to address a shortage of school buses for children with disabilities. Catherine Rossiter, Chairperson Sandymount Enable Ireland, School Parents Association Dublin and Disability Activist.
The results of the annual IBAL litter survey of Ireland’s coasts and waterways have been published today. Conor Horgan, spokesperson for Irish Business against Litter spoke to Shane this morning with the results.
A vigil was held in Clonmel yesterday evening for the four young people - Nicole Murphy, Zoey Coffey, Grace McSweeney, and Luke McSweeney, who tragically lost their lives in a road accident last Friday. Fr Michael Toomey, Local School Chaplin spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Tax breaks for small landlords are set to form part of a budget package to tackle the housing crisis dividing the opinion of many politicians and officials alike. To discuss future Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Marian Finnegan Managing Director of Sherry FitzGerald andDr Barra Roantree, assistant professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin.
A smartphone levy is a better idea than the out-of-touch TV licence fee” that’s according to Eoin O’Malley, associate professor of politics at Dublin City University who explained how this levy would work.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) must provide more stops on Local Link bus services – That’s the call from Galway-based Fine Gael Senator Sean Kyne who explained the issue.
18-year-olds Grace McSweeney, Nicole Murphy, and Zoey Coffey -and 24-year-old Luke McSweeney, lost their lives in a tragic car accident in Clonmel last Friday night. Aoife Kearns, Newstalk Reporter reported from Clonmel.
Grade Inflation will have some students smiling this morning but is it damaging the integrity of the CAO system? We speak to TJ Hegarty, the founder of Breakthrough Maths.
Former US President Donald Trump has been arrested on more than a dozen charges, after handing himself into the notorious Fulton County jail last night. David Smith, Washington reporter with The Guardian gave us an update on his appearance at Fulton County jail.
Separation is the best solution for the family in the long run, children pick up on their environment and this can have a major impact on their future relationships.” That’s the view of Dr Caroline West, Sex Educator, Relationship Columnist with The Irish Independent, and host of the Glow West Podcast on staying together for the sake of your children who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Leaving Cert Results 2023 are available from 10 am this morning. Joining Shane this morning on Leaving Cert results day wasNorma Foley, Minister for Education.
US has said the plane carrying Yevgeny Prigozhin ) and his second in command Dmitry Utkin was likely caused by an explosion on the plane while Putin says Prigozhin 'made serious mistakes'.With more on this, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Paul Rodgers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
More than 40,000 visitors are set to arrive in Dublin this weekend for an American football event at the Aviva Stadium. It’s been described as the largest number of Americans to travel internationally for a single sporting event. However, with the recent spate of assaults on tourists in Dublin, our reporter Josh Crosbie went to find out if those visiting the capital feel safe.
It’s a nervous wait in households all over the country this morning. Over 60 thousand Leaving Cert students are due to get their results at 10am today To run through the breakdown of the results we were joined by Carl O’Brien Education Editor with the Irish Times.
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly TD has today announced the expansion of the Laura Brennan HPV Vaccine Catch-Up Programme to include all males up to their 22nd birthday. Minister Donnelly joined Jonathan on the show this morning.
Two-thirds of us believe parenthood impacts a woman’s career progression. So found the 2023 Workplace Equality Survey from Matrix Recruitment published this morning. Jane Downes, Founder of Clearview Coaching Group and author of the career book gave her reaction to these findings.
The leader of Russia's Wagner private army group Yevgeny Prigozhin and his second in command Dmitry Utkin appear to have been killed in a plane crash. It's understood Yevgeny Prigozhin owned the aircraft which came down north of Moscow. For this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sean Bell, Former Fighter pilot and now Military Analyst.
Dublin City Council’s contract with a private company to clamp cars is due to end next year, and some councillors have called for changes to the existing system. But is a fine a better deterrent to clamping? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Blake Boland, Head of Communications at AA Ireland & Jason Cullen, Dublin Commuter Coalition.
From defacing a 1,200-year-old Japanese temple to climbing into Rome’s Trevi Fountain to fill up a water bottle it's fair to say that as tourists our behaviours can be subpar – but why do we behave badly when abroad? To give us some insight Jonathan spoke to Brendan Kelly Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin and Author of “In Search of Madness.
Immigrant representative groups have expressed concern at Garda's plans to carry out “immigration checks” as part of a wider plan to tackle rates of inner-city crime in Dublin. Speaking to Jonathan with their concerns was Edel McGinley, Director of the Migrants Rights Centre Ireland.
The Republican Party held the first debate of the 2024 United States presidential contest last night. One high-profile candidate who was not in attendance was former president Donald Trump, who is set to surrender at a county jail in Georgia later today on racketeering and conspiracy charges over his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election in the state. David Smith, Washington Bureau Chief of The Guardian gave Jonathan an insight of how the debate went.
The global teeth whitening industry is expected to reach revenues of 8 billion by 2026. In Ireland already teeth whitening bars have opened in department stores and popular mobile services will treat patients at home. So, what’s spurring the demand for sparklers? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports
There have been almost 2,000 pub closures across Ireland since 2005, according to a new report today from the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland. 108 pubs closed their doors in 2022 alone, with rural Irish communities being the worst hit. John Clendennen, President of the Vintners Federation of Ireland John spoke to Jonothan this morning and asked why are rural pubs closing so quickly.
Armed gardaí will be among specialist units deployed in Dublin city as part of a €10 million overtime allocation in the capital. Helen McEntee, Minister for Justice joined Shane on the show this morning.
Recent Central Bank figures showed that just over a third of households received an inheritance, but the figure was very much skewed towards better-off households. Should the inheritance tax be reduced? Karl Deeter, Financial Advisor and Analyst & Neasa Hourican, Green Party TD for Dublin Central gave their views on this.
Gender quotas should be extended to the upcoming local government elections. That’s the call being made today at an event organised by the National Women’s Council All-island Women’s Forum. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Katie Deegan Communications Coordinator at Women for Election and will be speaking at the event.
Bathing has been banned at over 50 beaches across the country after massive rainfall overwhelmed sewage systems. Forty Foot, Seapoint to Lahinch have all been affected. Tony Lowes, One of the Directors of Friends of the Irish Environment gave his reaction to this number of bathing bans.
The NCT (National Car Test) have caused a stir online after announcing on their social media that they will be going cashless over the coming months! Payments will now have to be made online or by postal order in advance of attending an NCT appointment. Peadar Tóibín, Aontú leader gave his view of this decision by the NCT.
In a detailed Budget 2024 submission released this morning, Wind Energy Ireland has urged the government to use Budget 2024 to accelerate Ireland’s energy revolution. Don Moore, Chair of the Energy and Climate Action Committee of the Irish Academy of Engineering spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The annual back-to-school rush is in full swing, and parents across the country have been buying mountains of brand-new schoolbooks for their teenagers. But is there too much waste involved in the second-level schoolbook system? Áine Lynch, CEO of the National Parents Council spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Australia’s Labor Party has passed a motion at its national conference supporting the reunification of Ireland – a move that has been welcomed by Sinn Féin. We get a reaction to this from Kevin Meagher, Former special adviser at the Northern Ireland office and author of ‘A United Ireland: Why Unification is Inevitable and How It Will Come About’
There has been an increase in the number of tourists requiring help dealing with crime here, that’s according to The Irish Tourist Assistance Service This year alone the service has helped 782 people, which compares to 721 people in the same period in 2019, before the pandemic. Speaking about these findings was Brendan O'Connor, President of the Garda Representative Association.
The Oireachtas Media Commission will hold a private meeting today to discuss the findings of the second Grant Thornton report into the RTE payments controversy. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of this meeting was Niamh Smyth, Chair of the Committee.
Triathlon Ireland warned of ‘adverse’ water conditions prior to Youghal Ironman event on Sunday which sadly claimed the lives of Ivan Chittenden and Brendan Wall Sarah McGuiness, Assistant News Editor of The Business Post explained what we know so far.
Sinn Fein's Hunger Strike Commemoration to be held in Cork next week is an attempt to Rewrite history according to The Irish Examiner’s Special Correspondent, Mick Clifford who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast along with Sinn Fein Councillor, Micheál MacDonncha.
Private school enrolments have climbed to record highs as opposition parties, Sinn Fein & Labour have pledged to end state subsidies for the 50 fee-charging schools in the country if they get into government Joining Shane this morning to debate was Arthur Godsil, Former Headmaster of St Andrews College, Dublin, and Director of Godsil Education and Jennifer Horgan, Secondary School Teacher, and Irish Examiner Columnist.
Yet another key feature is about to change on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. Owner Elon Musk has said they will soon remove the “block” functionality, which could lead to a massive spike in users seeing upsetting content. For more on this, we spoke to Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent, Jess Kelly.
Motorists should be hit with higher fuel costs and parking levies to encourage people out of their cars so says Marie Donnelly, the chair of the Climate Change Advisory Council. Marie spoke to Newstalk Breakfast and was asked what actions do the Government need to take to disincentivise car use?
An overhaul of the licence fee is on the cards according to Finance Minister Michael Mcgrath. His comments come after reports say the Government has been given a series of options around the long-term future funding of RTÉ. In reaction, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Larry Bass, CEO of ShinAwiL.
The Rose of Tralee televised events kick off this evening from 8 o clock. Kathryn Thomas is joining Dáithí O Sé this year to co-host the event. There's been a full programme of entertainment taking place since Friday and our reporter Josh Crosbie is in Tralee enjoying the festivities.
Cancer doctors have warned they cannot prescribe the drugs they feel are appropriate to one-in-four patients due to shortcomings in the system for approving new medicines. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Micheal McCarthy, consultant medical oncologist and one of the authors of the presentation.
Last night, RTE Director General Kevin Bakhurst announced that Ryan Tubridy would not be returning to the national broadcaster. Kevin Bakhurst spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
A European Commission report has said that the Irish government’s housing targets will likely need to be “substantially” revised upwards stating that with our rising population, current targets are too low. John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin discussed the findings on the report.
Could ‘loot boxes’ in children’s video games potentially be a stepping stone to a gambling addiction? Speaking to Shane with more on this was Stella O’Malley, Psychotherapist and Author of “What Your Teen is Trying to Tell You”.
Ryan Tubridy will not return to his presenting role in RTÉ at this time, according to the broadcaster's Director General. Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic and Columnist with the Irish Examiner spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more reaction.
Thousands have been forced to evacuate or stay indoors as the worst wildfires in 40 years ravage the Canary Island of Tenerife. Cliodna O’Flynn, Freelance Journalist based in Tenerife spoke to Claire and explained the current situation there.
Ryan Tubridy will not return to his presenting role in RTÉ at this time, according to the broadcaster's Director General. For reaction, Shane spoke to Journalist and author Shane Ross.
The Council for Vocations of the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference has prepared a special initiative to be unveiled today and praying for an increase in vocations to the diocesan priesthood. Bishop Alphonsus Cullinane will lead the prayers and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Is the job for life a thing of the past? New research by Lockton people solutions suggests it might be as Six in ten workers in Ireland will leave their current employer in the next 10 years Peter Cosgrove, Managing Director of Futurewise spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ahead of next year’s local elections, people have been urged to check an online register to ensure they are registered to vote. In recent years, voting turnout for local elections has seen a downward trend. Should voting become compulsory? I am joined by Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent for the Irish Examiner & Ruth Coppinger, Former Socialist Party TD.
Car travel remains the most popular mode of transport across Ireland – that’s according to The National Household Travel Survey. It found that 69pc of all trips are made in a private car with walking the next most popular transport mode at 20pc, followed by bus/coach at 5pc. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Brian Caulfield, Associate Professor School of Engineering at Trinity College.
Six years on there’s still no timeline for the opening of the first supervised injecting facility in Dublin. Fr Peter McVerry, Founder of the Peter McVerry Trust spoke to Shane with his reaction to this.
On some main streets across Ireland we are seeing Irish - Italian chip shops slowly disappear. Is it a dying custom and why do the 3rd generation of chip shop families not want to continue in the trade? Newstalk’s Henry McKean met and chatted with the Irish Italian community in Italy and in Finglas.
Ryan Tubridy is in negotiations with RTÉ on a new contract which would see him to continue presenting his radio show for a salary of less than €200,000. This comes after a second Grant Thornton report found it is “very plausible” that Tubridy’s salary was publicly understated in order to allow for “revised earnings” to show a figure below €500,000 each year. Speaking to Claire this morning was Imelda Munster, Sinn Fein spokesperson on Media and Member of the Public Accounts and Media Committee.
The iconic Molly Malone statue in Dublin has been vandalised with black paint. We get a reaction from Nial Ring, Dublin City Councillor.
The climate crisis should be declared a public health emergency, so says a group of Irish medics promoting urgent environmental action. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast Dr Ola Nordrum is an anesthetics trainee and committee member of Irish Doctors for the Environment.
UK-based charity, Action on Sugar made calls to ban cartoon characters on sugary cereal and yoghurt products swapping them for plain packaging Should Ireland do this? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Gaye Godkin, Nutritionist.
Killarney in Co Kerry became the first town in Ireland to try and eliminate single-use coffee cups last month. Cafes and hotels have signed up to only serve takeaway drinks in reusable cups, through a deposit scheme." Our reporter, Josh Crosbie visited the tourist town to see how business owners and their customers are reacting to the new project.
Ireland needs a fundamental re-balancing of its aviation policy. That’s according to Sinn Féin Senator Paul Gavan. We ask should more flights move from Dublin to Shannon.
The Irish Council for International Students, Threshold, and the Union of Students of Ireland have joined forces to raise awareness of rental scams for third-level students ahead of the upcoming academic year. Laura Harmon, Executive Director of the Irish Council for International Students explained how big of a problem this is.
Do I belong here? How imposter syndrome affects more people than you'd think” That’s the title of an article in the Irish Examiner...but just how common is this phenomenon? Niamh Moynihan, Productivity coach and founder of Better Work Day explained what imposter syndrome is.
Stressed parents spend 139 hours getting their kids ready for school and a quarter are regularly late, a survey from OnePoll.com reveals With more on this Jen Hogan, Irish Times Columnist spoke to Shane and have her view on these findings.
The Association of Secondary Teachers in Ireland have expressed their dismay at Education Minister, Norma Foley’s “failure to address” the teacher recruitment and retention crisis. Kieran Christie, General Secretary of the ASTI joined Claire this morning to discuss further.
25 years ago 29 people lost their lives in the Omagh bombing, it was one of the worst single atrocities in the trouble. Bertie Ahern was Taoiseach at the time and he joined Shane this morning on the show.
The number of young Irish adults still living with parents almost doubles in a decade – but women are quicker to leave home than men according to new data from Eurostat. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Gill Hines, Education and Parenting Consultant and Author of “Later! A Guide To Parenting A Young Adult”.
Derry girls creator Lisa McGee has expressed her frustration at her identity being dismissed as “not properly Irish” because she hails from Northern Ireland and not the Republic. Emma de Souza, Writer & Political Commentator gave her reaction to this.
Former President Donald Trump was indicted last night by a grand jury in Atlanta, Georgia David Smith Washington reporter with The Guardian talked us through what these charges refer to.
Third-level students are set to see a reduction of €1,000 in their college fees as part of Budget 2024 Dr Joseph Ryan, CEO of The Technological Higher Education Association gave his reaction to this news.
The story of the Omagh bomb is “entering a new phase” 25 years on, with a public inquiry on the horizon that’s the view of Michael Gallagher, father of one of the victims who joined Shane this morning on the show.
Regulators in California have given the green light to driverless taxis in San Francisco. While it will increase the supply of cars available to customers, emergency responders and those working in the taxi industry have expressed concerns. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joins brought us the details.
Violence on the streets of Dublin is becoming a regular occurrence so what needs to be done to put an end to it? Sinn Fein TD, Louise O’Reilly and Former Garda Sargeant Christy Galligan spoke to Shane this morning.
As the summer season draws to a close and teenagers come home from the Gaeltacht - should the Irish Language summer colleges be state funded? Speaking to Shane this morning was Julian De Spainn, General Secretary of Conradh Na Gaeilge.
Ahead of the new Electoral Commission’s report on August 30th - Odran Flynn, Political Analyst predicts the introduction of 20 extra TDs bringing the total number in Dáil Eireann to 180
Wildfires in Hawaii have become the deadliest in modern US history, with at least 93 people now confirmed dead. Holly Honderich, BBC Senior reporter in Maui gave Shane an update on the devastation.
Soaring temperatures across southern Europe could prompt a lasting shift in tourist habits, with more travellers choosing cooler destinations like Ireland and Nordic countries, tourism bodies and experts predict. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Joan Scales, Journalist, and Travel Writer.
A total of 53 bodies have been recovered so far in Maui, Hawaii, as a result of a number of wildfires that have yet to be contained on the island Authorities have said the death toll is expected to rise, with roughly 1000 people still missing. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Declan Kelly who is in Maui and was evacuated.
Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly TD today announced the opening of registrations for GP visit cards for children aged 6 and 7 – but what impact will this have on general practice? Denis McCauley, Member of the GP sub-Committee of the Irish Medical Organisation spoke to Newstalk Breakfast which his reaction to this new incentive.
“Eating like it’s the 1970s showed me the madness of our modern diet” So wrote Liz Hoggard, Freelance Feature Writer for The Telegraph who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Colm Markey, Fine Gael MEP for the Midlands Northwest constituency has called for the introduction of a Culture and Media Card to be gifted to young people on their 18th birthday as part of Budget 2024.
Minister of State, Ossian Smith has signed new legislation introducing a waste recovery levy and a “landfill levy” to incentivise recycling to help Ireland meet our EU waste targets. Speaking to Ciara this morning with more on this was Tad Kirakowski, Chief Executive of Voice Ireland
Fórsa members working in clerical and administrative roles in the HSE are to commence industrial action Forsa’s National Secretary for Health and Welfare, Ashley Connelly spoke to Shane this morning on the show this morning.
“Because I said so” / Go on, give granny a hug goodbye” / “NO” - these are some of the 10 things you should never say to your child according to Dr Kalanit Ben-Ari, author of Small Steps To Great Parenting: An Essential Guide For Busy Families. Sheila O’Malley, Parenting Expert and Keynote Speaker in all aspects of wellbeing for the corporate sector gave her view on this.
An emergency meeting of the Northern Ireland Policing Board will take place this morning. This comes after a second breach within the PSNI was uncovered yesterday evening. Northern Editor with the Irish Times Freya McClement explained the severity of the breach and we get further reaction with DUP Brexit spokesperson Sammy Wilson.
The annual Puck Fair kicks off in Kerry today – is this event a tradition that should be cherished or animal cruelty? To debate we were joined by Laura Broxon, Spokesperson for Ireland's National Animal Rights Association, and Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for County Kerry.
Rents in the open market are now nearly 11% higher than they were a year ago. That’s according to the latest Rental Report by Daft.ie published this morning. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Ronan Lyons an Associate Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin and author of the report.
More than one in ten 45–54-year-olds have been economical with the truth about their smoking or drinking habits to get cheaper life insurance. That's according to the findings of a new survey by Peopl Insurance. Robert Whelan, Managing Director of Rockwell Finance spoke to Shane this morning and was asked if this is a common occurrence in your experience.
calls have been made to speed up Seanad voting reform legislation ahead of the next general election Tomás Heneghan, a University of Limerick graduate, achieved a landmark Supreme Court victory in March this year when he successfully challenging the constitutionality of only allowing Trinity College Dublin (TCD) and National University of Ireland (NUI) graduates to vote in Seanad elections. He’s now calling on the government to expedite this Seanad reform ahead of the upcoming general election and Tomás explained where are we at with this.
New research from The Irish Farmers Journal shows that 3 in 4 farmers would support a new farmers’ political party if it were to emerge. Pat McCormack, President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Turning 50 I no longer care what anyone thinks about my age says Guardian Columnist Zoe Williams who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Dublin Horse Show kicks off today, and more than 110,000 visitors are set to descend on the RDS over the next five days. Here to give us a flavour of what to expect is Meghann Scully, Multimedia presenter with the Limerick Leader and horse racing fanatic.
Artificial Intelligence is a fast-growing phenomenon in many industries but is the Government equipped to deal with it? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Minister for Trade Promotion, Digital, and Company Regulation Dara Calleary.
Italy has introduced a 40% windfall tax on banks – should Ireland consider similar? To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Paul Murphy, People before Profit – Solidarity TD, and Economist Austin Hughes.
Minister of State for Transport, Jack Chambers has signalled that the Government will consider deferring the proposed increase to toll charges. In reaction to this Shane was joined on the show by Eugene Drennan, President of the Irish Road Haulage Association, and also Muireann Lynch, Energy Economist and Senior Research Office with ESRI.
There has been a major data breach involving officers and civilian staff of the PSNI as information was accidentally published in response to a Freedom of Information request. Amanda Ferguson, a Freelance Journalist in Belfast explained to Ciara what information has been released.
Ireland ranks first in the EU for the speed at which countries have adapted to remote working. That’s according to an analysis by BNP Paribas Real Estate Ireland. Caroline Reidy is a HR and Employment Expert, Managing Director of the HR Suite and she gave her reaction to Ciara this morning.
Victims of domestic violence will receive their full pay if they need to take domestic violence leave – that is the announcement today. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman and the Minister explained how it will work. Good morning to you Minister, explain to us how this going to work.
A derelict 14-story Sandyford office block, left unfinished since 2008, is to be converted into apartments. Should we be converting more office blocks? To discuss Ciara spoke to Roisin Murphy, conservationist and architect should we?
Nearly 8 in 10 Irish people believe walking, cycling, and using public transport more is important for cutting emissions – and 60% of us are willing to make personal changes to do this. That’s according to new research from the Department of Transport. With more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Saoirse Exton, Climate Activist and Member of the UN Secretary Generals Youth Advisory Group on Climate Change.
“We are intent on looking out for potential signs that a child could be a victim of bullying or exclusion, but we place far less attention on identifying the children more likely to bully or exclude.” So wrote Colman Noctor, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist who spoke to Ciara this morning.
A motorist was arrested on average every 30 minutes over the bank holiday weekend for suspected drink or drug driving with 181 arrested for the offence. Leo Leighio, Member of the Irish Road Victims Association gave his reaction to these figures.
Minimum wage workers have lower job quality, experience more job insecurity, and work longer shifts – so says a new report from the ESRI Speaking to Shane this morning was Susanne Rogers, Research and Policy Analyst with Social Justice Ireland.
Traditional musicians of all ages will gather once again in Mullingar for the Fleadh Cheoil this weekend! Tom Doorley, Musical Director of the National Folk Orchestra of Ireland tells us all about what's happening at the weekend.
Land at Kerry's scenic Conor Pass has gone on sale for €10 million after being put on the market by its American owner. Tony Lowes, Director of Friends of the Irish Environment spoke to Shane this morning and was asked if he believes this should be bought by the state?
Wicklow has eclipsed Dublin for the first time as the most expensive county in Ireland to buy a property. That’s according to a new report by property start-up Geowox. Carol Tallan, Carol Tallon, CEO of Property District and Author of the Irish Property Buyers Handbook Series gave her reaction to these findings.
The Government has failed to tackle rip-off energy costs. So said Sinn Féin spokesperson on Finance, Pearse Doherty TD, after new figures from Eurostat found that Irish energy prices have not fallen in line with other European countries. Pearse Doherty spoke to Shane this morning with more on this.
“Your kids may only have 18 ‘delicious summers’ but it’s OK not to treasure every minute” That is the title of an Irish Independent article written by Novelist, Columnist, and Podcast Host, Sophie White who joined us this morning on the show.
The Irish Cancer Society is today calling on the Government to make sun cream more affordable. Dr. Blaithin Moriarty is a Consultant Dermatologist at St. Vincent’s Hospital and Associate Professor, UCD School of Medicine explained to Shane why this is needed/
Met Éireann has issued three separate Status Yellow weather warnings affecting 19 counties over the bank holiday weekend. Liz Walsh, Met Eireann Forecaster brought us the details of what the weekend weather will bring.
Former US president Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty in federal court to four criminal counts charging him with plotting to overturn his 2020 presidential election loss. David Smith, a Washington reporter with The Guardian, was at the hearing and told us what happened in court.
Ikea is considering more than 20 new pick-up points across the country as it looks to shake up its Irish business model. Martyn Allan, the Market Manager for Ikea Ireland told Newstalk Breakfast about their plans.
The funerals for the two teenage girls who died in the crash in Co Monaghan on Monday are to take place later today. The funeral of 17 year old Kiea McCann will take place in the Sacred Heart Chapel in Clones, County Monaghan and 16-year-old Dlava Mohamed’s funeral service will take place at the Clonskeagh Mosque & Culture Centre in Dublin. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Fr Peter Corrigan, Parish Priest of Currin-Killeevam and also Dr Ali Selim, Chair of the Irish Muslim Board.
Irish streaming spending has reached €1.3 billion – that's according to a new survey conducted by Pure Telecom. We’re joined by the famous Irish film director Jim Sheridan and Shane asked him if he thinks traditional tv is on the way out?
“Dublin is not the warm-hearted place it once was, London is often much friendlier “ That’s the title of an article written by Journalist, Writer, and Columnist with the Irish Independent, Mary Kenny who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Round 0 CAO offers are to be issued today, with round one offers to come at the end of the month! Brian Mooney, Guidance Counsellor, and Education Columnist explained to Shane who will round 0 offers affect.
Ireland’s tax revenue has hit a record €48 billion for the first seven months of the year. That’s according to exchequer returns published by the Department of Finance. So does this mean the government should take the opportunity to spend more money? Paul Murphy is a People Before Profit TD spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Sarah Madden reports on Ireland's relationship with writers and reading in the wake of our Booker Prize longlist success.
“We've introduced health labelling on alcohol — time to do the same for junk food” that is the call from Dr Catherine Conlon, former director of human health and nutrition at Safefood. Dr Margaret Steele from the School of Public Health, University College Cork spoke to Newstalk Breakfast and asked if would she agree with this.
One hundred people have died on Ireland’s roads so far this year, with fatalities in the first six months of 2023 hitting a six-year high. Shane Ross, Former Transport minister, Journalist, and Author gave his view this morning on Newstalk Breakfast.
The Galway races are underway at Ballybrit racecourse this week. Animal rights groups have made calls for a ban on horse racing – should this be considered? Speaking to Shane this morning was Chelsea Munro, PETA’s Digital Campaigns Manager and also Kevin Blake, Racing Broadcaster and Horse Breeder.
High uniform costs, large sums for ipads and increased voluntary contribution fees are fuelling parents' worries when it comes to back-to-school costs. That’s according to Barnardos’ Annual Back to School Survey. Stephen Moffatt, Barnardos National Policy Manager explained the main findings.
Former US President Donald Trump has been indicted on criminal charges for a third time. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Larry Donnelly, University of Galway Law Lecturer and Political columnist with The Journal.
The two teenagers who have tragically killed in crash in county Monaghan on Monday evening have been named locally.. Ellen O Donoghue, Irish Times Reporter told us who were the two young women who tragically lost their lives. Pat Treanor, Local Cllr for the Clones area, gave us the reaction locally to this tragic news.
I’m not replacing any clothes after wardrobe clear-out so says Sinead Ryan who is tackling fast fashion in her own home.
Green Party TD Patrick Costello has written to local government minister Kieran O'Donnell and the Electoral Commission saying that the practice of councillors and candidates publishing their home addresses for election needs to end in a bid to protect politicians from potential attacks. For more on this, Ciara spoke to Aodhán Ó Ríordáin Labour’s Spokesperson on Justice and Dublin Bay North TD.
The proposed increase of 12.4% to the minimum wage next year could add up to a 2.5% to grocery bills. So warned the Irish Small & Medium Enterprise association in a letter to the Taoiseach yesterday. Neil McDonnell, CEO of ISME spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Barbie movie has received huge success since its release, breaking box office records around the world with its predicted pink glitz and glam. But it hasn’t been well received by everybody though, particularly some people who believe it to be sexist. One such person is Sunday Independent columnist David Quinn who joined us this morning.
The HSE is to be split into six new health regions from February 2024 as part of long-promised Sláintecare reforms. Speaking to Shane this morning was Bernard Gloster Chief Executive Officer of the HSE and Co-Chair of the Sláintecare Programme Board.
World Breastfeeding Week 2023 begins today. Professor Louise Kenny, Executive Pro Vice-Chancellor at the University of Liverpool & Professor of Maternal and Foetal Health explained the benefits of breastfeeding.
Drinking water quality remains high but resilience of many supplies needs to improve - that's the warning from the Environmental protection agency this morning... Speaking to Shane this morning on the show was Noel Byrne is the EPA Programme Manager in the Office of Environmental Enforcement.
Two young people have died following a serious road traffic collision in County Monaghan. We get the latest on the tragic incident from Seoirse Mulgrew a Reporter with Independent.ie.
The state’s Better Energy Warmer Homes Scheme for low-income households has come under fire for installing new oil and gas boilers For more on this, we were joined on the show by Muireann Lynch, Energy Economist at the ESRI.
Violence and anti-social behaviour continued to make headlines over the weekend, and several foreign embassies have followed the US by warning prospective visitors to the capital. Lucy Masterson, CEO of the Irish Youth Foundation, believes this violence has been brewing for years and she discussed this with Jonathan this morning.
There has been a 57 per cent increase in Airbnb properties available to let in Dublin in the last year. That’s according to new figures compiled by data analytics company AirDNA, which also revealed a similar rise in commuter towns surrounding the capital. With reaction, Ciara spoke to Eoin O’Broin, Sinn Fein’s spokesperson on housing, and also Wayne Stanley, Executive Director of the Simon Communities of Ireland.
French Ambassador to Ireland, Vincent Guérend, has encouraged Ireland to consider small modular nuclear reactors as part of its energy mix in the future. To debate we were joined by Neil McCann, Barrister, former Mayor of Dundalk, and Member of the Anti-Nuclear movement, and also William Reville, Emeritus professor of biochemistry at UCC and Irish Times Contributor.
“We might not see a cousin for years and years but the glimpse of their features across a room, a crowded bar perhaps, will be enough to jettison us back to a childhood ease and comfort that’s unattainable elsewhere.” So wrote Jennifer Horgan, Irish Examiner Columnist who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Trinity College has privately warned that the “unfettered” use of AI or other “disruptive technology” by staff and students poses a significant risk to its operations in the coming year. Dr Ann Marcus Quinn Associate Professor UL joined Ciara this morning on the show.
A library in Cork was forced to close on Saturday after a banner was mounted by protesters across the entrance without permission. Cork Lord Mayor Kieran McCarthy, explained what exactly was this protest about?
‘A Colombian Rapper and a Potential ‘Online Swindler’ - Season 2 of 90 Day Fiancé UK has returned to our screens! And to tell us more about it Ciara spoke with ‘Made in Chelsea’ stars, podcasting duo and newlyweds, Jamie and Sophie Laing. Ciara began by asking Jamie to explain the concept of what happens on the show...
The UK Met Office has reported that sweltering 40-degree summers in Britain will be the norm by 2060 and “will be considered cool” by the turn of the century. John Sweeney, Climatologist and Professor Emeritus at Maynooth University spoke to Ciara this morning.
Now following Ireland’s 2-1 loss against Canada this means we will not be progressing to the knockout stages of the World Cup. We are hearing the success of this Irish team is inspiring more and more girls to get involved in sport. But exclusive Newstalk research carried out by Amárach shows we still have a long way to go. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been breaking down the figures for us...
Fine Gael TD Alan Dillon has called for Ticket tout legislation to be updated, describing the re-selling tickets at inflated value as 'immoral and completely wrong'. It’s reported that nobody has been prosecuted for the practice despite the passing of the Sale of Tickets Act two years ago. Dr. Steve Davies, Head of Education at the Institute of Economic Affairs joined Ciara on the show this morning.
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the disappearance of Deirdre Jacob, who vanished from outside her house at the age of 18. Deirdre’s father, Michael Jacob joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Scrapping election posters would be ‘stymieing of democracy’ - that’s the view of Shelly Herterich Quinn, Fianna Fail Councillor who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast. This follows calls for a ban in the name of climate action at a Plenary Meeting for Galway County Council this week.
The Ukrainian army has recaptured a village on the southern front from Russian forces as it ramps up its counter-offensive, Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University joined Ciara on the show.
Mental Health Commission Chief Executive John Farrelly has said there needs to be "a root and branch rebuild" of Ireland's Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services. This comes after an independent review of CAMHS has said it can not currently provide an assurance to all parents or guardians in all parts of Ireland, that their children have access to a safe, effective and evidence-based service. Damien McCallion, HSE Chief Operations Officer joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Tourists visiting Donegal have been caught out by the lack of public EV charging points. Motoring Expert, Geraldine Herbert, gave her view on the shortage of public EV charging points in a number of tourist towns on the show this morning.
Over 11,500 frontline gardaí are to be balloted on a vote of no confidence in Garda Commissioner Drew Harris as part of a deepening row over rosters. Brendan O'Connor, President of the GRA joined Jonathan Healy on the show this morning.
Tributes from around the world continue to pour in following the tragic announcement of the death of legendary Irish Singer Sinead O’Connor. Fiachna Ó Braonáin, Musician from Hothouse Flowers & Broadcaster and Paul Nolan, Hot Press Contributing Editor joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to pay tribute to the legendary singer.
Ireland's hopes of qualifying for the last 16 of the World Cup ended with a 2-1 defeat to Canada in Perth yesterday. While supporters came out in droves down under, was there enough hype for the girls in green on home soil? Paula Gorham, from First Pro Irish Women’s Football Team, 1973 joined Jonathan Healy on the show this morning.
This month we have seen huge hype over the demand for concert tickets. Parents around the country are reaching deep into their pockets to fork out hundreds to meet the wants of their kids. But where do we draw the line? How much is too much? Have parents lost the ability to say “no” to their kids? Sheila O’Malley, Wellness Keynote Speaker in the Corporate Sector joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Groups giving out food to people on the streets would need to get permits to do so under a new plan being considered by Dublin city council. Lorraine O’Connor, Founder of the Muslim Sisters of Éire spoke to Ciara on the show.
The news broke yesterday evening of the tragic passing of Irish singing legend, Sinead O’Connor, at the age of 56. Mary Byrne, Singer, and TV Presenter joined Jonathan Healy on the show with her reaction to the news.
The Mental Health Commission is due to issue an independent review on Ireland’s Children and Adolescents Mental Health Services (CAMHS) later today. Emma O’Sullivan, Mental Health Advocate, joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The US Embassy in Dublin has issued a warning to American Citizens about personal safety when visiting the capital – following recent incidents of violence in the city. Professor Seth Barrett Tillman, Maynooth University, School of Law and Criminology spoke to Ciara on the show.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has promised energy supports for households and businesses as part of a cost-of-living package to be announced in October’s Budget. Muireann Lynch, Energy Economist at the ESRI joined Jonathan Healy on the show this morning.
“Democracy risks being strangled by the red tape of proceduralism”. That’s the title of an article written by Irish Examiner Columnist and Former CEO of Barnardos, Fergus Finlay who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Swimming is set to return to the River Seine in Paris after 100 years. A 1.4 billion euro clean-up project has been completed ahead of next year's Olympics. So, we said what about something similar taking place in our capital city of Dublin. Our Reporter, Josh Crosbie, has been out meeting with those who swim in the Liffey and those who wouldn't dream of it...
The people of Limerick are to have an opportunity to vote for the person they want to be the city’s first directly-elected mayor next June, under plans approved by the Cabinet on yesterday. John Moran, Chair of Liveable Limerick and expert witness on this legislation for the joint Oireachtas committee on housing and local government joined Jonathan Healy on the show.
Retained firefighters are resuming their strike action from this morning amid concerns about the lack of emergency contingencies put in place by local authorities. Karan O Loughlin, SIPTU Public Administration, and Community Division Organiser spoke to Ciara this morning.
Music streaming giant Spotify is set to raise the price of its Spotify Premium subscription service. For more on this we’re joined by Adrian Weckler, Technology Correspondent with the Irish Independent
The world's largest nocturnal primate has just moved to Dublin Zoo’s newest habitat, the Nocturnal House, and it is known as the “aye-aye”. Joining me to discuss the new habitat and explain what an aye-aye is, is Dr Christoph Schwitzer, Director of Dublin Zoo
September will be the first time in the history of the State there will be publicly funded reproductive treatment available for couples under plans set to be approved by cabinet later today. Dr. John Waterstone, Medical Director of the Waterstone Fertility Clinic joined Ciara on the show to discuss.
Ireland will not meet the targets set in the first and second carbon budget periods – that is the stark warning this morning from the Climate Change Advisory Council. They say urgent action needs to be taken immediately. Marie Donnelly is Chair of the council and joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
“Childless women are sick of being exploited by mums in the office during the holiday” Those are the words of Journalist Claudia Connell in the Daily Mail this week. Jody Day psychotherapist, Author, and founder of Gateway Women joined Ciara on the show this morning.
“With just a few words, we’re perceived as posh or common, classy or cheap...Having a so-called “wrong accent” can be bad for your health – especially when it comes to climbing the slippery career ladder.” So writes John Daly in the Irish Independent. Dr Stephen Lucek, Assistant Professor in Linguistics in UCD joined Jonathan Healy to discuss.
Bars of gold with the estimated value of €400,000 were located by Gardaí yesterday afternoon after being reported missing by the leader of the far-right National Party, Justin Barrett. Paul Hosford, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner joined Jonathan Healy on the show.
Wildfires continue to rage on the Greek islands of Rhodes and Corfu. Damian Mac Con Uladh, an Irish journalist based in Greece joined Ciara with the latest on the situation.
Proposals under the Dundrum Local Area Plan have caused frustration for residents and business owners. More than 200 people attended a meeting over the plans last week, with some locals saying changes to road layouts could destroy the village. However, some councillors say the LAP is focusing on the projected growth of the population and supporting sustainable transport. Newstalk reporter, Josh Crosbie met with those on both sides of the debate in Dundrum.
So begins the battle of the bombshells at the summer box office, as Barbie and Oppenheimer premiere in theatres across the world today! Saoirse Hanley, Features Writer for the Sunday Independent and the Sunday World explained the ‘Barbenhiemer’ phenomenon.
A U.S tourist has been left with ‘life-changing injuries’ following an attack on Talbot Street. Jack Wooley, Irish Olympian who experienced an assault in Dublin city centre in 2021 joins us to talk about the prevalence of violent assaults in Dublin.
The UN Children’s Committee Vice Chair recently expressed alarm at Ireland’s Mental Health Services. Professor Philip Jaffe is visiting Ireland and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Yesterday’s report from the ESRI has put middle-income earners in the spotlight. So, what can be done to help those in the “squeezed middle” Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Cormac Lucey, Economist Columnist with Sunday Times Ireland.
“Women’s pain is routinely disregarded by the medical community especially if you mention the ‘P’ word” Those are the words of Ellen Coyne, a Columnist with the Irish Independent speaking about women’s health. For more on this, we spoke to Dr. Marieke Bigg, Author of ‘This Won’t Hurt: How Medicine Fails Women’.
Gardaí have impounded a boat that they believe is connected to the massive drug haul seized off the coast of Donegal. Stephen Maguire, Editor of Donegal Daily gave Jonathan an update from Donegal.
The new director general of RTÉ Kevin Bakhurst has met with presenter Ryan Tubridy for a one-to-one meeting, and the pair are set to meet again in the coming weeks. So is there any way back for the embattled presenter? Speaking to Ciara on the show this morning was Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic and Columnist with the Irish Examiner.
“No, arts degrees don’t deliver quick returns on investment. They’re not supposed to” “Ireland does not owe all of its 21st-century success to its technological revolution. Instead, its technological revolution owes much to Ireland’s long and esteemed tradition in the arts” Those are the words of Finn McRedmond in today's Irish Times. We asked Dr. Irene McCormick, lecturer in media studies in IT Carlow and teaching and learning expert does she agree?
World Cup fever is in the air as the Girls in Green get ready to do battle against the Matildas in front of 70,000 spectators in Sydney. Our reporter Elaine Smith took to the streets of Cork to get a sense of the excitement.
“Ireland has one of lowest rates of home ownership for under 40s” that’s according to a new report from the ESRI Nearly 80% of people over the age of 40 in Ireland own their own home, but that just a third of adults under the age of 40 are homeowners. Marian Finnegan, Managing Director at Sherry Fitzgerald gave her reaction to this report.
The girls in green take on Australia at around 11 am today and on the line from Australia is Minister of State for Sports Thomas Byrne. Minister Byrne spoke to Ciara live from Sydney ahead of kick off.
Equality legislation should be changed to include discrimination on the grounds of a criminal conviction. That’s the call this morning from the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission. But how common is discrimination against ex-offenders? Damien Quinn is the Founder of Spéire spoke to Jonathan this morning on the show.
Cocaine worth €2 million has washed up on a beach off the coast of Donegal, sparking a major search along the coastline involving Gardaí and Garda helicopters. Stephen Maguire, Editor of Donegal Daily gave Newstalk Breakfast an update on the drug find.
Broadcasting body, Comisiún Na Meán plan to further restrict online advertising of infant formula This is one of the measures proposed by the Breastfeeding Parliamentary Committee to support infant feeding choices. Pauline O’Reilly, Chair of the Green Party and Galway Senator gave her reaction.
The Irish government is investigating reports that a Russian drone was found with a “Made in Ireland” stamp Speaking in Kyiv, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said he did not believe Irish companies had evaded EU sanctions but noted possible third-party involvement We asked Declan Power, Defence and Security Expert Is this a matter of concern?
‘Living above the shop’ can help solve the housing crisis – so says Business Group, Dublin Town, who argue that loosening red tape could help to create tens of thousands of residential living spaces above businesses. To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Hugh Wallace, Director at Douglas Wallace Architects and Home of the Year.
Nightclubs and late bars will be able to avail of grants of up to €70,000 for soundproofing to combat the problem of noise in residential areas. This was among a number of measures announced by Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media Catherine Martin. In reaction to this we spoke to Ian Redmond, Shareholder with Hyde Dublin and former Owner of the Tramline Nightclub.
No €1,000 tax cut for middle-income earners; Cost of filling oil tank to rise by almost €20 - these are just some of the options for changes to income tax in October’s Budget, outlined by the Tax Strategy Group Thoughts on what is being reported this morning Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Jim Stewart, Adjunct professor in Finance at Trinity College Dublin, and Jennifer Carroll McNeill, Fine Gael TD for Dun Laoighaire.
TikTok ‘shoplifting challenges’ are out of control and causing havoc for businesses in Galway city centre So says Niall McNellis, Business Owner and Labour Party Councillor for Galway City who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Sunbeds should be banned. That’s the call from Professor Caitriona Ryan, Consultant Dermatologist at the Institute of Dermatologists. Gill Costello was diagnosed with terminal cancer after using sunbeds and spoke to the Irish Examiner about her story. Gill told Jonathan her story.
The Republic of Ireland set to play their opening game at this year's Women's World Cup tomorrow against Australia, with kick-off at 11 o’clock in the morning. Will or should offices around the country show the match? Caroline Reidy, Human Resource Expert from the HR Suite spoke to Jonathan with her view.
Former US President, Donald Trump has received a letter stating he is the target of a grand jury investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election result. For more on this Ciara spoke to Larry Donnelly, University of Galway Law Lecturer and Political Columnist with The Journal.
There has been a "steady decrease” recorded in the number of enrolments in Catholic primary schools since 2018, while multi-denominational enrolments have continued to rise steadily, that’s according to statistics from The Department of Education. We get reactions to these statistics from Michael Nugent, Chair of Atheist Ireland and also Alan Hynes, Chief Executive of the Catholic Education Partnership.
72% of Gen Z have said that singers & celebrities act as role models for them, according to new research from iReach Insights. Ella Whelan, Spiked Online Columnist joined Jonathan this morning on the show.
Ireland has become warmer and wetter in the last thirty years. That’s according to a comprehensive summary of the nation’s climate averages published this morning by Met Eireann Speaking to us this was was Barry Coonan a Meteorologist with Met Eireann and co-author of the report.
Ireland’s gender pay gap is among the lowest in Europe, according to new Eurostat data. This still means that for every €1 men earn in Ireland, women earn 91 cents. Sonya Lennon, Founder of the WorkEqual and the WorkEqual Campaign gave her reaction to Ciara this morning on the show.
There isn’t a town or village in the country that has not been touched by derelict or vacant properties. Local Authorities are trying to bring new life back into some of these buildings while others are boarded up for years. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been taking a look at different schemes taking place and he joined Ciara in the studio.
Insolvency rates in the hospitality sector have increased by more than 200% in the first half of this year. This comes as the government is expected to increase the 9% VAT rate for the sector in September. With more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Adrian Cummins, CEO of the Restaurants Association of Ireland.
Waiting lists for Gaeltacht courses are growing as interest in speaking Irish surges. Julian De Spainn, General Secretary of Conradh Na Gaeillge spoke to Jonathan Healy this morning with more on this.
US Comedian Sarah Silverman is suing Chat GPT’s parent company, Open AI - and Facebook’s parent company Meta alleging that her copyright has been infringed in the training of the AI systems. For more on this, we spoke to Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly.
Youghal Greyhound Track , which was bailed out earlier this year, is attracting an average attendance of just three members of the public at its twice-weekly meets. The track, which has received more than €750,000 in funding since 2020, was days away from closure in April when it received a last-minute reprieve. John Carmody, Animal rights campaigner gave his reaction.
The Tyre Extinguishers group targeting SUVs has warned that they now intend to target hybrid and electric vehicles, with the campaign set to be extended to counties outside of Dublin John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist, and Commentator gave his reaction to this.
“Justice Minister Helen McEntee should focus on tackling crime and stop playing to the woke gallery” So wrote Fianna Fáil TD, Willie O’Dea on the issue of street crime and anti-social behaviour. Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Antoinette Cunningham, General Secretary of the Association of Garda Sergeants & Inspectors, and asked did she agree with Willie?
Most people believe garden tools and machinery should not be started before 9am. That’s according to a new survey from the DIY chain Toolstation. So how early is too early to mow your lawn? Well, to tell us Monica Alvarez is a judge on RTÉ’s Dulux Supergarden.
The amount of money spent on the state pension annually has grown by 50 percent in the last decade. That’s according to new figures from the Department of Social Protection. Michael McMahon, Chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Two participants in the Sligo Stages Rally have died following a crash at the motorsport race. Sorcha Crowley, Sligo Based Journalist, explained what we know about what happened.
Today France celebrates Bastille day - 233 years since the revolutionary storming of the prison at Bastille So, will the French community in Ireland be marking the occasion and just how are Franco-Irish relations anyway? Newstalk’s Sarah Madden reports.
Almost 1,300 participants from across Europe are heading toward Limerick this weekend for the 2023 European Ultimate Frisbee Championships Jessica Chambers plays for Ireland and will be defending her title. Jessica spoke to Ciara this morning.
Cillian Murphy and Emily Blunt left the Oppenheimer premiere in London as the Screen Actors Guild announced strike action - marking the first time in 60 years that Hollywood Actors and writers are striking simultaneously Jeanne Wolf, Hollywood Journalist explained what's happening in Hollywood.
Ireland has already used 47% of its Carbon Budget for the period 2021-2025 in just the first two years. That’s according to a new report published by the Environmental Protection Agency this morning. Cara Augustenborg, Professor of Environmental Policy at University College Dublin & Member of the Climate Change Advisory Council gave her reaction to Ciara this morning.
Intolerant, nasty, grossly offensive – and 11,000 people laughed along – those were the words of Journalist, Barry Egan writing about Ricky Gervais at the 3Arena So, where is the line between funny and offensive – or does it exist? For more on this Ciara spoke to Comedian Steve Cummins, Comedian.
A blistering heatwave is spreading across the south of Europe with temperatures reaching as high as 45 degrees in areas of Spain and the Mediterranean. Joan Scales, Travel Writer and Broadcaster brought us an update on the temperatures across Europe.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said it “isn’t fair” that the majority of TV licence revenue goes to RTÉ and suggested that under a new model, more publishers will receive funding. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Lorcan Nyhan is Head of Training at The Communications Clinic and columnist with The Sunday Independent
Proposals to increase the price of alcohol are “out of touch with reality”, so says Drinks Ireland. To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sheila Gilheany, Alcohol Action Ireland CEO.
Thirteen skulls stolen from a churchyard on Inishbofin Island are on their way back home after more than 130 years. Marie Coyne of the Inishbofin Heritage Museum explained who stole these skulls and why?
In a statement last night, Huw Edwards’ wife named him as the BBC presenter at the centre of the allegations of recent days. We get the latest from George Parker, Political Editor of the Financial Times.
Are we getting to grips with the housing crisis? We asked Darragh O’Brien Minister for Housing this morning on the show.
The Barbie-doll look has had a strong, even conformist, impact on how women are “supposed” to look” - That’s the view of journalist Mary Kenny who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The National Children's Hospital cost likely to pass €2bn amid tensions with contractor. A war of words has broken out over the level of progress on the build, with the National Paediatric Hospital Development Board claiming just 27 of 3,000 rooms have been deemed complete. Paul Davis is a Public Procurement Expert from DCU and explained the costings and budget relating to the Children's Hospital.
RTÉ faces the task of clarifying major contradictions between its own accounts and the statements of Ryan Tubridy and his agent Noel Kelly at the upcoming appearance before the Public Accounts Committee today. Alan Dillon, Fine Gael TD for Mayo and member of the Public Accounts Committee spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning ahead of the meeting.
Sex education classes will be mandatory for all senior cycle students at the second level for the first time under plans being drawn up by the State advisory body on the school curriculum. Alan Whelan President of Catholic Secondary School’s Parent’s Association
Further allegations have emerged about the unnamed BBC presenter accused of paying a teenager thousands of pounds for sexually explicit photos, including details of a second person who has come forward with a complaint. George Parker, Political Editor of the Financial Times gave us the latest from London.
It is 'likely' that RTE will come to the government to seek a bailout. - Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Paschal Donohoe on the RTE scandal.
From January 2024 Paris will charge SUV drivers higher parking fees in a bid to reduce air pollution in the city. Should this be implemented across Dublin? To debate this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Oisin Coughlan, Chief Executive of Friends of the Earth, and also Ian O’Doherty, Columnist with The Irish Independent.
85% of parents leave their children unsupervised with dogs in their home, despite research showing the majority of bite injuries to children are caused by a dog known to the child. That’s according to new figures published this morning by Dogs Trust UK. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Nanci Creedon who is a Dog Behaviour Expert.
The placing of an effigy of Sinn Féin Vice President Michelle O'Neill on a County Tyrone bonfire is being treated as a hate crime by police. The picture, along with Irish flags, appeared on a pyre in Dungannon yesterday evening. In reaction to this Shane spoke to Doug Beattie, Leader of the Ulster Unionist Party.
The Nation watched as Ryan Tubridy and Noel Kelly gave their version of events to the Media & Public Accounts Committees yesterday James O’Connor Fianna Fáil TD for Cork East & Member of the Public Accounts Committee spoke to Ciara this morning with a reaction to yesterday's meetings.
The lawyer of the young person at the centre of the BBC scandal has issued a statement to say claims about a prominent BBC presenter are “rubbish” George Parker, Political Editor of the Financial Times gave us the latest from London.
That was People Before Profit TD, Bríd Smith speaking on The Hard Shoulder yesterday, as she announced she will not seek re-election Should others follow suit to make way for the new generation? To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Emma Desouza, Writer & Political Commentator.
Ryan Tubridy and agent Noel Kelly are set to appear at two back-to-back Oireachtas committee hearings today as the controversy over RTÉ’s failure to disclose €345,000 worth of payments to the presenter continues Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sinn Féin Media Spokesperson, Imelda Munster who will be asking the hard-hitting questions as a member of the Public Accounts Committee...
Alleged texts from Hollywood actor Jonah Hill to his ex-girlfriend have caused a major stir in recent days. The actor sent his then-girlfriend a list of behaviours that cross his “boundaries”, including “surfing with men, posting pictures of herself in a bathing suit, and having friendships with certain unstable people”. So, is it OK to set boundaries like these when entering a relationship? And at what point does it cross a line and become overly controlling? Speaking to Ciara this morning Dr Caroline West is Bumble’s Sex and Relationship Expert.
Cabinet Ministers will today be briefed on the new First Right of Refusal Legislation If a notice to quit is issued, a tenant must be invited by their landlord to make a bid on the property within 90 days. Carol Tallon, CEO of Property District and Author of the Irish Property Buyers Handbook Series gave Newstalk Breakfast more details on this.
Ryan Tubridy and his agent Noel Kelly will appear before highly anticipated Oireachtas Committee hearings later this morning Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic and Columnist with the Irish Examiner.
Beachgoers at Baile Uí Chuill strand in Kerry were shocked yesterday morning to discover a 62-foot fin whale had washed up on the shore. Pádraig Whooley, Sightings Officer of the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group
As the kids settle into the summer holidays, you may be battling against increasing screen time or concerns around what your child is doing online. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us on the show with some solid adivce.
The market is showing signs of stability – that is the message in a new My Home Property price report out today. Conall MacCoille, Chief Economist at Davy and author of the report spoke to Ciara on the show.
Director General of RTÉ Kevin Bakhurst has said he is standing down the RTÉ Executive Board today. In an email to staff this morning, he said the Executive Board will be replaced with a temporary interim leadership team to continue running the organisation. Brian Stanley, Sinn Fein TD and chair of the Public Accounts Committee spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
"I favour tolerance even when faced with intolerance. I am happy to see the Orange Order march in Donegal. I don’t understand the bonfire culture, but if others cherish it, let them be, but no flag burning please” So says Dan Mulhall, former ambassador to Britain and the US who joined us on newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The majority of 13-year-olds were healthy, felt supported by friends and family, and participated in a range of pastimes – that's according to the newly released Growing up in Ireland Report on the lives of 13-year-olds. Stella O’Malley, Psychotherapist & Author of What Your Teen is Trying to Tell You joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Gardaí have called off the search for missing 18-year-old, Sebastian Palma Sigmond following the discovery of a body in Achill, County Mayo. Ellen O’Donohue, Irish Times Journalist brought us the latest.
Gardaí should be exempt from prosecutions when “in hot pursuit” of a suspect. That’s the call from James Lawless, Fianna Fail TD & Chair of the Oireachtas Justice Committee, who is planning to introduce a private members motion on the matter who spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
A BBC Presenter has been suspended due to allegations that he paid a teenager £35,000 for sexually explicit images Enda Brady, London Based Journalist joined Ciara on the show this morning.
It’s been announced this week that the popular Dublin nightclub, Tramline will be closing its doors Is it murder on the dance floor for the nightclub industry? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this, was Melanie Finn, Entertainment Correspondent.
The four Dublin local authorities have launched a new initiative to support the Dublin housing market and are looking to activate or complete housing sites with planning permissions across the city and county. Ann Marie Farrelly, Fingal County Council Chief Executive and chair of the Dublin Housing Delivery Group.
Earlier in the week we heard from the European Commissioner Mairead McGuinness about keeping cash and a possible digital euro. Many people are concerned that this could lead us closer to a cashless society - Would that bother you? Our reporter Elaine Smith got the views of the people of Cork:
Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris has announced a historic change to third-level education- degree programmes people can access without CAO points. Minister Harris spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning to give an insight to these changes.
Should adult children living at home pay rent to their parents? Jen Hogan, Columnist with The Irish Times gave us her are your thoughts on this.
All Things Considered: Boomerang Kids Paying Rent, should they or not?. Ciara and Shane debated this morning.
A confrontation between a member of the public and a driving instructor in Dublin has gone viral. A car can be seen in the way of a learner driver trying to complete a reverse turn manoeuvre . The driver of the car is frustrated that the area is being used by driving instructors. We sent Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie to the housing estate, which is near one of the country’s busiest driving test centres.
A man has been arrested after two people were allegedly stabbed during an incident at an underage Gaelic football match in Tyrone last night. With more detail on the incident Shane spoke to Cillian Sherlock is with the Press Association.
Electricity prices for households to start coming down in the next few months says Minister for Climate Action Eamon Ryan David Kerr, founder & CEO of Bonkers.ie spoke to Ciara with more on this.
Pop star Taylor Swift has announced a third concert in Dublin next year at the Aviva Stadium, following a huge response for tickets. Saoirse Hanley, Features Writer for the Sunday Independent and the Sunday World spoke to Ciara on the huge demand for tickets.
One in Four adults in the UK has never boiled an egg – that’s according to a Waitrose Cooking Report. We got a reaction from Darina Allen, Chef, Author & Founder of the Ballymaloe Cooking School organic farm and garden.
The standards applied by courts to negligence claims under cervical screening programmes should reflect the reality of cervical screening and consider the inherent limitations of screening. So says the World Health Organisation in a review of Ireland’s screening programme. With more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sam Coulter Smith, Chair of the Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Former Master of The Rotunda.
"Careless stewardship and indifference to proper process, that has sown the seeds of the crisis” Those are the words of Siún Ní Raghallaigh, the Chair of the RTÉ Board in her opening statement to the Oireachtas Committee on Media Shane Ross, Author and journalist gave his reaction to the revelations at the Oireachtas Committee on Media yesterday.
All Things Considered: Just Stop Oil Protests was just for discussions between Shane and Ciara this morning.
Cork East Fine Gael TD David Stanton has called for a public information campaign to be launched to warn the public about the threat posed by the insects, that carry Lyme disease. Professor Jack Lambert, Consultant in infectious disease at the UCD School of Medicine explained how common is Lyme disease in Ireland.
Three ‘Just Stop Oil’ Environmental activists have been arrested after two protests disrupted tennis at Wimbledon yesterday. Emma de Saram, Just Stop Oil Campaigner spoke to Newstalk Breakfast and was asked if their message is getting through.
A new report today by the CCPC reveals that 1 in 3 people are ‘just getting by financially’ Founder of the Peter McVerry Trust and Social Campaigner gave his reaction to the findings of the report with Shane this morning.
RTE executives were grilled for the third time by the Oireachtas Media Committee yesterday. What happens next? Speaking to Ciara this morning was Arthur Beasley, Current Affairs Editor with the Irish Times.
Autism Activist, Cara Darmody met with HSE chief executive Bernard Gloster yesterday to seek assurances about changes to autism services. She is due to meet with Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar later today. Cara and her father joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The World Meteorological Organisation announced the arrival of the naturally occurring El Nino phenomenon this morning – but what exactly is it and how will it affect us? Cathal Nolan, Ireland’s Weather Channel explained what the El Nino phenomenon is.
About 160,000 passengers were impacted after Ryanair cancelled more than 900 flights last month amid disruption from air traffic control strikes across France. Dara Brady, Ryanair's director of marketing spoke to Shane about the impact it has on their business and customers.
“When this city goes dark, you are better off taking yourself out of it as it just isn’t safe, particularly on certain streets” Those are the words of Social Democrat TD, Gary Gannon who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The government is planning to boost core spending in the Budget by €5.2 billion. That’s according to the Summer Economic Statement, which was published yesterday. Finance Minister Michael McGrath joined Ciara this morning on the show with more details on this.
Is your child a fussy eater? Well, Cartoons could be to blame – Colette Reynolds, of Growing Healthy Eaters spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with some help for those frustrated parents.
Parents are already feeling the financial burden of children going back to school. Thats according the The Irish League of Credit Union’s back-to-school tracker. To discuss the findings was David Malone, CEO of the Irish League of Credit Unions.
Fresh revelations on RTE Finances. review of RTE finances has found a number of further barter accounts. Niamh Smyth, Chair of the Oireachtas Media Committee spoke to Shane this morning on the show with a reaction to the new revelations.
When “Bridget Jones’s Diary” hit U.S. shelves 25 years ago, the book was a phenomenon – but has the best-selling novel aged well? Tanya Sweeney, Irish Independent Columnist explained the cultural impact of Bridget.
“Economy is as dependent now on corporate taxes as it was on property taxes prior to 2008. Any budget giveaway will present huge risks to the economy, yet fiscal restraint will be unpopular for the government going into the next election” Those are the words of Columnist with the Business Post, John Walsh who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ciaran Cuffe, Green Party MEP has made calls for a rent increase ban for all buildings “F” energy rating or below. Ciaran explained to Newstalk Breakfast why he had made this call.
The Irish Examiner reports today that as part of October’s budget, there will be a significant cut to childcare costs at 25% and a deis style scheme. We asked Minster for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth, Roderic O’ Gorman what he wishes to achieve in October's budget.
Remote working is like a dating app: isolating, joyless and bad for us. Yet still we stay home so wrote Martha Gill, Observer Columnist, and Political Journalist and Martha explained to Ciara what she meant by this article.
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions will not tolerate declining incomes for workers and their families when resources are clearly available to avoid this. That’s according to the union’s President Kevin Callinan, who will later today address the Biennial Delegate Conference in Kilkenny
A minute's silence has been held in the Spanish coastal town of Salou last night as a mark of respect after the death of a 36-year-old Irish woman. Graham Keeley, Spain correspondent for the Independent gave Newstalk Breakfast the latest details.
Gogglebox Ireland will be returning to Virgin Media Television this Autumn and they are on the lookout for Ireland’s most witty and opinionated telly fanatics to join the new season. Gareth McGreevy, series producer spoke to Ciara this morning.
Elon Musk announced over the weekend that the company was limiting the number of tweets users can read in a day. While it could be a great solution to limit the amount of time you spend on the app, it will also massively impact those use who the service for work or to follow breaking news and live sport. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly has the details.
RTÉ is set to remain in the political spotlight for some time. What has this week got in store for the national broadcaster? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Hugh O'Connell, Deputy Political Editor of the Irish Independent.
Green Party Planning and Local Government Spokesman and Chair of the Oireachtas Housing Committee, Steven Matthewshas drafted a new exemption that would remove the need for planning permission for bike and e-scooter storage units (within certain limits). Steven explained what is the benefit of this and also speaking to Ciara this morning on the show was Jackie Cahil, Fianna Fail TD for Tipperary and Chairman of the Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture – You don’t believe this is a good idea?
We often hear a lot of negative feedback about our capital city but Dublin has just been named the best destination for a weekend. US travel magazine Global Traveler has positioned Dublin as the Best destination in the world for a weekend with Rome coming second and Paris third. We sent our reporter Josh Crosbie out to meet with tourists and locals to see what they think of this recognition.
Exercise caution and remain aware of your surroundings, that's the advice from the Department of Foreign Affairs to Irish people travelling in France. This comes amid ongoing rioting across the country following the death of a teenager who was killed by a police officer last Tuesday in a suburb northwest of Paris. John Lichfield, Veteran Paris-based journalist spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
A quarter of people in the republic, and almost half of the people in Northern Ireland, believe there will be a United Ireland in the EU within the next ten years --- That’s according to a poll released today by European Movement Ireland. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Darragh Gannon, Head of Irish Studies at UCD and Fulbright Irish Scholar at Georgetown University.
Two Irish teenage boys have died on a post-Leaving Cert holiday on the Greek island of Ios. Speaking to Ciara this morning with more on this tragic story was Kitty Holland, Social Affairs correspondent with the Irish Times.
Today HMV will open their doors in Henry Street, marking a return for the music retailer to Ireland since they last opened their doors in Ireland almost 10 years ago. The shop will stock over 15,000 products across their three floors in the 6,000 sq. ft store. There will be 10,000 vinyl albums and CDs, as well as a wide range of music technology products. But is there an appetite for this kind of retail outlet? Ciara spoke to Journalist and Broadcaster Pat Carty.
Friday has arrived and the children have finished school but it's just a standard weekend with work again on Monday.It got us thinking is there an appetite for a July Public Holiday? And would people be willing to swap the October Bank Holiday with this weekend?" Well, we sent our reporter Josh Crosbie to find out...
Thousands of police deployed across France as clashes continue after the fatal shooting of killing of 17-year-old Nahel M. Speaking to Ciara this morning with more on this was Elaine Cobb, CBS News Correspondent in Paris.
Giving kids prizes for good attendance in school is a flawed idea and sets up a harmful precedent So wrote Chrissie Russell, Freelance Writer with The Irish Independent and Christine explained what prompted her to write this piece.
Finland ranks first in the World Happiness Index. One discontented Brit travelled all the to the Nordic country to find out what their secret is, and if there is anything we can learn from the Finnish. Speaking to Shane this morning was Lucy Pearson, Book Blogger at The Literary Edit & Freelance Writer.
Met Eireann has announced that this has been the hottest June on record in Ireland – breaking an 83-year-old record. Paul Moore, Met Eireann’s Climatologist gave us more detail on this record.
As RTÉ controversy continues over Ryan Tubridy’s pay, the board members and executives appeared before the Public Accounts Committee yesterday. Seamus Dooley, Irish Secretary of the National Union of Journalists spoke to Newstalk Breakfast and gave his reaction to the extraordinary scenes yesterday.
As Ciara and Shane broadcasted live from Cork as part of Newstalk's Summer Tour this morning, they got an update on what’s going on in Cork this summer is Frankie Sheahan, Munster & Ireland Rugby Star and now the Founder & CEO of the business & self-improvement organisation Pendulum Summit and Valerie Mulcahy, Cork Football Icon.
The Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland has said it will be reviewing the guidance relating to the advertising of non-alcoholic product variants. The move comes after a number of complaints to the watchdog about 0.0% alcohol brands and how they are being advertised in stores and other areas. Is the review warranted? To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Cormac Healy, Director of Drinks Ireland and Dr. Sheila Gilheaney, CEO of Alcohol Action Ireland.
Women4Election, an organisation that helps women get elected to the local and national government, caused a whirlwind of online controversy last night, by announcing the appointment of their new male CEO, Brian Sheehan. Bernie Linnane, labour party activist in county Leitrim, women's rights activist & part of Leitrim for Choice explained to Shane why this cause such a stir.
Four top executives and three board members at RTÉ appeared before the Oireachtas Arts and Media Committee over the Ryan Tubridy pay controversy. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Brian Stanley Sinn Féin TD for Laois Offaly and Chair of the Public Accounts Committee.
Urgent regeneration is needed in order to preserve Cork’s famous English Market that’s according to Cork’s newly appointed Lord Mayor Kieran McCarthy who joined Ciara and Shane as they broadcast live from Cork as part of Newstalk's Summer Tour.
Four top executives and three board members at RTÉ appeared before the Oireachtas Arts and Media committee over the Ryan Tubridy pay controversy yesterday. Jack Horgan Jones, Political Reporter for The Irish Times explained what new information came to light yesterday?
Trinity College Dublin is the top-rated Irish institution according to the latest QS World University Rankings, with University College Dublin Ireland coming second and the University of Galway placing third. Linda Doyle, Trinity Provost & President spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Minister for Finance Michael McGrath’s officials are considering whether legislation should be introduced to require certain types of businesses and sectors to accept cash. So should certain businesses and sectors be required by law to accept cash? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast Sinead Ryan, Consumer columnist & Host of the Home Show on Newstalk.
Galway County Council is considering a proposal to ban smoking in designated outdoor dining areas across the county But should this be considered nationwide? To debate we heard from Declan Geraghty, Independent Councillor and Cathaoirleach of Ballinasloe Municipal District in Co Galway, and also Erika Doyle, Green Party Councillor for Bray.
Today the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Media, Tourism, Arts, Culture, Sport and the Gaeltacht will meet the Chair of the Board, Siun Ni Rathallaigh, Interim Deputy Director General Adrian Lynch, along with other members of the RTÉ Board and Executive – Dee Forbes will be absent. Pearse Doherty, Deputy Dáil Leader of Sinn Fein & Spokesperson on Finance gave his takeaway from RTE’s statement yesterday evening.
Half of septic tanks failed inspection in 2022, with 20 per cent identified as a risk to human health and the environment That’s according to the EPA’s Domestic Waste Water Treatment Systems Inspections Report 2022. Noel Byrne, EPA Programme Manager in the Office of Environmental Enforcement - talked us through the findings of this report.
Minister Paschal Donohoe updated Cabinet on plans for a new group which may recommend increases for the likes of secretary generals of Government Departments. The Minister is worried some top talent may be poached by higher wages in the private sector But is this really the time for a pay rise? In reaction to this, Shane spoke to Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD.
Yesterday evening RTE released a lengthy statement in response to the Ryan Tubridy wage scandal that has dominated the headlines over the past few days. Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic and Columnist with the Irish Examiner explained what were the key points from RTE’s statement.
A Planet Youth Study examining binge drinking among 15-16 year olds has found that over one in three have been binge drinking at least once. Dr Garret McGovern, GP specialising in addiction medicine and Medical Director of the Priority Medical Clinic in Dundrum joined Shane on the show this morning and discussed what can we do to curb binge drinking among young people?
Irish passports are set to get a redesign with the public to be asked what flora and fauna should appear on the new design. To discuss further with Ciara was Willie White, Artistic Director of the Dublin Theatre Festival.
Cabinet will approve legislation this morning to establish safe access zones around premises which provide abortion services. Protesting will be an offence within a 100 metre buffer zone around such premises. Cork GP and Member of The Southern Taskgroup on Abortion & Reproductive Topics, Dr Trish Horgan spoke to Ciara this morning with more on this.
As the RTÉ scandal continues to unfold, one TD is calling for full transparency as he believes Tubridy may not be the only person receiving payments through a barter account. Denis Naughten, Independent TD and Former Minister for Communication Meanwhile The National Union of Journalists branch representing RTÉ employees has called for a lunchtime protest in Donnybrook this afternoon amid the Ryan Tubridy payments controversy. Trevor Keegan, Chair of the RTÉ National Union of Journalists subbranch told us why they felt the need to call this protest.
All Things Considered: Legalising Assisted Dying was the subject up for debate this morning with Ciara and Shane.
Attempts to portray the whole tourism sector as price-gouging are lazy, ill-informed, and inaccurate. So wrote Eoghan O’Mara Walsh, Chief Executive at Irish Tourism Industry Confederation, in the Business Post and Eoghan spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Thousands of consumers with gift cards issued by shopping centres around the country fear they will lose out after the payments firm that manages the funds for the gift cards was shut down by regulators. Dermot Jewell, Policy and Council Advisor of The Consumer Association Ireland explained this issue to Ciara this morning on the show.
A Special Oireachtas committee will meet today to discuss consent and capacity in relation to the prospect of lifting the Government's legal ban on Assisted dying. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr Brendan O’Shea, Kildare GP, Assistant Adjuvant Professor in Public Health and Primary Care at Trinity College Dublin & Member of Irish Doctors Supporting Medical Assistance in Dying and Professor Siobhan McHale, Consultant liaison psychiatrist in Beaumont Hospital and member of the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland.
The latest daft.ie house prices report shows the first yearly fall in Irish house prices since 2020 Ronan Lyons, Economist at Trinity College Dublin and Daft.ie researcher gave us more details from the report.
Canadian Facebook and Instagram users will be blocked from viewing news on the platform, after the country’s government passed a bill required the tech giant to pay for the content. What does this mean for Facebook users in that region, and is it something that could happen here? For more on this, we heard from Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly.
RTÉ has confirmed that they will appear before the Public Accounts Committee and the Oireachtas Media Committee this week, in relation to the undisclosed payments to TV and radio broadcaster Ryan Tubridy. Sinn Fein Media Spokesperson, who is a member of both the media committee and the public accounts committee, Imelda Munster spoke to Newstalk Breakfast and also we heard from Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic and Columnist with the Irish Examiner.
The latest nationwide survey by the business group Irish Business Against Litter shows the great majority of Ireland’s towns are clean, but two-thirds of city areas are still littered. Conor Horgan, Spokesperson for Irish business against litter broke down the findings of the survey.
Despite the world being generally safer than ever we seem to get more and more nervous and afraid of everything when it comes to our children- that’s according to Ellen Beate, Professor at Queen Maud University College of Early Childhood Education in Norway who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Emergency security measures remain in place in Moscow, after a rebellion by Wagner mercenaries that has shaken the position of the Russian president Vladimir Putin. Speaking to Shane this morning was Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
RTÉ has been invited to appear before the Public Accounts Committee and the Oireachtas Media Committee this coming week to discuss the controversy over undisclosed payments to Ryan Tubridy. With more on this, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Mark Tighe, Senior News Reporter with the Sunday Independent.
The prestigious Glastonbury festival kicked off this week in the UK, boasting a whopper line-up. Tom Dunne, Newstalk’s Own joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to tell us all about Glastonbury 2023.
The second day of the consultative forum, which looks to discuss the State's foreign and security policy kicks off in Galway today. Sean Defoe, Newstalk Reporter brought us the latest from the consultative forum in Galway.
In a statement last night OceanGate Expeditions announced that the five people on board the missing Titan sub “have sadly been lost” after debris consistent with implosion was found within the search area. Tim Maltin, Titanic Expert spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
RTÉ staff are due to hold an emergency meeting with union representatives today following the revelations about undeclared payments to Ryan Tubridy. Brian Stanley, Sinn Féin TD and Chair of the Oireachtas Public Accounts Committee, and Willie O’Reilly, Former Group Commercial Director of RTÉ and media commentator both joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
After protesters disrupted his speech at the Consultative Forum on Defence yesterday, Tánaiste Micheál Martin raised concerns that universities are now “fearful” of holding debates on campus. Is there merit to those worries? Dr Tim Crowley, Member of the School of Philosophy & Academic Freedom Officer at UCD, and Sai Gujulla, Student Union President at the University of Galway both joined Ciara on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Is privacy an illusion in the Internet age? That’s the topic up for discussion today at the Media, Internet, and Data Protection Conference hosted by the Bar Association. Eoin O’Dell is an Associate Professor of Law at Trinity College Dublin and joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The number of breaches of domestic violence court orders reported to An Garda Siochana rose by over 50% over a four-year period leading up to 2021. That’s according to new figures released to Fine Gael TD Fergus O’Dowd who joined Jonathan Healy on the show this morning.
The US Coast Guard announced last night that debris found on the ocean floor was consistent with “a catastrophic implosion” with the five on board the vessel believed to be dead Harriet Alexander, US Based Journalist joined Ciara on the show with the latest.
The school holidays can be a childcare nightmare for parents, and it can sometimes be tempting to leave your teens at home alone. But at what age are they truly ready to handle the responsibility? Dr David Coleman is a Clinical Psychologist and Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Psychology in UCD
The Sex and the City reboot, “And Just Like That” returns to our screens today for its second season – but are we clinging too hard to the iconic 1990s franchise? Deirdre Molumby, Pop Culture and Entertainment Expert spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
Time is running out as the search continues for the Titanic Submersible missing off the coast of Newfoundland. Harriet Alexander, US Based Journalist brought us an update on the situation.
The much-discussed Consultative Forum on International Security Policy is to kick off at University College Cork today. A range of issues across our foreign and defence policies will be up for discussion. But is the Forum a force for good or bad? Declan Power is an Independent Security Analyst and participant in the Forum and Richard Boyd Barrett is a People Before Profit TD joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to debate the forum.
A system of rationing should be introduced on the number of kilometers people can fly. That’s the call from John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist and Commentator who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Pride must return to the protest it once was. That was the call from drag queen Davina Devine in a recent interview. But has Pride changed that much in recent years? Brian Merriman is the Founder of the International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival and spoke to Ciara on newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Workplaces urgently need to adopt policies on menstrual health. That’s the call from the Financial Services Union, whose Senior Industrial Relations Officer is Mandy LaCombre who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly will today face questions from a Dáil committee, following criticism of the botched appointment of former chief medical officer Dr Tony Holohan to an academic post in Trinity College. John McGuinness, Fianna Fail TD and Chair of the Joint Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform spoke to Shane Coleman on the show.
An Garda Síochána is to immediately begin the process of procuring body-worn cameras for frontline members. Minister for Justice Helen McEntee made the announcement after a Cabinet meeting and spoke to Ciara on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The US Coastguard says remote underwater vehicles have been redeployed after banging noises were heard in the search for the missing Titan submersible, which last night had just 40 hours of oxygen left. Ralph Riegel, Southern Correspondent with The Irish Independent joined us on newstalk Breakfast with the latest...
The availability of facial recognition technology to Gardaí will be delayed and legislated separately from proposed laws on body cams. This follows disagreement in recent months between government parties over plans to legislate for the technology. Eamon Ryan, Green Party Leader & Minister for Environment. Climate, Communications and Transport joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The Bar of Ireland will host an event later today discussing cyberbullying and the practical steps that can be taken to combat it. Alex Cooney, Chief Executive of CyberSafeKids spoke to Shane Coleman on the show.
Today is the 20th Anniversary of the Special Olympics World Games Opening Ceremony in Dublin. Nelson Mandela and Muhammad Ali helped light the flame. Henry McKean asked the Special Olympics family about their memories of the World Games taking place today in Berlin. He started by chatting to Maria Shriver Kennedy, a family member who was married to Arnold Schwarzenegger, about the legacy it left, not only in Ireland but the World...
Minister Catherine Martin has announced the establishment of a new expert committee to advise on issues relating to the restitution and repatriation of culturally sensitive objects in Ireland. Virginia Teehan, CEO of the Heritage Council joined Shane Coleman on Newstalk Breakfast.
Half of renters are paying more than 30% of their income on rent, while fewer than one in five are renting by choice. That’s according to Threshold’s tenant sentiment survey published this morning. John Mark McCafferty, CEO of Threshold joined Ciara on the show this morning.
A new tour opens today at Newgrange Farm which is a new tour of the monuments and mythology of Newgrange Farm at Brú na Bóinne. Anthony Murphy, Founder of Mythical Ireland & Author will lead the first-of-its-kind tour and joined us live from The D Hotel in Drogheda this morning.
Today Minister Roderic O’Gorman is set to update the Cabinet on plans to ban conversion practices and their advertising on both gender and sexual orientation grounds Dr Paul Moran, Psychiatrist working with the National Gender Services
The cost of the National Children’s Hospital is set to rise yet again after the contractor was ordered to stop work on half of the operating theatres. Jack Horgan Jones, political reporter with the Irish Times joined us on the show this morning.
A submarine observing the wreckage of the Titanic remains missing with five people on board and just 70 hours of oxygen left. Dr. Simon Boxall, Senior Lecturer in Oceanography at the University of Southampton joined us on Newstalk Breakfast with the latest.
New research from the Health Research Board has shown that cocaine is the most common drug for which individuals are seeking treatment. In the period from 2016 to 2022, there was a 259% increase in the number of cases where cocaine was the main problem drug Professor Colin O’Gara, Addiction Psychiatrist at St John of Gods & Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCD and James Lawless, Fianna Fail TD & Chair of the Oireachtas Justice Committee joined Shane Coleman on the show this morning.
Today’s youth have been conditioned to inflate every disappointment into a trauma. So wrote Mick Clifford, The Irish Examiner's Special Correspondent, on Sunday and he joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Latest census figures revealed that the population of the greater Drogheda area has risen to over 67,000, which one group says should see it established as Ireland’s newest city. Anna McKenna is the Chairperson of the Drogheda City Status campaign and joined us live from The D Hotel in Drogheda.
A record high number of domestic abuse sufferers made contact with Women’s Aid last year. That’s according to their Annual Impact Report, published today. Linda Smith, National Freephone Manager with Women’s Aid joined Ciara on the show to talk us through the report. If you have been affected by any of the issues raised, you can contact the Women's Aid 24hr National Freephone Helpline on 1800 341 900
Vaping companies face paying thousands of euro every year to hold a licence in Ireland, under new laws being considered by the Government which would require an annual licence fee of €500 per shop that sells e-cigarettes. Consultant in paediatric respiratory medicine at Children's Health Ireland and Chair of the Policy Group on Tobacco at Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, Des Cox joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Justice Minister Helen McEntee has asked the Irish Prison Service for a report into allegations that All-Ireland winning hurler Pat Ryan was involved in a security breach at Limerick Prison last month. The allegations were outlined in a letter from Independent TD Mattie McGrath who joined us on the show this morning.
Around 130,000 households are set to be hit with electricity and gas bill shocks as they are coming to the end of discount deals. Paul Deane, energy expert from University College Cork spoke to Shane Coleman on the show
President Michael D Higgins has said the country is “playing with fire” in “dangerous shift” towards Nato, in an interview with The Business Post this weekend. Are the president’s comments on foreign policy appropriate or overstepping? Erin McGreehan, Fianna Fáil Senator and Shane Ross, Former Minister for Transport, Journalist and Author joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to debate...
“I know what it is like to feel alone. Feeling lonely is different. I feel it most acutely now when I want to talk to someone and I blame my reliance on WhatsApp for it.” Those are the words of Jennifer Horgan, Columnist with The Irish Examiner who joined u son the show to tell us what she means by this...
E-bike riders are routinely exceeding the 25kph limit and causing danger disruption in Limerick city. That’s according to Former Limerick Mayor Councillor Daniel Butler, who has written to the Departments of Justice and Transport over the issue and he joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Social housing tenants are being denied access to communal facilities such as parking, bicycle racks, gym, lounge and co-working spaces in Drimnagh. Daithi Doolin, Sinn Féin Cllr for Ballyfermot/Drimnagh who met with the residents spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
60% of people in Ireland impacted by medicine shortages in the past year. That’s according to new research on the crisis published this morning. Sheena Mitchell, Pharmacist and Host of the WonderCare podcast spoke to Shane Coleman about the medicine shortage...
This Sunday is Father’s Day and if you are struggling with what to buy the special father figure in your life, Esther McCarthy, Lifestyle Editor with The Irish Examiner joined us on the show to share her top tips.
UK Newspaper The Guardian has announced a global ban on gambling advertising, arguing it is unethical to take money from services that can lead to “addiction and financial ruin”. Should the Irish government take inspiration from this move and introduce a full-scale ban on gambling ads? For reaction, Ciara spoke to Aodhán Ó Ríordáin, Labour Education and Justice Spokesperson.
The reintroduction of a tax relief on mortgages needs to be considered in the next budget. So said Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien in the Dáil yesterday following yet another rate hike from the European Central Bank. But would such a move make sense? Speaking to Shane this morning to debate was Brendan Burgess is Founder of the consumer forum Ask about money.com and David Hall is co-founder of the Irish Mortgage Holders Association.
“I often wonder if my generation marks the end of the DIY-dad role,” writes Dr Colman Noctor, child & adolescent psychotherapist ahead of Father’s Day this weekend. Is losing the stereotypical DIY Dad image not a good sign when it comes to modern parenting and gender roles? We discussed this with Colman.
Dublin City Council is working to map all the sports facilities and outdoor recreational spaces across the city, to feed into its first-ever sports and physical activity strategy. Speaking to Shane this morning was Cat O’Driscoll, Social Democrats Dublin City Councillor.
Global temperature rise temporarily exceeded the critical 1.5-degree threshold earlier this month. So reported the EU’s Copernicus climate change observation service yesterday. Cara Augustenborg, Professor of Environmental Policy at University College Dublin & Member of the Climate Advisory Council explained how worrying this is.
The 2023 Dalkey Book Festival kicks off today! The festival, which runs until Sunday, will feature over 70 events and boasts a star-studded cast of contributors, including podcaster, author, and economist, David McWilliams who told us what people can expect from the festival.
Fine Gael and Sinn Fein support slip as Fianna Fail makes gains – those are the results of the latest Irish Times political poll. Pat Leahy Political Editor of The Irish Times looked at the findings of the poll.
The European Parliament has passed a draft law which would put new restrictions on the use of facial recognition technology in public places. Should this decision give the government pause in its plans to introduce the technology for use by the gardaí? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Ciaran Cuffe is a Green Party MEP and Pat Marry, Former Detective inspector and senior investigating officer, and author of “The Making of a Detective”.
Belgium and Germany have joined Austria, Greece, and Malta in allowing 16 and 17-year-old to vote in the 2024 European elections. is now the time Ireland follow suit? Joining Shane to discuss this was Cailum Hedderman, Social Activist and Noel Howard, Spokesperson for Social Care Ireland.
In 2020, Galway-born nurse Aoife Commins learned of her HIV diagnosis while living and working in Sydney. She kept her illness a secret from her parents for two more years and now aims to use her personal experience to educate and support others.Aoife spoke to Ciara on Newstalk Breakfast.
Dublin City Council are drafting up a new city-centre traffic plan to run up to 2028. One of their goals is to get cars to go around and not through the city centre in a bid to cut the number of cars travelling through it. To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Lynn Boylan, Sinn Fein Senator & Spokesperson for Climate Justice, and also Keith Gavin, Chairperson of the Irish Parking Association.
A 40-year-old woman was killed, and a 20-year-old woman has been left with serious injuries after being hit by a train in Ballisadare, Co. Sligo, yesterday evening. Catherine Gaffney, Broadcast Journalist at Ocean FM brought us the latest news from the accident this morning.
We hear about the legend that was Christy Dignam with Fiachna Ó Braonáin Musician from Hothouse Flowers & Broadcaster.
Former US President, Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 37 federal felony charges of mishandling classified documents in a federal court in Miami yesterday. Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Journal.ie Columnist – just how serious are these charges for President Trump?
Statements on the Impact of the Government's 5-year Policy for Rural Ireland will be heard in the Dial this afternoon. So does the future look bright or is rural Ireland in decline? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Independent TD for the Roscommon–Galway , Michael Fitzmaurice and Economist, Dan O’Brien.
“Please stop acting like 30-year-old women are old – it’s ridiculous” That was the view of Saoirse Hanley, Features Writer for the Irish Independent when 30-year-old Charlotte Sumner entered the Love Island villa on Monday
The cost of childcare by childminders may decrease by an average of €100 per month if care provided by childminders becomes eligible for the National Childcare Scheme. So found new research from the Economic and Social Research Institute. Dr Dora Tuda, Research Officer with the ESRI explained the findings.
Tara Mines in Co. Meath have announced that they will temporarily lay off 650 workers and pause operations Simon Coveney, Minister for Business, Enterprise & Innovation gave Shane his reaction this morning.
Residents in Sandymount have called for an end to the “endless stream” of campervans overstaying their welcome in Sandymount car parks David Turner, Chair of the Sandymount and Merrion Road Residents Association explained why he has made these calls.
There have been no significant improvements in the water quality of our rivers & lakes in 2022. So found 2022’s Water Quality report from the Environment Protection Agency. Mary Gurrie, Programme Manager at the EPA discussed the findings of the report with Shane this morning.
12-year-old Autism Activist, Cara Darmody sat the Leaving Cert Maths Paper six years ahead of her time to raise awareness & draw attention to the 20,000 people awaiting autism assessments in Ireland. Cara joined Ciara this morning on the show. https://www.gofundme.com/f/caras-extraordinary-maths-challenge?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter
The Government is set to approve measures to ensure that a windfall tax on energy companies is introduced before the Dáil's summer recess. Environment Minister Eamon Ryan is due to bring the proposal to Cabinet this morning in a bid to get around technical issues which have caused delays. With more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Edgar Morgenroth, Professor of Economics at DCU.
“We loved the Phillip Schofield drama because we enjoy watching people suffer” Those are the words of Martha Gill, Observer Columnist, and Political Journalist, and told us what inspired you to write about why we are drawn to violence.
Former US President Donald Trump will appear at a federal courthouse in Miami later today to be arraigned on 37 felony counts related to his alleged mishandling of classified documents. William Barr, the former US attorney general who served under Trump, has said the ex-president is "toast" if allegations he mishandled classified documents are proven to be true. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Matt Mayer, Former Senior Official in the US Department of Homeland Security currently exploring a run for governor of Ohio.
Plans for a new takeaway to open in Glanmire have stalled after an appeal was made over the number of fast-food outlets in the Cork town. Planning was granted for a Domino's Pizza to go ahead at a former Bank of Ireland building but an appeal has now been made to An Bord Pleanala. The Appellant states that around 20 percent of all businesses in the area are takeaway businesses and that a new outlet would also cause traffic issues. Our reporter Josh Crosbie has been to Glanmire to get some local reaction.
The Oireachtas Committee on Housing will hear today why Ireland is entering ‘a much more difficult phase’ of housing provision Hubert Fitzpatrick, Director General Designate of the Construction Industry Federation will tell the Oireachtas Housing Committee – why will you be bringing this warning to the committee today?
Retained firefighters around the country are beginning coordinated strike action this morning which will result in up to 50% of fire stations in the service closing. Speaking to Ciara on the show was Karan O Loughlin, SIPTU Public Administration, and Community Division Organiser.
The Dying with Dignity committee will have its first public sitting later this morning. Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae is chairing the committee and he explained to Shane what is on the agenda today.
The Australia and New Zealand Women's World Cup has already sold one million tickets, which kicks off next month. Making it the most attended women's sporting event ever. To celebrate, the FAI and the Australian and New Zealand Embassy put on The DDSL Girls World Cup Blitz. Henry McKean went along and asked about the rise of Irish women's sport. He started by chatting to Republic of Ireland coach Vera Pauw...
It’s Men’s Health Week, and lads across the country are being urged to become an ‘Action Man’ and follow expert tips to improve their health. Dr Mark Rowe is a Physician and Author of ‘The Vitality Mark’ and joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The Road Safety Authority have proposed noncompliance penalties for the firm operating the NCT contract. The operation has come under questioning recently as people have experienced extreme delays in getting their NCT. Transport Commentator, Conor Faughnan joined Ciara on the show this morning.
An increase in the number of university students commuting long distances means many are missing out on “huge” aspects of the college experience such as involvement in clubs, societies and social life, president of Technological University Dublin has said. Sai Gujulla, Students’ Union President for the University of Galway joined Ciara on the show this morning.
Over 5,000 offers of social housing were refused in the past two years, with a variety of reasons given, according to analysis by the Irish Independent. Reasons for offers being refused included houses being too small, lacking in garden or parking space, or being located too close to an ex-partner. Wayne Stanley, Executive Director, Simon Communities of Ireland joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The Standards in Public Office Commission has a toothless character. That’s according to People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy, who was speaking after the State’s ethics watchdog revealed it will not be investigating former junior minister Damien English over a 2008 planning application for his family home. Paul Murphy alongside Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senator and Seanad Spokesperson on Justice joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Approved housing bodies should be scrapped, and social and affordable housing should be put back in the hands of local authorities. So wrote Business Post Columnist John Walsh. John, really interesting piece, set out your stall: why is this a good idea? Business Post Columnist John Walsh joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Former SNP leader Nicola Sturgeon was arrested yesterday morning before being released without charge in the ongoing police investigation into the SNP’s finances. Catriona Stewart, Herald Columnist based in Scotland brought us the latest...
Two men have been charged over the murder and disappearance of Co Antrim woman Chloe Mitchell. David Young, Ireland Editor of the Press Association spoke to Ciara this morning.
Harry Styles will take to the stage at Slane tomorrow afternoon – where feather boas are set to be more uniform, than just a trend. Aoife Kealy, MET Eireann forecaster looked ahead to the weather over the weekend, and also speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Ali Ryan founder of Goss.ie to explain how big is ‘Harry Hysteria’.
A refurbishment programme being undertaken by the Department of Housing could see up to 6,000 Ukrainians housed by the end of 2024, the news comes as the government believe there is a risk that the number of refugees in Ireland will increase again this summer With more on this James Lawless, Dáil Justice Committee chairman
Smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to engulf US cities in a haze, disrupting flights, schools, and sports games. The quality of air has become so bad in the past few days that now, the city has some of the worst air pollution in the world. Journalist based in New York, Harriet Alexander explained how bad things are there currently.
Dealing with asylum accommodation was up for debate with Jonathan and Ciara this morning on the show.
Donald Trump, the first former president in US history to face criminal charges has now been indicted for the second time Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Journal.ie Columnist gave us the latest.
All religious images and artifacts have been removed from display at St Vincent’s Hospital after the religious Sisters of Charity’s shareholding was transferred to a charitable trust last year Michael Nugent, Chairperson of Atheist Ireland gave his reaction to this to Newstalk Breakfast.
According to the World Health Organization, breastfeeding for the first six months is highly recommended for infants. However, Ireland has one of the lowest breastfeeding rates compared to other high-income countries. Ciara spoke to Professor Louise Kenny, Executive Pro Vice-Chancellor at the University of Liverpool & Professor of Maternal and Foetal Health.
Ireland needs to increase efforts to conserve water says The Water Forum. Dr Matt Crowe, Chairperson of The National Water Forum joined Ciara this morning on the show to explain what they are calling for from Government.
A man armed with a knife attacked 4 children and 2 adults in the town of Annecy in the French Alps. John Lichfield, Veteran French Correspondent spoke to Jonathan this morning with an update on the attack.
Leaders of the PGA Tour should be “ashamed of their hypocrisy and greed” in agreeing on a deal with Saudi-backed LIV Golf, according to a group representing relatives of victims of 9/11. 15 of the 19 hijackers of 9/11 were Saudi Arabian. The 911 families united group sought to bring the Saudi Arabia government, which they claimed supported the terrorists, to judgment. A claim that Saudi Arabia has consistently denied. Terry Strada is the national chair of 9/11 Families United and gave her reaction to this news.
The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council yesterday urged the Government to stick to its national spending rule and not to be tempted by spending increases or tax cuts In reaction to this Minister for Finance, Michael McGrath joined Ciara this morning on the show.
Westmoreland no more – Westin hotel owners back down from renaming hotel after slavery link The plans to change the name of the Westin Hotel in Dublin city centre to the Westmoreland have been abandoned. The move comes after it was noted the originally planned name had ties to slavery. With more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Janet Horner, Green party councillor for North Inner City.
Households are set to get some relief from soaring grocery prices, as Tesco plan to slash the prices of around 700 products, pushing other supermarkets to review their prices Shane spoke to Charlie Weston, Personal Finances Editor with the Independent.
Wearing a bikini into middle age growing old gracefully or disgracefully? Justine O’Mahony, Columnist with the Independent believes it is the latter. Justine explained why to Ciara this morning.
The country's beaches have been a top destination with the good weather but today the attention is on the sea itself to mark World Oceans Day. Scientists, environmental groups, and communities are coming together to highlight the need to protect our waters and marine life. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been to the West coast of Ireland, to Co Galway, meeting with those who love the sea.
People Before Profit are campaigning around their National Minimum Wage Bill 2022, to end wage discrimination against young workers. The bill is to be debated in the Dáil next Wednesday. People Before Profit TD, Richard Boyd Barret explained what he is proposing.
Aiming to prolong her animal activism long after her death, Ingrid Newkirk, founder of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) has changed her will to gift a piece of her neck to King Charles, her leg to the Grand National & her heart to Elon Musk. Ingrid spoke to Newstalk breakfast this morning.
Marks & Spencers has become the latest big retail name to remove use-by-dates from fresh milk, in an attempt to reduce waste. Should this be extended to include more products on our supermarket shelves? Lyndsey O’Connor, Communications Director of Voice of Irish Concern for the Environment explained what she thought of this new incentive.
Over 30 flights to and from Dublin airport were cancelled yesterday due to the French air traffic controller strike. Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air and Travel Magazine explained how this has been affecting not only those flying in and out of France but also those flying over French airspace.
A record number of students will start their Leaving Cert and Junior Cert exams today, due to a demographic bulge among secondary school-aged people. Brian Mooney, Guidance Councillor & Irish Times Columnist spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on the big day for students and parents alike.
COVID'S impact on cancer diagnosis during the pandemic is continuing to become clear as new stats from the National Cancer Registry show there was a 6% shortfall in diagnosis in 2021. The figure was at 10% for 2020. To discuss further Shane was joined on the show by Professor Deirdre Murray, Director of the National Cancer Registry.
I think secondary school should run a month longer to ease the breakneck pace of our school year.” Those are the words of Jennifer Horgan, Columnist with The Irish Examiner who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Increasing tolls to the maximum rate in the midst of the cost of living crisis is scandalous – so says Sinn Féin TD & Spokesperson on Transport Martin Kenny who joined Shane this morning to discuss.
The Government needs to plan to manage our bumper corporate tax windfalls in order to keep the economy and public finances on track. That’s according to the government’s fiscal watchdog which has released its latest Stability Programme Update. With more on this Ciara was joined on the show by Sebastian Barnes Chairperson of The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council.
Back with a bang! Love Island returned to our screens last night.. Host and producer of Flop Culture podcast and self-confessed love island expert, Fionnuala Jones – gave us a run down of last night's episode.
Ryanair warns of potential for delays and cancellations across Europe as a result of a 36-hour strike by French air traffic controllers. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Joan Scales, Journalist & Travel Writer.
Prince Harry is going where other British royals haven’t for over a century, to a court room witness stand. He is set to testify in the first of his 5 pending legal cases largely centred around battles with the British tabloids. Speaking to Ciara with more on this was Enda Brady, London Journalist.
Gardaí were forced to evacuate Burrow Beach in Sutton, Dublin on Sunday evening, following a mass brawl that broke out between groups of teenagers. With the hot weather set to continue - what can be done to prevent anti-social behaviour on our beaches? With more on this we heard from Aodhan Ó Ríordáin, Labour justice spokesperson and TD for Dublin Bay North.
Liam Byrne, the leader of the Dublin-based drugs gang that ran the Kinahan cartel’s operations in Ireland, was arrested in Spain Sunday evening. Paul Williams, Biographer of Gerry “The Monk” Hutch and Special Correspondent with The Irish Independent spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
And so it begins.. Leaving Cert 2023 kicks off tomorrow! Let’s get some expert advice for parents and kids alike. Speaking to Ciara on the show was Betty Mc Loughlin Guidance counsellor and former president of the Institute of Guidance Counsellors.
Sun, storms, and drought conditions. What does the weather have in store for us in the coming days? Linda Hughes, Met Eireann Meteorologist – Uisce Eireann has urged to protect water supplies amid dry weather, what counties could be worst affected by drought conditions? Linda spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
It’s been a glorious few days of weather and of course the good weather does mean that barbecues across the country are being fired up. Households have splashed out a whopping 8 million euro on barbecues, beers, and burgers since the summer weather arrived. Dermot Moriarty, Communications Manager at Safefood gave us 6 tips for cooking safely on the Barbeque, what’s number 1?
‘Ireland is projected to fall well short of our climate targets, particularly in relation to Greenhouse Gas emissions, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Mary Frances Rochford, Environmental Protection Agency Programme Manager explained how much are we falling short.
All things considered: Tougher emissions cuts loom as new EPA report says climate actions fall ‘well short’ of target - Shane and Jonathan debate.
Most people in Britain would be either unbothered or pleased if Northern Ireland left the UK. So found a poll from YouGov published yesterday. Ben Lowry, Editor of the Belfast Newsletter, told Newstalk Breakfast what he makes of those findings.
The number of GP Training Places is to increase by 35% in 2024, and there is to be a large expansion in the Non-EU GP Training Programme over the coming years. That’s the announcement from Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly, who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
June is Acne Awareness Month! New research finds 2 in 5 people in Ireland have suffered from acne at some point in their lives. Speaking to Shane on the show was Citrine Healthcare Sales Director, Sarah O’Leary.
The demand for New Homes is up 114% nationally compared to this time last year. So finds a new report from Daft.ie and their Chief Commercial Officer, Adam Ferguson spoke to Jonathan this morning on the show.
One of Ireland's best-loved weather forecasters is retiring today. Evelyn Cusack has worked in Met Éireann for 42 years, presented TV forecasts for 30 of those years, and has most recently been the head of forecasting at the organisation. Evelyn joined us this morning on the show.
Doctors have been warned about prescribing the Ozempic diabetes drug to treat obesity. According to reports in the Irish Times, the guidance has been made by the Medical Council, the Department of Health, the HSE, Health Products Regulatory Authority and Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Prof Francis Finucane, consultant endocrinologist at University Hospital Galway, has more than 3,000 patients at his obesity clinic on Ozempic.
Dublin City Council has promised more bins and staff to tackle the litter issue on Grand Canal – after locals woke up last weekend with litter, pizza boxes, and beer scattered around the area. Mannix Flynn, Independent Dublin City Councillor painted a picture of last weekend for us.
Ireland should become the first country in Europe to ban the sale of tobacco to anyone aged under 21. That’s the call from the Tobacco 21 Alliance. Dr Emmet O’Brien is a Consultant respiratory physician in Beaumont Hospital and Chair of the Ash Ireland Council of the Irish Heart Foundation and a spokesperson for the alliance spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
‘Al Pacino isn’t too old to be a dad and age-gap relationships can work. Trust me, I know That is the title of an article written but Independent UK Journalist, Emma Flint, and Emma, explains why she wrote this article.
The number of Garda reservists has been deliberately allowed to fall to an all-time low. So said Michael McDowell, Senator, Former Tanaiste, and Minister for Justice, in the Seanad yesterday and Micheal spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The body of a young man has been recovered from Lough Derg in Co Clare following an incident involving a jet-ski. Páraic McMahon, Head of News & Sport at The Clare Echo, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast and explained what happened.
Business Editor Joe Lynam was joined by Jenny Melia, the head of Start ups with Enterprise Ireland to discuss food innovation.
'I wish I was normal like you' - a casual comment made by a particularly slim friend of Author and journalist Hadley Freeman, when she was just 14 years old. This would be the trigger that set Hadley down a long road, battling with an eating disorder. This story she details in her new book ‘GOOD GIRLS: A Story and Study of Anorexia’. Ciara spoke to Hadley Freeman on Newstalk Breakfast this morning...
Dublin shops are suffering a shortage of feather boas due to Harry Styles playing at Slane Castle next week. Sarah Collery, the manager at FunPlace.ie in Stephen’s Green and joined us on newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The number of people reporting good general health decreased from 87% in the last census in 2016 to 83% in 2022. Should we be concerned about this trend? Dr Brendan O'Shea is a Kildare GP & Assistant Professor in Public Health and Primary Care at Trinity College Dublin joined us on Newstalk Breakfast. Elsewhere, the Census data also reveals that over 70s are the biggest growing demographic in the country. So, must we make changes to adjust to the ageing population? David Robinson, consultant in geriatric medicine and member of the Mercer's Institute for Successful Ageing at St James Hospital also joined us on the show this morning.
From midnight tonight motorists can expect to see a jump in the cost of petrol and diesel as cuts to Government excise charges begin to reverse. Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor with The Sunday Independent spoke to Shane this morning.
Green Party Leader, Eamon Ryan continues to block plans to give gardaí powers to use facial recognition technology as part of new body camera legislation, the opposition party have stalled the body-cam bill since February. Liam Herrick. Executive Director of The Irish Council for Civil Liberties joined Shane Coleman on the show this morning.
The fabulous sunshine is set to continue into the bank holiday weekend. It got us thinking about unique ways to get out & enjoy the sunshine – and what better way than wild camping? Roisin Finlay, of Outsider Magazine joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
We heard a lot yesterday about declining religiosity, working from home numbers and housing. But what other figures emerged from the 2022 census that you might not have heard? Evelyn Mahon, Sociologist & Fellow of Trinity College Dublin joined Shane Coleman on the show this morning.
Fine Gael will allow their TDs to cast a free vote on the People Before Profit Private Members Bill this evening. The bill recommends 10 changes to current legislation and 60 operational changes in relation to termination services and laws including the required three-day waiting period to access a termination Brid Smith, People Before Profit TD spoke to Ciara this morning.
'AI should be used to call online abuse offside’ – those are the calls from Sarah Rowe, Soccer player for Bohemians F.C and AFL player with Collingwood Football Club, Melbourne who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Internal documents reveal that a €200m budget is needed to cull 65,000 cows every year for three years to meet climate goals. Pat McCormack, President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association joined Ciara Kelly on the show this morning.
St. Vincent de Paul has published a new report today that shows that families' finances are greatly impacted by school “voluntary” charges. 87% of parents have had to cut back in order to pay for it. Paul Crone, Director of The National Association of Principals and Deputies and Jen Hogan, author, journalist with the Irish Times and Mum of seven spoke to Shane Coleman this morning on the show.
“I polled men on how female bodies worked — the results were shocking” - That’s the title of an Irish Independent article written by Screenwriter and Host of the BASICALLY Podcast, Stefanie Preissner who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
‘Ireland is lagging behind other countries in facilitating a potentially lucrative growth in remote working.’ That is the view of John Riordan, Chairman of Grow Remote who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Joint Committee on Environment and Climate Action will meet this morning to discuss Ireland’s future in relation to liquified natural gas and oil prospecting. Barry McMullin, from the faculty of engineering and computing at DCU joined Shane Coleman on the show this morning.
A man killed in a workplace explosion in Co Donegal has been named locally as 43-year-old Stephen Montgomery. Stephen Maguire Editor of Donegal Daily brought us the latest on Newstalk Breakfast.
ITV’s This Morning will air as normal despite the ongoing controversy surrounding the programme after Phillip Schofield admitted to having an affair with a younger colleague. Daniel Bird, Assistant Showbiz Editor of the Daily Mirror UK brought us an update on the controversy.
As the summer approaches, parents are being urged to talk to their teenagers and young children about the dangers of participating in social media “pranks”. Some individuals who have gone “viral” with their social posts have subsequently run into trouble with the authorities and, in some instances, ended up in hospital. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brought us more on this.
The sale of vaping products to people under the age of 18 will be banned by this summer under plans due to be approved by Cabinet this week. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Chris Luke, a retired Consultant in Emergency Medicine and columnist with the Irish Medical Times.
“It’s time to redraw our county boundaries – politics and the GAA will thank us” Those are the words of Associate Professor of Politics at DCU, Dr Eoin O'Malley who explain what he meant to Shane this morning.
Three-quarters of people across the country think Ireland is taking in too many refugees. So found the latest Business Post/Red C poll. So does the government need to change tack when it comes to its asylum-seeker policy and communications? To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Clare and Jennifer Whitmore, Social Democrats TD for Wicklow & Spokesperson for the Environment.
The country experienced a taste of Summer over the weekend with BBQs and trips to the beach. Met Eireann is forecasting sunny weather for the rest of the week and the festival season has also kicked off. Our reporter Josh Crosbie was out and about with those relishing the sunshine at beaches in Wicklow and Wexford.
Lifetime bans will be handed down to the section of fans who sang vile chants about at Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley’s son, who is battling Leukaemia. Owner of Cork City FC, Dermot Usher joined Ciara on the show to give his reaction when he heard about this incident that occurred last Friday evening.
A serious shortage of medicines, including a life-saving breast cancer drug, is the “highest it has ever been”, say industry experts across Ireland who have sounded the alarm over a “frightening” lack of critical supplies. Speaking to Shane was Sheena Mitchell, Pharmacist and Host of the WonderCare podcast and he asked how have things gotten to this point.
Dolly Parton and Dollywood lend their support to Listowel’s upcoming World Record attempt called – Dolly Day! Cora O’Brien, the Chairperson of the DollyDay organising committee told us about Dolly Day?
Over 40,000 households and businesses were left with low water pressure – or no water supply due to a major outage yesterday evening. Margaret Attridge, Head of Water Operations at Uisce Eireann spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has said that organised criminals, along with far-right figures, are playing a role in recent anti-immigrant protests. The commissioner also denied members were taking a “softly, softly” approach to law-breaking protesters. Tony Gallagher, Risk, security, and event manager with Ashtree risk group, Former Garda inspector joined Shane this morning on the show to discuss.
As summer rolls in and schools wind to a close - parents may find themselves in need of extra support when it comes to looking after the kids. And who better to mind our children than their grandparents Should they ever be paid for their selfless dedication? Speaking to Shane with more on this was Anne Atkins, English novelist, writer and broadcaster.
"Former Late Late Show presenter & Newstalk's own Pat Kenny looks back on the legacy of Ryan Tubridy in the role ahead of his final show"
All Things Considered: Grandparents babysitting the grandkids, all up for discussion with Ciara and Shane this morning.
Shortage of hotel accommodation is leading to a decline in attendance at concerts and events across the country. That’s the warning from The Music and Entertainment Association of Ireland, whose spokeswoman Rebecca Cappuccini joined Ciara this morning on the show.
Police yesterday evening wrapped up the latest search effort in the 16-year hunt for the missing Madeleine McCann With an update on the search, Ciara spoke to Kate Connolly, Berlin Correspondent for the Guardian and Observer.
Just 45% of hospital cleaners and caterers have received the Pandemic Special Recognition payment that is according to Fine Gael Senator, Aisling Dolan. Teresa Hannick, Services Divisional Organiser with SIPTU the union representing these workers spoke to Shane this morning with more on this.
“Simply the best” - words that aptly describe legendary rock’n’roll singer, Tina Turner, who has passed away at the age of 83 after a long illness. Jeanne Wolfe, Hollywood Journalist had the pleasure of interviewing Tina, and Jeanne gave us her reaction to this sad news.
Health insurance policyholders with Irish Life can expect to see a 5% jump in premiums from the start of July. It comes after the insurance provider increased costs by 4.5% in January... Dermot Goode of Total Health Cover which is a Lockton company joined us this morning on the show.
Meta has announced a cut of about 500 jobs – in the latest round of tech layoffs Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Minister for Business, Enterprise, and Innovation, Simon Coveney and asked how concerned he was that a bell weather tech giant like Meta has now shed a third of its workforce in Ireland.
Solving the hospital waiting list crisis was what Shane and Ciara debated this morning.
The national minimum wage should be increased in January 2024 by €2 to €13.30 - those are the calls from The Irish Congress of Trade Unions Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Eoin Reidy, General Secretary of The Irish Congress of Trade Unions & Karl Deeter, Financial Advisor, and Analyst.
The Government has given the commitment to examine the funding of private assessments for children with special needs who are waiting to be seen by specialists. Mark Darmody and his 12-year-old daughter Cara have been campaigning on behalf of his two sons. Mark spoke to Shane this morning.
The Dublin Airport Authority announced yesterday that both short-term & long-term car parks are sold out in the coming days and have advised passengers to find alternative routes to the airport. Emer Currie, Fine Gael Senator has called on the Minister for Transport to meet with the DAA and she explained why to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The government should consider giving Gardaí powers to arrest anyone illegally evicting a tenant without a warrant. So wrote an official at the Residential Tenancies Board in a letter to the Department of Housing last year. But is this something we should consider? Speaking to Ciara this morning was Eoin O’Broin, Sinn Fein’s spokesperson on housing.
A commemoration ceremony to mark the centenary of the end of the Civil War will take place this Sunday in the Garden of Remembrance. Ronan McGreevy Irish Times Journalist, Historian, and Author of the book “Great Hatred: The Assassination of Field Marshal Sir Henry Wilson MP joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is set to announce his presidential bid today during an event hosted on Twitter Spaces with Twitter CEO, Elon Musk With more on this Ciara spoke to Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Journal.ie Columnist.
France yesterday officially banned domestic flights on short routes that can be covered by train in less than two-and-a-half hours - a move aimed at reducing airline emissions. Could Ireland be next? We heard from John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist, and Commentator.
All Things Considered: Housing refugees" was the discussion point this morning with Ciara and Shane.
Many of you will be making plans and packing bags for your summer holidays, but how many of you will be staying in B & Bs? The once popular choice of accommodation for a staycation in Ireland is now competing with short-term rentals. We sent our reporter, Josh Crosbie, to visit a few B&Bs to see how they are doing this tourist season.
Sinn Fein Leader, Mary Lou McDonald has asked the government to go beyond cosy chats to lower spiralling food costs and lower electricity costs for consumers. To discuss further Ciara was joined on the show by Lisa Chambers, Leader of Seanad Éireann & Fianna Fáil Foreign Affairs & EU spokesperson, and also Jennifer Whitmore, Social Democrats TD for Wicklow and Spokesperson for Climate and Energy.
The lost generation of covid teens needs our support” That’s the call from Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist Colman Noctor who spoke to Shane this morning.
Anti-blood sport campaigners have rejected the results of a new study by the National Parks and Wildlife Service. The study concluded that hares do not experience a greater risk of death after they have been used in coursing meets. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast wasAideen Yourell, Spokesperson for the Irish Council Against Blood Sports and Cork County Councillor Eileen Lynch.
It was announced yesterday that over 300 asylum seekers are set to be housed in a repurposed office block in Galway. Tom Phillips, Managing Director of Tom Phillips and Associates and Adjunct Associate Professor of Architecture and Planning at UCD spoke to Ciara this morning and was if he feels is this is the right move in providing necessary housing?
The start of this month marked the 16th Anniversary since Madeleine McCann disappeared. And today Police searching for her are conducting a major search of a remote reservoir in Portugal. Kate Connolly Berlin Correspondent for the Guardian explained what was happening today.
Earth appears to be entering its sixth mass extinction period, brought about entirely by humans, as almost 50% of Earth’s species are ‘now in decline’. That’s according to a new study by Queen’s University Belfast. Speaking to Shane with reaction to this study's findings was Eanna Ni Lamhna, Wildlife expert.
Richard Bourke was sentenced to 14 years in prison for the manslaughter of Jasmine McMonagle, he was found guilty of manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility Dr Catherine O’Sullivan, Expert in Criminal Law and Criminology at UCC explained why this verdict was reached, and what constitutes diminished responsibility?
Leave the mixing to the DJ when it comes to drug taking” That’s the message from the HSE as they launch a new campaign aimed at reducing drug-related harm at gigs in the coming months. More festivals will have drug surrender bins which allow people to give up substances to be tested to warn others. Speaking to Shane this morning was Nicole Ryan, Founder of Alex’s Adventure and pre-accredited addiction counsellor.
Do we need a more secular society, all up for discussion with Shane and Ciara this morning.
The long running Apple Tax saga hits its latest twist as the case goes before the Court of Justice of the European Union. The European Commission is appealing the 2020 decision from the EU's General Court overturning the decision from 2016 which found that Apple had underpaid €13.1 billion in tax due to Ireland between 2003 and 2014. The tax remains in an escrow account. With more on this, we heard from Robert Sweeney, Head of Policy at TASC, the Independent Think-Tank.
“Want to hold high office? You have to swear an oath to God regardless of what you believe... The act of swearing an insincere oath flies in the face of the integrity of the office being assumed.” Those are the words of humanist and funeral celebrant, Brian Whiteside who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning and we asked should religious oaths be removed from the constitution.
Taxi drivers must be incentivised to work evenings and nights. That’s the view of Fine Gael TD Emer Higgins who said it’s just one of the moves needed to solve our taxi number crisis, For more on this, Shane spoke to Jim Waldron, Spokesperson for the National Private Hire and Taxi Association.
Minister Simon Harris will seek Cabinet approval for increased sentences for assaults causing harm to Gardaí and emergency service workers today Ciara asked Brendan O’Connor, President of the Garda Representatives Association does he welcome this.
Gone are the days of massive phone bills when you travel abroad, if you’re within the EU – but if you’re heading away this summer, you may want to read the fine print of your contract to ensure you don’t get stung! Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brings us the details.
83% of Irish teenagers have their phones in their bedrooms at night. That’s according to new research from Planet Youth which suggests that a lack of sleep is one of the biggest preventable health problems that teens are facing. We asked Lucy Wolfe, Sleep consultant, and author, how concerned should we be by these findings.
“The State needs to turn away from its reliance on the private sector and instead invest public finances in providing desperately needed housing” That is the view of Dr Lorcan Sirr, Senior Lecturer in Housing, Planning and Development at the Technological University Dublin and Lorcan explained to Newstalk Breakfast what needs to change now.
“As the costs of Ireland’s climate change and migration policies charge sharply into focus, traditionally agrarian areas are feeling the biggest initial shock. And therein lies a dangerous Dutch warning for the future of Fine Gael in rural Ireland.” Those were the words of Dr. Eoin Drea in The Irish Times. Have current government policies left rural areas feeling disconnected and forgotten? Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for County Kerry & Shane Ross, Former Transport minister, Journalist, and Author joined Shane to discuss.
Today Minister Stephen Donnelly is signing in Ireland becoming the first country in the world to have health labelling on alcohol products. Minister Donnelly told Ciara on Newstalk Breakfast how it will all work.
The price of baby formula products is going up and up, and many families are struggling with this, on top of inflation across the board. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie has been looking into some of the price increases and he reported the findings to us this morning.
“Assurances are required from Transport Minister Eamon Ryan and the Dublin Airport Authority that anti-drone technology will be deployed ahead of the busy Summer tourist season” That’s the call from Fine Gael Dublin South West TD Colm Brophy who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
As thousands of students approach the end of secondary school, we speak to one mother who decided to put down in writing what it means to her. Una Clifford, Mother & Owner of HR Nua, wrote a very poignant letter to your son Sean in The Irish Times and Una joined Shane this morning on the show.
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris confirmed this week that he has the personnel and resources to police the country’s ongoing anti-refugee protests. Antoinette Cunningham, General Secretary of the Association of Garda Sergeants & Inspectors – Is this the case?
Labour Leader and Climate Spokesperson, Ivana Bacik haas called for a tax on SUVs and she explained to Shane why she is calling for this. In reaction to this, we hear from Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor at the Sunday Independent.
Voluntary Contributions, Leaving Cert date, the new sex education curriculum, and the Irish Language Shane was joined this morning by Minister for Education, Norma Foley to discuss these matters.
Meeting with Clare protesters was the discussion point Shane wanted listeners view on this morning.
Minister of State at the Department of Equality, Joe O’Brien, met a delegation of residents last night in Clare over the ongoing protests over the use of a hotel for refugee accommodation. Fianna Fail Senator Timmy Dooley spoke to Shane. While Clondalkin also prepares for a new asylum centre we speak to Gino Kenny, People Before Profit TD for Clondalkin after a small group of people were protesting last night.
Lower Jobseeker's Allowance rates for those under 25s should be abolished. That’s the call from Green Party Justice Spokesperson Patrick Costello who spoke to Shane this morning.
Alan Titchmarsh, the TV gardener, has urged judges at the Chelsea Garden Show to stop “pandering” to rewilding and celebrate gardening. Titchmarsh has also criticised the increasing trend of rewilding gardens stating, “all good wildlife gardens are managed.” For reaction to this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Monica Alvarez, judge on RTÉ’s Supergarden.
Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheál Martin questioned whether the Triple Lock Mechanism is fit for purpose in a speech to the Dáil yesterday in relation to the new consultative forum on international security policy Matt Carthy, Sinn Féin TD spoke to Shane this morning and was asked if he feels Ireland’s neutrality status should be put to the public through a referendum.
People hoping to secure last-minute hotel rooms in Dublin city centre in advance of major rugby and boxing events this weekend will be expected to pay about €400 for a night’s stay. Niall O’Callaghan, Local Killarney councilor and hotelier spoke to Newstalk Breakfast and was asked are these Dublin prices ruining the international reputation of Irish hotels across the board.
Asylum seekers are to be moved into three centres in Santry, Dún Laoghaire and Clondalkin in the coming weeks. It was announced last night that the Government is to place people who have arrived in the country at industrial premises, a former college, and a converted office building. For more on this, we spoke to Dessie Ellis, Sinn Fein TD for Dublin North-West Lucky Khambule, Co-founder of the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland.
A 14-year-old boy was violently assaulted by his peers in Navan, he was later treated at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital for facial injuries, a mild concussion, and broken teeth. Reaction to this incident was Professor James O’Higgins Norman, Director of the Anti-Bullying Centre at DCU.
All Things Considered: Violence In Schools was the discussion point with Shane and Johnathan this morning.
Recommendations made by a Firearms Expert Committee on gun licensing have been described as “an attempt to pander to the woke, anti-rural brigade”. Jim Codd, Aoutú Councillor in Wexford gave his reaction.
Over 1,000 complaints about anti-social behaviour on Luas services were made by members of the public last year. It represents a 27% increase on 2021 and is the second-highest number in the past decade. With reaction to these findings Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Independent Dublin City Councillor, Noeleen Reilly.
Voters in Northern Ireland are set to go to the polls today as 462 council seats will be contested in the local government elections. could the DUP be set to lose its place as the largest party on local councils in the North? To discuss this further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Amanda Ferguson, Belfast-based Journalist.
Today People Before Profit will move a bill in the Dáil to ban private jets from Irish Airspace, as Greenpeace made calls for the ban to tackle rising carbon emissions. To debate this move was Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD, and also Keith Mills, Current Affairs Commentator.
It’s National Bike Week! A week which celebrates and promotes of the benefits of cycling, with events taking place across the country. But how do we get more people in Ireland to cycle to work and school, not just this week but all year round? Dr Niall Moyna, Professor of Clinical Exercise Physiologist at DCU spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
The compost bin, I’m finding it hard to love. I hate it. I hate the process, the mess, and most of all, the smell. So, I’m sorry, I’m out.” Those are the words of Irish Independent Columnist and Host of the Home Show on Newstalk, Sinead Ryan.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said his worst fear is that the AI field could “cause significant harm to the world”, saying it could upend the economy, democratic institutions, and key social values Jessica Cecil, Former Chief of Staff at the BBC & Founder of the Trusted News Initiative gave her reaction to this.
All Things Considered: Ireland's Asylum Protests was our discussion point this morning with Shane and Johnathan.
Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sanchez wants to introduce €2 cinema tickets to the over 65s, to encourage the elderly to combat “a sedentary lifestyle” and encourage socialising. Marian Harkin, Independent TD for Sligo - Leitrim, North Roscommon, and South Donegal spoke to Jonathan this morning and ask would he like to see the government introduce subsidised activities of this nature here.
34 Asylum seekers who were moved into Magowna House in Clare on Monday night were met with protests and blockades, just days after asylum seekers’ tents were set alight in Dublin on Saturday What needs to be done now in relation to anti-asylum protests & accommodation shortages? Speaking to Shane this morning was Gary Gannon, Social Democrat TD for Dublin Central, and Senator Mary Fitzpatrick, Fianna Fail’s Spokesperson on Housing, Local Government, and Heritage.
The Irish Heritage Trust will later today unveil its 10-year strategy which aims to secure the future sustainability of Ireland’s built and natural heritage. But do we value our heritage enough in this country? Speaking to Shane this morning was Virginia Teehan, CEO of the Heritage Council.
Labour TD Alan Kelly has urged the Government to “look into” the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission, labelling plans to prosecute a member for doing “his duty” as “outrageous”. Alan Kelly spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Now last night Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said engagement and not blockades were needed after locals in Co Clare protested yesterday at the arrival of thirty-four asylum seekers at a hotel in Inch just outside Ennis. Newstalk’s Chief Reporter Barry Whyte was at the Magowna House Hotel and gave us an update on the situation there.
A new feature on WhatsApp will allow users be able to lock and hide private conversations. Elaine Burke, host of the “For Tech's Sake” podcast, explained what exactly is this new feature.
We discuss the Government's plans to restrict cars in public sector offices with Sadhbh O’Neill, coordinator of the Stop Climate Chaos Coalition.
Ministers are to meet with senior gardaí this week to discuss the policing of anti-migrant protests. It comes after Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said the Government will work with Gardai to make sure that those responsible for the attacks over the weekend are detected and held to account. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Jim O’Callaghan, Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Bay South & Spokesperson on Justice and also Brendan O'Connor, President of the Garda Representative Association.
Up for discussion this morning between Shane and Jonathan this morning, do we need to curb the amount of cars to the office?
ix in ten workers would like to retire at 60 or before and one in five would retire at the age of 50 if they could afford to. That’s according to a new survey by Royal London Ireland. We asked Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic and Columnist with the Irish Examiner what she made of these stats?
Minister Paschal Donohoe has privately warned that the delivery of the state’s €165 billion of infrastructure this decade is “at serious risk” and said that new solutions must be found urgently. So reported the Business Post on Sunday. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast wasDr Francis Ruane, Chair of the state’s National Competitiveness and Productivity Council, and we asked how concerning is this.
Pest Experts, Rentokil have warned of a threat of rodents as they have recorded a 65% increase in callouts for rodents in the first quarter of this year compared to the same period last year. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Colm Moore is the Area Technical Manager for Rentokil.
Today the Ombudsman for Children’s Office published their annual report for 2022 titled “Falling Behind”. The report indicates that Ireland is falling behind on children’s rights in a number of areas from education to mental health. Dr Niall Muldoon, Ombudsman for Children explained what was are the most concerning findings from the report.
The Digital Poverty Alliance in the UK has criticised Vodafone’s decision to turn off its 3G network, saying it will have “detrimental effects” on those who use older devices. The 3G network is also being phased out here in Ireland - so should we be worried? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kell.
Parents of children from St Kevins primary school in Greystones have signed up to a code, to hold off on buying their children a smartphone. Alex Cooney, CEO of CyberSafeKids spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A damning report from daft.ie this morning shows growing alarm for renters in the capital. Speaking to Shane this morning on the findings of this report was Ronan Lyons, Associate Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin.
Children and parents across the country are being encouraged to walk to school this week. The five-day challenge aims to increase exercise for students and motivate a healthier lifestyle throughout school communities. Our reporter Josh Crosbie visited a school in Kerry to talk with children, parents and staff about Walk to School Week.
Longer operating hours for speed cameras, a new driving test and alco-locks for truck and bus drivers are going to be rolled out to halt the rise in road deaths. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Jack Chambers, Minister of State with special responsibilities for Road Safety.
The average age that our children are exposed to porn is 13. The largest, most visited site, Pornhub does not require age verification – so what are our children seeing? Speaking to Shane to discuss was Helen Rumbelow Feature Writer with The Times.
Shane and Ciara discussed the campaign to recruit male primary teachers to join the education sector.
The Citizens’ Assembly on Drugs Use will hold its second meeting this weekend in Dublin Castle. Speaking ahead of the meeting was Paul Reid is Chair of the Citizen's Assembly on Drugs and former HSE CEO.
Mary Immaculate College has launched a campaign to encourage males to “inspire the next generation and choose primary teaching”, as currently, men make up just 20% of primary level teachers in Ireland - according to official Department of Education statistics Paddy Lavelle, General Secretary of Education and Training Boards Ireland explained why is it important that more males take up this role.
‘Irish women’s obsession with fake tan is problematic’ - that is the title of an article from the Irish Times, published yesterday, that has caused quite a stir online. Joy Tendai Kangere Irish Independent Columnist spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
The regulations for the Defective Concrete Block scheme should be up and running “in the next number of weeks” So said the Finance Minister Michael McGrath in the Dáil yesterday. The new 10% levy on concrete blocks was brought in as part of the Mica Redress Scheme and is expected to raise 80 million euros annually. Tom Parlon Director General at Construction Industry Federation spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Dublin Bus is set to axe its app this month in a huge change that will affect thousands of commuters. Feljin Jose, Chairperson of the Dublin Commuter Coalition, gave his reaction to this news.
One in six people is now waiting over 3 months for a dental appointment. That’s according to a new survey from the Irish Dental Association, whose CEO Fintan Hourihan joined Shane to explain the findings of this survey.
Four in five bathing sites across the country have 'excellent’ water quality while 97% meet the minimum standard. So found the new Bathing Water Quality in Ireland report from the Environmental Protection Agency. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Mary Gurrie Programme Manager at the EPA.
Mexican Student Alfredo Gallegos and his girlfriend Karen Perez were off on their holiday to Germany last month when they were subjected to a horrific attack on the way to the airport. Alfredo spoke to Shane this morning on his horrific experience.
Evan Cullen, the outgoing president of the Irish Airline Pilot’s Association has said a third terminal is needed at Dublin Airport and should be operated independently of the DAA. Padraig O Ceidigh, Former Senator, Founder of Aer Lingus Regional & Former Chair of Shannon Airport Group – do we need a third terminal?
Government not considering placing price caps on groceries. However, food retailers have provided assurances that consumers will benefit from reduced prices in situations where input costs have lowered, according to junior minister with responsibility for retail Neale Richmond. Sinn Fein's Spokesperson on Enterprise, Trade & Employment, Louise O’Reilly and President of the Irish Farmer's Association, Tim Cullinane spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with Ciara and Shane.
Members of Cork County Council have agreed to write to the Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan asking him to instruct Applus to apply for a two-year National Car Testing certificate for vehicles that pass the test regardless of the year of the vehicle. With more on this Shane was joined on the show by Independent Cllr John Healy – who put forward this motion and also Motoring Editor with the Sunday Independent, Geraldine Herbert.
Fine Gael TDs and senators have called for an increase in what has been described as “embarrassing” legal aid fees paid to barristers and solicitors. Fine Gael Senator and Criminal Barrister, Barry Ward explained to us the extent of the issue.
A quarter of older renters expect to remain in the private rental sector for life, as they felt no other accommodation options were available to them. That’s according to new research report by charities Threshold and ALONE. Sean Moynihan, CEO of Alone told us more about the findings of this report.
Do you leave people’s texts on read? “In the digital age of communications etiquette it is apparently the most offensive thing you can do. It’s a passive aggressive sign of rejection and is mean and insensitive” So says Justine O’Mahony, Columnist with The Irish Independent who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Last night Ireland didn’t make it out of the group in the first semi final in Eurovision in Liverpool. Newstalk's Henry McKean spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about what the reaction was like on the ground.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said he is “very concerned” at the number of people in arrears on their gas bills and called on suppliers to lower their prices. It comes as figures revealed almost a quarter of all household gas customers have been in arrears in paying their bills this year. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Niall Farrell, Energy Economist at the ESRI.
How to Government plan to hit our housing targets, Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Is it possible to love your children but still regret becoming a parent? A recent study from Poland found that as many as 1 in 10 parents expressed regret at their decision. To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Dr Ann-Marie Creavenof University of Limerick’s Department of Psychology.
A New York jury has found former President Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing writer E. Jean Carroll in a Manhattan department store in the 1990s, but not liable for her alleged rape. The jury awarded her $5 million in damages for her battery and defamation claims. Newstalk Breakfast spoke to US Economist and economic adviser to Donald Trump Stephen Moore who gave us his reaction to the conviction.
Over 7,000 people have signed a petition in less than 24 hours, calling on the State Examinations Commission to introduce extra time for dyslexic students in Junior Cycle and Leaving Cert exams. Rosie Bissett, CEO of Dyslexia Association of Ireland explained why is the introduction of extra time so important?
Problems and underfunding in our planning system will cause Ireland to miss its climate targets. That was the warning in a letter from the Climate Change Advisory Council to the three leaders in government. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Marie Donnelly is the Council’s Chair.
Tonight is the night that Ireland’s Eurovision entry – Wild Youth will battle it out against 14 other nations in the first of two Eurovision Semi-Final contests this week, with the final to be held this Thursday. Is Eurovision still cool or does anyone care anymore? We asked Radio and TV Presenter & Host of the Junior Eurovision on TG4, Louise Cantillon.
Gardaí are investigating a violent attack on a prison officer by an inmate who tried to escape during a medical escort in Dublin yesterday morning. Tony Power, President of the Prison Officers’ Association joined Ciara on the show with a reaction to the incident.
“Proposed Sale of Alcohol Bill could come at ‘enormous’ cost to Irish society” That’s the stark warning from an international expert in a new report published today. Professor Tom Babor author of this report talked us through some of the key findings.
Today, Minister for Finance Micheal McGrath is set to bring a paper to Cabinet outlining his plans for “future-proofing” public finances over the coming years, with a surplus of 65bn euro over the next three years. We asked John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin - how could we best use this money.
On yesterday’s show, we heard from Minister Neale Richmond who was convening a meeting of supermarket representatives this Wednesday in an attempt to tackle high food prices. However, our guest says, “attempts to ‘price shame’ restaurants are hypocritical and ridiculous” while we also “do not value food enough in Ireland to pay an adequate price for it.” JP McMahon Galway Chef and Restaurateur spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Fewer than half of the weddings that took place in Ireland last year were in a Catholic church. New figures from the CSO show 42% or 9,376 weddings were Roman Catholic in 2022. In total, there were 22,555 opposite-sex marriages, 305 male same-sex marriages and 313 female same-sex marriages. Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie has been looking into the growing popularity of civil ceremonies.
Dublin City Council has confirmed the 12-hour daily ‘bus gate’ that was in place is to be extended to 24 hours a day. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Claire Byrne Green Party Councillor for Dublin Southeast Inner City.
It appears Ireland has retained its status of being a giving nation as new stats show Nine out of 10 Irish adults donated to charity last year. That’s according to new research out from the Charities Regulator and Helen Martin is their Chief Executive spoke on Newstalk Breakfast this morning. and joins us...
And just one in five women in Ireland is confident of noticing a symptom of Ovarian Cancer according to new research commissioned by the Irish Network for Gynaecological Oncology. Ovarian cancer patient, Deirdre O’Raw explained to us how she first got diagnosed.
Netflix is continuing to roll out an update that will see a crackdown on password sharing. The new rules were enforced in Spain earlier this year, which led to more than 1 million customers giving up their accounts. But how does the clampdown work and will there be ways around it? Newstalk Technology Correspondent has all the details.
The economy will take a €1.1bn hit because of a lack of hotel accommodation this summer. So warned a secret Government presented to ministers in recent days, according to the Irish Independent this morning. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Eoghan O’Mara Walsh Chief Executive at Irish Tourism Industry Confederation.
GAA Go’ is creating 'invisible barrier' for older fans according to Age Action. The ‘GAA Go’ platform has come in for criticism as 38 games will not be shown on RTÉ this year and will only be available to view on the streaming service, which requires payment. To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Nat O’Connor, Policy Specialist with Age Action and also Liam O’Neill, former GAA President.
Representatives of the country's major supermarkets are to gather for a special meeting of the Retail Forum this coming Wednesday. The meeting has been called over concerns about the hike in food prices. The Minister Of State with responsibility for retail business Neale Richmond has called the meeting and joined Shane this morning on the show.
Concerns raised as Russian warships spotted off the Irish coast Ciara and Shane raise the question is it time to reconsider our neutrality.
The Irish Heart Foundation are calling for a higher sugar tax on energy drinks. Speaking to Shane this morning was Donal O'Shea, HSE Lead for Obesity.
Householders coming off fixed rates mortgages could be overpaying almost €16,000 in the next three years on the average mortgage if they do not make the right choice about their next move. That’s the warning from doddl.ie latest Mortgage Index. Speaking to Newstalks Breakfast this morning was Martina Hennessy managing director of Doddl.ie.
Concerns have been raised after Russian warships and auxiliary vessels gathered off the coast of Ireland last week. Their presence triggered a surveillance operation involving the Irish Naval Service and the UK’s Royal Navy. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Declan Power is a Security and Defense Analyst and a columnist with the Sunday Times who had the story in the paper yesterday.
Will you be watching the Coronation of King Charles III this weekend? Many of us will be but why does the fascination with the Royals endure in the Republic? Sarah Madden reports.
Bruce Springsteen finally hits the stage tonight in the RDS for the first of 3 gigs in the coming days. Tom McCormack, organiser of the Springsteen fans for the Dublin Concerts spoke to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of the concert this evening.
Ireland is likely to experience cooling arising from the sustained weakening of the Gulf Stream, unlike many parts of the world enduring rising temperatures due to climate change according to a new report published by the Marine Institute. Dr. Gerard McCarthy of the ICARUS climate research unit in the department of geography at Maynooth University and report co-author broke down the findings of this report.
Ciara will tell us about her experience getting scammed also joining Ciara was Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly.
Professional cycling star Imogen Cotter has launched a new safety campaign with the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and Skoda Ireland, after suffering serious injuries in near-fatal road crash in Spain. Imogen spoke to Shane about her accident and also all the details on the new safety campaign.
All things considered: The race for the Late Late Show, who will be? Shane and Ciara discuss.
Mortgage interest relief will be considered as part of Budget 2024 – Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said. His statement followed another rate hike from the European Central Bank yesterday. But would such a move make sense? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast David Hall co-founder of the Irish Mortgage Holders Association and also John Moran is Chair of Grid Finance, a former board member of EIB, and former Surgeon General of the Department of Finance.
Dublin Airport car park charges will “hit people where it hurts” this summer, according to Fine Gael Senator, Emer Currie. Emer explained what she meant by this, and also joining the discussion on parking charges was Graeme McQueen media relations officer with the DAA
Voting for councillors and mayors took place across England yesterday in the biggest round of local elections since 2019, with the results due to be announced this evening. Former UK Government Special Advisor, Lauren McEvatt told Shane what do we know so far.
A study that will be presented to government to today has found that building homes in Dublin costs up to 30% more than in Europe due to higher labour costs and added features. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this was Hugh Wallace, Director at Douglas Wallace Architects.
Have you ever got a notification on your phone about your screen time for the day and been disgusted with what you saw? Well, this week is ‘Screen Free Week’, a week where we are all encouraged to stop scrolling, put down the phone and engage in the real world. Leslie Shoemaker, Counselling Psychologist and Lecturer at TU Dublin spoke to Ciara this morning on the show about 'Screen Free Week'.
Dublin has ranked the worst capital in Europe for public transport tickets according to new research from Green Peace. With reaction to this research findings was Green Peace Spokesperson John Hyland.
Religious faith formation should be removed from the curriculum in State-funded schools and instead, be offered on an opt-in basis outside core hours. That’s the call from David Graham, Communications Officer with Education Equality and David spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
RTE One is devoting four hours of televised coverage of King Charles’ coronation in London. We asked Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD, if are they wrong to do so?
Kyiv was among a number of Ukraine cities experiencing air strikes last night which comes in the wake of an alleged assassination attempt on Russian president, Vladimir Putin, with a drone strike on the Kremlin yesterday. Speaking to Shane this morning was Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
Former US President Donald Trump landed in Ireland yesterday evening and spent the night at the Trump International Golf Links & Hotel in Doonbeg. Jack Horgan Jones, Political Reporter for The Irish Times, told Newstalk Breakfast what he expected to do today.
The Committee on Social Protection will today recommend that teenagers as young as 16 should automatically start saving for a pension, while they discuss plans to enforce an auto-enrolment pension scheme. Dr Laura Bambrick, Social Policy Officer Irish Congress Of Trade Unions told Newstalk Breakfast what she thought of this recommendation.
Former Us President Donald Trump is to touch down in Ireland today to visit his luxury hotel and golf resort in Doonbeg, Co Clare. Rita McInerney, Owner of Mcinerney's Shop Doonbeg told us what’s the atmosphere like in Doonbeg this morning. Liam Ryan, Public Relations Officer of the Coastal Protection Group – you're delighted to see the owner of the business coming over?
Continuing to honour a fanatical racist gives good clubs a bad name. So wrote Fintan O’Toole in yesterday’s Irish Times, where he asked GAA clubs named for slavery advocate John Mitchel to consider changing their name. Sam Locke is an Independent Councillor for Tralee, where John Mitchels GAA is based. spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
704 patients were been admitted to hospital without a bed yesterday morning according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation. Dr. Mick Molloy, Consultant in emergency medicine and council member of the IMO explained how he was waiting on a hospital bed for three days over the bank holiday weekend. Phil Ni Sheaghdha, General secretary of the INMO – The INMO spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with her reaction to these figures.
48% of Ireland’s population is now choosing more second-hand products than in the past five years. That’s according to new research by Swappie and Kantar, which reveals a growing awareness among Irish people of the need to adopt more sustainable buying habits. Meghann Scully, Multimedia Presenter with the Limerick Leader and co-host of The Break-up Dress spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
A new report published today by the National Women’s Council is highlighting the urgent need for reforms across the justice system for survivors reporting domestic and sexual abuse. Speaking to Ciara this morning Orla O’Connor is the Director of the National Women’s Council.
Energy providers need to offer a better explanation for prices that consumers remain high despite falling wholesale costs. So said Finance Minister Michael McGrath yesterday, while elsewhere Sinn Féin will today call for electricity prices for households to be capped at pre-Ukraine War levels. Muireann Lynch, Energy Economist at the ESRI gave her view on such a cap.
Should children in paid social media posts be covered by child labour laws? To discuss further Shane was joined on the show by Consultant Paediatrician, Dr. Niamh Lynch.
A second pilot programme for a four-day workweek in Ireland has launched in Ireland. Should more companies move to make the switch? Speaking to Ciara with more on this was Caroline Reidy Human Resource Expert from the HR Suite.
The State should end its current approach to legal cases which has become “indistinguishable from any faceless private corporate entity”. So said Labour Leader & TD for Dublin Bay South Ivana Bacik, who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Donald Trump Junior has taken aim at Ireland’s proposed new hate speech legislation, labelling it “insane”. Under the proposed legislation the use of hostile or prejudiced slurs, gestures, or symbols from offenders can be used to secure prosecutions. For more reaction to this, Ciara spoke to Current Affairs Commentator, Keith Mills and also Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senator Seanad Spokesperson on Justice, and barrister.
AI ‘Godfather’ Geoffrey Hinton has quit his job with Google, while warning about the growing dangers of AI Emmet Ryan, Technology Correspondent with The Business Post explained his reaction to this statement?
A British Empire post box in Ringsend has been removed recently due to safety concerns. Dublin Live has reported that post box was being vandalised, with people even putting colostomy bags in the post box. Speaking to Shane this morning was Independent Dublin City Councillor, Mannix Flynn.
An “urgent” review into rules governing the sale of codeine is needed. That’s according to Colm Burke, Fine Gael TD and the party’s health spokesperson, who yesterday revealed new figures showing over one million prescriptions were dispensed through public drug schemes in 2022.
More than 800,000 people may flee Sudan as a result of ongoing fighting between military factions. That was the stark warning from a United Nations official in Geneva. For more on this, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Declan Power, Defence, and Security Expert.
Tickets have gone on sale today for the hugely popular multi-award-winning musical phenomenon Hamilton, which will be coming to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre this September! We asked Brian Merriman, Founder of the International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival - Massive hype for this musical, is it warranted?
The charity Make a wish foundation made a dream come true for Isabelle, aged 6 who suffers from a genetic condition that causes tumours to grow along her nerves. Cliona Leamy, Mother to Isabelle told us about Isabelle.
Just 162 additional beds are being created in hospitals this year, a fraction of the number required to match population growth and aging and to compensate for historical deficits. Anthony Staines, Professor of Health Systems at the School of Nursing and Human Sciences in DCU gave his reaction.
“We can’t take shortcuts.” That was the warning from the head of the State Examinations Commission on the ongoing delays in revealing a date for the Leaving Cert results. A shortage of examiners means the date for results could run into September for the fourth year in a row. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast were joined by Pól Ó Dochartaigh Deputy President and Registrar at the University of Galway and also Caitlin-Faye Maniti President of the Irish Second-Level Students' Union.
The National Transport Authority has published a National Fares Strategy. They say Future fares are to be based on distance travelled which they hope will make fares easier for customers to understand. The National Transport Authority Director of Public Transport services, Tim Gaston spoke to Jonathan this morning on the show.
Almost seven in ten Irish renters have not claimed their rent tax credit despite being eligible. That’s according to the latest Taxback Taxpayer Sentiment survey Marian Ryan, the Consumer Tax Manager with Taxback explained the findings of the report.
A new phenomenon is taking the internet by storm which is the sparkling lure of the ‘cleanfluencer’, an influencer that teaches tips and tricks to create and maintain a pristine, clean home. One of those is laundry influencer Laura Mountford, who boasts 800,000 followers on Instagram and TikTok and has just published her new book - Live, Laugh, Laundry: A Calming Guide to Keeping Your Clothes Clean and You Happy. Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Laura this morning.
The Minister for Justice Simon Harris has said the Government may construct a new prison to deal with overcrowding in Irish prisons. Is building new prisons the right solution? Joining Newstalk Breakfast to discuss was Molly Joyce The Irish Penal Reform Trust's Acting Executive Director.
‘Local climate action plans offer an opportunity for place-based leadership’ Those are the words of Sadhbh O’Neill who is a researcher in climate policy and co-ordinator of the Stop Climate Chaos coalition
Last month marked 3 years since the beginning of covid lockdowns. This week a group of experts are gathering at the University of Galway to discuss how Europe dealt with covid and more importantly will deal with future pandemics. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of the meeting Máire Connolly is a Professor of Global Health in the School of Medicine in the University of Galway Coordinator of the PANDEM-2 project and also a member of the expert advisory group on COVID 19.
Now today is Poetry Day Ireland and to mark the day Poet John Cummins has sent us this special piece on why we all perhaps need to take a break.
Fianna Fáil Junior Minister, Niall Collins is expected to give his statement to the Dáil later today regarding his wife’s 2008 purchase of property from Limerick County Council. Pádraig McLochlainn, Sinn Féin Chief Whip, and Donegal TD explaned what he would like to hear from Niall Collins today.
An FAI commissioned report has sought to highlight the disparity in funding to the horse and greyhound racing industries compared to other sports. The report from accountancy firm KHSK says that both industries have received 1.5 billion euro in the past 25 years, the vast majority of which comes from the betting tax. Daniel McDonnell an Irish Independent Football correspondent has been through the report and joined Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Sinn Féin’s Deputy Leader, Michelle O’Neill will attend King Charle’s Coronation on May 6th – saying the gesture demonstrates a commitment to building good relations and advancing peace. Gemma Brolly, Deputy Leader and Aontú Candidate for East Derry has criticised this move and explained why this morning on the show.
Almost 400,000 passengers are expected to travel through Dublin Airport this May Bank Holiday Weekend. Looking ahead to one of the busiest weekends at the airport was Graeme McQueen, DAA Media Relations Manager.
88 Irish citizens have been evactuated from Sudan but over a hundred Irish citizens remain in Sudan as evacuation efforts resume. The Irish Army Ranger Wing is working with counterparts in Spain and France to evacuate the remaining citizens. From Port Sudan having been evacuated from Khartoum, Concern's Country Director for Sudan, Musha gave Ciara an update on the situation there.
Funeral directors have raised concerns over how long families are having to wait to have their love ones bodies released by the Dublin city mortuary. Fintan Cooney manager of Fanagans funeral home in Dundrum and member of the board of the Irish Association of Funeral Directors says some families have had to wait up to two weeks. Fintan spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Prime Hydration drinks are being sold for up to €15 a bottle across the country. But why are the energy drinks so popular among young people? Speaking to Shane to explain was Saoirse Hanley, Features Writer for the Irish Independent.
Yesterday, Cabinet signed off on a package of housing measures to speed up the building of new homes across the country. The measures include waiving of development levies, increased grants for cost rental apartments, and a more generous grant for vacant and derelict properties Speaking to Ciara this morning was Connor O’Connell Housing Director of the Construction Industry Federation.
The Department of Health is set to publish a review of Ireland’s abortion legislation later this morning. Recommendations include making the current 3-day wait period optional, decriminalising medical practitioners, and extending the 12-week time limit to access abortion without condition, under certain circumstances. To discuss the review, Shane was joined on the show by Neasa Hourigan, Green Party TD for Dublin Central, and Peadar Toibín, Aontú leader.
“This idea of minimising down contact with people when they irritate, infuriate, or bore you seems brutal to me. Acting as a sounding board and being an ear may feel a little thankless, but it can hugely help someone. At times, it’s even a lifeline.” Those are the words of Kirsty Blake Knox, Journalist with The Irish Independent – and Kirsty explained what she means by this to Newstalk Breakfast.
All things considered: Government is to unveil first-ever air quality plan today but should the plan be aiming to ban open fires? Shane and Ciara debate.
The government will today unveil their first ever Clean Air Strategy which will aim to cut down on air pollution in Ireland. The EPA estimate there are 1,300 premature deaths annually in Ireland due to poor air quality. John Sodeau Professor Emeritus of Chemistry at UCC who has specialised in air quality joined Ciara this morning to discuss what the plan may bring.
A new Cherry Orchard Implementation Board has been set up to focus on providing support for the community, after attacks on the Gardai, a garda car being rammed, and other anti-social behavior in the Dublin suburb. It will include the HSE, Gardai, TUSLA, local authorities, and the community. Henry McKean has visited Cherry Orchard and met the community and Sinn Fein Councillor Daithí Doolan, who works in the area. Henry sent us this report.
Graham Dwyer is set to seek a Supreme Court Appeal against his conviction for the murder of Elaine O’Hara. Shane Phelan, Legal Affairs Editor for the Irish Independent brought us the details of this appeal.
According to a new report from the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, Ireland has the lowest immunisation rates for measles in Western Europe – warning of a threat of outbreaks due to vaccination gaps. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Dr Lucy Jessop, HSE Immunisation Lead and Consultant in Public Health Medicine at the National Immunisation Office.
All things considered - The government's new proposal to tackle the housing crisis but does it go far enough? Shane and Ciara debate.
The cost of motor insurance has continued to fall with the average cost of a premium down 5% in the first half of 2022 compared to 2021. That’s according to a new report from the Central Bank released this morning. Speaking to Ciara this morning on the show was Jennifer Carroll MacNeill Minister of State with responsibility for Financial Services, Credit Unions and Insurance.
The new junior cycle curriculum will ensure that all schools teach gender identity as part of a revised sexual education programme, along with consent and pornography. In reaction to this announcement, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Alan Whelan, President of the Catholic Secondary Schools Parents Association, and also Jillian Brennan, CEO of the Humanist Association.
Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien is set to temporarily waive residential development levies to cut costs for developers in a bid to urgently increase housing supply. To debate Newstalk Breakfast spoke to David Duffy, from Property Industry Ireland, property trade association of IBEC, and also Dr. Rory Hearne, Lecturer in Social Policy at Maynooth University and Author of the book “Gaffs”.
Fianna Fáil TD Niall Collins has broken his silence over his local council's decision to put a property up for sale while he was a councillor which was ultimately bought by his wife, saying he has done nothing wrong and that no one objected to the decision. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD for Dublin. Southwest
The Garda National Bureau of Investigation has launched an investigation into allegations that a Senior Investigator with GSOC attended a party with Gerry “The Monk” Hutch hours after his acquittal for the murder of David Byrne Aodhan Ó Ríordáin, Labour Justice Person spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
The Department of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that 50 Irish citizens have been evacuated from Sudan. The Army Ranger Wing of the Defence Forces has been assisting Spanish and French forces with the evacuation. Seán Fleming, Minister of State at the Department of Foreign Affairs spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Last week Elon Musk’s Twitter removed the legacy blue tick of verification from accounts that failed to pay the €11 per month subscription. While it seemed to be a black and white policy, there has been confusion in recent days; from Musk paying for the subscription of some celebrities such as Stephen King and LeBron James - to the reappearance of the blue tick on the profiles of others, such as Beyonce and Harry Kane. So what is going on, and why should you care? Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brought us the details.
A team of Irish soldiers and diplomats is being dispatched to Sudan to assist Irish people in leaving the country in response to the worsening violence in the country. Up to 12 members of the Army Ranger Wing are to accompany a small number of officials from the Department of Foreign Affairs. Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs, and Minister for Defence Micheál Martin spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The Covid pandemic may be over, but cancer patients and their families will be counting the cost of Ireland’s long lockdowns for years to come. That was the stark warning from former HSE boss Tony O’Brien in the Business Post yesterday. Speaking to Ciara with more on this was Professor Seamus O’Reilly Consultant Medical Oncologist at Cork University Hospital.
Tech giants have secured gas hook ups for 11 new data centre generators, with 18 new data centres expected by the end of the year. Data centres in Ireland are they are friend or foe? To debate on Newstalk Breakfast was Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD and also Sean Canney, Independent TD for Galway East.
Donald Trump is set to visit his luxury hotel and golf resort in Doonbeg, Clare for a two-night stay in May. Rita McInerney, Business Owner of McInerney’s Shop in Doonbeg explained how they feel about Trump's visit.
New laws will come into force this week to provide a legal basis for people who may have difficulty with their decision-making capacity. The Assisted Decision-Making Capacity Act will replace the much-criticised ‘Lunacy Regulation Act’ of 1871 and the associated Wards of Court system. For more on this change Shane spoke to Sage Advocacy CEO Mervyn Taylor.
The Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors have called for an external investigation following the resignation of an investigator with the Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission after alleged links to Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch Speaking to Ciara with more on this was Conor Lally, Crime and Security Editor with The Irish Times.
I've decided to keep my own name after getting married- if a man doesn’t traditionally change his name, why should I? Those are the words of RSVP Journalist Áine Kenny and Áine told us the reasons behind writing this article.
The Government has been asked whether it is "tenable" for Robert Watt to continue as Secretary General of the Department of Health following his appearance at the Oireachtas Finance Committee on Wednesday. Róisín Shortall Social Democrats’ spokesperson on Health spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Minister for Justice, Simon Harris has called on all parties to vote for the renewal of the Special Criminal Court following the Regency trial verdict earlier this week. To debate this further Ciara was joined on the show by Liam Herrick, Executive Director of The Irish Council for Civil Liberties, and Michael McDowell, Senator, Former Tanaiste, and Minister for Justice.
All things considered: Report calls for Ireland’s abortion rules to be relaxed - Ciara Kelly and Ciara Doherty discuss.
The Irish Times reports that the changes which will go before cabinet next week include the decriminalisation of doctors, a change to the waiting period to access termination medication, and changes to the granting of abortions in the case of fatal foetal abnormalities. With more this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Alana Ryan Women’s Health Co-ordinator at the National Women’s Council of Ireland.
The HSE has said there has been a significant increase in STI rates since Covid-19 restrictions were lifted chlamydia and gonorrhoea seeing the most notable rise. Dr. Derval Igoe, Specialist in Public Health Medicine at the Health Protection Surveillance Centre spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
As the summer Dáil terms begins, Government has published the items that are top of the agenda in the coming months, one bill that has been left on the shelf is a bill to allow a mayoral election in Limerick. Speaking to Ciara this morning was John Moran, Former Secretary General of the Land Development Agency who was at the front of the campaign for a directly elected mayor, from Limerick.
Tomorrow marks Earth Day! And it seems that long Summers with extreme heat may have already become the new normal for Europe. This has been confirmed by new research from some of Europe’s leading scientists, for the Copernicus Climate Change Service. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Dr Carlo Buontempo the Director of the Copernicus Climate Change Service.
Today, the Social Democrats will bring forward a Dáil motion calling for a 10 percent tax on vacant housing. But would such a tax make any difference to solving the housing crisis? To discuss this we were joined by Dr Sarah Hamill, Assistant Professor at The School of Law in Trinity College Dublin.
Ireland’s rate of inflation will average between 4% and 5% this year, down from the current rate of 7%. That’s according to Finance Minister Michael McGrath who has published a Stability Programme Update, a key economic document required under EU rules. He joined us today to discuss.
Top civil servant at the Department of Health, Robert Watt, is to face questions at a Dáil committee this afternoon, following criticism of the botched appointment of former chief medical officer Dr Tony Holohan to an academic post in Trinity College Dublin. John McGuinness, Fianna Fail TD and Chairman of the Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform joined Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ranging in age from 36 right up to 75, the current Transplant Team Ireland panel of 14 inspirational men and women are currently competing in Perth at the World Transplant Games. We were joined today by two members of the team- Bryan Duignan and Mairead O’Mahony. Anyone who wishes to support organ donation is encouraged to carrying an organ donor card. Cards can be requested by visiting the Irish Kidney Association website on 01 620 5306 or Free text the word DONOR to 50050.
Ireland has by far the highest per capita death rate for animals used in botox testing in Europe. So found a new EU study. Dr Dan Lyons Policy Consultant Irish Anti-Vivisection Society spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Times this morning has said more Britons move to Ireland than Irish move to the UK. Brits have been choosing the west of Ireland over places like Devon or Cornwall, Joining us today was Maeve McCarthy of Charles McCarthy Estate Agents in Skibbereen.
Extravagant children’s birthday parties are on the rise, and it has its roots in Instagram-parenting. Kirsty Blake Knox, Journalist with The Irish Independent have described this phenomenon as ‘wedding-fication’ of kids birthday parties – this has its origins in celebrities bragging about their parties on social media. She joined us now today to discuss.
Many of us ask our smart assistants about the weather or about the news, but would you turn to Siri or Alexa to talk out your issues? Programmers are working to create artificial intelligence companions to help users with issues, from the trivial to the more serious sides of life. Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent Jess Kelly brought us more details on this.
A lack of apartments and the underdevelopment of sites in Dublin are a key contributor to the housing crisis. That’s according to an analysis from Property firm Artis. Tom Philips, Managing Director of Tom Philips Associates and Adjunct Associate Professor of Architecture and Planning at UCD, spoke to
Today the three judges of the Special Criminal Court will finally deliver the long-awaited verdict in the trial of Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch. Mr Hutch was on trial for the murder of David Byrne in Dublin’s Regency Hotel on February 5th 2016. The trial lasted 52 days and ended last January. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Paul Williams Irish Independent Journalist and Author of The Monk: The Life and Crimes of Ireland's Most Enigmatic Gang Boss.
Public opinion is divided over the renaming of Croke Park bridge with 52.9% of the public opposed to the proposed ‘Bloody Sunday Bridge’ as a tribute to the events of 1920. But is it that contentious? For more on this Shane spoke to Mary Callaghan, Social Democrats and Former Deputy Lord Mayor of Dublin & Niall Ring, Dublin City Councillor.
‘My abuser Tom Meehan was a monster. He had a type, he knew who to go for’ Those are the words of Lee Deady, survivor of sexual abuse at Waterpark College, Waterford. Lee told his story to Ciara this morning and also explained why he is calling on the Government to compel schools and religious orders to release all files in inquiry into sexual abuse in education.
Dublin Airport is considering plans to expand Terminal 1 to accommodate more planes and up to four million more passengers a year. Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air and Travel Magazine explained what will the development look like.
Garda Commissioner, Drew Harris has urged the government that new laws on gardaí body cameras must include the ability to use facial recognition technology. Speaking to Shane this morning was James Lawless, Fianna Fail TD for Kildare North and Chair of the Justice Committee.
Busted is back – and so are Blur and Blue and with our own Bewitched also coming back – is our love affair nostalgia robbing the present day of its own flavour of culture? To discuss Guardian Writer, Rachel Aroesti spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Tanaiste Micheal Martin spoke to Ciara about the significance of US President Joe Biden's trip.
We scroll through three miles of content a year on our phones. That’s according to research in the UK from USwitch. For more on this Shane spoke to Jess Kelly – Newstalk's Technology Correspondent. Jess Kelly – Newstalk's Technology Correspondent
The death of a man linked to the couple arrested on suspicion of the murder of Baby John in Kerry may prove crucial in determining what action is taken over the killing. That’s the story in the Irish Independent this morning and for more details on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Ralph Riegel - Southern Correspondent with the Irish Independent.
President Joe Biden’s visit will come to a close today with a visit to the town of Ballina in County Mayo As the excitement builds Ciara spoke to Mark Duffy, Cathaoirleach of Ballina Municipal District and also Craig Fitzgerald, Lead singer of The Academic, who will be performing for the President this evening.
An advertisement marketing ‘Back to School Botox’ for mothers has been banned in the UK after being found to exploit women’s insecurities by the Advertising Standards Authority. Dr. Mary McAuliffe, Director of the Gender Studies Programme at UCD, told Newstalk Breakfast what she makes of this advert.
Today is 65 Roses Day! - A national fundraising day for Cystic Fibrosis Ireland. Cystic fibrosis Patient Ambassador, Aoife Rafter told Ciara this morning on the show about her experience with Cystic Fibrosis.
Irish rally driver and Waterford native, Craig Breen was tragically killed while completing a practice event in Croatia yesterday. Art McCarrick, Sporting Manager at Motor Sport Ireland – What do we know about the crash?
It was another busy day for US President Joe Biden on day three of his visit here to Ireland. President Biden had a number of engagements yesterday and our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte reports on what President Biden got up to with the day started off with a meeting with President Michael D Higgins.
In March 2019, Naoise Connolly Ryan’s husband Mick Ryan was among 157 people who died when a Boeing 737 max aircraft crashed in Ethiopia. Naoise has written to President Joe Biden looking to have 6 minutes of his time to talk about her husband’s death and the legal battle that has ensued with Boeing. ShaneI spoke to Naoise, and began by asking what the significance is of the 6 minutes she’s requested?
What is ‘woman’ if not a ‘mother’? Anything she wants to be, argues author Ruby Warrington in her new book ‘Women Without Kids: The Revolutionary Rise of An Unsung Sisterhood’ Ruby, explained what prompted her to write this book.
An auction house in Kells is selling a compass with a swastika on it and the death mask of a "German military leader,” with a striking resemblance to Adolf Hitler. Oliver Sears, Founder of Holocaust Awareness Ireland explained how concerned he was by the sale of these items.
All things considered: Teachers to seek cost-of-living allowance for working in cities - Ciara and Shane discuss.
US President Joe Biden’s Irish tour continues in Dublin today where he will be meeting President Michael D Higgins. This afternoon he will be making an address to the Oireachtas. Speaking to Shane about this historic day was Ceann Comhairle, Seán Fearghaíl.
As we have been discussing all morning the INTO has backed calls for an extra payment for teachers to compensate for higher living costs in Dublin and other urban areas. Speaking to Ciara this morning John Boyle the General Secretary of the INTO.
Disrupting The Grand National is ‘Just the Start’, says campaign group Animal Rising The direct action group plans to ‘liberate’ animals in slaughterhouses and farms over the summer – and halt horse-racing events. But would this protest cause more harm than good ? Sarah Mccaffery, Animal rising spokesperson spoke to Ciara this morning to explain why they are protesting.
Ukrainian officials have promised to investigate a gruesome video circulating on social media that purportedly shows the beheading of a Ukrainian soldier. James Waterhouse, BBC Ukraine Correspondent explained to Shane what more do we know about this?
The U.S. President's trip to Ireland is continuing with a busy schedule in Dublin today. Last night he was in Dundalk in Co Louth for a walkabout and gave a speech in a local pub. Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie was there to capture it all and he recounts what happened.
Today is the third day of the U.S President’s trip to the island and possibly his busiest day. But last night he was in Dundalk in Co Louth for a walkabout and gave a speech in a local pub. Our reporter Josh Crosbie was there to capture it all and joined Newstalk Breakfast in studio to tell us about it all.
Amanda Jenkins was murdered by her fiancé in October 2007. Tonight, a documentary about Amanda will air on TG4 as part of a 4-part series, “Marú inár Measc – Dúnmharú Amanda Jenkins” Ann Jenkins, Amanda’s mother spoke to Jonathan this morning ahead of the documentary.
The world economy is “entering a perilous phase”, with global inflation set to fall more slowly than expected a few months ago - the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned. John Fitzgerald , Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin discussed if we should be concerned here from a global perspective.
The price of a used car should continue to rise, the author of DoneDeal's Car Price Index report has said. Dr. Tom Gillespie Economist and Author of the report explained the findings of the report.
President Biden arrived in Belfast last night, on a visit he said he would use to “keep the peace” on the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Amanda Ferguson, Belfast-based Journalist, and from Carlingford where President Biden will visit was Conor Keelan, Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council and John Reilly, Dundalk Carlingford Councillor.
The National Cyber Security Centre is to draw up advice for the public to confront the risk of scams and other threats brought about by “frightening” advances in artificial intelligence Minister of State with responsibility for cybersecurity Ossian Smyth spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
For the first time in three years, onboard catering services will be available on some trips on the Cork to Dublin line this week. Barry Kenny, Corporate Communications Manager with Iarnrod Eireann explained what exactly can we expect.
Freddie Scappaticci, the alleged informer known as Stakeknife, has died in England where he had been living in witness protection since he fled Belfast when he was outed as a double agent. The 77-year-old died earlier this month with his funeral thought to have taken place in secret. With more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Richard O’Rawe is a former Republican Prisoner and bestselling author of Blanketmen.
Allowances to help hundreds of thousands of workers cover the costs of clothing, equipment and stationery have failed to rise in line with soaring inflation. Marian Ryan of Taxback.com is calling on Government and Revenue to adjust these flat-rate employment allowances, to take account of rising prices and Marian spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
75 additional driver testers will be hired by the Road Safety Authority to address the current backlog in the Driver Testing Service. Jack Chambers Minister of State in the Department of Transport brings us the details.
500 second-level teachers from all over the country will gather to discuss the future of education and teaching in Ireland at the 2023 ASTI Annual Convention in Wexford today. Kieran Christie, ASTI General Secretary explained the main issues being addressed today.
An investigation is underway into racist abuse directed at Wexford hurling captain Lee Chin, which occurred during a charity match on Saturday. Video footage of the incident has been shared online. Former Dublin GAA star, Jason Sherlock who has seen the footage gave his reaction to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
All Things Considered: Should we welcome Biden? This morning Shane and Jonathan discuss and debated.
President Joe Biden is set to touch down in Northern Ireland this evening, ahead of a whirlwind visit to Belfast. Is Belfast ready for the US President? To discuss we hear from Crime Security Correspondent for Belfast Telegraph, Allison Morris. Also to hear just how significant his visit to the campus we heard from Professor Deirdre Heenan, From Ulster University and a former member of the Council Of State.
Over half of Irish adults often feel overwhelmed by factors beyond their control. That’s according to a new survey from Axa Ireland which also found more than 60% feel lonely on a regular basis. Speaking to Jonathan this morning with a reaction to these findings was Niamh Delmar a counselling psychologist and freelance writer.
President Joe Biden will arrive in Ireland today for his 4-day visit, where he will visit Belfast, Mayo, Louth & Dublin. Political Editor of The Irish Times, Pat Leahy gave us a run down of what the President's itinerary looks like.
Two teenagers have died and two more have been injured following a collision in Headford, County Galway, yesterday morning. Mary Hoade is Chairperson of the Board of Management at Presentation College Headford and a Councillor for Tuam and Headford Area spoke to Shane this morning.
Easter celebrations are about to get underway across the county. But has the season lost its religious significance? Fr Iggy O’Donavan, a Member of the Augustinian priests in Fethard, County Tipperary spoke to Jonathan Healy on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Monday the 10th of April marks 25 years since The Good Friday Agreement was signed in Stormont marking the end of 30 years of conflict in Northern Ireland. Monica McWilliams, Signatory to the Good Friday Agreement, Emeritus Professor at the University of Ulster & former Chief Commissioner of the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Up to 72 children from Ireland remain on the waiting list of the Tavistock gender identity clinic in the UK, which was the subject of a critical review and is currently being wound down. Professor Donal O'Shea, Consultant Endocrinologist spoke to Shane Coleman on the show this morning.
Now a quick walk around the streets of Dublin or any of Ireland’s other towns and cities in recent years and it is clear that the e-scooter is on the rise. The Road Traffic and Roads Bill, which will regulate the use of e-scooters and e-bikes, is currently before the Oireachtas Independent Councillor for Ongar ward of Fingal County Council, Tania Doyle discussed with Jonathan Healy.
Want to be a positive digital role model for your children? Approximately 86% of six-month-olds have access to or use handheld screen devices that’s the startling message from Ollwyn Moran, Neurological developmental Therapist & Founder of Cogni Kids who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
22 percent of young people attending the HSE’s Adolescent Addiction Service admitted to taking Nitrous Oxide recreationally on occasion. Shane Coleman was joined on Newstalk Breakfast by Mark Ward, Sinn Fein TD for Dublin Mid West.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland announced that they have received strong community intelligence that dissident Republicans are planning to launch terror attacks against officers, on Easter Monday. Allison Morris, Crime Correspondent with the Belfast Telegraph spoke to Jonathan on the show.
A book described as ‘highly sexual’ is to be removed from the sex education curriculum. ‘This Book Is Gay’ has drawn criticism for giving teenagers advice on anal sex and dating apps among other things. For reaction to this, we were joined by Sarah Holmes, mother of three from County Wicklow.
The Citizen’s Assembly on Biodiversity Loss made a series of recommendations yesterday. Targeted recommendations on agriculture include encouraging plant-based diets, a levy on agricultural exports and further subsidizing organic farming. Giving his reaction to Newstalk Breakfast was Tim Cullinan, President of the Irish Farmer’s Association.
An Bord Pleanála has granted planning permission for 780 residential units in the north Dublin area. We asked Richard Bruton, Chairperson of the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party does it go far enough?
People Before Profit intends to protest the “double standards” in American foreign policy, as US President Joe Biden visits Ireland next week. Gerry Carroll, People Before Profit MLA spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
'Wild toileting’ or public urination has become commonplace since many public loos were shut during the pandemic. But why is it on the rise and what can be done to combat it? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Donna Cooney, Green Party Councillor for Clontarf.
Relax the planning laws in relation to Log cabins - That’s the call from the Rural Independents Group. Deputy Mattie McGrath explained to Newstalk Breakfast why he is calling for log cabins to be used as a temporary measure.
Gardaí has called for tasers as protection amid escalating violence in society. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this was Brendan O'Connor, Vice President of the Garda Representative Association, and also Pat Leahy, Former Garda Assistant Commissioner.
Renters can't keep up with rents, buyers can't afford to buy - the same housing record is on permanent repeat. But with necessity being the mother of all invention, many are seeking innovative solutions to sort out their housing woes. Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports.
Remembering Noel Bridgeman will be at the 3 Olympia on May the 4th to mark the passing of the late, great drummer and Newstalk Breakfast spoke to his daughter Audrey.
The amount of corporation tax collected in the first three months of this year is running €1.35 billion ahead compared to the same time last year, according to the latest exchequer figures. Seamus Coffey, Former Chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council and Lecturer in Economics at UCC broke down the stats for us.
One of Ireland’s last Latin teachers has retired. Father Christopher Dillion after 50 years of teaching Latin has retired and he spoke to Shane this morning.
Sean Spicer - Former Press Secretary and Acting Communications Director for President Trump joins us. Sean gave his reaction to the arraignment of Donald Trump in New York.
All Things Considered: Trump Arrest, Shane and Ciara give their take on these recent developments stateside.
A woman has died following a serious assault in Limerick city yesterday. David Raleigh, a Reporter covering Clare and Limerick told us what more do we know about this.
Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 felony counts of falsifying business records during a brief arraignment in a New York courtroom last night. Washington reporter with The Guardian, David Smith explained what exactly happened in court last night.
Cairde Khmer, a GAA club in Cambodia was formed by two Irish men in 2017 and is going from strength to strength. Ronan Sheehan, Chairman of the club and player Sophoan joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The stunning and iconic Sceilg Mhichíl is to reopen to visitors on the 13th of May. To tell us what Sceilg Mhichíl means to the people of Kerry local Fianna Fáil county councillor Norma Moriarty joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar joined Shane Coleman on Newstalk Breakfast this morning to discuss a range of topics.
"Many voters back the ex-president despite – or perhaps because of – his alleged crimes. A trial might only entrench that support” that’s the view of Guardian Columnist Simon Jenkins who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The exodus of landlords from the private rental sector could result in the loss of 15,000 tenancies this year alone, new data shows. Carol Tallon, CEO of Property District and author of the Irish Property Buyers Handbook annual spoke to Shane Coleman this morning.
This week marks two months since the devastating earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria, killing almost 60,000 people. Works are continuing in the region, where almost 1.6 million people are now living in tented accommodation due to the damage. Unicef is working in the area and so far has reached 400,000 people, but aim to help 3 million people. Our own Ciara Kelly has travelled with Unicef and visited a refugee camp in Hatay, one of the worst affected areas of the earthquake – where education and time in the classroom is playing a key role.
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou MacDonald announces frontbench reshuffle to 'lead party into next general election' Matt Carthy, formerly Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Agriculture and newly appointed spokesperson on Foreign Affairs and Defence spoke to Ciara Doherty on the show this morning.
On this day 50 years ago, a man named Marty Cooper made the first mobile phone call. While he has expressed concerns about smartphone addiction, he’s said that the innovation in the field will continue… Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
It’s more than thirty years since the disappearance of Annie McCarrick in 1993. The 30-year garda investigation into the American national disturbing disappearance was upgraded to a murder investigation last week. Annie’s childhood best friend Linda Ringhouse joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
140 Garda Sergeants and Inspectors will gather in Galway today for the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors annual conference. Ronan Clougher, Deputy General Secretary of the AGSI joined on Newstalk Breakfast ahead of the conference.
More than 400 tenants who received eviction notices contacted housing charity Threshold in March. CEO of Threshold, John Mark McCafferty joined Ciara Doherty on the show.
Finance Minister Michael McGrath says the new 15% corporation tax rate will likely kick in next January. Jim Stewart, Finance professor with Trinity College and domestic expert on corporate tax
Former Miss Ireland Lynda Duffy has revealed she used to starve herself for weeks as she battled with an eating disorder and joined us on Newstalk Breakfast. If you have been affected by any of the issues raised, you can contact BodyWhys on (01) 2107906.
“It’s important that people of all ages have a good understanding of our national story and our history, warts and all,” that’s the call from Taoiseach Leo Varadkar. It comes after a Sunday Times poll revealed 1 in 4 young people are uneducated on The Troubles. Darragh Gannon, Head of Irish Studies at University College Dublin and Fulbright Irish Scholar at Georgetown University
The Defence Forces have confirmed that Russian vessels that it had been monitoring in recent days have now left Irish waters. Cathal Berry, Independent TD, and a former Army Ranger joined Shane Coleman on the show this morning.
All Things Considered: Fixing O'Connell Street. What needs to be done, how, and when?, all up for discussion with Ciara and Shane.
This Thursday marked the UN’s first official day of zero waste, an initiative that aims to promote sustainable consumption and raise awareness about zero-waste alternatives. But how much of a problem is excess waste here in Ireland? Sarah Madden reports.
Day of 90 of #100DaysOfWalking! At the end of every week we recognize some of our great ‘100 days’ community ' by crowning a walker of the week! This week's Walker of the Week is Anna Douglas from Portmarnock, Dublin.. She told us why she got involved.
According to the latest provisional Revenue data, alcohol consumption is down on pre-Covid levels, as Ireland moves closer to European consumption norms. Long-term trends continue to see a decline in consumption as it has decreased by 30% since its peak in 2001. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Paula Leonard, CEO of Alcohol Forum Ireland.
Former US President Donald Trump will be charged over hush money payments made to porn star Stormy Daniels just before the 2016 presidential election. The move which Trump denies means he is the first serving or former US president to face a criminal charge. Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Journal.ie Columnist brought us more details this morning.
Saturday will see the end of the government’s winter evictions ban. We get reaction from Fr Peter McVerry, Founder of the Peter McVerry Trust and Social Campaigner.
A planning appeal by An Post has cited “the deterioration in the security environment” on Dublin’s O’Connell Street as one of the factors behind its underperforming Witness History exhibition at the GPO. Janet Horner, Green Party Councillor for the North Inner City
The IRFU is to undertake a study on the effectiveness of headgear preventing brain injuries in rugby. The study was just one of the topics of discussion at the 14th World Congress on Brain Injury which has been taking place in Dublin this week. Dr Philip O’Halloran, a Consultant Neurosurgeon at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham is leading up the IRFU study and joined Shane on the show this morning.
Former US President Donald Trump will be charged over hush money payments made to porn star Stormy Daniels just before the 2016 presidential election. The move which Trump denies means he is the first serving or former US president to face a criminal charge. Speaking to Ciara this morning was David Smith - Washington reporter with The Guardian.
Hot school meals are to be extended to all remaining Deis schools over the next year with plans to extend it to all schools from 2030. That’s under plans set to be announced by Social Protection Minister Heather Humphreys today. Paddy Lavelle, General Secretary of Education and Training Boards Ireland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Defence Forces chief of staff Lt Gen Seán Clancy and his predecessors assured the Government over a period of decades that abuse towards women in the Defence Force ‘was in the past’, a secret cabinet memo has shown. Speaking to Shane on Newstalk Breakfast was Senator, retired army officer, and Security Analyst, Tom Clonan.
Buskers Beware – adhere to the new by-laws or face a fine, that’s the call of Killarney Councillors as they introduce new busking bylaws. Cllr Niall Kelleher, Mayor of Killarney and President of Killarney Chamber of Commerce and Tourism spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Labour Senator Annie Hoey has called for an end to the three-day waiting period for abortion ahead of the publication of the review of the operation of abortion services. Annie explained to Ciara why she has called for this? Also speaking to Ciara was Emer Toibín, Aontú Councillor do you feel that the waiting period should remain?
The government will today announce funding allocations worth €17 million for capital projects in our regional airports. Minister of State with special responsibility for aviation, Jack Chambers spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Comedian Mario Rosenstock has been selling out venues across the country with his Gift Grub Live Nationwide Tour. Mario joined us on the show this morning.
The European Union has passed a law meaning all new cars sold in the EU have to be zero CO2 emissions from 2035. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Geraldine Herbert, Motoring journalist with the Sunday Independent.
The Government looks set to narrowly survive a confidence motion following its decision to lift the eviction ban. Speaking to Shane this morning on the show were Labour Leader Ivana Bacik and also Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, Fine Gael Minister of State.
Is the GAA too competitive for younger kids or is there merit in learning about winning and losing from an early age? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Catherine Woods, Professor of Physical Activity for Health at the University of Limerick.
Housing prices fell by 0.3% in the first three months of 2023, the first time they have fallen in the first quarter of a year in a decade. That’s according to the latest Daft.ie House Price Report released today. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Ronan Lyons –Economist at Trinity College Dublin and Author of The Daft.ie Report.
100 people were prosecuted for possessing child sexual exploitation material last year, the highest figure in at least 13 years, and the figures have been on the rise year on year, according to figures obtained by Newstalk. Suzanne Connolly, CEO of Barnardos spoke to Shane this morning with a reaction to these figures.
European nations have demonstrated “shameless double standards and racism” iin how they have dealt with asylum seekers. That’s according to Amnesty International’s Annual Report published this morning. Speaking to Jonathan this morning on the show was Nils Muižnieks is Amnesty International’s, Europe Director.
Tougher rules are set to come in for owners not controlling their dogs along with a central database for dog breeders! Joining us now to discuss these new rules is Dog Behaviour Therapist Nanci Creedon.
At least 60,000 affordable homes could be built on State land. So found a new report from the Land Development Agency set to go before Cabinet later today. Speaking Tom Phillips, Managing Director of Tom Phillips and Associates and an Associate Professor of Town Planning in UCD Sinn Féin's housing spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin has appealed to Independents to today vote for his legislation which will extend the eviction ban until the end of January 2024.
Killing kitsch with blandness: planned ‘rejuvenation’ of St Stephen’s Green shopping centre is anything but” That’s the view of Frank McDonald, former Environment Editor with The Irish Times. Frank spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
“Why do strangers feel the need to passive-aggressively comment, through my baby, on my abilities as a mum?” Those are the words of the Screenwriter and Host of the BASICALLY Podcast, Stefanie Preissner who spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
All Things Considered - Keeping character in cities. Ciara and Jonathan discussed this morning on the foot of the proposed rejuvenation of St Stephen’s Green shopping centre.
Hearing of dispute between sacked schoolteacher Enoch Burke and Wilson’s Hospital School opens today. Newstalk’s Court Correspondent, Frank Greaney brought us the latest?
Joe Biden will be arriving in Ireland on the 12th of April. To discuss what security measures this trip may entail is Security and Defense Analyst, Declan Power.
A major auction of antique roadsigns will take place in Co. Cavan this afternoon. But when did vintage spending become so in vogue? Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports.
With the rise of artificial intelligence technology, Chat GPT is being embraced with open arms by many, but could it spell the end of tech in the classroom, amid fears of cheating or essay assistance? For more on this, we spoke to Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly.
The Irish Planning Institute has urged the Government to delay a long-awaited overhaul of the planning system. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Sean O’Leary, Senior Planner with the IPI who explained why they are asking for the delay.
The GAA have officially prohibited counties and clubs from promoting charities and causes on their jerseys. Central Council rubberstamped a proposal on Saturday to ban the practice. Shane spoke to GAA Pundit and 1993 All Ireland football winner with Derry Joe Brolly and asked him if was he unhappy with the decision.
All Things Considered - Solving the Housing Crisis. Just how to we solve the problem of the housing crisis in Ireland, Ciara and Shane debate.
Almost 27,200 houses received energy upgrades in 2022, according a report published today by the SEAI. That figure represents an 80 percent increase on the year before, but will it help us reach our climate change goals? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist and Commentator.
A new Scottish first minister will be announced today. Finance Secretary Kate Forbes, former Government minister Ash Regan and Health Secretary Humza Yousaf are all vying for the post. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Catriona Stewart, Columnist for The Herald in Scotland.
“Dangerous and irresponsible” were the words used NATO to describe Russia’s decision to move tactical nuclear weapons into Belarus. Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University
Ireland lost it's top spot on the tea drinking tally in recent years. Nespresso doubled the size of it's Dundrum store in recent weeks. So, is it time to wake up and smell the coffee? Is it time to admit that for the irish, "a cuppa" now means "a cup of joe"? Sarah Madden reports.
Sir David Attenborough’s new series, the BBC’s “Wild Isles” showcasing the red deer at Killarney National Park airs this Sunday Nick Gates, Producer/Director of the series joined us on the show.
Earlier this week, Minister for Justice, Simon Harris announced a new recruitment campaign for An Garda Síochana, and applications will open today. For more details on the new recruitment campaign, Shane spoke to Liam Geraghty, Superintendent Garda Press Office.
Two arrests were made in the Munster Region last night on the suspicion of murder in the ‘Kerry Babies’ case ‘Baby John’ was found stabbed to death on White Strand Beach in Cahersiveen, in April 1984. To look back on the details of the case Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Brenda Power, Sunday Times Columnist.
Social Democrat TD Gary Gannon is calling for ‘urgent action’ on air pollution in ‘riddled’ inner city Dublin, which he says is having a serious negative impact on the health of locals. Gary explained to Newstalk Breakfast just how bad is the issue.
Today is Daffodil Day the Irish Cancer Society’s annual awareness day aimed at raising vital funds for the fight against cancer. joining us on Newstalk Breakfast was TV presenter Anna Daly is an ambassador for Daffodil Day.
All Things Considered: Kerry Babies Arrests was first up on the show and Ciara and Shane discussed the case that shocked Ireland.
On Sunday morning, people across the country will lose an hour’s sleep as the clocks spring forward to mark the beginning of daylight saving time. Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town joined Ciara this morning and was asked if should we be scrapping the clock change.
Arrests have been made in the longstanding Kerry Babies investigation. Sinead Kelleher, a journalist with The Kerryman and Independent. ie spoke to Shane on these recent developments.
Summer is around the corner and for hay fever sufferers – panic is about to set in! However, help may be at hand! Ireland’s first independently generated pollen forecast could offer fresh hope to the thousands of people with hay fever out there. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr. David O’Connor, assistant professor in the School of Chemical Sciences at DCU, who is a lead researcher on the project.
The Keep Water Public Campaign has called for a referendum on water services in November But is this referendum necessary? To discuss Ciara was joined on the show this morning was Karen O’Loughlin, Divisional Organiser for SIPTU for the Public Administration and Community Division and also Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senator, and Criminal Barrister.
The Government won the Dáil vote on ending Eviction Ban measures later this month, while the Green Party suspend Neasa Hourigan for 15 months over her vote. Senator Pippa Hackett, Minister of State of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine spoke to Shane this morning and was asked if Neasa Hourigan has a future in the Green Party.
All Things Considered: Raising the pension age, yes or no? Ciara and Shane debated this morning.
Irish workers are not sold on the State Pension revamp, that’s according to new research, which found that fewer than one in four people would work longer to access the higher pension. Austin Hughes, Economist spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning and – Does this show that the plan is failing before even getting off the ground?
The Inaugural National Menopause Summit, advocating for change in the workplace takes place today. Deirdre Lundy, Sexual and Reproductive Health Expert and advisor to the HSE - What ‘key supports’ are you advocating for today?
An Bord Pleanala has given the green light for Dublin Airport to introduce tolled drop-off or pick-up charges. Although the DAA have said they have no plans to implement tolls. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this was Emer Currie, Fine Gael Senator.
A Wexford councillor is calling for the Government to introduce legislation, which would require shops and supermarkets to have lottery tickets and scratch cards for sale in a specially cordoned-off area, similar to the laws introduced around the sale of alcohol back in 2020. Sinn Féin Councilor, Davy Hynes explained to Ciara what spurred him to make this call.
Boris Johnson faces a battle for his political future today after a dossier setting out his defence to the Partygate scandal raised fresh questions about his knowledge of what was happening in Downing Street during the Covid lockdowns. Philip Webster, Former Political Editor of the Times explained what we expect will happen today.
All Things Considered: Dealing with Trans offenders was debated with Ciara and Shane this morning.
Last night, Sinn Fein’s motion to extend the eviction ban was debated in the Dáil The cabinet has signed off on a countermotion that includes more social housing, expanding the tenant-in-situ scheme, more housing supply, and tax changes. But what way is tonight’s vote expected to go? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Kieran O’Donnell, Fine Gael Minister of State with responsibility for Local Government, and also Ivana Bacik, Labour Party Leader.
The Joint Committee on European Union Affairs will today be discussing the implications EU Strategic Autonomy may have for cooperation between member states on defence and security. But has Ireland's position on neutrality started to change since the war in Ukraine began? Joining Shane to discuss was Mark Price, Co-Chair of the Irish Anti-War Movement and founding member of the Irish Neutrality League, and Declan Power, Defence, and Security Expert.
The ESB has just published its annual results and speaking to Joe Lynam on Newstalk Breakfast was Paddy Hayes the chief executive of the ESB.
Tighter laws are needed on dog fouling - that’s the view of Cork Councillors who are calling for new legislation that will make it a legal requirement to carry poo bags while walking your dog Kay Dawson, Fine Gael Cork City Councillor, explained to Ciara how they would like to see this legislation enforced.
Dublin Rape Crisis Centre alongside the Minister for Justice, Simon Harris, and Community Foundation Ireland – have launched a long-term national campaign today called ‘We-Consent'. The three-year campaign aims to inform and educate all members of Irish society about consent. We Consent Manager, Sarah Monaghan spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The Royal College of Surgeons today launch the MyHealth Series,‘Debunking the Myths: Talking to Teenagers About Sexual Health’, But how should you talk to your teenagers about sexual and reproductive Health? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr Siobhan O'Higgins, co-lead on the active consent programme and NUIG School of Psychology.
Today is World Down Syndrome Day and this year the theme is “With Us, Not For Us” Eimear Nic Lochlainn, the aunt of Maire who has Down Syndrome joined Ciara on the show to tell us about their cycling adventure!
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change published their report yesterday, issuing a “final warning "on the climate crisis Speaking to Shane this morning was Dr. Muireann Lunch, Senior Research Officer with the ESRI and Energy Economist.
Several Independent TDs have said they are waiting to see the Government's counter-motion before deciding how they will vote on the Sinn Féin eviction ban motion Independent TD Seán Canney is seeking support from the Regional group to demand the Government accepts a series of amendments in return for their support. Seán spoke to Shane this morning to talk through these amendments.
All Things Considered: Are we ignoring climate change? Listen here as Ciara and Shane debate.
Parking on footpaths is widespread across Dublin City, despite new rules making the practice punishable by a fixed charge penalty notice That’s the view of Green Party Councillor Janet Horner who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The National Action Plan against Racism will be launched later today. It is the first national action plan on racism to be published in over a decade. Speaking to Shane this morning was Dr. Ebun Joseph, Founder of the Institute of Antiracism & Black Studies in Dublin.
The first Irish study of those who have been stalked and / or harassed has been published today. It reveals the social, financial, and psychological impact upon those who experienced it, while urging a number of recommendations. Dr. Ciara Staunton, Academic Operations Manager at Adult Continuing Education and Co-Author of the study ]broke down the findings for us.
It is D-Day for former US President Donald Trump who says he expects to be arrested today. Trump, who has urged his supporters to launch mass protests, said he would be arrested in relation to a criminal case involving hush money payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels. For more on this Ciara was joined on the show by Larry Donnelly Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Journal.ie Columnist.
Irish people are the joint-fourth highest consumers of cocaine globally relatively speaking, according to a new United Nations report. According to the report, 2.4 percent of Irish people used cocaine during the previous year, tying with the US and Austria. In reaction to this report, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Professor Colin O’Gara, consultant addiction psychiatrist At St John Of Gods Hospital & Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCD.
The European Central Bank said it remains ready to support eurozone banks with loans if needed after the Swiss government brokered a rescue of Credit Suisse that will see it taken over by rival UBS. For more on this Shane was joined on the show this morning by Brian Carey Business Editor of the Sunday Times.
Sinn Féin looks to table a new motion on the eviction ban before the measure expires at end of the month. Eoin O’Brioin, Sinn Fein Housing Spokesperson joined Ciara this morning on the show with more on this.
An Tánaiste, Micheál Martin said he was not a fan of home-schooling and stated that it leads to problems with socialisation. In reaction to his comments, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Monica O’Connor, Mother, and Home Education Network Contact officer for Carlow.
“With only 6 months to go before the promised start of publicly funded IVF, there is a need for stakeholder consultation to begin immediately” that’s the view of a National Infertility Charity. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Caitríona Fitzpatrick, Chairperson of The National Infertility Support and Information Group.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping is due to meet Vladimir Putin in Moscow today. The meeting comes hot on the heels of the Russian President’s first visit to devastated Mariupol, Ukraine this weekend. Emmanuelle Chaze, Ukraine Based Journalist, what was the significance of this visit?
Day of 75 of #100DaysOfWalking! At the end of every week, we recognize some of our great ‘100 days’ community ' by crowning a walker of the week! This week Walker of the Week is Maeve McMahon in Rathmines and Meave told us why she got involved.
There is more pain expected for mortgage holders today with the European Central Bank expected to confirm another rate increase of 0.5% today. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Martina Hennessy Managing Director of Doddl.ie.
Former Eurovision winner Linda Martin has opened a new dog sanctuary in Dublin, which is to be launched next Friday by Lord of the Rings star Sir Ian McKellen. Linda told us all about it this morning.
Minister for Special Education Josepha Madigan commented in the Dail yesterday, that the number of new special classes at the post-primary level will need to double over the next three years. Michael Gillespie, General Secretary of the Teachers Union of Ireland gave his reaction to Shane this morning.
A new media regulator, Coimisiún na Meán, has been formally established today. This new authority will be responsible for overseeing the regulation of broadcasting and video-on-demand services and for introducing the new regulatory framework for online safety. Dr. Eileen Culloty, Assistant Professor DCU School of Communications, Deputy Director of Fujo Media Institute – what platforms specifically will this commission be overseeing?
The ‘Cross Border Orchestra’ who are based in Dundalk, are set to fly to New York to perform in Carnegie Hall on St Patrick’s Day. Sharon Treacy Dunne, Founding Director of the Cross Border Orchestra told us about how the orchestra was founded and why?
Today is the deadline for the government to submit Ireland’s first progress report on the implementation of its National Energy and Climate Plan under EU law. Shane asked Oisin Coughlan, Chief Executive of Friends of the Earth - does this mark the first point of real accountability for the government on its climate change policy?
“Regulation is desperately needed in Ireland’s Cosmetic procedures industry before it’s too late” That’s the call from Patricia Molloy, Nurse Practitioner, Owner of the Derma Clinic, & Member of the Board, and Former Chairperson of the Dermatology Aesthetic Nurses Association of Ireland. Patricia spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Facebook parent company Meta has announced that another 10,000 job cuts at the company, however, it is unclear how many jobs will go here in Ireland. The move comes off the back of 11,000 job cuts at the company back in November. To discuss further Ciara was joined on the show by Sebastian Barnes Fiscal Advisory Council Chairperson.
‘Reckless and unsafe'! - the US has condemned last night's incident, where a Russian SU-27 jet fighter collided with an unmanned American MQ-9 Reaper drone over the Black Sea. Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University gave Ciara an update on the incident.
The Taoiseach will begin his official engagements today in Washington DC ahead of the annual St. Patricks Day visit to The White House. Newstalk Political Correspondent Sean Defoe spoke to us live from Washington.
“See the miracle in the small things” that’s according to Columnist and Author of Breaking Point Edel Coffey. Edel wrote this article in The Irish Examiner about how we get so bogged down in everyday life that we forget to focus on the little things. Speaking with Ciara this morning Edel explained what prompted her to write this opinion piece.
US President Joe Biden has said he intends to visit Northern Ireland after being invited to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. Louth Fianna Fail Councillor and fifth cousin of the US president, Andrea McKevitt spoke to Shane this morning as we start to prepare for the visit of President Biden.
Dublin Airport is set to have its busiest St Patrick’s weekend in recent years according to the Dublin Airport Authority. Kevin Cullinane, Group Head of Communications at the DAA explained just how big of a weekend will it be in the airport.
Later today MEPs will vote on minimum energy standards for buildings. Energy ratings on existing buildings will be required to meet a minimum E rating by 2030. Ciaran Cuffe, Green Party MEP for Dublin spoke to Shane this morning to discuss.
Berlin authorities have introduced a measure whereby women in Berlin can now swim topless in the city’s public pools if they choose to – just as men can. But are we mature enough to have similar rules in place in Ireland? Suzanne Harrington, Journalist, and Author joined Ciara on the show with her view on this.
“Government Seeks to Take Money Meant for Rural Ireland to Fund Climate Measures” Those are the words of Patrick Murphy CEO of Irish South and West Fish Producers Organisation, and Aontu Candidate to contest the EU Parliament Elections and he explained to Shane what he means by this statement.
All Things Considered: Shane and Ciara debated whether there is enough support for retrofitting.
Figures obtained by Newstalk revealed that nearly 6,000 learner drivers got penalty points last year for not being accompanied by a qualified driver, up from about 5,700 in 2021. Speaking to Ciara in reaction to these results was Conor Faughnan, Transport Consultant.
It is understood that King Charles is to make his first official state visit to the Republic and the North of Ireland following his coronation this May. Political sources in Dublin, London, and Belfast this weekend said they hoped a visit by the newly crowned British monarch to the North would reassure Unionists that the province’s ties to the UK remain strong. Bobby McDonagh, Former Irish Ambassador to the UK and EU explained how important would this visit be should it go ahead?
We’ve all heard of smart-tech and med tech, but have you heard of “grief tech”. It’s a growing trend that is said to help those mourning the loss of their loved ones. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us this morning with more details.
100 members of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors will gather in Dublin on today for a protest march to Garda Headquarters for their first ‘Day of Action’. Tony Gallagher, Ex Garda inspector, ex-deputy secretary of AGSI, currently working with AshTree risk group explained more about why this action is taking place.
Last night’s Oscars had it all, emotion, diversity, and Asian cinema taking over. Ireland won Best Short for an Irish goodbye and Richard Baneham won best special effects for Avatar the Way of Water. Everything Everywhere won 7 awards, cleaning up. With Diversity, Ukraine and the comeback kid winning the night. Henry McKean is at the Oscars and he joins us now. We crossed live to Hollywood where our reporter, Henry McKean was in the midst of the Oscar celebrations. Also, it’s not every day your nephew is in Hollywood at the Oscars! That’s according to Paul Mescal’s uncle and Colm Molloy filled us in on what’s been happening in the family over the last few days.
Dublin hotels are charging up to €2,400 for single rooms in St Patrick’s Day ‘price gouging’. This has led to a number of politicians and officials calling out the hospitality sector for damaging Ireland's global reputation. For reaction, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Fianna Fail Senator, Timmy Dooley
“I view migraine management like steadying a Jenga tower. Too many missing bricks, the tower crashes down and a migraine attack begins” those are the words of our Niamh Maher who suffers from Hemiplegic Migraines.
A Match of the Day crisis is shaking things up at the BBC, following the suspension of presenter Gary Lineker. The weekend saw last-minute programming changes for sports coverage, and some presenters have refused to appear on BBC sports shows in solidarity with Lineker. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was London Journalist, Enda Brady.
An increase in the tax credit for renters is being considered as part of tax package aimed at addressing the fall-out from lifting the eviction ban. Speaking to Shane this morning was Marian Finnegan, Managing Director at Sherry Fitzgerald.
The government will unveil a plan in the coming weeks for the implementation of the National Development Plan. The Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform, Paschal Donohoe spoke to Ciara about the plan this morning.
With hazardous conditions and a status orange weather warning remaining in place until 10am. Newstalk Breakfast spoke with Met Eireann Forecaster Brandon Creagh and Keith Leonard, Chair of The National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management Crisis Management Team and got the latest.
Gary Lineker says he will be presenting Match Of The Day tomorrow as per usual, despite criticism over his response to the government's asylum seeker policy. Former BBC Pundit and Irish International Footballer, Mark Lawrenson spoke to Newstalk Breakfast and gave his reaction to the controversy.
A new crackdown on illegal TV streaming services, often referred to as “dodgy boxes,” has gotten underway with 12 counties being targeted in the clamp down. CEO of Sport for Business, Rob Hartnett, discussed this with Newstalk Breakfast.
Several people have been killed in a shooting in a church in the German city of Hamburg last night. Ciara was joined by Irish Times Berlin Correspondent, Derek Scally to discuss the tragedy
With the the first major overhaul of the primary school curriculum in over two decades just announced, Newstalk Breakfast heard from Dr Patrick Sullivan Deputy CEO of the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) about the changes.
As snow and ice has gripped the country, with a status orange weather alert remaining in place until 10am today. Ciara got the latest weather update from Met Eireann Forecaster, Aoife Kealy,
There were tense exchanges in the Dáil yesterday as the government defended their decision to end the eviction ban. There are also tensions on the government benches with Green Party TDs Neasa Hourigan and Patrick Costello urging a reversal of the decision. Pauline O'Reilly, Green party Senator & Party Chairperson spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
All things considered: Michael D Higgins says sexuality should be taught in ‘the fullest sense’ in schools - Ciara and Shane discuss.
The Department of Education released stats this week which confirm that rural areas have more Ukrainian children enrolled in their schools than their urban counterparts. Could this be the key to repopulating our rural Ireland? To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Seamus Boland, CEO of Irish Rural Link.
Four people have been killed in Lviv as Russian Missiles have attacked several regions in Ukraine, reported early this morning. David Herrzenhorn, Russia, Ukraine & East Europe editor at The Washington Post gave Shane an update on the situation.
Over 78 thousand people have applied to the CAO for the upcoming academic year. The CAO has this morning released a breakdown of the courses that have been applied for. For more on this Ciara spoke to Brian Mooney Guidance Counsellor and Education Columnist with the Irish Times.
A Status Yellow warning for snow and ice has been issued for the entire country. Liz Walsh, Meteorologist with MET Eireann told us what we can expect.
Most Irish native plant species have declined in range and abundance or both. That’s according to new research from The Botanical Society of Britain & Ireland. In reaction to this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Jennifer McElwain, Professor of Botany Trinity College Dublin and the Director of Trinity College Botanic Garden.
“International Women’s Day is middle-aged, middle-class, and overwhelmingly white” that’s according to Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic and Columnist with the Irish Examiner who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The hike in inflation is easing but is expected to still increase significantly this year - that’s according to the Central Bank’s latest Quarterly Bulletin which has been released today. Headline inflation had peaked at almost 9.5% last autumn but this is expected to drop to 5% in 2023. Former Chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council and Lecturer in Economics at UCC, Seamus Coffey explained the findings of the report.
The government has announced details of a 'Scoping Inquiry' for victims of historical sexual abuse in schools run by religious orders. The inquiry comes following a series of abuse allegations at schools run by religious congregations including the Spiritans. Norma Foley Minister for Education joined Shane this morning on the show.
An atheist whose application to be a chaplain was rejected by the Defence Forces was discriminated against on religious grounds. That was the finding of the Workplace Relations Commission last week. But is it unreasonable to want roles like chaplains to be reserved for religious people? To discuss Ciara was joined on the show by Jillian Brennan, CEO, of the Humanist Association of Ireland, and John McGuirk, Editor of Gript Media.
The HSE has apologised to the parents of a 20-year-old man who died after he was attacked by a stranger with a severe psychiatric condition who burst into his house. Jimmy Loughlin was killed in his home in Sligo in February 2018 when the stranger, Richard McLaughlin, attacked him with a crowbar. Michael Loughlin Father of Jimmy Loughlin spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The Government has confirmed a referendum on gender equality will be held later this year. Speaking to Ciara in reaction to this was Labour Leader, Ivana Bacik.
It’s Seachtaine na Gaeilge this week and here to tell us about how the Irish language deserves better treatment than knowing a cúpla focail is Irish Independent Columnist Frank Coughlan.
Ireland was at the top of a European Union table for cancer incidence in 2020 with a 26 percent rate above the average. That’s according to estimates in a recent OECD report revealed at an event on the future of cancer care in Ireland. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Rachel Morrogh Director of Advocacy at the Irish Cancer Society .
Reports across the papers this morning suggests the moratorium on evictions will not be extended. The cabinet will meet this morning to sign off on the decision made by coalition leaders late last night, allowing the ban to begin to lapse as planned at the end of the month. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Aubrey McCarthy, Chairman of Tiglin Homeless Services and also Richard Boyd Barrett, People Before Profit TD.
The National Women’s Council have renewed their call from the removal of a reference to a 'Women's place is in the home' from the constitution – a term described as “outdated and sexist” by the council. The government has committed to having a referendum on the issue but as of yet no date has been set for the vote. Orla O’Connor, Director of the National Women’s Council spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
All Things Considered: is the reference to a “Women's place is in the home” in the constitution outdated and sexist? Shane and Ciara discuss?
Transport Minister Eamon Ryan will this morning bring a memo to cabinet on his department’s plans to help tackle the issue of drones around Dublin Airport. It comes as his junior minister in the department Jack Chambers said there is no requirement for primary legislation around the use of “counter-drone” technology. Dublin Airport has had 6 closures this year so far over drone incidents. Eoghan Corry Editor of Air and Travel Magazine spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
Gardai have launched an operation to tackle the misuse of scrambler bikes in Limerick city. Social Democrat Councillor for Limerick, Elisa O’Donovan told Ciara how big this issue is in Limerick.
Fine Gael has launched yet another attack on Sinn Féin over the party’s finances. Fine Gael minister Neale Richmond said “Sinn Féin go into hiding” on what he describes as “major financial mistakes”. Neale Richmond spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
From TV to the big screen, Idris Elba chats to Ciara about his new movie Luther: The Fallen Sun.
All Things Considered: Time to ban homework? Shane and Ciara have different views on this one.
Demand for the ‘Designer Vagina’ also known as labiaplasty’, is reportedly soaring in Ireland! A plastic Surgeon based in Dublin who specializes in Aesthetic Surgery, Cormac Joyce – explained what is exactly is a ‘designer vagina’ or labiaplasty?
Congestion charges, higher car parking fees, the pedestrianisation of urban centres, cheaper public transport and fuel price increases will all be considered as part of a major new car reduction strategy. Eamon Ryan, the Minister for Transport, will bring a memo to cabinet tomorrow which will trigger a year-long process of developing a “demand management strategy” to allow the country to reach its emissions reductions targets. To debate this Shane was joined on the show by Green Party Spokesperson for Transport, Climate Action and Environment, Brian Leddin and also Independent TD, Michael Healy Rae.
The primary school curriculum is set for a shake-up in many areas including languages, science, and religion. The new framework is set to be published soon by Minister of Education Norma Foley and will be the biggest change to the curriculum in 25 years. Speaking to Shane this morning was Clara Maria Fiorentini a Lecturer in Initial Teacher Education, Literacy and Early Childhood Education in Marino.
A Status Yellow ice warning for Ireland has been announced by Met Eireann. With temperatures set to plummet across the nation, Met Eireann Forecaster Brandon Creagh gives us the latest update.
An agreement to protect marine life in the regions known as the high seas, has been reached by members of the United Nations after being discussed for more than 20 years. For more on this historic agreement, Ciara spoke to Tasman Crowe University College Dublin professor, marine biodiversity and ecosystem expert, who is chair of the National Biodiversity Forum.
All flights in and out of Dublin airport were temporarily suspended yesterday evening after an illegal drone was spotted near the airport, bringing the runway traffic to a halt. This is the latest of a series of disruptions caused by drones at the airport in recent weeks. Michael O’Leary, Group CEO of Ryanair spoke to Shane this morning.
Day 62 of 100 days of walking! Every Friday we recognise some of our great ‘100 days’ community ' by crowing a walker of the week! This week Walker of the Week is Alison McCallion. She told us how she got involved.
According to the World Obesity Federation, more than half of humans are on track to be overweight or obese by 2035, with rates for children and young people expected to increase faster than that of adults Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast with reaction to these reports was Dr Eva Orsmond, Medical Doctor and Specialist in Overweight & Obesity at Dr Eva’s Clinics in Dublin & Galway.
Surging VAT income, and corporation tax receipts have boosted the Government’s finances for the start of the year. That’s according to the latest exchequer returns published yesterday. Michael McGrath Minister for Finance spoke to Jonathan on the show this morning.
The latest garda crime figures show an increase in most serious and violent crime in the past year, but an overall reduction when compared to pre-pandemic crime figures. Pat Marry, Former Detective inspector and senior investigating officer, and author of “The Making of a Detective” gave his reaction to these figures.
Former British Health Secretary, Matt Hancock has come under fire as over 100,000 of his WhatsApp messages were leaked to the Daily Telegraph Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Phillip Webster, Former Political Editor of The Times London joins me now
Maternity services will reopen at Wexford General Hospital today, while all outpatient appointments are expected to resume on Monday Speaking to Jonathan this morning on the show was Pádraig Byrne, Wexford People, and Independent.ie Reporter.
Loud, proud and possibly menopausal. Sarah Madden reports on how this generation of women are changing the middle-age game for good.
People Before Profit have written a letter to Sinn Féin, The Social Democrats, and Left Independents in the hopes of a left government following the next election. The party will launch its Left Government document today explicitly ruling out the possibility of any possible coalition with Fine Gael or Fianna Fail Gino Kenny, People Before Profit TD spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The target to reach 400 multidenominational schools in the state by 2040, won’t be met if the current rate of progress persists. That is the view of Paddy Lavelle, General Secretary of Education and Training Boards Ireland who joins me now...
About 1,900 AIB borrowers secured private debt write-offs of more than 90 per cent since the financial crash the bank has disclosed in the wake of revelations that DJ Carey’s €9.5 million debt to the bank was written down by an estimated 80 per cent. We asked Brendan Burgess, Founder of the consumer forum Ask about money.com, is this common practice?
Later this morning, Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue will address the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Environment and Climate Action to discuss a review of the 2023 Climate Action Plan. Minister McConalogue joined Shane on the show this morning.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been asked to "vacate" Frogmore Cottage, their spokesperson has confirmed. Vinny McAvinney, Broadcaster and Journalist, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning and Shane asked was this a direct result of the damning revelations in his autobiography “Spare”?
More than 200 patients were transferred to different hospitals last night after a fire at Wexford General Hospital. Shauna Bowers, Irish Times reporter, gave an update to Ciara on the show this morning.
Are we entering a new era of prestige television with more emotion and less commotion? So asks Pat Stacey, TV Critic with the Herald & Independent.ie.
A daily 11-minute brisk walk could prevent one in 10 early deaths by lowering the risk of diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and a number of cancers, research suggests. For more on this Ciara spoke to Paul Byrne who has over 30 years of fitness experience and is the owner of BodyByrne.ie joins me now.
The European Transport Safety Council has called for speed limits of 20km/h and a minimum age restriction of 16 for the use of electric scooters on our roads For more on this Ciara spoke to Dr. Suzanne Meade, Senior Engineer in TII’s Road Safety Section.
Carbon emissions in Ireland are continuing to rise despite almost 80 per cent of the goals in the State’s 2021 Climate Action Plan having been implemented. That’s according to a final progress report on the plan published yesterday. We get some reaction on the findings from Cara Augustenborg a Professor of Environmental Policy at University College Dublin and a member of the Climate Advisory council.
A major crash has happened leaving several dead after two trains collide in Greece. For the latest on this, we spoke to Lydia Emmanouilidou a Journalist based in Athens.
The term “woke” has become a common pejorative, but one man who wears the term with pride is Fergus Finlay, Former CEO of Barnardos and Irish Examiner Columnist. Fergus told Newstalk Breakfast why he is proud to call himself woke.
More than eight million people in Somalia require immediate lifesaving aid due to the impact of severe drought. Last year, over 1,000 children died in nutrition centres and the situation is set to worsen with a sixth consecutive failed rain season expected. Our reporter, Josh Crosbie is there with Trócaire to see the work that is being carried out to help those in need.
Minister of State Niall Collins will make a Dáil statement about a 2001 planning application he made to build a house. Newstalk Political Correspondent Sean Defoe gave Newstalk Breakfast an update on this.
Sanctions that would apply to online travel platforms need to be more meaningful and reflective of their income. That’s the call from John Mark McCafferty, CEO of Threshold, who will be before the Oireachtas later today
The government is expected to hold an inquiry into our handling of the COVID pandemic later in the year. To discuss this possibility Ciara spoke to Professor Sam McConkey Infectious Disease Specialist at the RCSI University of Medicine.
A plan by Education Minister Norma Foley to have 5th years sit paper one of their English and Irish exams is to be deferred. This comes after receiving much backlash from a number of teacher and student organisations. With some reaction to this announcement, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Miriam Duggan President of the ASTI.
White smoke has finally emerged as a deal has been struck between EU and UK officials on the Northern Protocol. Mícheál Martin Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence joined Shane this morning on the show.
In Ireland, liver disease is now one of the top five killers of patients, with more than half of adults living with chronic liver disease. One consultant at Beaumont Hospital is bringing awareness to what he describes as terrifying data among alcohol consumers. Speaking to Ciara this morning was Professor John Ryan, Consultant Hepatologist at Beaumont Hospital.
The much-loved Dermot Morgan, best known for his role as Father Ted, passed away 25 years ago today. We remember him this morning with his son Rob.
A deal has at last been struck between EU and UK officials on the Northern Protocol. Alex Kane, Newspaper columnist, and political commentator joined Ciara on the show with more details on this agreement.
Hannah Barnes', Author and Journalist’s new book “Time to Think”, explores what went wrong at the Gender Identity Development Service for children (Gids), at the Tavistock Clinic in North London, which is set to close its doors this Spring and she joined Shane this morning to discuss.
Thousands of Irish fans travelled to Rome this weekend to watch Ireland take on Italy in the Six Nations - but what if rather than watching it on a flatscreen TV, you could get the experience of being there, without the travel and expense? This could be the norm in the future if virtual reality takes off the way some of the Big Tech companies are envisioning it. For more on this, we heard from Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly.
40% gender quotas for political parties running candidates for election to the Oireachtas will come into force today, with the threshold rising by 10% from 30%. Joining Shane this morning was Orla O’Connor, Director of the National Women’s Council of Ireland.
“There’s now a huge, fresh interest in the tongue, and so here’s a golden opportunity to capitalise on that trend by scrapping compulsory Irish” That is the view of Brenda Power, Columnist with The Sunday Times and Daily Mail who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast along with Julian De Spainn, General Secretary of Conradh Na Gaeillge.
The European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak are to meet in London today, with the two expected to announce a deal to resolve the Northern Ireland protocol dispute. With more on this, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Matthew Parris, Columnist with The Times and former Conservative MP, and also Ben Lowry, Editor of The Belfast Newsletter.
Later today, Extinction Rebellion Ireland will kick off the first step in its 2023 campaign of nonviolent civil disobedience. Manuel Salazar, Spokesperson for Extinction Rebellion Ireland, spoke to Ciara this morning to explain what they are planning.
The waiting list for eye care remains unacceptably long. That’s according to Optometry Ireland – and their spokesperson John Weldon spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
‘I never felt pretty growing up but when you discover the origins of our beauty standards, it’s a real eye-opener. That’s according to beauty journalist and broadcaster Anita Bhagwandas who has written a book on the tyranny of modern beauty ideals. Anita joined Shane on the show this morning to chat about her new book.
Day 55 of #100DaysOfWeeking Day 55 of 100 days of walking! Every Friday we recognise some of our great ‘100 days’ community ' by crowning a walker of the week! This week's Walker of the Week is Nicola from Drogheda, She told us why she got involved.
It seems that the Government is unlikely to extend the ban on no-fault evictions at the end of next month. Will this have an impact on the current homelessness crisis? To discuss this further Shane spoke to John-Mark McCafferty is the CEO of Threshold.
“It seems that those happy to blast their inclusive values have a much harder time when it comes to the ideological other: the social conservative, the extremely devout, the economically cautious. Perhaps that really is the limit of our tolerance.” That is the view of Finn McRedmond, a Columnist with The Irish Times who spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
It was on this morning one year ago that the people of Ukraine were awoken to the sounds of air raid sirens and bombs as Russia invaded the country. But 12 months into what Vladimir Putin describes as his “special military operation,” is there any end in sight for the war? Kira Rudyk, Ukrainian MP gave her thoughts this morning 12 months on from the brutal invasion. Also speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Gerard Toal Professor of Government and International Affairs at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University.
The Dún Laoghaire Baths reopened in December, following almost two decades of local campaigning. However, with no pool and limited access for people with disabilities, concerns are being raised about the development. Newstalk reporter, Josh Crosbie, went along to a public meeting last night to meet with residents and local groups.
As we discussed on Wednesdays show, on-pitch alcohol advertising during sports matches has been banned in Ireland since 2018. However, viewers of Ireland’s recent 6 Nations win over France will have noticed the logo of Guinness Zero Zero (0.0) on the field of play. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast earlier this week Sheila Gilheany CEO of Alcohol Action Ireland told us that she believed this was the marketing of alcohol products through the back door. Cormac Healy, Director of Drinks Ireland joined us this morning with his view on these advertisements.
Water supply to 350,000 homes and businesses in North Dublin will be temporarily cut off on Sunday to facilitate the connection of a new water pipeline Tom Cuddy, Head of Asset Operations at Uisce Eireann spoke to Ciara this morning with more details on this.
'As I Remember It: Bertie Ahern & the Good Friday Agreement' is a new podcast that tells the story of the Good Friday Agreement as told by those who negotiated it and marks the first time all those involved have reunited to reflect on the negotiations in 25 years. Head to newstalk.com/goodfridayagreement.
Minister for Education, Norma Foley has announced that parents will have the right to withdraw children from the sex education curriculum – if they do not agree with the content being taught Speaking to Shane with reaction to this announcement was Alan Whelan, President of Catholic Secondary School’s Parent’s Association.
Gardaí has arrested a former GAA star who is currently at the centre of an alleged fraud scandal. With more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Amy Molloy is Public Affairs Correspondent for the Irish Independent.
Ireland has a “new” working class. They are university-educated, work in tech, and earn 'good money' but have been hit by the cost-of-living crisis and can’t get on the housing ladder. To discuss further Ciara was joined by Claire Hyland, Head of The Youth Lab at Thinkhouse.
The 2023 Dublin International Film Festival kicks off today! The festival’s Director, Grainne Humphreys joined Shane this morning and told him what should people expect to see and experience from this year's festival. – Grainne, what people can expect?
In 2023 so far, the rate of STIs has risen by 76% While Chlamydia, Genital Herpes, and Gonorrhoea remain the most common viral infections, the rate of HIV has also risen by nearly 50% year on year Dr. Derek Freedman, a Specialist in Sexually Transmitted Infections and Sexual Health spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with his reaction to these figures.
We get an update on the shooting of an off-duty police officer in Omagh last night An off-duty police officer is in a critical but stable condition in hospital after being shot in Omagh, Co Tyrone. Crime Correspondent with the Belfast Telegraph, Allison Morris
Christmas has long begun earlier than December 24th, with carols playing in November, lights up straight after Halloween and festive stores even opening during the summer. But this year, workers have mentally checked out earlier than usual - with many reportedly switching off before the 12th. Newstalk’s Sarah Madden’s been speaking to those enjoying a “Merry Slack-mas” and she sent us this report.
Turkeys across Ireland can breath a sigh of relief this year. The traditional festive fowl is being replaced on many families' Christmas menus with everything from salmon to steaks. Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports.
The Danes hold hands and sing around the Christmas tree, the Germans exchange gifts on Christmas eve. Many countries have their own festive traditions and Ukraine is much the same. Sarah Madden has visited refugees preparing for Pіздво despite the war at home, and she sent us this report.
Today is Ash Wednesday within the Christian religion, which also marks the start of Lent! This was historically widely observed in Ireland, with many people giving up comfort foods and vices as an act of penance but is this tradition still practiced? Newstalk Reporter Elaine Smith took to the streets of Cork to find out and we also heard from Leslie Shoemaker, Counselling Psychologist and Lecturer in TU Dublin – How hard is it to give up something and break a habit?
Scientists in Galway have released footage of a false widow spider killing and eating a pygmy shrew many times its size in England, in what is believed to be the first visual record of such an attack. Wildlife expert, Eanna Ni Lamhna told us more about this false widow attack.
New research from the University of Limerick showed that there is ‘no academic advantage’ to attending single-sex schools as levels of performance in maths, reading & science were compared between 5,000 students Dr. Darragh Flannery, Author of the report & Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics at Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Yesterday afternoon, the Government signed off on a €1.3 billion package of cost-of-living measures. Joining Shane this morning was Eamon Ryan Green Party Leader & Minister for Environment. Climate, Communications, and Transport.
On pitch alcohol advertising during sports matches has been banned in Ireland since 2018. However, eagle eyed viewers of Ireland’s recent 6 Nations win over France will have noticed the logo of Guinness Zero Zero (0.0) on the field of play. So, is the use of non-alcoholic beer advertising offering an alternative to alcohol? Or is it merely alcohol marketing by the backdoor? Joining Shane this morning was Sheila Gilheany CEO of Alcohol Action Ireland.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that the country is suspending its participation the in the last remaining arms control treaty between it and the United States. Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University spoke to Shane this morning and discussed how concerned should we be by this escalation.
The Government must engage in a conversation about giving Dublin teachers a special cost of living allowance to alleviate the teacher shortage in our capital according to Labour education spokesperson Aodhan Ó Ríordáin. Aodhan, how do you see this working?
Happy Pancake Tuesday! Well-known chef Clodagh Mckenna talked us through how to make the perfect pancake batter.
A new 6.4 magnitude earthquake hit parts of Turkey and Syria on Monday following the devastating earthquake two weeks ago. We get the least on the situation with Concern Aid Worker Kieran McConville is at the Turkey/Syria border and also Hamza Belfedhal is the Founder of the charity group “One Body One Ummah” and is at the Turkey/Syria border.
There is an “urgent need” for the Government to adopt a “more balanced approach” to the Ukraine refugee crisis with a quarter of the State’s tourist accommodation currently unavailable. That was the warning from Fáilte Ireland at a virtual event yesterday. Speaking to Ciara with more on this was Paul Gallagher is the Manager of Buswells Hotel in Dublin.
The new €400 million cost of living package will be signed off by Cabinet today. Parents are set to receive €100 extra in child benefit, there will be a €100 extra allowance on the Back-to-School allowance and Social Welfare recipients will receive an additional €200. Jennifer Carroll McNeill, Minister of State & Fine Gael TD, and Ged Nash, Labour Party Spokesperson on Finance.
To achieve our ambitious goals for 2050, we will need to divert money away from our current spending model. That’s the view of Former Taoiseach John Bruton who joined Ciara this morning on the show.
It’s estimated that eight million Ukrainians have fled their homes from the worst-affected provinces. Some towns and cities have been under constant shelling since last February, so many people headed as far west as they could away from the Russian border – these are called IDPs: internally displaced people. Many also arrived in the capital Kyiv where the air defense systems are better, and the alerts give citizens time to get to a shelter when there is a threat. They feel safer in the capital. A spilno is a child-focused place where families who’ve left their homes can come to take a rest, play together, and get professional advice around supports and therapy. Unicef has many of these dotted in towns and villages all over Ukraine. Sitting at a table, Sean met Irina, a mother of three who fled the Mykolaiv region early last summer. She started by telling Sean about their journey.
Virgin Media TV identified an unauthorised hacking attempt on their systems in recent days which may cause disruption to programming Speaking to Ciara this morning on Newstalk Breakfast was Kevin Curran, Professor of Cyber Security at Ulster University.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that subscription offerings are coming to Instagram and Facebook. This follows the launch of Twitter Blue. But how will it work and is it worth the monthly tariff? Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brings us the details.
The Banshees of Inisherin won four awards at last night's BAFTAs, but there was disappointment for Colin Farrell and An Cailín Ciúin. Aoife Barry, Assistant News Editor at The Journal has the latest.
Electricity supplier Pinergy has become the first energy provider in Ireland to reduce its electricity prices since 2020. We asked David Kerr, CEO of Bonkers.ie, will others energy suppliers follow suit?
An unidentified body has been found in the search for missing woman Nicola Bulley in Lancashire Enda Brady, London Journalist gave Johnathan Healy the latest on this.
The eviction ban is set to end next month but Sinn Féin’s spokesperson for Housing, Eoin Ó Broin has called on the government to extend the ban until the end of the year. But should it be extended? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Fein’s Spokesperson for Housing, and also Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Clare.
Menstruation, pregnancy, menopause, reproductive health & cosmetics are among the factors that contribute to the cost of being a woman being up to €12,000 extra year in Ireland That’s according to an article written by Joyce Fegan, Columnist with The Irish Examiner and Joyce spoke to Ciara this morning.
According to new research from the ESRI, 1 in 10 children aged 9 are living in unsuitable housing & in homes that their parents can’t afford to keep warm A further 19% were living in areas that parents deemed to have higher levels of disorder such as vandalism, litter, and antisocial behaviour Dr. James Lawrence, Senior Researcher Officer with the ESRI joined us to discuss the findings.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been forced to “pause” the Northern Ireland protocol deal amid a backlash from senior Tories and unionists. Suzanne Lynch the Chief Brussels correspondent with Politico Europe gave Ciara more details on this.
This Weeks Walker of the Week Wendy Dowling is from Glasnevin, Dublin. She told Newstalk Breakfast why she got involved...
Yesterday morning, we heard from Professor Donal O'Shea, who voiced his opposition to plans to allow 16 and 17-year-olds to register as their chosen gender without parental consent, However are his fears well founded? Ciara was joined by the CEO of TENI, Tina Kolos Orban to discuss the matter
Britain and the European Union are said to be on the cusp of a brokering a deal to resolve the contested post-Brexit arrangements. Political reporter with BBC Northern Ireland, Jayne McCormack, Chief Brussels correspondent with Politico Europe, Suzanne Lynch and DUP Brexit Spokesperson Sammy Wilson gave their reaction to Newstalk Breakfast
Regional inequality in Ireland is now at its highest level since records began. That’s according to new CSO statistics published yesterday. John Moran is a Member of the Limerick Economic Forum and a Former Board Member of the European Investment Bank and he spoke with Ciara about the urban rural divide.
Cathal Martin was 6 years old when he died of a rare crucial enzyme deficiency, his brother Ciaran has been diagnosed with the same disorder and their parents are now campaigning for the HSE to pay for ‘the world’s most expensive drug. Their father, Les Martin spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
New laws which would see health warnings on alcohol will go ahead as planned. This is despite concerns that the use of the warnings could be incompatible with EU law. Head of Coldiretti’s EU office in Brussels, Paolo Di Stefano spoke to Shane this morning about the developments and concerns of such a move.
The newly formed IrelandForAll coalition will be holding a large-scale solidarity march in Dublin tomorrow, adding that there is no place for violent extremism in Irish society. Member of the newly established group and People Before Profit TD Brid Smith discussed the event with Ciara.
Mick Wallace is under fire for failing to fully disclose financial interests. Irish Times Europe Correspondent, Naomi O’Leary shared details with Pat this morning
Ministers need to listen to doctors and not allow teenagers to self-declare their gender without parental consent. That's according to Professor Donal O’Shea, a consultant endocrinologist with the National Gender Service in Loughlinstown who talked with Ciara this morning.
Tensions are growing in the government over a delay in publishing a review on abortion laws. Green Party chair Pauline O'Reilly discuss the consequences with Shane.
With RTE publishing the list of their top ten earners, yesterday, we discuss if these high wages are justified. Columnist at the Business Post and Former Group Commercial Director of RTE, Willie O’Reilly, discussed this with Ciara.
The transport watchdog has received 229 complaints about taxis not accepting card payments since they became compulsory. Jim Waldron, spokesperson for the National Private Hire & Taxi Association spoke to Shane about this
The Dublin Airport Authority has warned it will not be able to afford extra staff needed to deal with security queues prompting concerns of considerable delays at the airport this coming summer. Editor of Air and Travel Magazine, Eoghan Corry joined Ciara to discuss.
New data from the CSO shows that in the majority of sexual and assault offences, the reported suspect is known to the victim. CEO of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre, Noeline Blackwell discussed the findings with Shane.
90-year-old Actress Sheila Flitton from the Banshees of Inisherin, will be attending the opening of ‘Dementia Café and Tranquillity Garden in Ringsend, which is being launched later today. Sheila spoke to Shane and Ciara about her career and the new ‘Dementia Café.
Fee-charging schools do not greatly enhance a student’s chances of getting into a high point, that’s according to a study by the UCS School of Psychology Barbara Ennis, Principal of Alexandra College, Dublin spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
The Government’s move to abruptly shut down a scheme providing “golden” visas for millionaire immigrants from today onwards, came after a warning that a phased closure could prompt a flood of last-minute applications. To discuss this further Ciara spoke to Sinn Féin TD Matt Carthy David Hall CEO of Icare Housin
Insurance companies have been accused of “taking motorists for a ride” by increasing premiums despite the huge fall in the cost for insurers of settling claims Director of the Alliance for Insurance Reform Peter Boland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ireland’s National Aviation Policy will be up for discussion at the Oireachtas today. But do we have too many airports in Ireland? To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Padraig Ó Ceide, Founder of Aer Lingus Regional & Former Chair of Shannon Group, and Edgar Morgenroth, Professor of Economics at DCU.
Nearly two-thirds of retail workers are earning less than €451 per week. That’s according to a new report published today by the trade union Mandate. Jonathan Hogan Assistant General Secretary with Mandate gave his reaction to these figures from the report.
Galway City Council will not be able to meet its social housing needs for the “foreseeable future”, according to its chief executive. A number of high-profile housing developments proposed by the local authority have been blocked by An Bord Pleanála in recent weeks. Speaking to Shane this morning with more on this was Mayor of Galway, Clodagh Higgins.
Home of the Year returns to our screens on RTE tonight, showcasing awe-inspiring interior design and striking architecture across Ireland. We were joined by two of the three judges, award-winning architects Amanda Bone and Hugh Wallace.
An EPA report has suggested that Ireland would need to reduce the number of livestock by 30% and rewet 90% of reclaimed land for the agriculture sector is to meet targets Tim Cullinane, President of the Irish Farmers Association, what is your reaction to this?
Has Valentine's Day become a Hallmark commercial holiday or does it still mean something? Henry McKean met couples, single people who share their stories and a relationship expert. Henry sent us this report.
Sean Canney, Independent TD for Galway East has called on Minister for Education, Norma Foley to ensure school transport plans are put in place for September to avoid last year's mess. Sean spoke to Shane this morning.
A high number of air pollution incidents were recorded in several Irish towns last year, with new figures suggesting that householders may be increasing their use of dirty fuels during the energy crisis. So found a report published by the Environmental Protection Agency. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Sadhbh O’Neill, Researcher in Climate Policy.
TDs and Senators are frustrated at the lack of co-ordination, communication about what’s happening with refugee accommodation in local communities. That’s according to Regina Doherty, Fine Gael Senator and former Minister for Social Protection who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Can online abuse in gaming be moderated? The Corporate VP of Xbox has said there is ‘no silver bullet’ to solving issues of online abuse, but said there is a commitment to safety. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us on the show this morning with the details.
There is a persistent shortage of rental homes, as market rents continue to rise - that’s according to the latest Daft.ie Rental Price Report. Economist at Trinity College Dublin & author of The Daft.ie Report, Ronan Lyons joined Shane this morning on the show with details of the report findings.
Almost one in four Garda stations across the country had fewer Gardai to tackle crime at the start of this year compared to the 12 months earlier. And 133 stations suffered a drop of 23.4% in staffing levels. Speaking to Ciara this morning on the show was Deputy General Secretary of AGSI Ronan Clougher.
The Restaurant Association of Ireland has published an economic report advocating for the government to extend the reduced 9% VAT Rate and not bring back an increase until the end of 2025. CEO of the Restaurants Association of Ireland, Adrian Cummins spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Dublin MetroLink project will have a “direct, severe, negative, profound and permanent impact” on the heritage value St Stephen’s Green. So said the Office of Public Works last week. Patrick O'Donovan is Minister of State with responsibility for Office of Public Works and the Gaeltacht and Ciara asked the Minister whether he agrees with that assessment?
Chinese-made surveillance cameras should be removed from the Dail and Seanad on national security and human rights grounds. That’s the call from opposition parties after the Irish Council for Civil Liberties raised the issue last week. Elizabeth Farries is Director of UCD’s Centre for Digital Policy and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
They formed as a comedic duo in their garden during lockdown, now they are performing sold-out shows on their “Well” tour around Ireland with upcoming shows in An Tain Arts Centre Dundalk, the Civic Theatre Tallaght & Cork Opera House. Pat and Faye Shortt joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Every Friday we recognise some of our great ‘100 days’ community ' by crowning a walker of the week! Our Walker of the Week is Alison Begas from Dublin and she told us why she got involved.
Mary Lou McDonald has been at the helm of Sinn Féin since 2018 after she succeeded Gerry Adams. Robbie Smyth, Editor of An Phoblacht and the former General Secretary of Sinn Fein, looks back on the five years on since Mary Lou became leader of Sinn Fein.
EU leaders have agreed tougher new rules making it easier to expel asylum-seekers whose refugee applications are denied. The agreement at an EU summit overnight comes in response to growing concern among member states about a surge in immigration and asylum applications. Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said refugees will be welcome but the processing system for migrants needs to be stepped up:
Mandatory sentencing “Is a blunt tool to address crime” according to the Irish Penal Reform Trust. The remark comes since questions have been raised over whether there's merit to mandatory sentencing as a teenager was spared jail in Dublin after he was involved in an attack that resulted in a woman having boiling water poured over her. Molly Joyce, The Irish Penal Reform Trust’s Acting Executive Director spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
Only one in four people working in STEM – or Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are women. As tomorrow marks International Day of Women and Girls in Science we ask what more needs to be done to get more girls working in the area. Speaking to Shane this morning was Dr. Ruth Freeman, Director of Science for Society at Science Foundation Ireland.
Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin TD has expressed his condolence to the staff at aid agency GOAL following confirmation that 26 staff members were killed in Monday’s earthquake in Türkiye and Syria. The death toll from the disaster has now topped 21,000. Mary Van Lieshout, Deputy CEO of GOAL, spoke to Ciara this morning.
He is one of Ireland’s best-known poets, storytellers, novelist, and playwright to name just a few and today marks 100 years since his birth. It was the 9th of February 1923 that marked the birth of Brendan Behan in Crumlin in Dublin and there are events taking place to mark the event. Speaking about Brendan Behan this morning was Peter Sheridan is a playwright, screenwriter and director
Government should be open to new thinking and new initiatives which will help address the current chronic housing shortage says the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. Charlotte Sheridan, President of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland
GAA fans should be allowed to purchase match tickets with cash that’s according to a new Aontú fronted Campaign For more on this Shane was joined on the show by Aontú Councillor from Cavan, Sarah O’Reilly is the founder of this campaign and also
More than 10 years after he quit the party, Bertie is set to make a return to Fianna Fail Conor Lenihan, Former Fianna Fail Minister for Science, Technology, and Innovation brings us his reaction.
“Old Irish values” mean we talk about everything but sex despite the fact that everyone is a sexual being to some degree.”, That’s the view of Donal Clifford, Psychotherapist and founder of the SALT Sex and Love Therapy in Cork who is seeing worrying levels of sex addiction through his work. Donal spoke to Ciara this morning.
The public accounts committee will today be hearing about the financial impact of the 2021 cyber attack on the HSE, but Ireland still needs to up its game to prevent future attacks. That’s the view of David Hickton Founding Director of the University of Pittsburgh Institute for Cyber Law, Policy, and Security spoke to Ciara this morning.
The death toll from, the devastating earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria continues to rise, as rescuers continue to attempt to save survivors and foreign aid pours in. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was the Turkish Ambassador to Ireland, Hakan Olcay.
40 years after the final series aired, the BBC’s Fawlty Towers is set for a reboot! John Cleese, who wrote and starred in the beloved BBC series, is set to star alongside real-life daughter Camilla Cleese in the new series. Steve Cummins Co-Founder of Zoom party.ie and Comedian gave his reaction to this news of the reboot.
The word “fake” has been painted on the 5,000-year-old granite, Lia Fáil stone on the Hill of Tara in an act of vandalism that is now under a Garda investigation. Ian Lumley, Heritage Officer at An Taisce spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The next Dáil will be the largest ever due to a significant spike in the population over the last 5 years. Ireland could have 250 TDs by the middle of the century unless there is a referendum to increase the current population limit. Odran Flynn, Political Analyst brought us more details.
The Attorney General has found that the State's legal strategy toward those charged nursing home fees was "sound, accurate, and appropriate". Sinn Fein Spokesperson for Health, David Cullinane spoke to Ciara this morning with more on this.
The Irish Times reports that there has been division over the teaching of gender identity and the use of pronouns in the updated sex education syllabus Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast were Alan Hynes, CEO of Catholic education partnership, and Dr. Siobhan O Higgins.
‘Progress in viability, affordability, vacancy, innovation, and reform.’ That’s the assessment from the newly released Housing for All update. With some reaction to this Ciara spoke to Conor Skehan, Sunday Independent Columnist and Former chair of the Housing Agency. Conor Skehan, Sunday Independent Columnist and Former chair of the Housing Agency
President Joe Biden vowed to work with Republicans at the annual State of the Union Speech to Congress last night, where he acknowledged American democracy is bruised Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Journal.ie Columnist told us more about the contents of the speech.
Overwhelmed rescuers in Turkey and Syria are still struggling to save people trapped under rubble, as the death toll from a devastating earthquake rises.
Today marks “Safer Internet Day” and Ireland's online safety charity, CyberSafeKids, has joined forces with the National Parents Council to launch its ‘Same Rules Apply’ campaign today. Alex Cooney, CEO of CyberSafeKids talked us through this campaign.
New research by Newstalk shows there are cost discrepancies across the board when enquiring about tourism-related services. Multiple operators including hotels, private apartments, car rentals and tours have different prices, on host sites, depending on the location of the search. Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie has been examining the figures and brings us this report.
It has been nearly 10 years since Limerick took up the mantle as Ireland’s national city of culture. But why has the programme not been revisited since then? Maria Fleming is Chair of the National Campaign for the Arts and explained why?
Thousands of people have been killed and many more injured after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake and several aftershocks caused widespread destruction in Turkey and Syria yesterday. For the latest, Ciara spoke to Turkey-based Journalist, Andrew Finkel.
Sinn Fein defense spokesman John Brady TD has claimed that national security is now at risk because we are unable to police Ireland’s 200-mile exclusive economic zone in the Atlantic as a result of staffing issues. Declan Power, Defense, and Security Expert explained how worrying is this arising situation.
The Late Late Show will host a special programme tonight where Ireland’s entry for the 2023 Eurovision will be selected. Charlie McGettigan Winner of 1994 Eurovision spoke to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of the selection this evening.
Day 34 of 100 days of walking! Every Friday we recognise some of our great ‘100 days’ community ' by crowing a walker of the week! This Weeks Walker of the Week is Judith Chalmers from Drogheda co. Louth - She told us how she got involved.
New, exclusive figures obtained by Newstalk show that €80.5 million was reclaimed in social welfare overpayments last year from 115,000 individuals in the state. The Department of Social Protection received 7,792 reports of social welfare fraud 123 cases were referred to the state solicitor for prosecution last year & 66 cases were finalised in court. With reaction, we spoke to Matty McGrath, Independent TD for Tipperary.
A 22-year-old Dublin woman who developed sepsis after having cosmetic surgery in Turkey last year, still has two open wounds and says that the operation “ruined” her life. Jade Cooney told her story to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Public art mural bill launched yesterday in effort to legalise Dublin street art. Sinn Féin TD Eoin Ó Broin, who worked with artist collective Subset, formally announced the proposed legislation. Willie White, Member of the Arts, Culture and Recreation Strategic Policy Committee on Dublin City Council spoke to Ciara with more on this.
Record homelessness, a housing crisis, and a refugee crisis are just some of the issues on Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien’s desk at the minute. Darragh O’Brien, Minister for Housing spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
An Tánaiste, Micheál Martin said there needs to be an “honest debate” about how far the Government goes to deal with historical wrongs by the State, speaking in the Dáil yesterday. He said the government should consider the issues of the day compared with historical failings. Gerard Craughwell, Independent Senator spoke to Ciara with his view on this issue.
The European Union’s top officials arrived in Kyiv yesterday to meet their Ukrainian counterparts ahead of a historic wartime summit taking place nearly a year after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Suzanne Lynch, POLITICO Europe’s Chief Brussels Correspondent spoke to Shane about what will happen at this summit.
Generations of Irish Families once lived "above the shop" but across our towns and cities, those same properties now lie unused and empty. Newstalk reporter Sarah Madden speaks to residents who want in and architects who want action.
Speaking at the Joint Oireachtas Agriculture Committee Ireland’s leading Dog Behaviour expert, Nanci Creedon has made calls for a “mandatory theory test” to be introduced for people seeking to obtain a dog licence. Nanci spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Figures obtained by Newstalk can reveal that Irish Rail received complaints of racism, verbal sexual harassment, assaults and drug-taking on trains last year. There was a 60 percent increase in antisocial behaviour complaints in 2022, compared to the previous year. In reaction to these figures, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Tom O’Connor, Assistant General Secretary of the National Bus and Rail Union.
The Gardaí deployed the public order unit to Finglas anti-immigration protests last night due to a raised risk of violence while the armed response unit also had a presence. Allison O’Reilly, Journalist with The Irish Examiner was there and spoke to Ciara about what she experienced.
"Why are the right-on Oscars lauding a movie that depicts the Irish as drunks and imbeciles?” Those are the words of Brendan O’Neill Chief political writer at Spike, on the Oscar-nominated film ‘Banshees of Inisherin’ and Brendan spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Tánaiste Micheál Martin has signalled support for a decriminalisation of drugs, saying he backs calls from his own TDs for a health-led approach. Two Fianna Fáil TDs, including Dublin North West TD Paul McAuliffe, have said the war on drugs is not working, and there must be a legalisation of drugs in this country. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Paul McAuliffe and also Bobby Smyth Child Psychiatrist working in adolescent addiction services in Dublin.
"Dads are capable too: We need to change how we talk about childcare if we truly want gender equality" That was the headline on a fascinating piece from Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training - The Communications Clinic and Columnist with The Sunday Independent spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Too many of Dublin city’s streets honour aristocrats, landlords, and slaveowners, Councillors Say. Green Party Councillor Janet Horner is one of these councillors and explained to Newstalk Breakfast how it all came about?
The Palestine and on Occupied Territories Bill was passed over 18 months ago and condemns the de facto annexation of Palestinian land by Israeli authorities. To date, the bill has yet to be acted upon. To discuss further Ciara spoke to People before profit TD Richard Boyd Barrett and Editor of Gript Media John McGuirk
The Cat and Dog Protection Association of Ireland has said that there’s a growing issue with feral cats having lots of kittens. They will now use funds from the Friendships Connects campaign to tackle this crisis. Carmel Rooney, Chairperson of the Cat and Dog Protection Association of Ireland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Decisions on which cost-of-living supports will continue and which will be dropped will be made by the middle of next month, the Taoiseach has said. John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin discusses the measures he foresees staying to alleviate the cost-of-living crisis. what measures do you foresee staying to alleviate the cost-of-living crisis?
The launch of the St Patrick’s Festival took place on Monday, and as with many things, many people loved what was on the show, and many had issues with it. Speaking to Shane this morning was Brian Merriman, founder of International Dublin Gay theatre Festival.
Opposition parties have called on the Government to release documents relating to an alleged failure to provide payouts to families who were illegally charged for nursing home stays. The Public Accounts Committee will meet to discuss today Brian Stanley, Chair of the Oireachtas Public Accounts Committee & Sinn Féin TD Laois/Offaly spoke to Ciara this morning with more on this.
“We’re already obsessed with the British, so sometimes we should be a little more like them” So wrote Irish Independent Columnist Frank Coughlan yesterday and Frank spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
An Oireachtas Committee heard yesterday that the ESB misapplied a support measure for 1,500 of the largest power consumers in Ireland, resulting in households being penalised with higher bills over a 12-year period. For more on this Ciara spoke to Sinead Ryan, Consumer Columnist and Host of the Home Show on Newstalk.
Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar told the Dail yesterday a decision on cost-of-living supports will be made in mid-February. The eviction ban is set to end in March having been in place since November 2022 – but should it stay or go? To debate with Shane was Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD for Dublin Southwest, and Karl Deeter, Financial Advisor, and Analyst.
We’ve been talking all morning about the origins of St.Bridgit.. Here now to answer our questions is Dolores Whelan Organiser of Bridgit of Faughart Festival.
Original programmes from Netflix are getting worse. That’s according to new data compiled by the Sunday Times which found that viewer ratings for Netflix’s original series are in a state of decline. Deirdre Molumby is Audience Editor at Independent.ie and spoke to Ciara with more on this.
Plans to change the legal status of childminders are to go before Cabinet this morning, which would mean that childminders would no longer be exempt from regulations. Childcare providers that do not comply with regulations could be shut down if the plans are approved. Tanya Ward is CEO of the Children’s Rights Alliance and joined Ciara and Shane on Newstalk Breakfast.
E extended bar opening times could have an impact on our health & emergency departments. The proposed Sale of Alcohol Bill will be in front of the cabinet today. The bill is facing further pre-legislative concern from many groups. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Dr. Owen Keane, Consultant in Emergency Medicine and Secretary for the Irish Association of Emergency Medicine.
Emirates Airlines has successfully flown a Boeing 777 with one engine entirely powered by so-called sustainable aviation fuel. The flight is the latest attempts by the industry to improve their carbon footprint which accounts for 2.5% of global emissions. Alex Macheras Aviation Analyst spoke about this historic flight.
The 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index has been released today and shows Ireland to be less affected by corruption than UK for the first time in 25 years. Ireland ranks tenth on the list of the least corrupt countries worldwide. Despite the good news, Transparency International Ireland is warning we have “no room for complacency. For more on this Ciara spoke to Chief Executive of the Irish Chapter, John Devitt.
An Irish Examiner analysis on death notices shows that we had more deaths in the period December 1st 2022 to January 25th 2023 compared to the year before. Aontú leader, Peadar Tóibín, joined Shane to discuss.
Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined Ciara this morning with her latest top tips on saving costs with your monthly phone bill.
Opposition parties have called on the Government to publish all records regarding the handling of legal claims and refunds surrounding nursing home care. Sinn Féin’s health spokesman David Cullinane joined Shane this morning.
As a new poll shows that half the Irish public are unhappy with state's handling of the refugee crisis, Peter McVerry, Founder of the Peter McVerry Trust and Russia, Ukraine & East Europe editor at The Washington Post, David Herszenhorn joined Ciara to discuss.
A new campaign is calling on everyone to learn and sing the national Anthem, Amhrán na bhFiann. Rachel J. Cooper, Author of the children’s book "Our National Anthem’ and campaign founder joined Shane on the show to discuss
As the Labour Party launches a fresh probe into Fine Gael's handling in the aftermath of the resignation of Former Minister Damien English, Labour's Party Senator and Spokesperson on Employment, Arts, Culture, Media and The Gaeltacht, Marie Sherlock joins Ciara on the line to discuss.
As toll revenue figures report increases, Paddy Comyn, Head of Communications for the AA joined Ciara to discuss what our roads and tolls might be like in 2023.
Ibec Director of Lobbying & Influence, Fergal O’Brien joined Shane this morning to discuss Ibec's new report which was out this morning.
It’s the last Friday of January which means its payday! Many of us will be thinking about booking our 2023 holidays today… but where’s the best place to go? Michelle Walsh Jackson is a travel expert with thenoveltravaller.com and has all the recommendations.
Today marks day 27 of 100 days of walking! As you may know by now, every Friday we will be recognizing some of the great 100 days community out there by crowing a walker of the week! Our Walker of the Week is Helena O’Brien from Bandon in West Cork - She told us why she's taking part.
Today is International Day in Memory of Victims of the Holocaust, 81 years on Speaking to Ciara this morning was Oliver Sears, Founder of Holocaust Awareness Ireland.
Now this week marks Cervical Cancer Prevention Week and Cervical Check is encouraging all those who are due a smear test to go out and get one. So, let's discuss the service that is being offered in this country – we are joined by Dr Sarah Fitzgibbon clinical adviser with Cervical Check...
The Historic and Archaeological Heritage Bill will mean that people committing offences near national monuments could be hit with on-the-spot fines of up to €200 John Coll, Irish Sculptor, and Owner of John Coll Sculptures spoke to Shane with his reaction to these fines been brought in.
he European Commission is taking Ireland to court for failing to adequately protect the country’s rivers and lakes and their waters. According to the commission, Ireland has been in breach of EU directives on the issue for more than 20 years. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was John Gibbons an Environmental Journalist and Commentator. John Gibbons is an Environmental Journalist and Commentator.
This week on Newstalk, we’re shining a spotlight on domestic abuse, in partnership with Allianz and Women’s Aid. Relationship red flags. What should you do if you witness or find out about a case of domestic abuse? And why do so many people ignore it’s happening? This morning Shane was joined on the show by Garda Sergent, Laura Sweeney.
Schools should be prevented from reserving places for the children of past pupils. That’s the call from Aodhan O’Riordan, the Labour Party’s Education spokesperson, who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast along with Barbara Ennis, Principal of Alexandra College in Dublin.
Attention is again turning to the accommodation crisis facing those who are arriving in Ireland seeking international protection. Homeless charities have been highlighting the pressure on services as the Citywest Transit Hub paused emergency shelter. Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie spent some time with people who have newly arrived in the country with nowhere to go.
The latest figures from the HSE say most women in Ireland are choosing to breastfeed, with 64% breastfeeding for the baby's first feed, which drops to 45.7% upon discharge and drops further to 31%, by 3 months. So, what needs to change? Lynn Carroll, La Leche League Leader spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The US has joined Germany in sending tanks to Ukraine as President Biden hails a “united” effort But what does this mean for the war? To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to David Herszenhorn, Russia, Ukraine & East Europe editor, The Washington Post and Sean Bell, Retired Air Vice-Marshal who served with the UK military and is current adviser with global defence consultants UDSS.
As part of a pilot scheme, Dublin City Council plan to service footpaths that are low quality in two neighbourhoods, Harolds Cross & Glasnevin where the elderly population is in danger of falling Will we see more of this? For more on this Ciara spoke to Cllr Mary Callaghan, Social Democrats and Former Deputy Lord Mayor of Dublin.
Owen Keegan's tenure as CEO of Dublin City Council will come to an end later this year. His successor will lead the city for at least a decade. So, what do Dubliners, artists and experts want for the capital? Newstalk Reporter, Sarah Madden dreams a little with the locals.
Tradfest Templebar is back today and running all week until Sunday. It’s a festival aiming to showcase the best of traditional and folk music in Ireland. Not only that but there are up to 50 free gigs around the capital this week! To hear what you can enjoy Shane spoke to CEO of Temple Bar Company, Martin Harte.
According to research from the University of Galway, Limerick City and Ennis are among the areas exceeding World Health Organisation air pollution standards Anne Cronin, Public Health Researcher and Founder of the Limerick Cycle Bus spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with a reaction to these findings.
GoVegan World advertisements on the side of Dublin busses are ‘BS’ and ‘Childish’. That’s according to Independent TD Michael Collins, who says the adverts promoting veganism are an attack on the agriculture industry and he spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on his views. ** We’re also joined by Sandra Higgins, Director of GoVegan World...
The number of breaches or omissions of election rules admitted by Minister for Public Expenditure Paschal Donohoe has increased to five after an eight-minute address given to the Dáil yesterday. But does this finally put the matter to bed? For more on this Shane spoke to Simon Harris is Minister for Justice and Further and Higher Education and also Paul Murphy is a People Before Profit TD.
Irish Rail should provide its own catering service if it can’t find a suitable provider. That’s the view of Sinn Féin TD Thomas Gould, who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Germany and the United States are expected to make landmark pledges to supply Ukraine with advanced western battle tanks, paving the way for their allies to follow suit. Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University brought us more details on this decision.
270 Principals and Deputy Principals from Ireland’s sixteen Education and Training Boards are to set out the key elements of Senior Cycle Reform during a two-day conference beginning in Sligo today. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Paul Fields the Director of Schools with the ETBI.
Do you have a surly teenager at home? Well no need to worry, according to the University of Michigan it is just their inner ape! A study has shown teens and chimps share the same risk-taking behaviors! Joining us on the show was Gill Hines, Education, and Parenting Consultant and Author.
The buzz has been building for a few months, but this evening we’ll know who the nominees are for this year’s Oscars! Aoife Barry, Assistant News Editor at the Journal spoke to Newstalk ahead of the Oscar nominees reveal.
Figures from the SEAI have shown that shallow retrofits in 2022 were below 2011 levels, the figures have dropped by up to 78,000 since 2011. But is there enough being done to incentivise people to retrofit their homes? Tom Parlon, Director General at Construction Industry Federation spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly will today bring the Human Tissue Bill before the Dáil - the bill would see organ donation changed from an opt-in to an opt-out system. Minister Donnelly spoke to Ciara with more on this and more.
The government’s attempt to liberalise pub licences will see more rural pubs die off. That’s according to the Licensed Vintners’ Association, which will appear before the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice later today to discuss the Government’s proposed Sale of Alcohol Bill. Talking to Shane this morning was Donal O’Keefe is Chief Executive of the Licensed Vintners Association.
Demand for taxis in Ireland is likely to continue to significantly outstrip supply in 2023, Uber’s Ireland boss has warned as new polling highlights issues faced by Irish taxi passengers. Uber General Manager, Kieran Harte spoke to Ciara this morning.
Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe is set to give a “comprehensive account” of the controversy over his election expenses to the Dáil later today. But how damaging will the issue prove to be for the Minister and the government in the coming weeks and months? With more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Shane Ross is a Former Minister for Transport and political commentator.
As we come to the end of January, some of our New Year’s resolutions have fallen by the wayside, but our Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joins us now with some simple steps you can take that will make a lasting impact on your digital life in 2023
Now this week marks European Cervical Cancer Prevention and Cervical Check in encouraging all those who are due a smear test to go out and get one. And that is just what Ciara did in the past couple of weeks.
According to the Garda Representative Association, there has been a societal change of aggression towards the Gardaí, what are the solutions? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Tony Gallagher, Ex Garda Inspector, Chairman of Dubhlinn, and member of Ashtree Risk Group.
A large number of children and adolescents seeking mental health treatment don’t receive necessary follow-up care. That’s according to an interim report into the provision of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services published by the Mental Health Commission this morning. With reaction to the report findings, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Stella O’Malley Psychotherapist and Author, and also Brendan Kelly Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin and Author of In Search of Madness.
You can’t tell jokes like you used to — and thank God for that” says author & columnist Seamus O’Reilly in his recent article for The Irish Examiner. Recently this very thing has been in the forefront of the media as we spoke to Presenter Emer O’Neill last week about her negative experience at a Tommy Tiernan gig. It got us thinking ourselves if there should be limits when it comes to comedy. Comedian and Co Founder of zoomparty.ie Steve Cummins & Author and columnist with The Irish Examiner, Seamus O’Reilly
Underage porn epidemic in Ireland is damaging our children for life Unfettered access to X-rated videos on their phones is giving youngsters a warped, dangerous view of sex, according to The Sunday Times Dr. Martin Daveron, Executive Director of Cork’s Sexual Health Centre spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
The campaign by Sinn Féin to target Minister Paschal Donohoe is nothing more than a cynical attempt to tarnish the reputation of a committed public servant and will not succeed, Mayo Fine Gael TD Micheal Ring has said and he spoke to Shane this morning.
Gardaí is investigating a fatal attack on an 89-year-old patient by an agitated younger patient in a Cork hospital. For more on this Ciara spoke to Barry Roche, Southern Correspondent with the Irish Times.
Today marks day 20 of 100 days of walking! Every Friday we choose our walker of the week and today we heard from Mary Prosser from Dublin.
Can a sleep divorce save your marriage without killing your sex life? Tanya Sweeney wrote about the benefits of sleeping separately in the Irish Independent today. To discuss this further Ciara spoke to Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic and Columnist with the Irish Examiner.
Public Expenditure Minister Paschal Donohoe is to give yet another statement on his election expenses to the Dáil next Tuesday after he confirmed he has more to add to the record after his address to the chamber on Wednesday night. The controversy erupted earlier this week after it emerged Minister Donohoe failed to declare services provided to him during the 2016 General Election with the Standards in Public Office Commission. Pearse Doherty Sinn Fein Spokesperson for Finance spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
he Irish independent has comprised a list of Ireland’s Top 10 beaches for 2023. We at Newstalk Breakfast took to Twitter to ask you what you think Ireland’s best beach was and you answered with a number of beaches, with top mentions going to Keem Bay in Mayo, Curracloe, Wexford, and Waterford beaches, Clonea Strand and Dunmore East. To chat about the best beaches Ciara was joined by Heather Snelgar, Editor of Outsider.ie.
Minister for Integration, Roderic O’Gorman has said that any asylum seeker arriving in Ireland for the next month may have to live on the streets as there is a “very real risk” government will not be able to accommodate them. To react to this statement, Shane was joined by Fianna Fail TD Cathal Crowe. and CEO of Doras, John Lannon
Today marks the midway point of Joe Biden’s Presidency of the United States, but has his term in office been a success thus far? Mick Mulvaney former chief of staff for Donald Trump joined Shane on the show. Mick – how would you assess the 2 years of Joe Biden’s presidency.
A meeting to discuss the unacceptable Level of Aircraft Noise Pollution emanating from the current operation of Dublin Airport was held yesterday evening. Shane spoke to Michael O’Rourke from St Margarets and The Ward resident's association, who chaired the meeting.
The latest deadline for the formation of a new Stormont executive has passed as impasse continues due to the DUP’s refusal to renter power sharing due to the Northern Protocol. However, the British government’s Northern Ireland secretary Chris Heaton-Harris has indicated that he will delay a decision on calling another election. Speaking to Ciara this morning with more on this was Ben Lowry Editor of The Belfast Newsletter and Brian Feeney Irish News Columnist and Political Commentator.
Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Paschal Donohoe went before the Dáil yesterday evening and gave a statement in relation to issues surrounding his expenses declaration from the 2016 General Election campaign. In that statement, he acknowledged that he made a "clear mistake" and said he sincerely regrets the controversy and the role he played in it. Speaking to Shane this morning was People Before Profit TD, Paul Murphy, Minster of State, Fine Gael TD, and also Jennifer Carroll MacNeill. - Minister of State for Financial Services, Credit Unions & Insurance. Fine Gael TD.
Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan has today launched the Government’s first Electric Vehicles Charging Infrastructure Strategy. The project will see €100 million spent on public charging infrastructure over the next three years. Minister Eamon Ryan spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about the strategy. And Eamon Ryan joins us now
We have a national right and duty to determine migration policy Our government must exercise that right carefully. Half-thought-out proposals to extend asylum rights to climate refugees are not helpful. That is the view of Michael McDowell, Senator, Former Tanaiste and Minister for Justice who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
All this week on Newstalk we have brought you the latest figures on social housing allocations and supply. On Monday, we heard how there were more than 1,500 refusals on homes last year. Today our reporter Josh Crosbie has obtained figures on under-occupied social housing units.
Flight prices to rise and potential chaos ahead in Dublin Airport? - what does the summer hold for tourism and travel? Ciara spoke to Chief Executive at Irish Tourism Industry Confederation, Eoghan O’Mara Walsh.
Unemployment fell to 4.2% in Ireland last year. That 21-year low is good news for workers, but bad news for employers struggling to fill vacant positions. Newstalk Reporter Sarah Madden speaks to those taking drastic measures amid industry wide staff shortages.
Remote working is not working, that’s according to British Chief of Citigroup, Jane Fraser. She said slackers should be hauled back into the office until their productivity improves. To discuss this further we heard from Peter Cosgrove, Managing director at Futurewise.
‘Spare’ by Prince Harry is Ireland’s best-selling non-fiction book since records began as it sold over twenty thousand, five hundred copies in its first week. Jonathan spoke to the Managing Director of Penguin Random House Ireland, Michael McLoughlin.
The Cabinet is looking at a bill this morning which seeks to criminalise grooming children into crime gangs. People found guilty of grooming children into a life of crime will face up to five years under proposed new laws. With reaction to this new proposed laws was Former Garda Assistant Commissioner for Dublin, Dr. Pat Leahy.
The managing director of renewable energy firm Strategic Power Projects, Paul Carson has warned national energy projects should not be curtailed because of concerns from a small number of people and Paul spoke to Jonathan this morning on the show.
'All the staff in the world won’t fix Cork's roads,' - that was the stark warning from Cork County Councillors from the council’s director of roads. Councillors in the North Cork region who said many roads in their area had been hit by potholes, resulting in damage to cars and lorries as well as leading to accidents. Deirdre O’Brien, Fianna Fáil councillor in Cork County Council told Newstalk how bad the roads are.
The introduction of Safe Access Zones outside clinics offering abortion services will today be discussed at the Oireachtas Health Committee. 5 years on from the repealing of the 8th amendment, no laws on safe access zones which would ban protest outside clinics have been enacted despite then Health Minister Simon Harris ensuring they would be. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr Trish Horgan, GP in Cork and provider of early medical abortion.
Siobhan McLaughlin was murdered by her husband, Brian Kearney in 2006, he will be up for parole in the next couple of weeks Her heartbroken sister, Aisling McLaughlin spoke to Ciara this morning about how she and her family are feeling.
he Dáil returns this week and one man who is now in a new portfolio in government is Simon Coveney who has taken up the role of Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment. Minister Coveney spoke to Shane about his new position.
New data shows that 2022 was the fifth hottest year for Europe since records began. But scientists are warning that 2023 could be even warmer, as a climate phenomenon called El Niño takes hold making it “very likely” the world will exceed 1.5C of warming. With more on these findings Newstalk Breakfast spoke to John Sweeney, Climatologist and Professor Emeritus at Maynooth University.
There will be no booze ban at the Aviva Stadium during the Six Nations after a survey found 70% of rugby fans would not support a ban on bringing alcohol to your seat in the stadium. The survey was carried out by the IRFU in response to some criticism of the impact alcohol was having on the match day experience for some fans. One of those who was critical is Gerry Thornley Irish Times Rugby Correspondent who spoke to Ciara this morning on the show
Rural TDs and the hotel industry are gearing up to fight a plan to bring in a new hotel room tax in Dublin after a report published yesterday revealed that a tax on overnight accommodation could raise more than €12 million a year for the capital. Daithi Doolan is a Sinn Féin Councillor for Ballyfermot-Drimnagh
Less than half of 2,000 illegal dumping fines in Dublin have been paid in two years. The issue of illegal dumping is one that Ballymun Councilor Noeleen Rielly says can send people into the "depths of depression". and Noeleen spoke to Shane this morning with more on this.
Research published today by the Economic and Social Research Institute has found that extending free GP care to all in 2026 would cost the State between €381 million and €881 million. Dr. Sheelah Connolly, Senior Research Officer with ESRI spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
A status yellow ice warning is in place for the country until noon today, However, Met Eireann says temperatures could drop as low as -6C in places over the next few days. Met Eireann Forecaster, Michelle Dillon gave us more details on what we might expect this week.
Last year more than 1,500 social housing offers were refused. New figures obtained by Newstalk show the number of people declining a house is rising, since 2019. Our reporter Josh Crosbie has been sourcing these figures and he found out how big of a problem is this.
Minister for Public Expenditure Paschal Donohoe has announced that he has recused himself from all duties relating to the Standards in Public Office Commission while a complaint against him is examined. The move is due to a revelation that Minister Donohue failed to declare services provided to him during his electoral campaign in 2016, worth over one thousand euro. The discovery was made after a complaint was filed against the Minister to SIPO. Louise O'Reilly Sinn Féin spokesperson on Enterprise, Trade, & Employment spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
It has been reported in Dublin Live this week that Dublin woman Aanchal Mohtra has been left traumatised after being physically and verbally assaulted by three girl group of teenage girls on the Luas last week. Aanchal told Shane about what she experienced.
“Wellness is a result of a lack of responsibly for women by employers and the government” that’s according to journalist and author Suzanne Harrington who spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Ireland’s two richest people have more wealth €15 billion than the 50% of the population at the poorest end, who altogether have €10.3 billion. - That’s according to a report published today by Oxfam. Oxfam Irelands CEO, Jim Clarken explained their findings.
At least 68 people died when a plane in Nepal crashed and caught fire on Sunday morning, the worst air crash in the country in three decades. The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal said a man traveling on an Irish passport was among the passengers on the plane, which was carrying a total of 72 people. Gerry Byrne Aviation journalist brought us the latest details.
Almost 55,000 mortgages to the value of €14.9 billion were approved last year, - that’s according to a report today published by Banking & Payments Federation Ireland. Brian Hayes, Chief Executive of Banking & Payments Federation Ireland is the highest level since the data began in 2011 and he outlines the key findings.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar says he is hopeful a deal can be reached for the Northern Ireland Protocol after meeting with Stormont Party Leaders. It comes as the British government published legislation on the use of border control posts at Northern ports Shane spoke to Gavin Robinson the DUP MP for Belfast East on the show this morning.
Today marks day 13 of 100 days of walking! Every Friday we will be choosing one of you as Walker of the Week and will hear why you got involved. This week's Walker of the Week is Jackie Nix from Limerick.
Farmers and wine producers in Italy have criticised plans to introduce health warnings on alcohol. Coldiretti, Italy’s biggest farmers’ association, described the “terrifying” warnings as a “direct attack” against the country. Paolo Di Stefano – Head of Coldiretti’s EU office in Brussels told Shaney why they were not happy.
Traffic was blocked on parts of the M50 yesterday evening as a group blocked parts of the roadway, protesting against accommodation for refugees and international protection applicants. This was one of a number of protests which also took place in Clondalkin, Tallaght, East Wall, and Fermoy. With reaction to these protests we heard from Gary Gannon is a Social Democrats TD for Dublin Central.
Cases of Covid-19 and RSV are beginning to level off but it is too early to tell if the same can be said for flu. That’s according to the HSE also confirmed that total admissions into hospitals were running 10% higher than their previous “most pessimistic model.” Stephen Mulvany HSE Interim Chief Executive Officer spoke to Ciara this morning.
Charging for use of entire road network is being considered by Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII). If approved, this would involve the removal of all existing road tolls and would see all motorists charged for using roads throughout the national road network. A savvy climate-friendly initiative or just another tax on the road user? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Independent TD for County Kerry Michael Healy Rae and Environmental Journalist and Commentator, John Gibbons.
“Andrew Tate and the hysteria of modern feminism. No, the misogynist influencer is not producing a generation of rapists.” That is the title of an article written by Political Journalist, Author and Contributor to Spiked Online, Ella Whelan who joined Ciara this morning.
Newstalk Breakfast has been remembering Ashling Murphy on the first anniversary of her death. Ashling’s death shocked the nation to its core and sparked a dialogue in our society about how we tackle violence against women. The Government promised a “zero-tolerance” strategy to tackle domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence – a year on how has that progressed? To discuss we spoke to Josepha Madigan, Minister for State, Anne Clarke CEO of Offaly Domestic Violence Support Services, and Board Member of Safe Ireland and Ewa Fitzgerald, CEO of Move Ireland.
It is expected that many of the hotels being used to house refugees will return to the tourist trade in March and April. That was the warning from Integration Minister Roderic O’Gorman to his cabinet colleagues yesterday. Dr. Lorcan Sirr Senior Lecturer in housing at the Technological University Dublin and member of the government’s Expert Advisory Group on ending Direct Provision discussed this morning with Newstalk Breakfast.
‘Why is the Irish language so widely abused on public signs?’- that is the title of an article written by Sinéad Ní Ghuidhir from Ollscoil na Gaillimhe. The article has gained support from many people within Irish language circles including Aodhán Ó’ Deá Director of Development with Conradh na Gaeilge who spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Nationalist parties in the North did not attend talks in Belfast with British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly yesterday. The walkout occurred after Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald was excluded from the talks. Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
There is one thing that Leo Varadkar can do as Taoiseach that his predecessor could not: he can offer a State apology for the execution without trial of Rory O’Connor, Liam Mellows, Richard Barrett, and Joe McKelvey during the Civil War. That’s the opinion of Ronan McGreevy Irish Times Journalist, Historian, and Author of the book “Great Hatred: The Assassination of Field Marshal Sir Henry Wilson MP”
The use of private aeroplanes should be banned in Irish airspace. That’s the view of Liam Sinclair, An Rabharta Glas Councillor for South Dublin County Council, who submitted a motion calling for the Ministers of Defence and Transport to act on his proposal and spoke to Shane this morning.
A “fear factor” where a doctor is concerned about adverse outcomes and risk of being sued is among factors driving the steady rise in first-time mothers giving birth by caesarean section in Ireland, according to a study. Sunita Panda, Assistant Professor in Midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery, and lead author of the study told us earlier about other factors that influence the decision of professionals to perform a C-section, according to the findings. Also joining Ciara this morning was Professor Maeve Eogan, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Rotunda Hospital.
Damien Broderick, Men’s Lifestyle Influencer is encouraging his fellow Dubs to take a bit more pride in what they wear around the city He wants to encourage young men to make braver and more individual choices when it comes to what they wear. Damien joined us on the show.
Yesterday it was the price of a pint of Guinness which saw a hike but today An Post has announced the price of a stamp is also set to rise. From the first of February, a standard stamp will increase by 10c to €1.35, an 8% rise. David McRedmond, CEO of An Post spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Some parts of Ireland saw just an 8% uptake in the second Covid booster. That’s according to new stats from the CSO up to the end of November which put the highest uptake at 33% in Rathfarnham-Templeogue. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr. Lucy Jessop Consultant in Public Health Medicine at the HSE’s National Immunisation Office.
An attempt by the Green Party’s two elected members on Cork County Council, to get support of their colleagues for a letter that would ask the Agriculture Minister, Charlie Mcconlogue to ban live hare coursing was met with an almost unanimous rejection this week. Cork Green Party Councillor Alan O’Connor, put forward the motion, which was dismissed by a large majority of council members including County Cork Fine Gael Councillor, Eileen Lynch. Both spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
The Banshees of Inisherin dominated the Golden Globe awards with Colin Farrell winning Best Actor, Best Screenplay of a motion picture and Musical or Comedy Motion Picture Jeanne Wolf, Hollywood Journalist brought us all the details from the awards.
The Mandate Trade Union has today called for the abolition of the sub-minimum rates of the National Minimum Wage which the union says are discriminatory and disrespectful towards younger workers. The union’s Assistant General Secretary, Jonathan Hogan spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Mask-wearing should be compulsory for January and February on public transport and in congregated settings according to Labour Party Health spokesman, Duncan Smith who spoke to Shane this morning. .
Over the weekend that a number of protests took place against asylum seekers being accommodated in hotels. For the third night in a row, a demonstration took place in Ballymun our reporter Josh Crosbie was there and he joined us in the studio to tell how what he observed.
The Alliance for Insurance Reform is calling on insurers to pass on the benefits of what they’re calling a dramatic reduction in claims to policyholders. We caught up with Peter Boland, Director of the Alliance for Insurance Reform.
Politicians have been told to consider carrying panic alarms and to vary the routes they travel as the Government assesses whether to pay for increased security measures. The advice comes in the wake of an incident involving Minister Anne Rabitte and Ciaran Cannon, Fine Gael TD last week. Martin Kenny, Sinn Fein TD for Sligo-Leitrim and Sinn Fein gave his view this morning on the show.
“Record 569 people on trolleys in Irish hospitals” , you might think that is a headline from 2023 but no you’d be wrong – That is actually a headline from the 5th of January 2011. Fast forward 12 years to last Tuesday when a new record was set – 931 was the new highest-ever figure reported by the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation. So is there any fix in sight for what has become Ireland’s annual trolley crisis? Dr. Brendan O’Shea Kildare GP and Assistant Professor in Public Health and Primary Care at Trinity College Dublin spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
“It’s time for a return to the forgotten tradition of ‘Long Christmas’ because January should be a time for geniality, cheerfulness, and gentle gluttony, not shivering abstinence made worse by a rigorous fitness regime” That’s the view of Journalist Melanie McDonagh who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The ozone layer over the Earth is on track to recover in the next four decades but it faces potential fresh threats from chemicals released by new technologies. Speaking to Shane was a Professor in Environmental Policy at University College Dublin and a member of the Climate Advisory Council, Cara Augustenborg.
The first cases of a new Covid-19 subvariant that is causing concern internationally have been detected in Ireland. Ciara spoke to the Professor of Immunology and Director of the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Health Research at Maynooth University, Paul Moynagh.
The 14th season of Room to Improve aired last night with our next guest making a welcome return to our screens! Dermot Bannon, Presenter of Room to Improve, what can we expect from this series?
Owners of e-bikes and e-scooters are being advised to stay below twenty-five kilometres an hour, or else they face paying tax and insurance. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator and Former Director of Consumer Affairs for AA Ireland.
The HSE needs to scale up its use of private beds to tackle the ongoing trolley crisis. That was the view of Minister of State Jack Chambers speaking yesterday. Dr. Colm Henry, Chief Clinical Officer with the HSE spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
iews of Irish boys as young as seven being ‘conditioned’ by disgraced influencer Andrew Tate according to an article in The Sunday Times. But is there a way to un-do this learning? Danielle McKenna is the Project Manager of the Rialto Youth Project who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
MetroLink will lay waste to chunks of the city centre but won’t integrate city transportation That is the view of Frank McDonald Author, Journalist and former Environment Editor of The Irish Times Frank McDonald joins us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Pinergy has become latest energy supplier to up its prices, as electricity is to rise by 18% from today. This comes despite a fall in wholesale energy prices – So what does this mean for your pocket in 2023? Ciara was joined this morning by Energy Economist at the ESRI, Muireann Lynch.
Ireland is beginning to clean up its act! That’s according to the latest survey results monitoring litter around the country. Conor Horgan, Spokesperson for Irish Business Against Litter gave Shane a breakdown.
Today marks day 6 of 100 days of walking! Every Friday we will be recognizing some of the great 100 days community out there, as every Friday we will be crowing a walker of the week! Our first walker of the week of 2023 is Tara Spain from Barna in Galway. She told us why she's taking part..
Prince Harry’s tell-all autobiography “Spare” was set to be released on the 10th of January; however, copies of the book were released in Spain yesterday. He allegedly made a series of sensational claims of longstanding grievances and bitterness against Prince William, his father, Prince Charles, Camilla, and Princess Diana. Chris Ship, ITV News Royal Editor spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
As was reported in the Examiner yesterday, an elderly woman had to wait 27 hours for a trolley at University Hospital Limerick. Her daughter Marie O’Connor spoke to Ciara about her mothers' exprience.
Online gambling among young males in Ireland quadruples between the ages of 17 and 20, according to a new study from the ESRI. Professor Colin O’Gara is an Addiction Psychiatrist At St John Of Gods Hospital & Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at UCD spoke to Ciara this morning.
Health staff have been told to make themselves available for weekend work over the next two or three weeks, as overcrowding issues continue in hospitals across the country. Speaking to Shane was Stephen Mulvany, HSE Interim Chief Executive Officer.
Road space will be reallocated to cyclists across the southeast of Dublin city, with measures including the removal of bus lanes in Ranelagh and car parking at Merrion Square, under new Dublin City Council “active travel” plans. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Associate Professor School of Engineering at Trinity College, Brian Caulfield.
Separating children with additional educational needs from mainstream classes is "setting them up for a fall". That’s the view of Anne Marie Ford, Principal of Scoil Naomh Colmcille in Togher, Co Louth who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A Lebanese military court has pressed charges against seven people allegedly involved in the attack on Irish peacekeepers in South Lebanon which killed Private Seán Rooney and seriously injured Trooper Shane Kearney. Joining Ciara from Lebanon was journalist Hannah McCarthy
First Dates Ireland is back on our screens tomorrow evening, with a host of new singletons set to take to the restaurant in the hope of finding romance. Alice Marr First Dates waitress spoke to Shane this morning on the return of the show.
Minister for Finance Michael McGrath confirmed that the government is considering extending inflation supports to homes and businesses after State finances recorded a €5 billion surplus for 2022 Seamus Coffey is the Former Chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council and Lecturer in Economics at UCC discussed this further.
Yesterday, 838 patients were waiting on trolleys across the country in our emergency departments, the second-highest figure ever recorded after Tuesday’s figure of 931 It comes as Health Minister Stephen Donnelly says the crisis is “likely” to get worse while also calling for consultants to work weekends. For reaction, we spoke to Mick Molloy a Consultant in emergency medicine and disaster medicine specialist, a former IMO president and current member of their Consultant Committee, and David Cullinane, Sinn Fein Health Spokesperson.
Cristiano Ronaldo should speak about human rights issues in Saudi Arabia after his big-money move to the country. So says Amnesty International, who released a statement saying the football star’s signing is part of a wider pattern of sports washing in the oil-rich country. Irish Independent Columnist Frank Coughlan spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss this further.
The Workplace Bullying Institute in the UK has found that women are bullied up to 80 percent of the time by other women in the workplace, while other studies have shown that women who report to women experience a greater frequency of bullying So much so, the term has been coined as “Queen bee syndrome” But how common is it here in Ireland? To discuss Caroline Reidy, HR and Employment Law Expert from the HR Suite spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ireland should give serious consideration to the potential role for nuclear energy to help achieve our ambition for a net-zero power system. So said Eirgrid chief executive Mark Foley yesterday. William Reville an Emeritus professor of biochemistry at UCC spoke to Ciara this morning.
An estimated 60,000 people are expected to attend the funeral of Pope Benedict XVI in St. Peter’s Square later this morning. One of these attendees is Bree Dail, Rome Correspondent with The Daily Wire who joined us live from Rome this morning.
Europe has been experiencing a major heatwave to start the year which have seen a number of January temperature records broken. Cities from Berlin to Warsaw have experienced their warmest-ever start to the month. Cara Augustenborg is a Professor of Environmental Policy at University College Dublin and a member of the Climate Advisory council and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning,
Cork County Council veterinary officers are calling for dog insurance to be made compulsory, due to the worrying rise in dog attacks on humans and livestock. North Cork Fianna Fail, Bernard Moynihan joined Ciara on the show this morning.
Today marks the one-year anniversary of the introduction of minimum unit pricing for alcohol in Ireland. The measure aims to reduce the sale of very strong alcohol products at very low prices and is one part of many measures introduced through the Public Health Alcohol Act 2018 – but what needs to be done to ensure successful implementation? Speaking to Ciara this morning was Sheila Gilheany, CEO of Alcohol Action Ireland.
Last night, Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly described the overcrowding crisis in Irish hospitals as a "perfect storm" of flu, RSV, Covid and the normal pressures facing hospitals His comments come as a record 931 admitted patients were left waiting for hospital beds across the country yesterday Ciara spoke to Dr Lisa Cunningham, Consultant in Emergency medicine in Mayo University Hospital, and Colm Burke, Fine Gael spokesperson on Health.
From this week, cigarette manufacturers are being charged for the cost of cleaning up cigarette butt litter. But should tobacco companies pay the volunteers who pick up cigarette butts? Harriet Donnelly runs the charity Flossie and the Beach Cleaners and spoke to Ciara with more on this.
House prices in 2022 rose by over 6% - that’s according to the latest Daft.ie Sales Report. Galway City had the biggest rise at 8% while Dublin rose by 5%. Ronan Lyons, Economist at Trinity College Dublin & author of The Daft.ie Report and spoke to Ciara with more insight into the findings.
Gardaí have made four further arrests in their investigation into a violent incident in a direct provision centre in Killarney on Sunday night, bringing the total number arrested to six. For more on this, Ciara was joined by Niall O’Callaghan, local councillor and hotelier
atholic bishops have expressed concern over the ability of Catholic primary schools to remain true to their ethos following the removal of the so-called “baptism barrier”. Almost 90% of primary schools are currently under Catholic patronage, while about 5% have a multi-denominational ethos. Alan Whelan, President of the Catholic Secondary Schools parents association outlined what these concerns are.
The killing of Brazilian woman Bruna Fonseca in Cork over the weekend brings to 11 the number of women who have been killed in Ireland since the death of Ashling Murphy a year ago Is Ireland doing enough to combat violence against women? Margaret Martin, Chair of the National Women’s Council and formerly the Director of Women’s Aid spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Medics have said the overcrowding situation in Irish hospitals will get worse this month before it gets better. The public has been urged to wear masks and get flu jabs or Covid boosters to help to protect overcrowded hospital wards with high volumes of patients suffering from severe flu and Covid-19. Damien McCallion, Chief Operations Officer with the HSE
Leinster rugby issued an apology immediately after the controversial Wolfe Tones song “Celtic Symphony” was played at the RDS after their win over Connacht on Sunday. But should they have had to do so? Brian Warfield is the Lead songwriter for the Wolf Tones spoke to Ciara this morning,
Fifty years ago, in January 1973, Ireland formally joined the European Economic Community, which today is the European Union. But what is our legacy in the EU, and should we remain there for another half-century? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast Former Senior Irish Diplomat Ray Bassett.
Minister for Environment, Eamon Ryan has backed plans for a 30% cut to school car journeys, responding to proposals in the latest Climate Action Plan. He says the target will be met through providing better bus services and active travel options rather than blaming motorists Sadhbh O’Neill, Researcher in Climate Policy spoke to Shane this morning.
We are just 2 sleeps to Christmas Day but all eyes will be on the skies tomorrow to see if Santa can make his arrival. Laura Downey is an Air Traffic Controller with the Irish Aviation Authority working out of Dublin Airport and she joined us on the show this monring.
A National Crisis Management Team has been put in place to oversee the response to an expected surge in winter virus infections over the coming weeks, which the HSE says is likely to put the health service under the highest pressure it has ever experienced. Damien McCallion is Chief Operations Officer with the HSE and joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Thousands of Ukrainian children will be spending their first Christmas in Ireland this year. While they may have a new address, Santa will still be delivering toys to all boys and girls on Christmas eve. We spoke to Max, Liza & Maria, who are living here in Ireland, to hear what they are asking for, from the man in the red coat...
It won’t be a "White Christmas” this year but there could be snow on the horizon in the coming week after the big day. Michelle Dillon Met Eireann Forecaster joined us on the show.
The RSA is receiving thousands of queries from TDs over 'shocking' driving test delays. Independent TD Mattie McGrath joined Shane on the show this morning.
Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue has launched a new initiative to ask the public what they think should be done to control the nation’s spiralling deer population. But is culling the solution? John Tierney is Campaigns Director at the Association of Hunt Saboteurs and Tim Cullinane is President of the IFA both joined us on the show to discuss.
Christmas Dinner! – the best and most highly anticipated meal of the year. With such fanfare surrounding around it how can we ensure that everyone is happy? Ciara was joined by Chef, Author and founder of Ballymaloe Cookery School, Darina Allen
The festive season is the one time when the whole family can gather round and enjoy the best TV shows and movies together. To give us the guide to the best TV over the next week Sarina Bellisimo, Broadcaster & Presenter of The Bellissimo Files joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The annual Dublin Simon Busk will be coming to the city centre once again on Christmas Eve, and this year it’ll be livestreamed! Aisling Harmey is Head of Fundraising & Communications at Dublin Simon Community spoke to Shane this morning.
As Christmas day approaches, Sean Moynihan, CEO of Alone joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to tell us how we can look out for our elderly relative neighbours this year.
Irish language film An Cailín Ciúin has just made history! It becomes the first Irish-language film to be shortlisted for the Best International Feature Oscar. Colm Bairéad, Writer and Director spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Silly season is in full swing, and it is of course the time of year to – eat, drink and be merry. But how can we enjoy ourselves whilst also keeping an eye on our health? Ciara spoke to registered Dietitian, Richelle Flanagan.
Many of us are heading on the Christmas holidays from today but for homeless services, it will be an extremely busy period. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Pat Doyle CEO of the Peter McVerry.
Three girls were travelling from Galway to Kerry, but disaster struck when they missed their connecting trains. Tired, cold, and upset about the prospect of not getting home, an unlikely hero came and saved the day. Cara Ní Chofaigh told Newstalk Breakfast what happened.
Mr Justice Brian O’Moore ordered the release of Enoch Burke from Mountjoy Prison last night, where he has spent the last 108 days for contempt of court. The High Court Judge made the ruling saying he was ‘exploiting his imprisonment for his own ends’. Shane Phelan, Legal Affairs Correspondent for the Irish Independent gave us more details on this.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was in Washington last night and held a joint press conference with US president Joe Biden before addressing the US congress. It marks the first state visit for the Ukrainian President since the war started 300 days ago. Anthony Zurcher BBC North America Correspondent told us about the visit.
Chief Medical Officer Breda Smyth has appealed to people to stay at home if they have flu-like symptoms and to return to wearing masks on public transport. So how deeply is the uptick in the infection being felt? Illona Duffy is a Monaghan-based GP spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
It was announced yesterday that the government were examining ways to cut transport carbon emissions. Among the proposals was to end free workplace parking. But what will this mean for workers? Labour Party Senator, Marie Sherlock spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Ireland’s biggest supplier of school meals has warned that the system is no longer viable and thousands of pupils risk losing access to lunches and dinners. Ray Nangle, chief executive of Freshtoday spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Belfast publican John Bittles has put down a marker- his pub is for drinkers only. A man took to twitter to exclaim “Just been kicked out of Bittles Bar in Belfast for… wait for it… not ordering an alcoholic drink. Ordered a pint of coke and was told it was drinkers only. Absolutely stunned. John from Bittles Bar spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to explain his rule.
There wasn’t much movement at the cabinet table but one move that was expected was the swapping of roles of Michael McGrath and Paschal Donohoe. Michael McGrath has been appointed Minister for Finance while Paschal Donohoe became Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery & Reform and he spoke to Shane this morning.
Today, the 21st of December marks the Winter Solstice. It is known as the only day when the sun illuminates the inside of Newgrange. However, a new discovery begs to differ. Anthony Murphy, founder of Mythical Ireland and author spoke to Shane on this new discovery.
From Nollaig na mBan and the Wren Boys to Midnight Mass Ireland has its fair share of festive customs. Clodagh Doyle, Keeper of the Irish Folk Life collection based in the National Museum of Ireland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about various Irish Christmas traditions.
RTÉ has reported a median gender pay gap of just over 13 percent and an average gap of 11.55 percent for 2022 as it admitted that “clearly, there is more to do” on gender equality at the organisation.
Sonya Lennon, Founder of the WorkEqual campaign, told Shane what she made of those reports.
Minister for Education, Norma Foley retained her Education Portfolio in the Cabinet Reshuffle this weekend. Minister Foley spoke to Ciara this morning.
Regional discrimination is a form of discrimination that is based on the region in which a person lives or where a person was born.
Is regional discrimination still alive in Dublin city in 2022?
If you’re tired of the tedium and expense of buying gifts for all your adult friends, you should opt instead for homemade Christmas gifts this year!
That’s the view of Suzanne Harrington, Journalist and author who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
It’s been a long-mooted idea – the introduction of a Universal Basic Income – a non means-tested welfare payment for every adult in the state. But how would such a scheme work and more importantly how much would it cost?
Well the ESRI have studied just that and Dr Paul Redmond, Senior Research Officer with the ESRI who is behind the research spoke to Ciara this morning.
The January 6th Committee has referred Former President, Donald Trump for Criminal Prosecution to the Justice Department.
The committee has accused Trump of inciting the January 6th Insurrection, conspiracy to defraud the United States and obstruction of an act of Congress.
Larry Donnelly, Boston Lawyer and Law Lecturer at the University of Galway
Do good table manners matter on Christmas Day? And what’s the best way to celebrate the world’s favourite holiday.
To discuss the dos and don'ts of the big day was Brenda Hyland Beirne, Founder and Managing Director of The Irish School of Etiquette
An Irish Times survey finds most of the 50 private schools in Ireland increased fees by between 5 and 15 per cent this year.
Carl O’Brien Education Editor of The Irish Times joined Ciara to shed some light on what’s going on.
This past weekend marked the end of Micheál Martin’s tenure as Taoiseach, and the return of Leo Varadkar to the role.
I’m joined by Eamon Ryan, Green Party Leader & Minister for Transport, Climate, Environment & Communications
Marc Benioff, the billionaire CEO behind Salesforce and Slack has laid into new employees hired during the pandemic - warning that they are less productive.
Mary Connaughton, Director of the professional body in Ireland for HR CIPD spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
We are just 6 sleeps from the big day but is it going to be a “White One” this Christmas?
Michelle Dillon Met Eireann Forecaster looks ahead at the weather for the big day.
New research from Ibec has revealed the full scale of Ireland’s energy affordability crisis and the group are calling on the government to strengthen business supports.
Speaking to Shane was Conor Minogue is Ibec’s Senior Executive for Infrastructure, Energy, and Climate Policy.
aoiseach and Fine Gael leader, Leo Varadkar revealed his cabinet on Saturday with no changes in ministerial personnel.
He was elected Taoiseach following Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin’s resignation on Saturday morning.
Donnchadh O Laoghaire, Sinn Féin TD for Cork South Central and Education Spokesperson gave Ciara his reaction to the ne Cabinet.
Today marks the final full day as Taoiseach for Mícheál Martin as he gets set to hand the reigns over to Leo Varadkar tomorrow for the next two and a half years.
So what is Mícheál’s legacy and what is the scale of the challenge in front of Leo?
Ivan Yates Former Fine Gael Minister and broadcaster discusses.
This day last month, Irish Independent Columnist Ian O'Doherty told us why he had no interest in following the Qatar World Cup.
But did he stick to his boycott? We find out !!!
Emergency Department Congestion is a symptom of a wider system imbalance and is not caused by nor fixable within Emergency Departments themselves.
That’s according to a new HSE update on their Winter plan. Damien McCallion is Chief Operations Officer with the HSE and spoke to Ciara this morning.
We recently discussed a damning report published by HIQA, which highlighted the dismal conditions in emergency departments around the country. It found lengthy wait times in several institutions, including one instance of a patient waiting 116 hours on a trolley.
This shocking figure didn’t come as a surprise to Elaine Galvin –who spent 60 hours in A&E last month and she told us her experience.
Tom Phillips, Managing Director of Tom Phillips and Associates, and an Associate Professor of Town Planning in UCD.
The Toy Show The Musical - “A cynical, arrogant money-grab by an organisation that appears to have forgotten its primary purpose.” Those are the words of Independent Columnist Pat Stacey who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Bitterly cold night last night with some areas reaching as low as – 11 Degrees
A status Orange weather warning remains in place tonight and is expected to extend to even more counties.
For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Michelle Dillon from MET Eireann.
An Irish soldier has been killed and a second seriously injured in a serious incident in Lebanon.
They were among 8 Irish personnel travelling in a convoy of armoured vehicles which came under attack.
Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence Simon Coveney spoke to Newstak Breakfast this morning on this sad news.
Have you come across the term “sharenting” before? It’s when parents share vast amounts of information about their children online, and it’s become ever-prominent in our social media-obsessed world.
Emma Manley is a mother and fashion designer who has decided not to share photos of your kids and explained why to Ciara.
A bill is being introduced in the Dail calling for a minimum 10-month prison sentence for stealing a family pet.
For more on this, Shane was joined on the show by Aontu leader, Peader Toibin who has been instrumental in introducing this bill.
Ireland’s economic growth is set to continue to slow down in 2023. The threat of recession to trading partners, the cost-of-living crisis and interest rate hikes are the main reasons behind the slowdown according to a new report from the ESRI.
One of those behind the report is Dr Conor O’Toole, Associate Research Professor with the ESRI and Dr O'Toole spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Yes, it’s cold, but it’s December – so let’s put a freeze on infantilising the public over the weather
Temperatures have plummeted to below freezing this week and we’re all giving out. . Complaining about the weather might be a national pastime here in Ireland but our very own Sinead Ryan believes it's time to put up, shut up and accept seasonality.
There has been a drop in disadvantaged students going to college while on the other hand school leavers from fee paying schools and affluent areas dominate high points university courses.
The results have been published in The Irish Times Feeder Schools 2022.
Brian Mooney, Guidance counsellor and education columnist discussed the findings of this report.
Reformed planning laws are the latest measure aimed at speeding up housing delivery.
The Bill proposes policy changes in several areas which are already proving controversial not just to the opposition, but among the Green Party members of the Government too.
Take a listen to what Eamon Ryan had to say yesterday about this
New Zealand passed into law a plan to stamp out tobacco smoking over time by imposing a lifetime ban on young people buying cigarettes – Should Ireland follow suit?
Ciara spoke to a Consultant in pediatric respiratory medicine at Children's Health Ireland and Chair of the Policy Group on Tobacco at Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, Des Cox, and also the Spokesman of smokers' rights organization, Forest – John Mallon.
Today marks ten years since the Sandy Hook school shootings in Connecticut which killed 26 people including 20 children.
The massacre led to the then US President Barack Obama promising change on US gun laws. So what laws have changed in the past decade?
Since the Sandy Hook massacre, there have been 189 shootings on school grounds, claiming some 279 more lives.
Larry Donnelly, University of Galway Law Lecturer and Political columnist with The Journal spoke to us with more on this.
Advertising increases the public’s carbon footprint by almost a third by encouraging extra consumption, an Oireachtas committee has heard.
Shane spoke to Researcher and Climate Activist, Sadhbh O’Neill.
Passengers have been left frustrated this week amid a series of cancellations and delays in Dublin Airport as a result of the cold weather.
Eoghan Corry is the Editor of Air and Travel Magazine spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to explain how bad the delays are. Also speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Darren O'Rourke, Sinn Féin’s Transport Spokesperson.
Darragh O’Brien should be sacked of his government position as a Minister of Housing. That's according to People Before Profit, who will table the motion of no confidence before the Dail today. But is there merit in this motion?
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Cian O’Callaghan is a Social Democrats TD for Dublin Bay North and Mary Fitzpatrick is a Fianna Fáil Senator.
Ireland’s cold snap is expected to continue for the rest of week with some places registering temperatures as low as –7 degrees.
Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather and meanwhile, a significant strain has been put on homeless services dealing with the tough conditions we heard from Paul Sheehan, Campaigns manager with Cork Simon Community,
There won’t be fireworks at the Council events, as they have a detrimental effect on humans and pets – Dublin City Council had decided.
Is a motion to restrict the use of fireworks in the festive season a “killjoy”? To discuss Shane spoke to Deirdre Heney, a Fianna Fáil councillor in Clontarf, and Hazel deNortúin, People Before Profit councillor.
“Everything that my child needs educational-wise is a battle” that’s according to Cork mother Elba O’Sullivan, mother of Cillín who has been told her child’s school will no longer be opening special classes for autism. We heard how this decision impact her child’s life?
“Sinn Féin in government would train and retain more key frontline staff and fix the housing crisis to help healthcare workers come home.” that’s according to party’s spokesperson for Health David Cullinane, that will bring forward a motion to stop healthcare workers from being forced to emigrate from Ireland.
David Cullinane Sinn Fein Spokesperson for Health spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
As we continue through these below freezing temperatures, one city in Ireland is struggling to grit their footpaths.
Limerick City Council is saying they simply do not have the resources. Here to tell us more is Conor Sheehan, Labour Councillor for Limerick City North.
An Bord Pleanála is to be renamed and given new structures in the most significant overhaul of the country's planning laws in 20 years. What can we expect from these reforms?
Paul Hosford, Political Correspondent with the Irish Examiner joins us to discuss...
People were left stranded in Dubin over the weekend because of an ongoing shortage of taxi drivers.
Why do we have such a poor night-time taxi service, despite high demand?
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Jim Waldron a spokesperson for National Private Hire and Taxi Association and Neale Richmond a Fine Gael TD for Dublin Rathdown
The Government’s National Emergency Co-ordination Group met yesterday and agreed that schools should remain open this week despite freezing temperatures and frosty conditions.
Keith Leonard is Chair of the National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management and chaired yesterday’s meeting and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
The Government intends to make high-speed internet the law across the country by 2030
If enacted the move is likely to make Eir legally responsible for providing gigabit fibre broadband to every home outside the state-subsidised ‘intervention areas’.
David Murphy, Managing Director of Agrispread in Ballyhaunis in Mayo, will this news benefit your business?
At least five aircrafts were targeted in laser attacks as they came into land at Dublin Airport last Friday night. The lasers are reported to have caused “serious concerns”
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Gerry Byrne, Aviation Expert.
The ESRI has published an extensive ESRI Special Article titled “Increasing future housing supply: What are the implications for the Irish economy?” which details constraints and solutions.
Kieran McQuinn, Research Professor with the ESRI co-wrote it and Kieran spoke to Ciara this morning.
Harry and Meghan, the much-anticipated docuseries which gives an up close and personal look at the life of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex landed on Netflix yesterday.
It has been met with mixed reviews but my next guest is a proud supporter of the former royals. Shane spoke to Bronwyn O’Neill, Digital Editor for VIP Magazine
On Monday we brought you the story that children from the Bantry Child and Family Centre were being asked to move to a separate facility that did not meet their needs.
Since then there has been a U-turn. Conor Cronin, who is a parent of a child who attends the facilities, gave us an update on what has happened.
How we do our Christmas shopping is changing all the time. But what are we doing this year?
Are we still ordering online from Amazon, or are we making a trip up the road to shop local?
Our reporter Elaine Smith asked people in Cork if they enjoy all the shopping that comes at Christmas. Also, Duncan Graham from Retail Excellence Ireland gave Ciar an update on Xmas Shopping 2022.
Pharmacists are calling on Government to put in place a “serious shortage protocol” to allow them to dispense alternative medicines to patients amid ongoing supply issues.
Ann Marie Horan, Executive Committee member of the Irish Pharmacy Union explained how are the shortages affecting pharmacies?
Today is animal welfare day and the government has announced funding for a range of initiatives. Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue explained what the government is doing to mark this day.
Sir Cliff Richard has announced the release of his first dedicated Christmas album in 19 years, “Christmas with Cliff”, and Sir Cliff joined Ciara this morning.
Where are you from? - A harmless question or can it be more loaded than it initially may seem?
Founder of GORM Media, Mamobo Ogoro spoke to Ciara this morning with more on this.
Culchie Christmas. The original Black Friday. When rural Ireland made their annual pilgrimage to Dublin, on the eighth of December.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast Columnist with the Farming Independent and Author of ‘Matters of Great Indifference’, Jim O’Brien.
With many people likely to receive drones as Christmas presents, the Irish Aviation Authority has launched campaign warning operators against the misuse of their devices.
For more on the campaign, Shane spoke to the Irish Aviation Authority’s Drone Manager, Enda Walsh.
Three in four workers in Ireland have experienced workplace discrimination that’s according to the 2022 Workplace Equality Survey.
Breda Dooley from Matrix Recruitment, outlined the findings in this report.
Today is national missing person’s day. Trevor Deely disappeared 22 years this week – the same age he was when he disappeared.
Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Trevor's brother, Mark Deeley.
Parents have been urged to be vigilant for signs of the bacterial infection Strep A after a five-year-old girl died of a severe form of the illness in Northern Ireland and as a possible link to the death of another child in the State is under investigation.
Scott Walkin, Irish College of General Practitioners lead for infection control & Mayo GP explained the signs of a strep A infection.
Ireland is continuing to increase the amount of waste it is producing with the country now in danger of missing 2025 recycling targets set by the EU.
That’s according to a new report from the EPA this morning. Warren Phelan, Programme Manager in the Circular Economy Programme and, Green Party Spokesperson for Transport, Climate Action and Environment, Brian Leddin..
Sinn Féin’s Education Spokesperson Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire joined to discuss teacher waiting times and how it is taking so long to register with the Teaching Council.
Met Éireann has warned that temperatures will fall to -4C later this week and has predicted hazardous conditions with sharp to severe frost and icy surfaces.
Brian Farrell, spokesperson for The Road Safety Authority told us what advice should people be following.
Ministers later today are expected to sign off on the creation of five new surgical hubs across the country to deal with the backlog of planned operations.
The hubs, at a cost of up to 100 million euros will focus on high-volume surgeries.
Ciara spoke to Anthony Staines, Professor of Health Systems at the School of Nursing and Human Sciences in DCU, and asked is this the solution to our hospital waiting lists?
On December 6, 1922, the first anniversary of the signing of the Anglo-Irish Treaty, the Irish Free State formally came into existence.
Today marks the centenary, but what is its legacy, and has it been a success?
John Bruton, Former Taoiseach spoke to Ciara this morning.
The Dublin Regional Homeless Executive has said it expects there will be enough emergency accommodation beds in the capital to meet demand, as temperatures are forecast to drop to -6 degrees this week.
But is this good enough? And will it be enough to meet demand should cold spells continue into the coming months? To discuss we heard from the Founder of the Peter McVerry Trust and Social Campaigner, Fr. Peter McVerry.
Price pressures will remain unless housing supply increases significantly - that’s according to a report today published by Banking & Payments Federation Ireland.
Brian Hayes, Chief Executive of Banking & Payments Federation Ireland outlines the key findings.
Ireland’s gas consumption will have to half by 2030 if we are to meet our climate targets.
That’s according to a new analysis from UCC and Friends of the Earth which has been examining Ireland’s energy needs and our reliance on fossil fuels.
Speaking to Ciara this morning was Hannah Daly Professor in Sustainable Energy at the School of Engineering at University College Cork.
Prince Harry speaks of the "leaking and... planting of stories" as part of a "dirty game" in a new trailer for the Harry and Meghan series on Netflix, due to be released this Thursday.
Former BBC Royal Correspondent, Jennie Bond spoke to Ciara about her reaction.
Last week on the show we discussed the ongoing teacher shortages and recruitment difficulties, and a number of people got in touch with us about their difficulties registering with the Teaching Council.
Kevin Feeney is an English teacher who had to wait 3 years to register with the Teaching Council and Kevin spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
If you’re out and about this festive season watch out for digital pick-pocketers, who are reportedly targeting those on nights out.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly joined us with the details.
Workers with five or more years of PRSI contributions will be entitled to 60pc of their gross weekly salary capped at €450 per week.
Michael Taft, Economic Researcher for SIPTU joined Ciara to discuss further.
Transport Infrastructure Ireland has been tasked with exploring options around the future of road tolling, which could include a multi-point tolling system.
Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Economist with the ESRI, Barra Roantree, and Independent Limerick TD, Richard O'Donoghue.
A protest has taken place in Bantry in West Cork over the weekend by families of children with learning disabilities, over the uncertainty of a support facility.
Those who attend the CoAction Child and Family centre may have to be relocated over plans to turn the building into a residential unit for people using a separate CoAction house.
Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie has met with parents who are concerned about the future of the centre.
The owner of a Dublin city cafe is speaking out in an ‘act of desperation, about the ‘relentless’ drug dealing taking place outside his Dublin café.
Stephen Kennedy, owner of Copper & Straw Cafe spoke to Jonathan this morning.
Met Éireann have issued a winter weather advisory for the whole country, which will be in place until next Sunday.
Ciara spoke to the Head of forecasting at Met Eireann, Evelyn Cusack.
“Government needs to get serious about its commitment to the Well-being Framework” that’s according to Social Justice Ireland as they publish the findings of their new report today.
Susanne Rogers, Research and Policy Analyst at Social Justice Ireland spoke to Jonathan this morning.
Ireland is aging faster than anywhere else in Europe, placing growing pressure on the health service and posing challenges for planning its future, according to a new report from the Department of Health.
Evelyn Mahon, Professor Emeritus with the school of sociology and social policy at Trinity College Dublin spoke to Ciara on the show.
Over-sharing, over-indulging these are some of the disasters that can take place at work Christmas do!
How can companies prepare their staff ahead of the party?
CEO of HR Consultancy Firm, HR Buddy, Damien McCarthy joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Plans for a State remediation scheme to fix construction defects in between 62,500 and 100,000 homes, mostly built in the Celtic Tiger era, are set to be submitted to Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien within weeks.
Pat Montague - Spokesperson for the Construction Defects Alliance spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about this morning
And Eoin O’Broin, Sinn Fein Housing Spokesperson spoke to Shane.
In November, the German Government introduced a €200 culture pass voucher to be given to all young adults when they turn 18.
The initiative is designed to encourage young adults to experience live culture, drop their stay-at-home pandemic habits, and give a financial boost to the arts scene.
Should Ireland introduce a similar scheme?
Jo Mangan, Director of the Performance Corporation spoke to Ciara this morning.
Starting pay well below minimum wages is turning people off apprenticeships and may lead to greater staff shortages in building related sectors – according the Connect Trade Union.
Assistant General Secretary of the Connect Trade Union, Brian Nolan
Intel is seeking to save staffing costs at its Leixlip plant by offering three months’ unpaid leave to manufacturing workers.
Elaine Burke, Editor of Silicon Republic joined Shane Coleman with the details.
Post-mortem examinations are to be carried out today on the bodies of two men found in Co Monaghan.
Stephen Breen, Crime Editor with The Irish Sun joined us on Newstalk Breakfast with the latest.
It was announced yesterday evening that Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter Christine McVie has died at the age of 79 after a short illness.
Hollywood Journalist, Jeanne Wolf told Ciara what Christine's legacy will be.
“There is no climate justice without gender equality” that’s according to the Former President of Ireland, Mary Robinson.
Mary, now chair of the Elders Group of former world leaders and ex-UN climate envoy, has urged governments to do more in the aftermath of COP27. Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Mary this morning.
Teacher unions are accusing the Department of Education of failing to commit to properly tackling staffing shortages in the country’s classrooms.
Kieran Christie, ASTI General Secretary, outlined to us just how bad the problem is.
In its most recent research, the central statistics office reported that 458,874 Irish adults aged 18 or over were residing in their parents’ homes.
This comes as a result of a range of circumstances, particularly the current cost of living crisis. But is it healthy for the young adult or for the parents?
Gill Hines, Education and Parenting Consultant and Author of “Later! A guide to parenting a young adult” joined Shane to discuss.
Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has said he is “very concerned” that Dublin Airport may not have enough security staff for the Christmas period - meaning queues, delays and airport chaos may be inevitable this festive season.
Shane and Ciara spoke to the Editor of Air and Travel Magazine, Eoghan Corry, and also chatted about Irish Rail Christmas schedules Communications Manager with Iarnrod Eireann, Barry Kenny.
New tipping legislation comes into place today. So what does this mean for Irish culture? and will this be the end of funny tip jar jokes?
We’re joined by Irish Examiner Columnist and Author, Clodagh Finn.
Four years ago, Wexford man Sean Kinsella’s world suddenly turned upside-down. His 13 year-old son Jack took his own life.
Sean and his family now hope to promote a strong mental health message for young people and raise much need funds for mental health services Sean spoke to Ciara this morning.
100% of employees involved in Ireland’s first coordinated trial of a four day work week would like to continue with their reduced work schedule
The results of the trial will be presented by University College Dublin’s Dr Orla Kelly at the Dublin Chamber of Commerce later this morning and Orla spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Yesterday we spoke on the show about the Government’s controversial decision to remove the €500,000 salary caps for some bankers, as well as reinstating bonuses of up to €20,000.
Since then, Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe has come out to defend this decision despite a torrent of backlash in the Dail yesterday afternoon and he joined Shane this morning on the show.
We must get to a situation where the pitch is sacrosanct” that’s according to former GAA president Liam O'Neill upon hearing the GAA Central Council will vote on tough new disciplinary measures this weekend.
One proposal will see the maximum ban for the most serious offences go from 96 weeks to 240 weeks.
Liam O’Neill, former GAA president, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
On yesterday's show, we spoke to the brother of a young boy – Alejandro, who had been viciously attacked by a dog in Enniscorthy co Wexford.
Politicians have since called for a ban on certain breeds of dogs following the horrific attack. Speaking to Shane with more on this was Fianna Fáil Senator, Malcolm Byrne.
The HSE has begun notifying the 133,000 people whose information was illegally accessed during the criminal cyber-attack on the health service last year.
Ciara spoke to Joe Ryan National Director of Operational Performance and Integration with the HSE.
Women are more likely to donate than men over the Christmas period according to the charity regulator’s annual survey.
Helen Martin, Charities Regulator CEO told Shanemore about the findings.
9 year old, Alejandro Miszan was viciously mauled by a Pitbull in Wexford on Sunday evening.
Alejandro is being treated in Crumlin Children’s Hospital for extensive facial and leg injuries.
Raul Miszan, Alejandro’s older brother joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
New stats say that cancer survivors in Ireland have increased by 50% in just ten years. That’s according to new stats from the National Cancer Registry.
Professor Deirdre Murray is the Director of the National Cancer Registry and joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Cabinet will discuss relaxing the restrictions on the banker's bonuses this morning.
Pay has been capped at 500,000 euros a year at the three bailed-out banks which survived the crash - Bank of Ireland, AIB, and Permanent TSB but this looks like it is all set to change.
Brian Carey, Business Editor of the Sunday Times & People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy discussed with Ciara.
A new study shows that young people in Ireland are concerned about climate change and highly motivated to act. So what is holding them back?
Founder and Head of ESRI's Behavioural Research Unit, Pete Lunn spoke to Shane on the show.
A daughter who was custodian of an extremely rare All-Ireland hurling medal, which belonged to her late father, is pleading with thieves to return it after it was taken from her ransacked home last Friday.
Siún De Paor, daughter of 1948 Waterford All-Ireland Hurling winner Daithi de Paor, joined us on Newstalk Brekafast.
The ‘East Wall Residents’ group blocked Dublin’s Port Tunnel last night, as part of a protest over the housing of asylum seekers at an old ESB building in the area.
Social Democrats TD for Dublin Central, Gary Gannon joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
"The Consumer Rights Act is a significant step forward for consumer rights in Ireland” that’s according to The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.
Kevin O’Brien, a Member of the Commission spoke to Shane Coleman this morning.
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has rejected allegations that she used the Hutch family for money and votes, claims that emerged in a high-profile gangland trial in Dublin.
Unionists have called for an investigation into the allegations, with Ulster Unionist leader Doug Beattie calling for a cross-Border police inquiry and Doug spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Anti-lockdown protests spread in China as anger rises over zero-COVID strategy.
Columnist with the South China Morning Post Neal Kimberley explained what has triggered this latest wave of anger.
The popularity of gaming continues to grow in this country with two-thirds of Irish adults playing games according to new research published by Deloitte.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly has all the details.
Trinity College Dublin is confronting some uncomfortable legacies from its 430-year history.
The college is inviting submissions on whether the Berkeley Library, named after slave-owner George Berkeley, should be renamed.
Changing these names, is it erasing history or is it making progress?
To debate Newstalk Breakfast spoke to John McGuirk, Editor of Gript Media and also Dr. Ebun Joseph Founder of the Institute of Antiracism & Black Studies in Dublin.
One-in-10 babies are born with some kind of foetal alcohol disorder in Ireland every year, says HSE
The HSE estimates that around 6,000 babies a year are born with Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders and 600 with Foetal Alcohol Syndrome, the most severe form.
Garret McGovern, GP Specialising in Addiction Medicine and Medical Director of the Priority Medical Clinic in Dundrum.
Green party leader, Eamon Ryan is not ruling out the return of tax breaks for property developers.
The minister said he would consider all options on the table if it helped resolve the drastic housing crisis the country is enduring.
Ciara was joined by the Housing director Construction Industry Federation Conor O’Connell and also Co-founder of the Dublin Renters Union Peter Dooley.
Trinity College Dublin is confronting some uncomfortable legacies from its 430-year history.
The college is inviting submissions on whether the Berkeley Library, named after slave owner George Berkeley, should be renamed. Changing these names, is it erasing history or is it making progress?
To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to John McGuirk, Editor of Gript Media & Dr. Ebun Joseph Founder of the Institute of Antiracism & Black of Studies in Dublin.
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales on shoppers have started to tick purchases off their Christmas lists.
But with many feeling the pinch of the cost of living crisis are people heading North for some cross-border shopping?
Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie has been over the border to find out if there are savings to be made.
A seasonal Garda operation, Operation Hurdle to prevent raids on isolated Christmas tree farms gets underway today, as growers anticipate record, unprecedented demand for Christmas trees
Jimmy Fitzachary, Owner of Glencullen Christmas Tree Farm spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more this.
71% of Irish people agree that pornography is harming society, a new report commissioned by Women’s Aid has found. What role does it play in relationships and society in general?
Speaking to Shane this morning was Systemic Psychotherapist and author Anne McCormack.
Paul Murphy's son Liam was only 7 weeks old when he contracted the Respiratory Syncytial Virus. Paul, told us how this all began..
The European Commission has today approved the Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme, announced on Budget Day to assist businesses with their energy costs during winter.
Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe, told us how will this scheme work.
A growing number of workers are using annual leave days just to keep up with the demands placed upon them.
Caroline Reidy is an HR and Employment Law Expert from the HR Suite gave Ciara her reaction to this.
MEP Mick Wallace has criticised protests in Iran in the European Parliament. Dr Zahra Gholamvand from Support, Equality and freedom for Iranian group and researcher at Trinity College gave Newstalk Breakfast her reaction to these comments?
One in 20 private water supplies failed to meet the standard for E. coli, compared to 1 in 200 for public water supplies - that’s the warning today from the Environmental protection agency.
Noel Byrne, EPA Programme Manager, who released the private water supplies report spoke to Shane this morning.
The National Youth Assembly on Climate has urged the government to make cities car-free on Sundays Young climate activists compiled recommendations on how carbon emissions can be cut.
These recommendations outline how we must change the habits of “car first” and shift people toward public and shared transport.
Saoirse Exton, Climate Activist and member of The C40 Global Youth and Mayors Forum and spoke to Shane this morning.
Last night Micheál Martin revealed to his party that the Government will increase the eligibility threshold for social housing next week allowing more families to apply from the new year.
Does it go far enough? To discuss we heard from Independent TD Michael Healy Rae.
The government must engage and consult with local communities when locating refugees and asylum seekers.
That’s according to Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín. Peadar, who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
People Before Profit TD Gino Kenny is set to introduce a bill in the Dail later today which will be a stepping stone towards full regulation of cannabis.
The Dublin Mid-West TD hopes the bill will end the criminalisation of cannabis for personal use. Is now the time to legalise cannabis?
To debate Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Eddie D’Arcy from Youth Workers Against Prohibition Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin and Author of In Search of Madness, Brendan Kelly.
Now some of you may be on the school run as we speak but have you ever considered cycling your children to school?
Well, there's a growing network of Cycle Buses starting across the country.
Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie went along with one in Dublin to find out what they are all about.
This month’s most recent opinion poll showed that 56% of voters now believe that leaving the EU was wrong, 32% still think it was right and the remaining 12% don’t know.
Is it time to offer Britain a way back into Europe? We asked Michael McDowell, Senator and Former Tanaiste and Minister for Justice.
A new report from the ESRI today reveals that Between January and June 2022, 6,494 applications for international protection were lodged in Ireland. A significant increase on 2019.
Keire Murphy, Policy Officer with ESRI and co-author of the report spoke to Shane with more details on the findings.
“Relationships spanning four or five decades require graft and forgiveness – but true connections are worth the effort” that’s according to the broadcaster, journalist, and author Mariella Frostrup who spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
The Government needs to improve planning for the long term.
That’s according to a new Fiscal Assessment Report from the Fiscal Advisory Council, whose Chairperson Sebastian Barnes who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Have you ever felt that the text on a loved one’s gravestone doesn’t quite do their life justice?
Judie Russell is Co-founder of The Story Of, has a solution, and told Shane all about it.
From Gen Z and Gen X to Millennials, the labelling of generations makes no sense and is pointless. That is the view of Padraig O’ Morain, Mindfulness Teacher and Author who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Community wardens are set to patrol Dublin’s north inner city in a bid to crackdown on antisocial behaviour in the capital.
Cormac Ó Donnchú , Independent and volunteer chair of Dublin north Inner city community safety Partnership told us more about this new initiative.
A full review is set to be launched to look into the delays to this year's Junior Cert results. Over 67,000 students will receive their results today - two months later than usual.
Education Editor of The Irish Times, Carl O’Brien spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
The term time traffic is back, and with it all those extra cars and carbon emissions we’re supposed to be reducing. However, one Dublin school is piloting a novel scheme to get families on two wheels instead of four – Newstalk’s Sarah Madden reports.
Protests against the housing of asylum seekers in Dublin’s East Wall have been labelled “the worst of Donald Trump-type politics” by Fine Gael councillor Ray McAdam.
A second protest took place in the area last night. Lucky Khambule is Co-founder of the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
The Government is set to introduce a windfall tax on electricity companies generating huge revenues from the energy crisis. Is this the right move to alleviate the financial burden of electricity prices on households?
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Muireann Lynch is an Energy Economist and Senior Research Officer with ESRI
Extreme shortage of rental homes brings record increases in rent - that’s the warning from Daft.ie who have today released their latest report.
For more on this, Ciara was joined by Conor Skehan, Sunday Independent Columnist, Former chair of the Housing Agency and Ronan Lyons is an Economist at Trinity College Dublin & author of The Daft.ie Report.
Procrastination against bodycams needs to stop” that’s according to former Assistant Commissioner Pat Leahy. His remarks come after Gardaí were viciously assaulted while responding to an incident in Ballyfermot on Monday morning.
To debate this issue further Shane was joined on the show this morning by Pat Leahy, former Garda Assistant Commissioner, and Liam Herrick, Executive Director of The Irish Council for Civil Liberties.
Late November is far too early to be celebrating Christmas. That’s according to Journalist and author Suzanne Harrington who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
The family of Nicola Furlong has shared their disgust at the release of her killer.
American musician Richard Hinds strangled Nicola in a Tokyo hotel room in May 2012. She was 21 years of age.
Nicola’s father Andrew Furlong spoke to Ciara this morning.
A new study published today shows that aside from keeping us connected, our smartphones are also keeping us awake.
Deloitte has found that 51% of adults in Ireland wish they spent less time on their devices and 50% of us tend to stay awake later than planned because we’re on our phones.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brings us more on this.
The UN COP27 climate summit drew praise for the creation of a "loss and damage" fund to help vulnerable countries but there was also anger over a failure to push further efforts on cutting emissions.
Green Party Leader & Minister for Environment Eamon Ryan joined Shane this morning.
49% of Irish adults indicated that they had been binge drinking at least once in the last 30 days. So found a new report from Drinkaware.
Samantha Kelly is a Social Media Consultant and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast which her reaction to the findings of this report.
Today is Equal Pay Day, highlighting the difference in pay between men and women in the country.
Sonya Lennon, Founder of the WorkEqual campaign and told us more about it. Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Mary McCarthy a Columnist with the Irish Independent.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin will today attend the official sod-turning for Shanganagh, Ireland’s largest affordable housing scheme.
Is enough being done to make housing more affordable in this country? For more on this Ciara was joined by Wayne Stanley Head of Policy and Communications at the Simon Communities of Ireland.
The UN nuclear energy watchdog has said the forces behind the shelling of Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia power plant are “playing with fire” after a series of explosions shook the facility yesterday.
Suzanne Lynch, Chief Brussels correspondent with Politico Europe, talked us through what happened.
A major crackdown on motorists who drive under the influence of drink or drugs is planned for the roads this Christmas. This comes as new figures confirm intoxicated driving has increased by 17% in the first ten months of this year.
Leo Leighio, a member of the Irish Road Victims Association spoke to Ciara this morning.
The Irish tourism business group ITIC has warned that the “over-reliance” on tourist accommodation to house people fleeing the war could result in supply for the sector being dramatically reduced
Eoghan O’Mara Walsh the Chief Executive at Irish Tourism Industry Confederation spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has unveiled the Sport Ireland Campus Masterplan Vision
The “ambitious” blueprint proposes a vision for the growth of the Sport Ireland Campus and it’s long-term development over the next 15-20 years.
Dr. Una May, Chief Executive of Sport Ireland joined Shane this morning to explain the plans.
Tomorrow is International men’s day! Diarmuid Lyng, Former Wexford Hurler, and owner of Wild retreat told Newstalk Breakfast what this day means to him.
Inquiries have been pouring in at Donegal brand Triona Design as Sarah Jessica Parker has been spotted wearing their tweed coat during filming. So is Donegal tweed taking over the fashion world?
Ceilia Holman LeeIrish model, fashion stylist, and television presenter give us her view.
Cop27 comes to an end this weekend but what exactly was achieved at the conference?
Speaking to Shane this morning, Don Moore, Chair of the Energy and Climate Action Committee at the Irish Academy of Engineers and the former head of ESB International.
This week we have heard calls for inquiries into allegations of abuse within the Spiritans, Vincentians and now St Johns Ambulance. Senators want an immediate publication of a review into the handling of historical child sexual abuse at the charity.
Regina Doherty, Fine Gael Senator spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council recently announced that the Sandycove Avenue West APC toilet facility will change from coin to contactless payment by the end of this month, sparking the ire of councillors.
One such person is Lorraine Hall, Fine Gael councillor for Dún Laoghaire who outlined why she is against the plan. Also speaking to Ciara on this was Darragh Cassidy is Head of Communications at Bonkers.ie.
Should we close the Russian embassy after the country banned the Taoiseach and more than 50 other Irish officials?
Neale Richmond is a Fine Gael TD spoke to Shane this morning.
Motorists are to be hit with the highest-permitted toll charge hikes – up to 60 cent per journey – across the country’s motorway network within weeks according to today's Irish Times.
How this move would affect Irish commuters? We asked Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator and Former Director of Consumer Affairs for AA Ireland.
Ireland’s economic situation is set to “worsen” for the foreseeable future. That’s what Department of Finance head John Hogan will tell the Public Accounts Committee later this morning.
John Fitzgerald an Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
‘Having more women as political leaders would ensure the response to the climate crisis was more effective’ - that's the view of Former President Mary Robinson but is she right?
Are women better leaders generally? We discuss with Alexandra Ryan is the CEO and founder of goss.ie.
Stop Targeting Kids- that's the message coming from The Irish Heart Foundation, which want to block junk food advertisers from marketing their products to children
Dr. Eva Orsmond, weight loss and a healthy eating specialist at Dr Eva’s clinics spoke to Shane with her view on this.
It’s International Fraud Awareness Week, and we’ve teamed up with Bank of Ireland to help educate and inform how to protect our online profiles.
We’ll be joined a number of anti-fraud experts throughout the week to help cut through the jargon, drop the confusing terminology, and land the simple message: Stop Think. Check.
Today on the show we spoke to CEO of Cyber Risk International, Paul Dwyer.
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will deliver his Autumn Budget to British Parliament today, finally offering clarity on how Rishi Sunak’s government plans to restore order to Britain’s public finances.
Speaking to Ciara this morning was Chief Political Commentator With Times Radio Lucy Fisher.
A GAA club in Uganda is appealing to all Irish clubs for second-hand equipment for over 120 schoolchildren who have fallen in love with hurling and football.
John Walsh, of the Irish Society in Uganda
Donald Trump has announced that he intends to run for President of the United States again in 2024.
For more on this, Shane spoke to Harriet Alexander, a journalist based in New York and also his former advisor Sean Spicer on what they made of this announcement.
Grants of up to €50,000 will be available to people looking to redevelop vacant properties.
That’s the latest change announced by Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien to the Croí Conaithe project. Housing Minister spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The first match of the FIFA World Cup takes place this Sunday, and over the coming weeks, people across the country will have their eyes glued to the drama of the world’s biggest sporting event.
But should we be watching at all this year? Ian O'Doherty, a Columnist with the Irish Independent gives us his view on it all.
Three clinicians who work with the National Gender Service will later today brief all members of the Oireachtas on the current state of care for patients seeking treatment for gender dysphoria.
Psychotherapist and Author Stella O'Malley will attend the briefing and ahead of that briefing Stella spoke to Ciara this morning.
The Fiscal Council today published an Analytical Note assessing the potential impact of the Commission on Taxation and Welfare’s recommendations.
Sebastian Barnes is the Chairperson of The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council who joined Ciara this morning on the show.
Two people were killed after being struck by missiles a Polish village near the border with Ukraine.
For more on this Shane spoke to Bartek Weglarczyk the Editor in chief of Onet in Poland.
The average annual grocery bill will increase by €941 if consumers don’t make changes to what they buy and where they shop.
That’s according to new figures from Kantar, which found that grocery inflation is at a record high of 13.4 percent.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Jean McCabe Chairperson of Retail Excellence and owner of Willow.ie
Commercial surrogacy is to be banned in Ireland but permitted abroad in legislation likely to come before the Cabinet for approval next week. But are we walking into a legal mind field?
For on this Shane spoke to Dr. Brian Tobin, Lecturer in family law at the University of Galway. How can a regulatory body in Ireland regulate systems in different countries?
Earth is now 8 billion people and counting. This projection will be officially recognized today by United Nations.
What does this milestone in population number mean for the planet and our own welfare? Padraig Carmody is a Professor of Geography at Trinity College who joined Ciara this morning on the show.
Record numbers of university students secured firsts this year, leading to warnings from recruiters that it is difficult to differentiate between high achievers.
Overall there has been a 50% rise in first-class degrees since 2015. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Brian Mooney, Guidance Counsellor and Education Columnist.
For many households, the coming weeks will see the return of the Elf on the Shelf in the run up to Christmas. But our guest says the idea of something that exists to monitor bad behaviour and report back to Santa doesn’t sit well with her.
Joanna Fortune Psychotherapist and Author of 15minute parenting spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan is leading the Irish delegation for the second week of the COP27 Climate Conference at Sharm el-Sheikh in Egypt. Shane spoke to the Minister this morning.
Commercial surrogacy is to be banned in Ireland but permitted abroad in legislation likely to come before the Cabinet for approval next week. What exactly does this mean for surrogacy here and the families that are involved?
Senator Mary Seery Kearney spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Many retailers have already started pushing ‘Black Friday’ deals, even though the day itself is not until the 25th of November.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joins us now with some tips for shopping safely and ensuring what you’re buying is actually a bargain.
“Ireland discovered the formula for attracting big tech. To win the next wave of investment - delivery on housing, energy, and services like water will be vital” -
that is the view of Irish Times columnist Cliff Taylor who spoke to Ciara this morning.
Tests from a turkey flock in Monaghan have tested positive for avian flu, with the Department of Agriculture put in place a restriction zone to protect other flocks. Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue spoke to Ciara this morning.
O’Connell Street ‘has all the essence to be our version of the Champs Elysee in Paris if we just “look up” that’s according to Hugh Wallace, Director at Douglas Wallace Architects who spoke to Shane this morning.
“If people aren’t behaving like civil human beings, they should not be allowed into matches.” that is the view of Fine Gael Councillor Danny Byrne who was reacting to Violent scenes at the Shelbourne and Derry FAI Cup Final clash and he spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Department of Agriculture confirmed yesterday that a turkey flock in Monaghan has tested positive for avian flu. The Department confirmed that they will be putting in place a restriction zone to protect other flocks.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Billy Gray, Owner of Feighcullen Farm, Producers of Ducks, Chickens, Turkeys and Geese, and Eoghan De Barra, Infectious Diseases Consultant Working in Beaumont Hospital and Secretary of the Infectious Disease Society of Ireland.
Former Manchester United and England centre-back Rio Ferdinand has today released a new series of documentaries discussing racism and discrimination in football.
Tipping Point is streaming on Prime Video since this morning, and Shane spoke to Rio ahead of its release.
A new study conducted by Amarach Research has shown that 92% of people in Ireland think that green spaces in our towns and cities are important.
50% of those surveyed believe that there are not enough green spaces in their nearest towns or cities. For more on this Shane spoke to John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist, and Commentator.
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has revealed that the Health Department will not reach surgery targets for children with spinal problems. Currently, there are 266 children are currently waiting on scoliosis surgery with some waiting up to 4 years. One of those is 9-year-old Kylie Ann Steward
Her Mother Katherine Steward joins Shane this morning.
The Federation of Early Childhood Providers is warning that around 500 of its members will close ECCE childcare services today as a result of funding and policy issues inadequately addressed in Budget 2023.
Children's Minister Roderic O’Gorman joined Ciara on the show this morning.
Today is Singles' Day, a holiday originating from China established to celebrate people who are not in relationships as a counter to Valentine’s Day.
So, is it past time that Ireland celebrated singles as much as we do couples? Our reporter Josh Crosbie took to the streets of Dublin to find out what people make of the idea and we also spoke to Freelance Journalist Andrea Smith.
The legal age for the sale of tobacco and e-cigarettes should be raised to 21, according to Colm Burke, Fine Gael TD, and the party’s health spokesperson. He has called on the government to give this proposal due consideration and Colm spoke to Ciara this morning.
The Taoiseach has said there's now a key window of opportunity for a deal on the Northern Ireland Protocol.
Micheál Martin met the British Prime Minister last night in Blackpool where he's attending the British Irish Council. Our Political Correspondent Seán Defoe is there and he gave Newsa
The multi-award winning Irish company Cartoon Saloon has become synonymous with the animation world and this Friday their latest production lands on Netflix.
Our own Chris O’Dowd is one of the voice talents in My Father’s Dragon alongside the likes of Whoopi Goldberg and Jacob Tremblay. We got to speak to Chris O’Dowd this week and he began by giving us a flavour of what My Father’s Dragon is about?
COP27 enters its 4th day, as world leaders gave their speeches in the last number of days, negotiations have begun to move behind closed doors.
Joining me now to discuss the annual event is Environmental Activist and Guardian Columnist, George Monbiot
Taoiseach Micheál Martin will today meet with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as part of a two-day programme in Manchester and Blackpool.
Discussions will focus on the importance of making progress on the Northern Ireland Protocol, as well as cover political developments in Northern Ireland and the bilateral British-Irish relationships.
Ahead of this meeting Ciara spoke to Former Taoiseach Bertie Aherne.
According to the website InsideAirbnb.com - there are over 16,000 properties listed on Airbnb in Ireland that are entire homes or apartments. Is this contributing to the housing crisis and should Airbnb be banned?
Head of Policy and Communications at the Simon Communities of Ireland, Wayne Stanley spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The government launches its “Be Winter Ready” Information Campaign today.
Hazardous weather conditions as well as winter flu and other seasonal ailments are a concern for many but by taking some simple steps to prepare , those fears can be alleviated.
Evelyn Cusack, Head of forecasting at Met Eireann as well as Dr. Denis McCauley, Chairman of the GP Committee of the Irish Medical Organisation talk us through how we can “be winter ready” .
Dublin Bus drivers have been assaulted 429 times over the last five years. That’s according to new figures released to Sinn Féin, which also reveal a reported 3,344 anti-social behaviour incidents taking place on Dublin buses in the same period.
Kathleen is a Dublin Bus driver and spoke to Ciara about her experience as a bus driverl
Speaking at COP27 on Tuesday, Taoiseach Michael Martin said Ireland will do everything in its power to ensure a sustainable planet
Minister for Agriculture, Charlie McConalogue said yesterday that he ‘stands over target of 25% cut in agriculture emissions’
Minister McConalogue spoke to Shane this morning live from COP27.
U.S. voters are casting their ballots in the midterm elections that will determine control of the House and Senate. For the latest on the election, Ciara and Shane were joined by LA times reporter based out of the Washington DC Bureau, Freddy Brewster, Boston lawyer and law lecturer at the University of Galway, Larry Donnelly, Mick Mulvaney, former chief of staff for Donald Trump.
Higher earners could receive larger welfare payments if they lose their job under fresh proposals to link welfare payments to previous income due to go to Cabinet before Christmas.
Dr Laura Bambrick is Head of Social Policy & Employment Affairs at the ICTU gave Ciara his reaction to this.
A Qatar World Cup Ambassador described homosexuality as “damage in the mind” speaking to German TV yesterday, saying “they have to accept our rules here”.
With reaction to this Shane spoke to Fine Gael Senator, Jerry Buttimer.
All this week on Newstalk we are celebrating science week by looking at the science of different aspects of our daily lives. This morning we are looking at the science of sleep Tom Coleman is a Health scientist and sleep coach and he joined Ciara this morning on the show.
Science week is taking place from 13th to 20th November with events running right across the country both in-person events and online. For more see SFI.ie
Labour justice spokesperson Aodhan Ó Ríordáin has called on the Minister for Justice to make spiking a specific criminal offence under the Criminal Justice (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2022. Aodhan explained to Shane why he is calling for this.
The Mares’ Novices' Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival will carry the name of the late Jack de Bromhead after a poignant gesture by race sponsor and Ryanair chief Michael O'Leary.
Shane spoke to Jack’s father and leading jumps trainer Henry de Bromhead.
U.S. voters are casting their ballots in the midterm elections that will determine control of the House and Senate. What does the midterm results mean for America? Newstalk Breakfast spoke to David Smith Washington reporter with The Guardian and also Michael Graham, Broadcaster and Managing Editor of Inside Sources.
The No. 1 podcast series hosted by Newstalk’s Court Correspondent, Frank Greaney returns for a second series.
‘Inside the Crime’ investigates the unsolved murder of RTÉ set designer, Charles Self.
The new series of Inside The Crime tells the story of Charles Self, a young gay man who was murdered in Dublin 40 years ago.
Subscribe now at newstalk.com/insidethecrime or wherever you get your podcasts.
Crown fans rejoice! Season 5 of the hit show finally arrives on Netflix tomorrow. Yesterday we heard from Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip AKA Imelda Staunton and Jonathan Pryce.
Today it’s the turn of Olivia Williams who plays Camilla Parker Bowles and Dominic West who plays Prince Charles who spoke to Ciara on the show.
It could be a tough day for Joe Biden and the Democrats with the Republicans looking set to make sweeping gains in the US Congress in today’s US Midterm Elections.
Stephen Moore Economist at The Heritage Foundation and Economic Adviser to the Trump 2020 Campaign joined Ciara this morning on the show with more on what might happen stateside.
From Kanye West to Elon Musk, wealthy exploiters kept on getting their own way
Taylor Swift, among many others, could tell us a thing or two about the privileged rich men we keep letting off the hook
That is the view of Terry Prone, Chairman of the Communications Clinic and Columnist with the Irish Examiner who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ireland will today take a tentative step towards offering ‘loss and damage’ payments to poor countries suffering climate catastrophes in an announcement to be made later.
The money will come out of existing climate contributions so will not amount to extra funding, but Taoiseach Micheál Martin said labelling it ‘loss and damage’ would send an important message.
But are developed countries being hypocritical when it comes to climate change?
Speaking to Shane this morning was Vijaya Ramachandran Director for energy and development at the breakthrough Insititute in California and also Padraic Fogarty Campaign Officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust.
“Disgruntled” Irish diners took to Reddit to rant about the pretentious ways their dinners have been presented, from slates and stones to wooden boards
Some diners said their food was served on “anything but a plate”, saying it made their blood boil.JP McMahon, Galway Chef and Restaurateur gave his view on serving food on anything but a plate!
The Cost of Living Coalition are calling on the public to turn out in huge numbers on November 12th to send a clear message to the government that radical action is needed on the cost of living and housing crisis.
Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South Central, spoke to Shane with more on these planned protests.
Taoiseach Mícheál Martin will today address the COP 27 summit in Egypt where he will set out Ireland’s climate action ambitions.
Caroline O’Doherty Environment correspondent with the Irish Independent spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Season 5 of the crown will be released on Netflix later this week and to celebrate that Ciara spoke to Imelda Staunton who plays the Queen and Jonathan Pryce who plays Prince Philip.
We know that energy costs are going to be a key consideration for all of us this winter, but how can tech keep your bills down?
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brings us the details.
Developers and even the Taoiseach have singled out not-in-my-back-yard building objectors as the reason for the slow delivery of homes amid a housing crisis – bit is that a fair accusation?
Director of Maremoto (Moe-toe) Architects, Alfonso Bonilla
Any hope of staying below 1.5 degrees of global warming is already “dead in the water” so says climate expert Peter Thorne.
The COP 27 climate conference is underway and leaders from around the globe are meeting to discuss targets. Peter Thorne, Chair of the Climate Change Advisory Council’s Adaptation Committee, spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Fine Gael will seek to overturn a decision made last week by Dublin's Lord Mayor, Caroline Conroy to cancel this year’s live nativity crib at the Mansion House
Cllr James Geoghegan, Fine Gael Dublin City Councillor is seeking a meeting with the Lord Mayor ahead of tonight’s meeting where an emergency motion on the Mansion House crib will be considered and he spoke to Shane.
An Tánaiste, Leo Varadkar is set to be briefed by the IDA on risks to Irish jobs in the tech sector following Twitter’s move on Friday
Following job losses at Stripe and Twitter - Facebook's parent company, Meta, is expected to announce a significant number of redundancies on Wednesday.
Elaine Burke, Editor at Sillicon Republic spoke to Ciara with more on this.
Today, heads of state from across the world are meeting in Egypt for COP 27 climate conference, with ‘loss and damage’ to developing countries set to dominate the agenda.
For the latest on this, we were joined from Egypt by Lauren Boland, a reporter with The Journal.ie
COP 27 begins this Sunday in Eqypt. More than 90 heads of state from around the world and representatives from 190 countries are expected to attend.
The conference has been held annually since the first UN climate agreement in 1992.
What can we expect from the conference? Speaking to Ciara was Cara Augustenborg, Professor of Environmental Policy at University College Dublin and a Member of the Climate Advisory Council.
Thousands of adopted people who requested access to their records under the new Birth Information and Tracing Bill did not receive them by the statutory deadline on Wednesday, that’s according to The Adoption Authority of Ireland and Tusla.
Of over 6,000 requests, just 65 have been concluded. For more on this Vincent spoke to Patricia Carey, CEO of the Adoption Authority of Ireland.
Over 30 thousand people attended the country’s hospital emergency departments - the highest ever on record. The HSE has warned the pressure on the health service is significant and that scheduled care is expected to be postponed this winter.
Stephen Mulvany the Interim Chief Executive of the HSE spoke to Ciara this morning.
Gardaí should be able to caution rather than charge addicts caught with drugs like cocaine. That’s the view of Frank Feighan, the Minister of State with responsibility for Ireland’s drugs strategy.
For reaction to this, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Eddie D’Arcy, a youth worker with over 40 years of experience.
Councillors at a Killarney Municipal Meeting said Killarney is at a “crossroads” and claimed the town faces the reality of being a tourist town or a refugee centre.
The population of Killarney is 10,360 and now accommodates 3,200 refugees and asylum seekers. Cllr Niall Kelleher, Mayor of Killarney and President of Killarney Chamber of Commerce and Tourism spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Military Police have launched a review into the sale of Irish military uniforms on a US-based website. Could these items potentially fall into the hands of Dissident Republicans and criminals?
Tom Clonan, Senator, retired army officer, and Security Analyst, discussed this with Ciara.
The UK is facing into its longest ever recession.
That was the grim warning from the Bank of England yesterday predicting the UK is facing a "very challenging" two-year slump with unemployment nearly doubling by 2025.
George Parker Political Editor of the Financial Times spoke to Vincent with more on this.
Ireland’s tax receipts for the first 10 months of the year have hit almost €64 billion, 25% ahead of the figure this time last year.
The strong figures were driven by record corporation tax receipts, which came in at €16.2 billion for the 10-month period, six and a half billion ahead of this time last October. Ireland’s total tax take could break the €80 billion figure by the end of the year for the first time ever.
Michael McGrath Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
The number of Irish people in Britain has dropped by 20% - the biggest drop of any nationality - according to the latest statistics from the UK’s Office for National Statistics
What are the reasons for this drop? Speaking to Ciara this morning was Finn McRedmond, Irish Times Columnist living in London.
As Energy costs continue to soar, new research from the Banking and Payments Federation of Ireland has shown that two-thirds of consumers have made at least one significant energy efficiency home improvement
42% of those surveyed said they had looked into solar power but were unlikely to make the investment in the next three years;
Are we doing enough to encourage and support people to retrofit their homes?
Duncan Stewart, Environmentalist & Architect spoke to Vincent with more on this.
“Poor service is eroding trust in the public transport system” – that's the warning form the Commuter Coalition who have written to the transport committee
Chair of the Cork commuter coalition, Ciarán Meers spoke to Ciara this morning.
A Kerry mother has said she is devastated after long-awaited tests for her son, Michael, were cancelled at Crumlin Children’s Hospital due to bed shortages.
The family had been waiting for the appointment since last April, and in September they received the date, allowing them to organise the logistics around the trip to Dublin given Michael’s complex needs only to be told it was cancelled.
Jean O’Sullivan, Michael's Mum spoke to Vincent this morning on the show.
Almost half of insurance payouts in the first six months of the year were issued through the Personal Injuries Assessment Board rather than through litigation or the courts – a figure which is up from 34% for the same time the previous year.
The report from the PIAB also shows that the overall average compensation award was €14,786, nearly 40% lower than the rate before the Guidelines were introduced.
Stephen Watkins, director of corporate services for the Personal Injuries Assessment Board
Poultry flock owners will be obliged to house their birds indoors from next Monday onwards due to rising bird flu cases.
The move has been described as a "precautionary measure".
Charlie McConalogue Minister for Agriculture spoke to Poultry flock owners will be obliged to house their birds indoors from next Monday onwards due to rising bird flu cases.
The move has been described as a "precautionary measure".
Charlie McConalogue Minister for Agriculture spoke to Vincent this morning to explain why he is taking this measure.
Halloween cossies, pints of the black stuff and the dreaded return of the heel all make Louise and Sarah’s good and bad books this week. The book club check in takes a murderous turn while Letters from the Litterati sparks hot (water bottle) debates. If you have any book recommendations, feedback or questions you'd like to ask, do email the podcast at openbook@goloudnow.com. Join the book club and read along with the latest selection at @louisesbookclub on Instagram and follow the girls while you're there at @louisecooney_ and @sarahmaddening. Happy Reading, Listeners!
Book List:
Forever Home, Grahame Norton
The God of Small Things, Arundhati Roy
Magpie, Elizabeth Day
Trouble, Marise Gaughan
There’s been a little incident, Alice Ryan
Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike, Phil Knight
Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow, Gabrielle Zevin
rish Christmas turkey is under threat of an avian flu virus which has decimated flocks across Europe, UK and US according to the Irish Independent. The cases of virus have been recently discovered in dead swans in Cavan.
Irish Farmers Association had put “red alert” to its poultry producer members, and Brendan Soden, Poultry Vice Chair of the IFA spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A two-day conference titled “Transforming Higher Education” will take place at the University of Limerick today and tomorrow. The conference will challenge whether traditional university degrees are a thing of the past and alternatives to innovate degree programmes
Professor Ann Ledwith, Executive Dean of Graduate & Professional Studies, University of Limerick spoke to Vincent this morning on the show.
The family of a young boy who was struck in a hit-and-run incident last month has appealed to the motorist involved to come forward. 13-year-old Jack Duggan suffered severe injuries including to his head in the incident in Cork City.
Jack’s older sister Donna Duggan spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
According to a Gas Networks Ireland report released yesterday, there will be no disruption to gas supply expected this winter but is it time for a grown-up chat about Ireland’s use of the UK’s LNG?
Speaking to Vincent this morning was Timmy Dooley, Fianna Fáil Senator and John McElligot, Member of Safety before LNG
Last weekend thousands of Brazilian citizens living in Ireland cast their vote in the country’s presidential election. This has prompted questions about whether Irish people living abroad should be given the same right for our presidential votes.
Joining Vincent to discuss this is Current Affairs Commentator Keith Mills & Emma De Souza, Spokesperson & Vice-chair of votingrights.ie.
Yesterday, Bishop Ray Browne, the Catholic Bishop of Kerry apologised after a retired priest, Fr Séan Sheehy delivered a homily where he voiced disparaging remarks about abortion, transgenderism, and homosexuality.
A number of people got up and left the church in protest at the priest's controversial homily. Joining Ciara to discuss this event is Theologian, Gina Menzies.
Just 52% of consumers who have their main account with Ulster Bank or KBC have opened a new account. That’s according to new research from the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.
Both banks are leaving the Irish market in the coming months. Kevin O’Brien Commission Member with the CCPC. Kevin, can you bring us through what is in this survey? Was it expected it would be as low as half at this stage?.
Gardaí have launched an investigation after discovery of a man’s body in “unexplained circumstances” in County Monaghan.
The discovery was made outside the M Hotel near Carrickmacross yesterday morning.
Conor Lally Irish Times Crime and Security Editor spoke to Vincent this morning on the show.
Friday night movie screenings have been underway at Tiglin’s Homeless Café, The No Buck Café on Pearse Street for the last month giving service users “a place to belong”, that’s according to an article in the Irish Examiner
Aubrey McCarthy, Chairman of the Tiglin Homeless Services spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Ireland is to be hit by a “frightening” wave of delayed cancer diagnoses next year and for many, it could be too late for medicine. That was the stark warning Taoiseach Mícheál Martin issued speaking at a Fianna Fail Parliamentary Party meeting last week.
And for more on this Ciara spoke to Professor John Crown Consultant Oncologist at St Vincent’s Hospital.
Get out and exercise this winter!
That is the message today from Sport Ireland and the government as they launch their Winter Initiative.
The scheme will see over 700 events and activities planned by national sports governing bodies encouraging people to get out and exercise over the cold months.
Jack Chambers Minster of State for Sport and The Gaeltacht joined Vincent this morning on the show.
For the past month, activists from Just Stop Oil have been protesting across London to ensure the Government commits to halting new fossil fuel licensing and production.
But can disruptive action help to save the planet? Lora Johnson, an Activist from Just Stop Oil joins Vincent this morning to discuss.
Was Halloween night a horror show for the fire brigade? Assistant Chief Fire Officer with Dublin Fire brigade, John Guilfoyle to Ciara how did Halloween night go.
Today is World Vegan Day, and the practice of steering clear of animal products has surged in popularity across the country in recent years.
So is going vegan the ethical thing to do? To discuss this further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sandra Higgins of GoVeganWorld.com and the Eden Farmed Animal Sanctuary.
Strategic Russian missile attacks on energy facilities have left millions of Ukrainians facing rolling blackouts The attacks have also hit other services 80% of Kyiv residents having their water supplies cut.
James Waterhouse BBC’s Ukraine correspondent joined Vincent this morning with an update on the recent attacks.
Average private rents have almost doubled their 2012 level, but income inequality is at a new record low - that’s according to the latest ESRI report.
For more on the findings of the report, Shane spoke to Economist at the ESRI and the author of the report, Dr. Barra Roantree.
The North looks set for fresh elections after political parties missed the midnight deadline to restore power-sharing at Stormont.
It means that Assembly elections will likely take place for the 2nd time this year on December the 15th. Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte has been to Lisburn which is in the Unionist stronghold of Lagan Valley.
Speaking to Ciara was Eóin Tennyson – Alliance Party MLA for Upper Bann.
Many of you will be celebrating spooking season this weekend but did you know its origins and traditions have been passed up for our ancient Celtic ancestors to make it the tricks, treats and sweets extravaganza it is today!
Speaking to Ciara was the Keeper of the Irish Folk Life Collection at the National Museum of Ireland - country life Clodagh Doyle.
Elon Musk has said he does not want Twitter to become a “free-for-all hellscape”, in a sudden bid to please advertisers.
Musk, a self-declared “free speech absolutist”, initially stated he was buying Twitter to restore free speech. This triggered concerns among advertisers that the social media platform would become a breathing ground to toxicity and abuse.
Kirsty Parks, Post-Doctoral Researcher at DCU & Disinformation lead for The European Digital Media Observatory Ireland spoke to Shane this morning.
The live animal crib outside Dublin’s Mansion house will not be going ahead this Christmas for the first time in 27 years despite weeks of preparation.
Lord Mayor of Dublin Caroline Conroy brought the subject to yesterday morning’s Dublin City Council meeting. Joining Ciara this morning was Lord Mayor of Dublin Caroline Conroy and also IFA President Tim Cullinane.
The North looks set for fresh elections after political parties missed the midnight deadline to restore power-sharing at Stormont.
It means that Assembly elections will likely take place for the 2nd time this year on December the 15th.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was John Finucane Sinn Féin MP for Belfast North
and Doug Beattie Ulster Unionist Party leader.
Dublin's Capel Street shop owners are split on the new pedestrianisation. Some feel it has been left unfinished, encouraging antisocial behaviour.
A drop in foot fall, with no dedicated cycle lane, leading to cyclists hitting pedestrians. Dublin City Council will vote in November to determine if the street will remain pedestrianised.
Henry McKean took a stroll down Capel Street and met pedestrians, business owners and locals. He asked is it working?
“Jesus always talked about feeding the hungry and looking after the poor. It seems to me that opening their doors would be in line with what the church should be doing”
That’s the view of Independent Cllr in Wexford Davy Hynes who has questioned whether the church has ever been approached to help with the homeless and refugee crisis
Davy joined Ciara alongside Fr Iggy ODonovan, Priest and Member of the Augustinian Order.
Oireachtas committee members questioned Education Minister Norma Foley yesterday over increased number of Irish language exemptions granted under the revised process.
Is this exemption rule fit for purpose? General Secretary of Conradh Na Gaeilge Julian De Spainn joined Ciara on the show this morning.
Sinn Fein remains by far the most popular party in the country according to an Irish Times/Ipsos poll. However, there has been a significant lift in support for both Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil following Budget 2023.
Pat Leahy Political Editor of The Irish Times brings us the findings of this Irish Times poll.
Men and women have more similar levels of ‘dark’ personality traits - including machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy when they are faced with harsh economic conditions – that's according to a new study by Queen University Belfast.
For more on this Ciara was joined on the show by Counselling Psychologist and Lecturer in TU Dublin, Leslie Shoemaker.
Parents of young kids should not celebrate Hallowe'en with wanton displays of throwaway plastic tat.
That’s according to Environmental journalist and commentator John Gibbons who spoke to Shane this morning.
Ireland’s water services remaining in the state’s hands should be enshrined in the constitution. That is the view of a group of trade unions that have come together this morning to launch the ‘Keep Water Public’ campaign, which calls on the Government to confirm a date for a referendum on the issue.
John King SIPTU Deputy General Secretary spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Yet another assembly election is expected to be called in the North tomorrow as the DUP continue to refuse to re-enter power-sharing due to their opposition to the Protocol.
For more on this Ciara spoke to Ben Lowry Editor of The Belfast Newsletter and also Brian Feeney Irish News Columnist and Political Commentator.
Everywhere, Any Day, You Can Play!” that’s the message Dublin City Council are sending out ahead of launching a new Play Strategy that will focus on the planning of play spaces throughout the city for children and young people.
Earlier we spoke to Deborah Clarke, DCC’s Play Officer who explained what this strategy entails and also joining Shane was Catherine Woods, Professor of physical activity for Health at the University of Limerick.
“Cohabiting couples deserve the same compassion as married couples” that’s the message The Labour Party will be bringing to the Seanad today as they call for support on their Surviving Cohabitant’s Pension Bill.
Labour Senator Mark Wall spoke to Shane with more on this.
Too many owners of large dogs are careless about keeping their pets on a leash.
That’s according to Irish Independent Columnist Frank Coughlan who spoke to Shane on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Families who are looking to bring their little ones along to see Santa this year could run into some challenges.
We are hearing from listeners that spaces are booked out and demand is higher than ever for Christmas experiences.
Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie has already put his Christmas hat on and went along to one of these events.
Fines for speeding, driving while using a mobile phone, and not using a seatbelt are set to be doubled from tonight in a bid to tackle the increasing number of road deaths and injuries in Ireland.
Is this a welcome move or just a money-making exercise?
JoiningShane this morning was former Transport Minister Shane Ross Independent TD Michael Healy Rae .
Employees’ rights to request remote working are set to be strengthened following a review of new draft laws.
Employers may be given fewer grounds to turn down applications for home working after the Department of Enterprise puts the finishing touches to the proposals.
Mary Connaughton is the Director of the professional body in Ireland for HR and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Experts have said that by forgoing the winter clock change, households could potentially save up to €400 a year on energy bills. Is that reason enough to consider scrapping the clock change?
To discuss this, Ciara spoke to Richard Guiney, CEO of Dublin Town Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin, John Fitzgerald
There is a severe teacher recruitment and retention crisis across the education sector.
That’s according to a survey carried out by the Teaching Union of Ireland.
Liz Farrell is the TUI President and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
From midnight tonight fines for 16 road safety offences will double.
Some of the fines that are doubling include speeding and learner permit holders driving unaccompanied which will increase from €80 to €160 while mobile phone use and non-wearing of seatbelts will go from €60 to €120.
Hildegarde Naughton Minister of State at the Department of Transport spoke to Ciara
Doubling the payment for families who take in refugees from €400 to €800, that’s just one option over a series of proposals that the cabinet discussed last night to tackle the growing crisis in providing for those fleeing the war.
But do these measures alleviate the problem? Labour Party leader Ivana Bacik spoke to Shane this morning.
Under plans being brought to the cabinet by Justice Minister Helen McEntee to reform licencing laws, clubs could serve alcohol until 5am but stay open until 6. Pubs would also see their closing times extended to 12:30am seven days a week while closing times for late bars will remain at 2:30am.
With reaction to this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sunil Sharpe Spokesperson from the Give Us The Night campaign and also Dr Garrett McGovern GP specialising in addiction medicine and Medical Director of the Priority Medical Clinic in Dundrum.
New treatment guidelines that redefine care for more than a million people in Ireland who live with obesity have been launched today.
Dr. Donal O’Shea is the HSE Lead for Obesity and he joined Shane this morning on the show.
Sinn Fein are to bring forward a motion in the Dáil this evening, to deliver what they deem “affordable, reliable and safe public transport.” The motion includes a range of proposals, one of which is the introduction of a dedicated transport policing unit.
For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sinn Fein Spokesperson on Transport, Darren O’Rourke.
Rishi Sunak will today be crowned UK Prime Minister after he became the only candidate in the Conservative Leadership race to get the backing of over 100 MPs.
He becomes the first British Asian prime minister and at 42, he will be the youngest to hold the role since 1783.
Lauren McEvatt Former Conservative government Special Adviser spoke to Jonathan this morning on the show.
“Erasing ‘women’ from a controversial clause in the constitution is dishonest” That’s according to Sunday Times Columnist Brenda Power
This comes after Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he would like a referendum to be held next year to remove the ‘women in the home’ clause from the Constitution.
Brenda Power, Columnist with The Sunday Times and The Daily Mail gave her view.
Reports this morning have suggested that the long-awaited report on planning decisions by former deputy chairman Paul Hyde and “further allegations of wrongdoing” to the planning board’s chairman, Dave Walsh has been completed.
The Irish Examiner’s Special Correspondent Mick Clifford has some of the detail in today’s paper and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Almost 11 and a half thousand contacts were made with Rape Crisis Networks across the country in 2021.
According to the Network’s annual report, 2020 saw a massive surge in contacts Rape Crisis Centres from those seeking support, however, numbers in 2021 did not return to pre-pandemic levels.
Cliona Sadlier Executive Director Rape Crisis Network Ireland spoke to Jonathan on the show this morning.
Rishi Sunak looks set to become the next Prime Minister of the UK after Boris Johnson pulled out of the Conservative leadership race last night.
Penny Mourdant is his remaining challenger but it looks likely that she will not receive the backing a hundred Tory MPs needed to make it to the ballot paper while Sunak has the backing of over 150 MPs.
To discuss Philip Webster Former Political Editor of the Timesjoined Shane on the show this morning.
The European Union is preparing to set stricter energy requirements on TVs from March 1, 2023. This could cause severe disruption to some of the biggest manufacturers in the TV space.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brings us more details on this.
“Not acceptable” that’s the response from Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney after 43 people from Ukraine were told there was no accommodation for them on Friday and Saturday after the Citywest transit hub was closed for new arrivals.
Where do we go from here? Speaking to Shane this morning was Dr Lorcan Sirr, Senior Lecturer in Housing, Planning, and Development at the Technological University Dublin.
Rishi Sunak looks set to become the next Prime Minister of the UK after Boris Johnson pulled out of the Conservative leadership race last night.
Penny Mourdant is his remaining challenger but it looks likely that she will not receive the backing a hundred Tory MPs needed to make it to the ballot paper while Sunak has the backing of over 150 MPs.
One of those Conservative MPs who have backed Rishi Sunak is Stephen Hammond spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with his reaction. We also heard from Adam Boulton Political Commentator.
Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe yesterday published the finance bill the legislation underpinning Budget 2023. Minister Donohue spoke to Shane with ore on this.
People will no longer be able to smoke in public parks or on beaches under plans being considered by Government.
Tobacco control officials have set their sights on extending a zero-tolerance approach to more sites, 18 years after Ireland became the first country in the world to outlaw smoking in the workplace.
Finian McGrathFormer Independent TD and Junior Minister spoke to Ciara this morning with his reaction.
Liz Truss’s resignation yesterday has thrust the Government in the UK into chaos. There’s been calls for a general election, talk of a return of Boris Johnson and a new Conservative party leader by this day next week
The presenter of the Hard Shoulder Kieran Cuddihy is in London and gave an insight on what it is it like on the ground there. Also, Ciara and Shane spoke to Daniel Moylan, member of the UK House of Lords and Former Political Editor of the Times Philip Webster.
Cork should “prepare the ground” for a supervised injection facility in the city by identifying potential locations and debating the issue.
That was the call from a meeting of Cork City Council earlier this week.
We need countryside that is home to native plants, flowers, trees, and shrubs but don't be cajoled into turning your tiny garden into a wilderness”
That was the view of UK Celebrity gardener Alan Titchmarsh who says that the trendy ‘rewilded’ gardens are actually ‘diminishing’ wildlife.
We get the view of Ireland’s most renowned gardener Diarmuid Gavin
A stark statement released last night by the Department of integration revealed that Citywest is now full to capacity.
This means people fleeing the war in Ukraine and asylum seekers who arrive at Dublin Airport may have to stay there overnight.
Ciara spoke to Co-founder of the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland Lucky Khambule with more on this.
Liz Truss has just become the shortest-serving British prime minister in history. A new leadership contest will take place within a week, Liz Truss said in her resignation speech outside Downing Street yesterday.
But who might the next leader be? Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast were Dominic Grieves, Former UK Attorney General, and Conservative MP, and Peter Cardwell, former Special Advisor to James Brokenshire, TalkRadio Presenter and Political Editor.
The Tour de France will not be welcome back in Ireland until it can prove it is clean”, that’s what then Minister for Tourism and Sports Dr Jim McDaid said in 1998 off the back of the doping scandals that overshadowed the event.
Is it time we welcome it back to our shores? Joining Shane this morning was Ian O’Riordan, Sports Journalist with The Irish Times.
Women going through the menopause who have complex needs such as high blood pressure or a history of breast cancer will now have access to specialist care in the Rotunda Hospital.
Two further clinics are due in Cork and Galway in addition to those in the National Maternity Hospital, the Coombe Hospital, and Nenagh Hospital.
]Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Just half of Ireland’s sewage was treated to EU standards - well below the EU average of 90 percent. That’s according to a new wastewater report from the Environmental Protection Agency.
Noel Byrne, Programme Manager with the EPA, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
There's a call for the winter homeless beds to be brought on stream sooner to bring people in from the cold.
The Dublin Region Homeless Executive is set to publish arrangements next week for The Cold Weather Strategy.
Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie spent a night with the Feed our Homeless outreach team. The charity says the system is often at full capacity.
Liz Truss’s UK government was plunged into complete disarray yesterday as Suella Braverman was forced to quit as home secretary and party discipline collapsed in the House of Commons. Could Truss’s run as Prime Minister be coming to an end already?
Columnist with The Times and former Conservative MP, Matthew Parris spoke to Shane this morning.
Minister of State for Transport Hildegarde Naughton is today launching new bus routes for the midlands and the northeast and the minister spoke to Ciara with more on this announcement.
If you struggle with cutting back on your weekly alcohol intake, you’re not alone.
Broadcaster Adrian Chiles used to knock back 100 units a week, and while he knew he couldn’t quit alcohol cold turkey, his new book “The Good Drinker: How I Learned to Love Drinking Less” outlines a number of ways to cut back on the sauce.
Dogs from Dublin are being sent as far afield as Sweden and Italy in efforts to rehome animals following the removal of Covid-19 restrictions and the closure of Ashton dog pound.
Almost 1,000 dogs have been delivered to the new Dublin county and city dog shelters over the last year following the closure of the Dublin 15 pound, which had been providing animal shelter services to Dublin’s local authorities. For more on this, Shane spoke to Bray base vet Pete Wedderburn.
Sinn Féin must answer serious questions about the party’s links to a criminal convicted for facilitating one of the most high-profile gangland murders in this country.
That’s the view of Fine Gael TD, Jennifer Carroll MacNeal who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ireland must not let long-term optimism on the potential of offshore wind or hydrogen blind us to the short-term vulnerabilities of our energy supply – so says Paul Deane, Research Fellow in clean energy in UCC. He will address the Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Union Affairs later today on issues affecting our energy security. In advance of the committee meeting, Paul spoke to Shane this morning.
The Central Bank later today is set to announce that it will ease its mortgage rules to allow households to borrow up to four times their income in taking on a home loan. Is this a positive step for people trying to get on the property ladder?
Speaking to Ciara this morning was Brendan Burgess, Founder of the consumer forum Ask about money.com
Business Editor Joe Lynam brought us all the business news live from Shannon Airport. Joe was also joined by Mary Considine is the Managing Director/Ceo of the Shannon Airport Group.
Minister Catherine Martin will bring measures to Cabinet colleagues today to promote gender balance on current affairs and music shows.
This new media service code which will be made by Coimisiún na Meán could include a requirement for stations to transparently show or publish their levels of gender balance for music or current affairs.
But is this necessary? To discuss this Ciara was joined by the features Editor with the Irish Mirror, Larissa Nolan.
A ban on evictions is set to go before the cabinet today. The moratorium is expected to last until the end of March however, it is unclear when it may kick in.
To discuss Ciara spoke to the Chairperson of the Irish Property Owners Association, Mary Conway and also People before profit TD Paul Murphy.
Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney has said Ireland will participate in the European Union's training mission for the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which is expected to get underway in mid-November.
Does this compromise our neutrality? To discuss further Shane spoke to Mark Price, steering committee member of the Irish Anti-War Movement, and Ger Aherne, Retired Brigadier General.
Tens of thousands of students who sat Junior Cycle exams last June have yet to receive their results. Is the end in sight for those who anxiously await?
To discuss further Ciara was joined on the show by Carl O’Brien, Education Editor of The Irish Times.
"Give her a chance" - That’s the message Jeremy Hunt has given to Conservative MPs who have questioned Liz Truss’s Leadership. The new chancellor believes she will still be prime minister at Christmas - despite five Conservative MPs already publicly calling for her to leave Number 10.
Lauren McEvatt, Former UK Government Special Advisor spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe has confirmed the Finance Bill will include a new levy on concrete, in an effort to reduce some of the burden on taxpayers, despite Fianna Fáil TDs previously claiming it was “dead in the water”.
Tom Parlon, Director General of the Construction Industry Federation spoke to Shane this morning.
The Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has launched the inaugural Menopause Awareness Week. The week is centered around World Menopause Day which takes place tomorrow. But why is this campaign needed?
Ciara was joined by Founder of the Menopause Hub, Loretta Dignam.
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue T.D, has reiterated Ireland’s commitment to eliminating global hunger. He joined Ciara on the line today. he also discussed plans to charge refugees nominal rent if they are employed in Ireland.
Irish gardens will have to shrink, plots of land will need to get much smaller, and homes must be built closer together if we are going to solve the county’s housing crisis – that's the view of architect Dermot Bannon. Is he right?
Joining Ciara was Financial analyst Karl Deeter and Hugh Wallace, Director at Douglas Wallace Architects.
Gardaí are investigating an incident in which a young boy was allegedly grabbed by the throat by an adult man during an Under 9s hurling blitz in Co Tipperary on Saturday. Does this incident reflect a broader trend of violence in the GAA?
Sean Kelly MEP and Former President of the GAA talked to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A new study carried out by the ESRI has found the likelihood of deprivation in adulthood was 35% higher among individuals who grew up in poverty when compared to individuals who grew up in ‘very good’ financial circumstances.
Dr Katriona O’Sullivan is Associate Professor in Psychology in Maynooth University and she joined Ciara on the show.
Vaccines that target cancer could be available before the end of the decade. That’s according to the husband and wife team behind one of the most successful Covid vaccines of the pandemic.
For more on this Shane was joined by Professor Seamus O’Reilly at Cork University Hospital.
The congressional committee investigating the attack on the US capitol on January 6th is to Subpoena former president Donald Trump for testimony and documents
For more on this what this means, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Boston lawyer and law lecturer at the University of Galway Larry Donnelly.
Ireland will fail to meet the EU and national goal of restoring all waters including rivers and lakes to good or better status by 2027, the Environmental Protection Agency has warned. EPA’s Mary Gurrie told Newstalk Breakfast that agriculture is having a “disproportionate” impact on declining water quality standards.
To discuss this further, Shane was joined on the show by President of the Irish Farmers Association, Tim Cullinane and also Environmental journalist and commentator, John Gibbons.
This weekend celebrates the International Day of rural women. Mairead Lavery, Journalist with Irish Country Magazine spoke to Ciara on the special celebration.
Hundreds of thousands of people have yet to contact Revenue to sort out how they will pay taxes owed on the Pandemic Unemployment Payment received during lockdowns.
Consumer tax manager at Taxback.com Marian Ryan spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with some guidance for those who have to pay taxes due.
Tomorrow marks baby loss awareness day.
In Ireland, there are approximately 380 babies who are stillborn or die shortly after birth each year; that is more than one baby every day.
Féileacáin, the Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Association of Ireland, is calling on people throughout the country to participate in the global ‘Wave of Light’ at 7pm tomorrow.
By doing so they will encourage conversations about the loss of a baby and the impact it has on people affected by miscarriage, stillbirth, and neonatal death.
Nina Farrelly, Grace and Liam’s Mam and coordinator of The Wave of Light on behalf of Feileacain joined Ciara on the show this morning to talk about her experience of loss and to give more details on 'The Wave Of Light'.
Dublin Bus is set to launch its 24-hour services this weekend. The new "G Spine" routes and Route 60 will replace the 79 and 79A buses as well as the western part of the number 40 route in the capital as a part of BusConnects' new network.
Tim Gaston, the NTA’s Director of Public Transport services joined Shane this morning.
The water quality of our rivers, lakes, estuaries, and coastal areas has all continued to decline in the past five years.
That’s according to a new report from the Environmental Protection Agency. Mary Gurrie Programme Manager with the EPA spoke to Ciara this morning.
Thousands of third level students are planning a series of walkouts from lectures this morning.
This is in protest at the lack of accommodation available and the cost of living in Ireland.
Beth O’Reilly President of the Union of Students in Ireland spoke to Shane ahead of the protests today.
Ireland’s First Digital Platform for Reusable Packaging is Piloting today! Customers of participating cafés and restaurants in North Co. Dublin can order takeaway food and drink, in specially produced packaging, which can be reused again and again, and returned to drop-off points reducing the number of single-use containers in circulation.
To explain this further Shane spoke to Michelle Moloughney, Co-founder of Reuse Island which is trading as Vytal Ireland.
Some parts of the country are facing backlogs of almost 10 years for access to the HSE’s School Dental Screening Service, which means children who should be receiving three check-ups in primary school are not being seen until their fourth year of secondary school.
That’s according to the Irish Dental Association, whose Chief Executive Fintan Hourihan spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The question of how, when, and whether to cap gas prices dominated another meeting of European Union countries yesterday, as they pursue a joint plan to target high gas prices.
Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications and Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Concerns are already being raised about stockpiling of fireworks and flammable materials for bonfires ahead of Halloween at the end of the month. So what can be done to tackle the problem ahead of time?
Daithi Doolan is a Sinn Féin Councillor for Ballyfermot-Drimnagh and Chairperson for the Joint Policing Committee and joined Shane this morning on the show.
In the wake of that historic victory, last night where Ireland beat Scotland 1- nil - We are now going to the World Cup! Speaking to Ciara this morning was Ireland Ladies Football Manager Vera Pauw.
THE HSE has announced a €169 million plan to address concerns about the provision of healthcare during the winter months.
Chief Clinical Officer with the HSE, Dr. Colm Henry spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
A trial allowing soccer referees to wear body cameras in the adult grassroots game in England is expected to start in the first half of next year.
Should the GAA be looking at a similar policy to tackle referee abuse? Maurice Deegan is a Former inter-county referee and joined Ciara this morning on the show.
RTÉ has questions to answer over its decision not to broadcast an interview with former Minister for Transport Shane Ross about his biography of Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald. That’s according to Taoiseach Micheál Martin, who said in the Dáil yesterday that development has a chilling effect on democracy.
Shane Ross joined Shane this morning on the show with his reaction.
Teenage girls are becoming increasingly interested in STEM careers - That’s according to a new report by I Wish. 93 per cent of female transition year students surveyed in the report reject the idea that boys are more suited to STEM careers than females.
However, nearly two-thirds of female students said persistent poor gender equality is a barrier to getting into the field.
To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to the Lecturer of Mathematics at TU Dublin, Dr. Fiona Faulkner.
Social Democrats TD Jennifer Whitmore has called for holiday homes to be excluded from the Government’s universal electricity credits. To explain why Jennifer spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
“My child got an attendance award at school – and I’m furious about it”, so says Lauren Crosby Medlicott, Freelance Writer, who feels “We are teaching them that strong is good, and fragility is bad. Lauren spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
One in five women worries about being attacked by a stranger – almost twice the level of fear of men. That’s according to a new survey commissioned by the Department of Justice.
To discuss this further Ciara spoke to Cliona Sadlier Executive Director of the Rape Crisis Network Ireland and also joined by Sexual Assault survivor Rachel McElroy.
Granting legal rights and protections to non-human entities such as animals, trees, and rivers is essential if countries are to tackle climate breakdown and biodiversity loss, experts have said.
A report for the Law Society explores how the relationship between humans and mother earth might be recalibrated in the future.
So should animals have legal rights?
Animal rights campaigner John Carmody
A colony of bats has divided the people of Kerry, as its existence as led to a strategic housing development being refused planning permission. Plans for 228 residential units of houses, apartments, duplexes and a crèche were proposed for Killarney.
An Bord Pleanála refused the planning due to artificial lighting that could impact the Lesser Horseshoe Bat in the nearby Killarney National Park. Our reporter Josh Crosbie has been to the Kingdom to get some local reaction.
The IABA is gifting period packs to over 350 boxing clubs to combat period poverty and support boxers. The initiative was launched as part of the Irish Athletic Boxing Association’s celebration of the Day of the Girl.
Women In Sport Lead, coach, and former competitive boxer Louise McKenzie spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
October is cyber security month and one of the key themes this year is phishing - which is on the rise.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly brings us advice on keeping safe on line.
Large explosions were heard in Ukraine's capital Kyiv following the sound of incoming missiles on Monday.
General Sir Richard Barrons spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with the latest from Ukraine.
Thousands of people have attended vigils across County Donegal tonight to remember the 10 people who lost their lives in the explosion in Creeslough.
Shane spoke to Local priest Fr John Joe Duffy.
Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has said that Car lanes will begin to be phased out of College Green from next year as part of wider plans to remove traffic from Dublin city centre over the next three years
To discuss this Shane spoke to by CEO of Dublin Town Richard Guiney and Green party councillor for North Inner City, Janet Horner.
A consultant neonatologist has called on Irish maternity hospitals not to provide the free baby formula to mothers unless it is medically prescribed.
Consultant neonatologist at University Maternity Hospital Limerick, Professor Roy Philip spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Supplies of more than 160 vital drugs are dangerously low. Pharmacy unions have voiced “increasing concern” that dearth poses a serious risk to patients forced to switch or even come off their meds.
For more on this Shane spoke to Kathy Maher, a Community pharmacist in Duleek, co. Meath and chair of the pharmacy contracts committee of the Irish Pharmacy Union
We go to Creeselough this morning where people are coming to terms with the enormity of what happened in the Co Donegal village on Friday. Ten people, all from the local area, died after an explosion. Newstalk's Chief Reporter Barry Whyte now joined us from Creeselough.
Two years ago, we spoke to Shelly Xiong who was racially abused and pushed into the Royal canal in Dublin by a group of teenage boys.
Yesterday, Shelley presented her victim impact statement to judge Paul Kelly, and in it she said that she had forgiven the boys for their actions. Shelly spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Talks between the EU and UK over the Northern Ireland protocol resumed for the first time since February with renewed hope of a deal on the issue.
It came as Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney met with the UK’s Foreign Secretary James Cleverly for talks last night. Minister Coveney joined Ciara and Shane on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A winter ban on evictions is now being considered by the government under plans to deal with the current cost of living crisis
As homelessness figures in the state have hit record highs, the ban is said to be kept in place until the end of March
Peter Dooley, Co-founder of the Dublin Renters Coalition spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Nuclear power can be both stable and safe and should be recruited to supplement wind and solar power and eliminate our dependence on fossil fuels.
So wrote William Reville, Emeritus professor of biochemistry at UCC, in the Irish Times and William spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
A Galway TD is calling for a dedicated online portal allowing cyclists to submit footage of road offences, to be made available in Ireland.
This calls comes in light of road safety week, which is currently running until Sunday.
Galway East, Fine Gael TD Ciaran Cannon spoke to Shane.
“The Gen Z bashing is getting out of hand.” That’s the view of Damien McCarthy, The CEO of HR Consultancy firm, HR Buddy who says the cohort is being over criticised over the workplace phenomenon of “Quiet Quitting”.
Damien McCarthy spoke to Ciara to discuss this.
We recently discussed an investigation is ongoing into reports from customers in South Dublin and Wicklow of an ‘earthy’ taste and smell in their drinking water.
But how does the rest of the country fare out? Programme Manager with the EPA’s Office of Environmental Enforcement, Noel Byrne joined Ciara this morning.
Endometriosis affects 1 in 10 women and is often misdiagnosed. “Below the Belt”, is a feature documentary directed by Sharon Cohn with executive producer, Hillary Rodham Clinton, is screening in the IFI tonight
It follows several women battling endometriosis aiming to raise awareness and improve healthcare outcomes. Ciara spoke to Lisa Tierney Keogh, Endometriosis Patient and writer.
We speak to former Formula One driver Derek Daly ahead of his son’s Conor NASCAR debut in the US.
There is to be a major overhaul of the Government’s proposed law on the right to request remote working.
That was the signal from Tánaiste Leo Varadkar yesterday, but what sort of legislation do we need on the issue? And what does the future of remote work look like?
Peter Cosgrave is Managing Director at Futurewise spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ireland is facing energy capacity deficits for the next decade. That’s according to EirGrid - the body that operates Ireland’s electricity grid in their latest Generation Capacity Statement which has been released this morning.
For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Muireann Lynch Energy Economist and Senior Research Officer with ESRI.
A 50c increase on a packet of cigarettes was announced in last week's budget. The rise came into effect on the night of the Budget with the price of a pack of 20 cigarettes now nearly €16.
Is this price hike unfair to smokers who have a dependence or is this the right move to entice quitting and prevent uptake?
To discuss with Johnathan was Independent TD from Limerick, Richard O’Donoghue and also Director-general of the TobaccoFree Research Institute, Professor Luke Clancy.
Irish Water has told customers in Dublin and Wicklow that water in their homes is safe to drinks. This comes after an investigation is ongoing into reports from customers in South Dublin and Wicklow of an ‘earthy’ taste and smell in their drinking water.
The complaints relate to the Vartry Water Treatment Plant which serves customers in Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown, Dublin City and North County Wicklow.
Joining Ciara to discuss this was Donna Cooney, Green Party Councillor for Clontarf.
The cabinet has agreed to an exchange of letters between the Government and the European Space Agency to pave the way for Eirsat 1 become Ireland’s first ever satellite in space.
Dr David McKeown Engineering Manager for EIRSAT 1 and Assistant Professor in School of Mechanical & Materials Engineering in UCD spoke to Shane this morning.
Today marks 60 years since the premiere of the first 007 film Dr. No, starring Sean Connery as the secret agent. Since then, there have been another 24 blockbuster movies and five more Bonds.
Joining Ciara and Shane to look back through the years of the most successful franchise in cinema history is Former Irish broadcaster at Newstalk George Hook.
“Broadly positive.” Those are the words Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has used to describe the initial findings from a post-pandemic review of Ireland’s handling of Covid-19.
A group chaired by former UCD president Prof Hugh Brady is expected to publish its findings in the coming weeks. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Professor Sam McConkey Infectious Disease Specialist at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences.
An Exchequer surplus of €7.9 billion was recorded in the year to end September 2022. This compares with a deficit of €6.2 billion in the same period last year. Ciara spoke to Sebastian Barnes Chairperson at the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council.
Also, Cabinet has approved a plan to pay three electricity credits to every household over the next six months. But is this enough to save households from soaring energy costs? Daragh Cassidy is Head of communications at Bonkers.ie discussed this on the show.
The Independent Group will bring forward a motion around the provision of free and accessible public transport in the Dáil today.
Thomas Pringle, Independent TD for Donegal, and Brian Caulfield, Associate Professor at the School of Engineering at Trinity College Dublin both joined Pat on the show this morning.
When British schools ignore Irish history, is it any wonder Brexit is such a mess? -- Lack of knowledge about the Anglo-Irish relationship past and present has deep personal and political consequences.”
Those are the words of secondary school teacher and Irish Examiner columnist - Jennifer Horgan who joined Ciara this morning on the show.
87% of mortgage holders could make monthly savings by switching but only 1% will switch terms or providers this year. That’s according to a report out this morning from Daftmortgages.ie.
Paul Monahan – General Manager of daftmortgages.ie. joined Shane this morning.
There were over 14,000 contacts to the National Rape Crisis Centre Helpline last year from people seeking support as a result of sexual violence. That’s according to the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre 2021 annual report, which will be launched by Education Minister Norma Foley later today.
Noeline Blackwell is CEO of the Dublin Raper Crisis Centre and spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
As we are all well aware, the festive season is one of the most expensive times of the year, as families fork out on extra food, decorations and gifts. With the current cost of living crisis, families are feeling the pinch even more so, with many opting into ‘Christmas clubs’, to soften the end-of-year sting.
Sean Boyle - Managing Director at Christmas2U joined Ciara on the show this morning.
Justice Minister Helen McEntee has asked Garda Commissioner Drew Harris to examine the use of ASBOS in a bid to crack down on the scenes of antisocial behaviour witnessed in parts of the country in recent weeks.
For more on this, Ciara was joined on the show by Micheal McLoughlin Head of Advocacy and Communications for Youth Work Ireland.
The residential housing targets and guidelines set out in Ireland’s National Planning Framework are fundamentally flawed and, if left unchallenged, will only exacerbate the housing crisis.
That's according to a new Residential Land Supply Study from Savills published this morning. To discuss this further, we’re joined now by Peter Burke, Minister of state with responsibility for local government & planning
Drug use among young people in the UK has risen by 50 percent since the end of Covid-19 restrictions The stats also found that One in three 16 to 25-year-olds used an illegal drug in the past year.
So is Ireland seeing a similar increase? Dr Garrett McGovern Medical Director at the Priority Medical Clinic in Dundrum spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Citizens from all walks of life have come together to create Ionbhá - The nation’s new empathy bible.
The book, which is being released on Thursday, contains over 80 pieces of prose, essays, and poetry, from influential figures such as President Michael D Higgins, Rachael Blackmore, Panti Bliss, The Edge, and Fr Peter McVerry.
Professor Pat Dolan is the Chair at the UNESCO Child and Family Research Centre at the University of Galway and Co-editor of the book spoke to Shane this morning.
Limerick Pedestrian Network is asking for reform on parking on pavement offences.
The group will raise the issue today at the joined Oireachtas Committee on Justice
What should be done to effectively tackle the issue of illegal parking on footpaths?
Speaking to Shane this morning was Madeline Lyes, Chair of the Limerick Pedestrian
From today everyone aged 17 and over can access free home STI testing. Under the new HSE service, people can apply for the home test kits online which will then be delivered by post.
Dr. Fiona Lyons, HSE Clinical Lead for Sexual Health spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Research from the NHS has shown the number of people diagnosed with ADHD is up 20% from this time last year.
This surge has coincided with massive growth in the number of women who slipped through the cracks in childhood getting screened and diagnosed with the condition.
CEO of ADHD Ireland Ken Kilbride spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Elon Musk has unveiled a prototype of Tesla’s humanoid robot, which will be available for purchase at a cost of around €20,000.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly has all the details.
Opposition parties are trying to exploit the country’s problems and are misleading people when they describe Ireland as a failed state. So said Taoiseach Micheál Martin in his speech at the Fianna Fáil ard fheis on Saturday.
But is it true that opposition parties unfairly talk down the country? To discuss Ciara spoke to Cathal Crowe a Fianna Fáil TD for Clare and Maurice Quinlivan, Sinn Fein TD for Limerick.
Rising mortgage interest rates will resurrect the ghosts of mortgage arrears and repossessions.
That’s the view of David Hall, CEO of the Irish Mortgage Holders Association.
The trial of Gerry Hutch for the murder of David Byrne, who was shot dead during a boxing weigh-in at the Regency Hotel in Dublin in 2016, is due to get underway today.
John Mooney is Crime Correspondent for the Sunday Times and gave us an update on what will happen today.
After the budget announcement, for many Irish families, the issue of money had been the main topic to discuss over the dinner table.
But how to explain the concept of money to our children, so they could make wise financial choices later in life? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Santis O’Garro, a life coach, entrepreneur and social media money mentor joins us now.
A new academic year has dawned for students across the country, though proponents of mixed schooling say our education system is still in the dark age. Same sex schools remain a large part of Irish education, and our reporter Sarah Madden has been investigating why.
Corned beef, condensed soups and mushy green peas – these are the canned food memories of everyone’s nightmares. But are tinned goods making a comeback, and can we all fill our cupboards and get back onboard? Sarah Madden reports.
How prepared is Ireland's infrastructure for the heatwaves of the future?
Newstalk's Sarah Madden reports.
Dublin could be about to introduce a directly elected mayor. The Dublin Citizens’ Assembly will meet for the final time tomorrow in Dublin Castle, to vote on the issue and to discuss what local government structures the best suit the city.
Jim Gavin who led the Dublin footballers to 6 All Irelands has been chairing the Assembly and joined Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Women are being ‘thrown out’ of the hospital too soon after given birth – that's according to Sabina Higgins. Is this a fair take?
In reaction to these comments Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Dr Peter Boylan Former Master of the National Maternity Hospital and Life Governor.
Solicitors across the country are calling for a review of personal injury awards in light of cost-of-living crisis, as inflation increases.
There is widespread concern among those intending to sue, that the compensation will not even cover the cost of ongoing medical treatments and expenses.
To discuss this further, Ciara spoke to Solicitor and Senior Counsel– Stuart Gilhooley..
Ending domestic, sexual and gender-based violence isn’t an option for us – it is an obligation. That’s the word of Justice Minister Helen McEntee writing in the Irish Independent today and Minister McEntee spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The EU’s Council of Energy Ministers is again meeting today where the proposed windfall tax on renewable and nuclear energy companies will be ratified.
Environment Minister Eamon Ryan will be representing Ireland at the meeting and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
With each rate hike and each bill, we are reminded of the need to conserve energy this winter.
Those who have braved turning on the heat are closing windows and doors to keep the warmth in, but what about outdoor heaters in restaurants and pubs heating the open air. Now that COVID restrictions have been scrapped – should outdoor heaters be also?
Environmentalist and architect Duncan Stweart spoke to Ciara this morning with his view on this.
Russia's Vladimir Putin will hold a signing ceremony today to annex four more areas of Ukraine. This comes following self-styled referendums that have been strongly condemned by Ukraine and the West as a sham.
Joining me now is Ukrainian MP - Lesia Vasylenko.
Research from children's charity Barnardo's has revealed that 60% of children surveyed would not tell their parents if they were cyberbullied.
Suzanne Connolly, CEO of Barnardos outlined the findings to Shane Beatty on Breakfast Briefing earlier
Director of Engagement in DCU Anti-Bullying Centre, who is also responsible for anti-bullying programmes in schools - Darran Heaney
Finance Minister, Paschal O’Donoghue announced a 10% levy on concrete this week in the budget.
A number of backbencher TDs have been critical of the measure and expressed their concerns amid cost of living concerns.
Among those is Sean Canney, Galway East Independent TD who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Large energy users and residential customers on 'smart tariffs' will see higher electricity costs during the peak hours from 5pm to 7pm. It follows a decision today by the Commission for the Regulation of Utilities following a consultation period announced last month.
To explain this further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Energy Economist & Senior Research Officer with ESRI – Muireann Lynch.
Almost half of all bird species are in decline globally with the figure even higher at 63% for Irish birds
That’s according to the latest State of the World’s Birds report which says that one in eight birds globally are threatened with extinction.
Oonagh Duggan, Head of Advocacy, BirdWatch Ireland spoke to Shane this morning.
Budget 2023 saw the expansion of the recent free contraception scheme to those aged 16-30.
It means contraception will be permitted for those aged 16 despite the age of consent being 17. So is now the time for a conversation about lowering the age?
Dr. Pádraig MacNeela Active Consent Programme Co-Lead at the School of the Psychology University of Galway spoke to Ciara this morning.
We heard lots of criticism from the opposition in the lead-up to the official budget announcement but what do they make of the measures in full?
Sinn Féin spokesperson on Agriculture and TD for Cavan Monaghan Matt Carthy spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Holiday homeowners are a threat to the survival of the Irish language - well that's according to Údarás na Gaeltachta.
The organisation says that the purchase of holiday homes is eating into the limited housing supply in Irish-speaking areas – driving young people out and killing the language in the process.
Board Chairperson Anna Ní Ghallachair joins Newstalk Breakfast to discuss.
Back to the budget – the Department of Social Protection announced a whopping package of 2.2 billion euro.
How are they spending it? Minister for Social Protection, Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphries spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Summer has well and truly come to an end, and with the weather getting foul and the evenings darkening rapidly, many people can experience a real dip in their mood. So how can you combat the onset of the winter blues?
Dr. Anne Kehoe, Senior Clinical Psychologist and chartered member of the Psychological Society of Ireland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ukraine’s authorities have said citizens helping to organise Russia’s so-called “referendums”, which concluded yesterday in the occupied territories, will face up to five years in prison for their role in orchestrating them.
Joining us from the city of Kryvyi Rih in central Ukraine is International Editor for Channel 4 News and author Lindsey Hilsum.
The Government unveiled Budget 2023 yesterday - an overall package of supports worth more than €10 billion.
Shane was joined on the show by Roderic O'Gorman, Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth to discuss Budget 2023.
The Bank of England has said it will not hesitate to hike interest rates after the pound fell to a record low against the US dollar.
For more on this Shane spoke to Vincent McAviney, a London-based Journalist.
It’s D-Day for the coalition government Budget Day 2023. Our reporter Josh Crosbie went on the road from Athlone to Dublin asking people what they would like to see.
Also joining Ciara to discuss Budget Day 2023 was Political Reporter with the Irish Independent, Gabija Gataveckaite.
Netflix’s series showcasing the life and crimes of mass murderer Jeffrey Dahmer is the latest production to add fuel to fire of the True Crime obsession.
But why do we enjoy watching such grisly tales and is our enjoyment in these real-life horror stories problematic?
To discuss further Ciara spoke to Prof Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin and author of In Search of Madness.
As you might have heard earlier in the show, a spacecraft deliberately smashed into an asteroid this morning, altering its path in space. NASA’s double asteroid re-direction test is the first mission trialing a technique that may be used to save the Earth in the future.
Space commentator Leo Enright joined Newstalk Breakfast with the details.
The Government has published a detailed breakdown of carbon emissions ceilings legally required to be applied across the economy under two carbon budgets up to 2030, however, the Climate Change Advisory Council has raised concerns about the lack of land use targets and ‘unallocated savings’
To discuss this further Ciara spoke to Marie Donnelly, Chair of the Climate Change Advisory Council.
Back to the Budget, opposition parties have spent the last few weeks putting together alternative budgets, many of which have been met with criticism from the coalition.
Now we hear what both Sinn Fein and Fine Gael have to say about the government’s budget measures.
We are joined by Louise O’Reilly, Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Workers’ Rights, Enterprise, Trade, and Employment
We are also joined by Jennifer Carrol MacNeill Fine Gael TD for Dún Laoghaire
The most popular digital assistants – Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant all have one thing in common – they are predominately female.
This brings about the question, is this teaching a whole new generation to view women as ‘staff’ and ‘subservient’ through the common digital devices in our homes?
To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Debbie Ging, Associate Professor of Digital Media and Gender in the School of Communications.
Donegal Councilor Michael Naughton is calling on Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe and Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Michael McGrath to ensure Ireland doesn’t become a ‘cashless society'.
Italy's Democratic Party has conceded defeat in the country's election after an exit poll suggested far-right leader Giorgia Meloni's alliance is leading the vote. Her party, the Brothers of Italy, is expected to form the country’s most right-wing government since World War Two.
Paddy Agnew, Sunday Independent Columnist based in Italy joins us to discuss.
Dubbed the cost-of-living budget, tomorrow is budget day 2023. So, what can we expect?
Jack Horgan Jones, Political Reporter for The Irish Times spoke to Shane this morning ahead of budget day.
A new app, produced by An Garda Síochána looks to solve instances of theft when they arise.
Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent, Jess Kelly spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with all the details.
The latest Daft.ie housing price report has been released and to give is a rundown of the findings, Shane spoke to Economist at Trinity College Dublin & author of the report – Ronan Lyons.
Key spending figures have been agreed for Budget 2023 after marathon talks between key government figures yesterday evening.
So is this approach from the government a prudent one? Ciara spoke to Seamus Coffey, Former Chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council and Economist at UCC and also we heard from Former Tánaiste Joan Burton.
The EU has downgraded Ireland’s north and west to a ‘lagging region’. The area, which includes Galway, Roscommon, Leitrim, Sligo, Donegal, Monaghan, and Mayo has been downgraded as it has been noted as being significantly poorer relative to the European average over recent years.
The commission said the region faced a range of development challenges including lower productivity and educational attainment, a weaker skills base, and a business environment.
In reaction to this Shane spoke to Donegal person of the year, TV personality and ambassador to Harvey’s Point hotel Donegal, Noel Cunningham.
A Health Panel in the US has recommended that all adults under 65 should be screened for symptoms of anxiety due to the “global plague”
But how do you distinguish a fleeting anxious feeling from a mental health condition?
Niamh Delmar, Counselling Psychologist, and Writer spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
“Housing Minister, Darragh O’Brien, is failing to meet any of the targets on delivering affordable homes – a punitive 10% tax on vacancy and dereliction should be introduced and a levy imposed on investment funds.”
That’s the view of Social Democrats Housing Spokesperson Cian O’Callaghan who spoke to Shane this morning.
Taoiseach Micheal Martin has used Ireland’s statement to the UN General Assembly to voice his deep frustration in the UN Security Council’s “failure to act” on a number of issues, such as climate change.
Our political correspondent Sean Defoe is in New York at the UN security council and meeting and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Tonight is Culture Night, and over 1,700 rich and diverse events will be taking place in towns, cities and villages across the country.
Joining Ciara to give us a taste of what to expect was Maria Moynihan Lee, Managing Director of Milestone Inventive, the Culture Night national Co-Ordinators.
For one night only on Monday, September 26th, European Space Agency Astronaut Tim Peake will be at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, guiding an audience through his extraordinary trip of a lifetime to outer space.
In December 2015, Tim became the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station and conduct a spacewalk while orbiting Earth. Tim spoke
SIPTU will today launch its Safe Journey campaign for public transport policing and joining me on the line now is SIPTU Transport, Energy, Aviation and Construction division Organiser, Karan O Loughlin.
The Government is today announcing paid leave for victims of domestic violence. Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this announcement.
Google searches for ways to leave Russia spiked ahead of Vladimir Putin’s first televised address in February. Speaking yesterday morning, Putin announced that he signed a “partial mobilisation” of reserves in Russia.
European Commissioner Mairead McGuinness gave her reaction to Ciara this morning on the show.
The HSE is currently preparing their Winter Plan with the threat of a ‘twindemic’ of Covid and flu expected to put significant strain on hospitals this winter.
Dr Colm Henry Chief Clinical Officer with the HSE spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Eviction notices have begun to surge again: In the first half of 2022, almost 3,000 eviction notices have been issued according to the Residential Tenancies Board, having doubled since last year.
Is it time to bring back the eviction ban to tackle the cost-of-living crisis? To discuss
A male contraceptive jab is on the way, but will it truly equalise reproductive control? - That is the question posed by Journalist, Writer, and Columnist with the Irish Independent Mary Kenny in a recent article and Mary spoke to Ciara this morning.
Catholics are predicted to be the biggest faith group in Northern Ireland for the first time when the results of the 2021 census are published later today. So what sort of impact with this symbolic demographic shift have on the future in the north?
To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Brian Feeney an Irish News Columnist and Political Commentator.
Today is World Car-Free day, and people around the world are being encouraged to make a special effort not to use the car. But how soon will it be until our towns and cities are completely car-free?
Hannah Daly is a Professor in Sustainable Energy at the School of Engineering in University College Cork and joined Ciara this morning.
It’s reported that over 100 protesters have been arrested and thousands have fled Russia, following Putin’s announcement that he was introducing “partial mobilisation,” to bolster his army in Ukraine.
Ciara spoke to Moscow Correspondent for The Guardian, Andrew Roth live in Moscow.
September is childhood Cancer Awareness month. This morning on the show Ciara spoke to Roseanna Ruane, mother of Saoirse Ruane the little girl who fought cancer and warmed our hearts on the Late Late Toy Show back in 2020.
Almost three in five people in Ireland agree that EU countries should be allowed to delay meeting EU environmental targets in order to deal with the current energy crisis. This is according to the latest annual European Movement Ireland ‘Ireland and the EU’ poll.
Minister of State for European Affairs, Thomas Byrne spoke to Shane with more on this.
The Cabinet yesterday signed off on its major pension reform plan which will see the retirement age staying at 66, but allow people to continue to work if they choose.
Minister for Social Protection Heather Humphreys made clear that PRSI increases "will be needed in the future" to pay for her pension plan.
Chairperson at the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council, Sebastian Barnes spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
A new campaigning group to defend Ireland's Neutrality is launching today, on the UN International Day of Peace.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Jim Roache Irish Neutrality League and PRO Steering Committee, of the Irish Anti-War Movement.
The HSE’s new recommendation on home births - which excludes women who live within 30 minutes from their nearest hospital - would eradicate choice for mothers if implemented that's the view of Fianna Fail TD Christopher O’Sullivan who says he will do everything to ensure it doesn’t happen
Krysia Lynch is the Chair of The Association for Improvements in the Maternity Services in Ireland (AIMS) spoke to Ciara this morning.
Education Minister Norma Foley will today go before the Oireachtas Education Committee answering questions on the major issues facing the school transport area.
Aodhan O’Riordan Labour’s Education Spokesperson will be one of those putting the questions and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
‘There are not enough Irish ports to deliver offshore wind energy target’– that's the warning in a new report from Wind Energy Ireland today
CEO of Wind Energy Ireland Noel Cunliffe spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The Oireachtas Housing Committee will today examine issues facing the rental housing sector in Ireland.
Pat Davitt CEO of the Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers will be one of those before the committee and he spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Minister for Social Protection Heather Humphreys is bringing proposals to Cabinet to ensure the State pension age remains at 66 - rather than 68 as recommended by the Pension Commission.
The Minister is also expected to recommend a flexible pension age, in which people who choose to work beyond 66 years of age receive higher rates of pension payment.
For more on this Shane spoke to Pension Commission Member John McGrane
The choices we make in how we heat our homes and how we travel directly impacts the quality of the air we breathe.
That’s according to the 2021 Air Quality Report from the Environmental Protection Agency, which found that there are approximately 1,300 premature deaths annually in Ireland due to poor air quality from fine particulate matter.
Pat Kenny is an EPA Senior Scientific Officer and co-author of the report and joined Shane this morning on the show.
An investigation been launched after a Garda car was rammed in Dublin last night.
Footage of the incident which happened in Cherry Orchard just after 7:30pm has been widely shared on social media.
Daithí Doolan Sinn Féin Councillor for Ballyfermot/Drimnagh and Chairman of the Joint policing Committee for Dublin South Central gave Newstalk Breakfast his reaction to last night's incident.
Ireland is a “hub for a tax avoidance” and its current tax policies are hurting the tax bases of other European countries. That's the view of Dutch MEP, Paul Tang.
Why are Ireland’s fiscal policies raising concerns among our European partners? We asked Paul Tang, Dutch MEP and a member of the Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats group within the European Parliament, and chair of the subcommittee on tax matters.
The National Ploughing Championships are back the first time in three years.
300,000 visitors are set to converge on the event in Laois this morning, and they can expect to lap up the autumn sunshine with temperatures set to hit 19 degrees.
Anna Marie McHugh Deputy Managing Director of the National Ploughing Championships and the General Secretary of World Ploughing Championships joined Shane this morning ahead of the first day of the events.
Gardaí have issued a list of red flags to look out for after a number of students fell victim to a rent scam
Jess Kelly, Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to advise what to look out for with these scams.
The biggest funeral since Nelson Mandela is taking place this morning in Westminster Abbey. The ten days of mourning are coming to an end. Queen Elizabeth the second will be buried in Windsor by tonight. The 5 mile ‘Lying in State’ long queue where hundreds of thousands of people joined finished at 6.30 this morning. Henry McKean is there for us and joined us live from London.
Ireland should develop substantial gas storage facilities to reduce the risks posed by any future disruptions in supply. That’s according to a landmark report on Ireland’s energy security to be unveiled by Minister for the Environment Eamon Ryan later today.
To discuss further Shane spoke to Denis Naughten,Independent TD
and John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist and Commentator.
The Climate Change Advisory Council is a “quango” full of flakes, and the ESRI conclusions on climate change are “ridiculous”.
That’s according to David Horgan, Chief Executive of Petrel Resources who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on his views.
Hollywood could be on its way to the Midlands today as Westmeath County Council votes to approve planning permission for Ireland’s largest film studio.
Mayor of Mullingar Green Party Councillor Hazel Smyth spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with more on this.
Following almost two weeks of mourning, Queen Elizabeth’s funeral will take place at Windsor Abbey today with 2,000 people and many heads of state from around the world set to attend the ceremony
Stephen Bates, Former Royal Correspondent of the Guardian and Author of Royal Inc Britain’s Best-Known Brand spoke to Shane this morning.
The health service is bracing for tough winter with “significant risks” of a “twindemic” of coronavirus and flu, staff shortages, and “unprecedented” levels of unplanned hospital admissions, particularly among older people. That's according to HSE draft plan revealed by Irish Independent.
Phil Ni Sheadhaga is the General Secretary at The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.
Now men can often be bad for getting the health NCT and this month the Irish Heart Foundation are encouraging people to get their hearts tested. So we sent a rather nervous Shane along to get tested.
Both Ryanair and Aer Lingus have had to cancel a number of flights in and out of Dublin Airport today as a result of a strike by French air traffic controllers.
Joining Jonathan this morning with the details is Eoghan Corry, Editor of Air and travel magazine.
The Government is planning to introduce a windfall tax on energy companies, but the Taoiseach said it is still unclear how much money the levy will raise.
Micheál Martin has said it was "difficult to be precise on the exact amount" of money that may be forthcoming to Ireland as a result of European Commission proposals to cap energy prices and tax profits.
Muireann Lynch, Energy Economist at the ESRI
The workplace has been designed for men, by men, and society still tilts the scale in their favour.
That’s the view of Edwina Dunn, Businesswoman and founder of The Female Lead, who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
As a mass exodus of young Irish nurses continue to emigrate to Australia, one nurse that immigrated to Ireland from Australia with her family has been experiencing difficulties registering with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland for over a year.
Toni Mayola Su joins me now to tell me more about her story.
Many Irish people are in denial about their drinking habits with a large share of binge drinkers not believing they are consuming dangerous levels of alcohol - that’s according to new research from the Health Research Board
Chairman of the communications clinic Terry Prone spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The only benefits of expensive Commissions of Investigation is to the legal profession due to their high costs.
That’s according to Brian Stanley, Sinn Fein TD and chair of the Public Accounts Committee who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Palliative Care Week takes place this week to tell us more about it Ciara was joined by Fundraiser for the Mayo Roscommon Hospice and one third of ‘The Tommy, Hector and Laurita Podcast’, Laurita Blewitt.
The introduction of distance, location and time-based road usage charges was among the recommendations from the Commission Taxation yesterday.
But would this be a good idea? To discuss Ciara spoke to John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin, and Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for Kerry .
Cost of living Protests are taking place across the country with a national protest organised for September 24th.
The Cost of living coalition are calling on people to take to the streets for what they say will be ‘biggest protest in this country for many, many years.”
For more on this Shane spoke to Mick Barry, Socialist Party TD Cork North Central and part of the cost of living campaigns organising protests.
Minimum wage will rise to €11.30 per hour from January 1st, an 80-cent increase from the current wage at €10.50. There are hopes that minimum wage will be phased out and replaced with a living wage by 2026.
But will this increase encourage people to re-join the workforce to save our service industry?
Tony Foley, Emeritus Associate Professor of Economics with the DCU Business school spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning to discuss.
The leader of Sweden’s incumbent Social Democrats conceded defeat in the country’s knife-edge election last night, handing victory to a loose bloc of rightwing parties that includes the far-right Sweden Democrats.
Becky Waterton is the Deputy Editor of The Local in Sweden and spoke to Shane this morning.
The regional Independent group will today table a motion in the Dail on the security of our electricity supply.
Independent TD for Galway East Sean Canney spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Women aged 17 to 25 years old will be able to access free contraception from their GP’s, starting today. While the scheme is largely welcomed, some doctors are raising concerns about their ability to take extra work.
Will the scheme end up putting more pressure on the system? Illona Duffy Monaghan based GP, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Government is set to increase the minimum by 80c to €11.30 per hour.
The Cabinet will sign off on the increase at a meeting today, and the change will come into effect on January 1.
Shane spoke to the CEO of ISME Neil McDonnell and People before profit TD, Richard Boyd Barrett.
Increases in parental leave and childcare relief are among numerous calls to help parents and families deal with the cost-of-living crisis.
But do we do enough to help single people who are struggling? For more on this Shane spoke to Andrea Smith who is a Freelance Journalist.
Revenge porn is an outdated, salacious term that implies blame should be focused on the victim. That's the view of Outreach Co-ordinator at Active* Consent, Dr Caroline West
Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Lauren Dooley, who has experienced this type of abuse firsthand.
A number of primary school management bodies have issued a joint statement calling for an “immediate increase” in the basic capitation rate.
They warn that they cannot continue to rely on “voluntary contributions from already hard-pressed parents” to pay for heat, light and water in schools
To discuss this further Ciara spoke to the Chief executive of Educate Together, Emer Nowlan.
Without much more ambitious action, the impacts of climate change will be increasingly devastating across the planet.
That’s the grim outlook from a multi-agency report coordinated by the World Meteorological Organisation.
Cara Augustenborg is a Professor of Environmental Policy at University College Dublin and a member of the Climate Advisory Council discuss this more with Shane this morning on the show.
The Fianna Fáil parliamentary party is here in Mullingar today for a party “think-in” ahead of the start of the Dáil term tomorrow.
Shane spoke to party leader, An Taoiseach Micheál Martin
Soaring energy prices and the cost of living will be the focus of the Sinn Féin think-in today in Dublin. Shane spoke to Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald ahead of the think-in today.
US President Joe Biden is seeking to “end cancer as we know it” - as he has announced a new programme that will look to reduce the incidence of cancer by at least 50%, over the next 25 years.
Professor Seamus O’Reilly, Consultant Medical Oncologist in Cork University Hospital spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The queen had charm, grit, and endurance - but can we just stop with the forced sorrow?
That is the view of Suzanne Harrington, Journalist, and Author based in Brighton who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Spunout has launched a new campaign called ‘Under the Sheets’ which is demanding students have the right to high-quality sex education.
Illan Dunne is a member of the National Action Panel and contributor to the campaign and spoke to Ciara this morning on the show with more details on the campaign.
The 74th Primetime Emmy Awards took place last night!
To give us a rundown of last night’s winners and losers, Ciara was joined by Tim Gray, Variety’s Senior VP and Awards Editor
Ukrainian troops reclaimed a significant swath of territory from Russia on Monday, pushing all the way back to the north-eastern border in some places as part of an advance that forced Russian troops to hastily retreat from occupied land.
So is this latest advance likely to bring the war closer to an end? For more on this Shane spoke to Paul Rogers is an Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
Do you get nervous when you’re entertaining guests in your home? You might have “hostess neurosis”!
So what are the signs of this problem, and what can you do about it?
Caroline Foran, Author and podcast host joined Shane on the show.
A new report from the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland’s Policy Group on Tobacco is calling for the minimum age of sale of tobacco to be raised from 18 to 21 – would it deter young people from smoking?
Medical Director at the Priority Medical Clinic in Dundrum and GP Specialising in Addiction, Dr Garrett McGovern joined Ciara on the show.
Well as we heard earlier in the show, many people’s commutes have gotten longer since the pandemic.
But why is this and what must be done to improve the situation?
Brian Caulfield, Associate Professor at the School of Engineering at Trinity College Dublin joined us on the show this morning.
Households are in line for three discounts of €200 or more on their electricity bills between now and next spring, under proposals being considered by the Government.
So reported the Sunday Independent yesterday.
Pauline O’Reilly, Chair of the Green Party Senator, and Conor Skehan, Sunday Independent Columnist both joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Education Minister Norma Foley has expanded the exemption list for studying Irish language but is this the right approach to take or are we just making it easier to avoid studying our national language?
Professor Pádraig Ó Duibhir is the Director of DCU’s Sealbhú research centre for the learning and teaching of Irish
Thousands of Aer Lingus passengers are trying to rearrange their travel plans following the mass cancellation of flights on Saturday due to an IT outage.
Derek Walsh is currently in Bulgaria and Hannah Carton is in Rome and they both joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Swedish far right appears close to causing an earthquake in Swedish politics, with the Sweden Democrats becoming the country’s second-largest party. At the same time, the wider rightwing bloc it leads has edged towards victory over the incumbent center-left.
What does this political shift mean for Sweden?
Torbjörn Nilsson, journalist and author at Svenska Dagbladet joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Gardaí investigating a car fire in Co Westmeath, which left two children dead and their mother seriously injured, strongly suspect the blaze started maliciously
Irish Times Crime and Security Editor, Conor Lally brought us the latest on the investigation.
Whether you travel by car, bus, rail, walk or even use e-scooters commuting is back to almost pre-pandemic levels.
Here at Newstalk we have been asking you, the listeners, to get in touch and give us your feedback on commuting.
How much has changed? How little has changed, and how is it affecting your pocket?
Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie gives us a breakdown of the results.
Fine Gael members meet in Kilkenny on Friday. Today is the first of a two-day think-in for Fine Gael, wherein the party members will discuss ways for how the party can stand up for working people.
Shane was joined this morning live from the think-in by Tánaiste and Fine Gael Leader Leo Varadkar.
Queen Elisabeth II, the longest-serving monarch in British history had remarkable 70 years of her reign. What will be her legacy and what’s the future of British monarchy under the new King Charles III?
This morning on the show Ciara and Shane spoke to Edwina Curry - Former British Conservative Minister, John Bruton - Former Taoiseach and also Jennie Bond - former BBC Royal Correspondent.
Queen Elisabeth had made her historic visit to Republic of Ireland in 2011. The four-day trip was designed to promote reconciliation and encourage healing.
How this visit has been remembered? Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Bobby McDonagh is a Former Irish Ambassador to the UK and EU, Eamon Gillmore – former Tánaiste and Minister of Foreign Affairs, who welcomed the British monarch on her visit to Ireland in 2011 and also Kate Hoey - Baroness and former member of the House of Lords.
Europe’s energy market looks set for radical changes as EU energy ministers meet today Brussels.
Among the changes proposed – there looks set to be a price cap on Russian gas, alongside measures including a mandatory EU cut in electricity use and a cap on the revenue of non-gas power generators.
Ireland is being represented at the meeting by Minister for Transport, Environment, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan.
Queen Elisabeth II passed away at Balmoral Castle in Scotland yesterday afternoon at the age of 96.
Her son Charles immediately succeeded her as King Charles III and described the Queen’s passing as a moment of the greatest sadness for all members of the royal family.
Stephen Bates Former Royal Correspondent of the Guardian and Author of Royalty Inc Britan's best-known Brand
The new school year is well underway, and thousands of families are now back in the routine of school drop-offs, sports training and music lessons.
But between education and extracurricular activities - are some children being spread too thin? Some experts think so...
Psychotherapist and the Author Stella O’Malley
Dublin Fringe Festival is back after a two-year hiatus, with a full line-up of events running across the city. 430 artists will make up this year's edition with a full-on calendar of events to offer for 16 days and nights.
What does this year's edition have to offer? Ruth McGowan, Dublin Fringe Festival Director and CEO joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to discuss.
The European Central Bank is today expected to hike interest rates with some experts predicting the hike could be as high as .75%.
So what will it mean for mortgage holders?
Martina Hennessy managing director of Doddl.ie joined Ciara on the show to expalin.
Reduce electricity prices by pegging them back to ‘pre-crisis levels’ at a cost of €1.7 billion. That’s the call from Pearse Doherty, Sinn Fein spokesperson for finance who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
People trying to lose weight through extreme detox treatments are putting themselves at risk of potential life-threatening side effects.
That’s the view of Dietician Orla Walsh.
The first round of CAO offers will be released at 2pm this afternoon.
Education Editor of The Irish Times, Carl O’Brien joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The iPhone 14 is here! Apple launched the device yesterday along with a range of other products at the first in-person event hosted by the company since 2019.
Newstalk’s technology correspondent Jess Kelly has all the details
Energia yesterday became the latest energy supplier to increase both its residential electricity and gas prices from next month- it's the second hike this year.
But can we expect yet more hikes in the coming winter?
John Fitzgerald is an Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin and he spoke to Ciara this morning.
That is one of the more iconic scenes from last year’s Ultimate Hell Week on RTÉ when you heard some rather angry special forces members getting contestants to clean their sick on a beach.
Tonight, the show makes its return to our screens with 20 new stars being put to the ultimate test. Ray Goggins Former Special Forces Operator, Ultimate Hell Week Chief Instructor talked to Ciara and Shane this morning.
Tenants are in line for a first-of-its-kind tax credit on their monthly rent under measures being considered for the Budget later this month.
And despite recent controversy over the number of landlords in the Dáil, there may also be new incentives for property owners who agree to long-term leases.
To discuss this further, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Carol Tallon CEO of Property District and author of Irish Property Buyers Handbook annual.
With a range of measures planned in the upcoming budget to ease the burden of the cost of living crisis, how much can we really afford to spend?
Kieran McQuinn, Research Professor at the ESRI, will be giving his view before the Oireachtas Committee on Budgetary Oversight later today and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of that meeting.
New British prime minister Liz Truss announced her cabinet reshuffle yesterday evening with Therese Coffey landing the central role of deputy prime minister.
Chris Heaton-Harris has been confirmed as the new Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, having previously served as Minister of State for Europe and North America under Truss when she was Foreign Secretary. So what does this reshuffle mean for Northern Ireland?
To discuss with Ciara was Sammy Wilson, DUP Brexit Spokesperson and Chris Hazzard, Sinn Féin MP for South Down.
Now, as you may have heard on the show yesterday, the Climate Change Advisory Council is looking to make people less reliant on fossil fuels.
But will the cost of living force people to rely on the like of turf burning this Winter? or would this quite literally be adding fuel to the fire?
To debate Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Independent TD for the Roscommon–Galway constituency, Michael FitzMaurice, and Environmental Journalist and Commentator, John Gibbons.
“It’s time to stop glamourising and oversimplifying mental health issues on social media.”
That’s the headline of an article written by next guest, who says that social media companies like TikTok are allowing ‘dangerous’ videos on their platform which give misleading advice on mental illness.
Bronagh Loughlin is a freelance journalist and spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
A UN nuclear watchdog has asked for a “nuclear safety and protection zone” to be established around Zaporizhzhia power plant located close to front lines in Ukraine amid fears of the potential nuclear accident.
How risky is the stand-off around Europe’s biggest power plant? To discuss further Ciara spoke to Norma O’Mahony, Nuclear Safety Engineer.
The Labour Party is calling on the government to create a new, short-term wage subsidy scheme in order to protect jobs and firms form the risk of collapse over soaring gas and energy prices.
How could this scheme work? Marie Sherlock, Senator and Labour employment spokesperson spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Just one in five of 5 to 11 year olds are fully vaccinated against Covid – that's according to CSO figures up to the end of July. The figure fluctuates significantly bases on area – the lowest being 4% in the Buncrana Local Electoral Area in Donegal while the highest was at 54% in Stillorgan in Dublin.
For reaction to these figures Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Dr Denis McCauley Chairman of the GP Committee of the Irish Medical Organisation.
The government needs urgent action to protect the most vulnerable from over-dependence on fossil fuels.
That’s the warning from the Climate Change Advisory Council’s Annual Review. The call comes as government leaders meet to discuss the ongoing energy crisis.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Marie Donnelly Chair of the Climate Change Advisory Council.
Liz Truss is set to be confirmed as Prime Minister of the UK later today. So, what will her tender mean for the future of the Northern Ireland protocol?
To discuss, Shane spoke to Former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern and also Political Commentator Adam Boulton.
Reductions in student registration fees and an increase in grants are on the table for third-level students.
That's according to an options paper on how to deal with the increased cost of living for students published by the Department of Higher Education yesterday.
Jim Miley is Director General of the Irish Universities Association and joined Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Almost one in three 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 figures published today in CyberSafeKids’ annual report.
We spoke to a concerned mum of a boy who just started secondary school.
A judge has granted Donald Trump's demand for a "special master" to oversee the case into his handling of classified materials, a move which is seen as a blow to prosecutors and a win for Trump
The former president is being investigated for allegedly taking documents with him when he left the White House. Larry Donnelly Columnist with theJournal.ie and Law Lecturer in NUIG brought us more details on this.
Housing supply needs to increase in order to enhance affordability on the market - that’s according to the latest report from Banking & Payments Federation Ireland.
Ali Ugur, Chief Economist at Banking & Payments Federation Ireland spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Digital bank Revolut is continuing to evolve its offering for those aged 18 and under.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us on the show with the details.
EU Energy Ministers including Eamon Ryan will meet this Friday to decide how the Union can tackle the ongoing energy crisis.
Reports in the Business Post suggest the EU is planning to impose a price cap on lower-cost energy producers as part of the talks.
Don Moore Chair of the Energy and Climate Action Committee at the Irish Academy of Engineers and the former head of ESB International spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Three siblings have died following a violent stabbing incident at a house in Tallaght in Dublin.
18 year old Lisa Cash and twins Christy and Chelsea Cawley, both aged eight were all killed in the incident which occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning.
A man in his 20s was arrested at the scene. Robin Schiller Reporter with the Irish Independent spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Only a quarter of beaches and harbours are ‘Clean.’
That’s according to the Irish Business Against Litter’s latest survey of Ireland’s coasts and waterways.
Speaking to Ciara on the show this morning was Conor Horgan, spokesperson for Irish Business Against Litter
Liz Truss is expected to be confirmed as the new British Prime Minister today. The Foreign Secretary is expected to beat Rishi Sunak comfortably in the Tory leadership race. How the 200,000 Tory members voted will be announced at 12:30pm in the House of Commons.
Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte has been asking these people in London if Liz Truss is a popular choice. Also speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Lauren McEvatt, the Former Conservative government Special Adviser.
Oxfam Ireland has launched its annual Second-Hand September campaign, encouraging the nation to "dare to re-wear" and shop second-hand for the month of September and beyond.
Here to tell us why this an important idea is Geraldine Carton, Co-founder of The Useless Project.
It’s a nervous wait in over 60 thousand households this morning as they await Leaving Cert Results.
To run through the breakdown of the results we were joined on Newstalk Breakfast by Carl O’Brien Education Editor with the Irish Times and,
Colman Noctor, Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist.
Ireland’s reliance on highly-paid workers at multinationals puts future tax receipts at risk. So says the Department of Finance who has published the Annual Taxation Report.
Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe spoke to Jonathan Healy on the show.
From the pornification of sex and the time wasted on endless and pointless text ‘conversations’ to the horrendous lies told by middle-aged men, I believe online dating has made women not only less confident but less likely to find a long-term partner.
Author Lisa Hilton joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
A ban on installing gas and oil boilers to heat new and existing homes is among the measures the Government is finalising as part of a package of energy-crisis responses to be unveiled in the coming weeks, according to today’s Independent.
Jonathan Healy was joined on the show by Caroline O’Doherty, Environment correspondent with the Irish Independent.
Electric Picnic begins today with a record 70,000 people attending after a 2-year Covid-hiatus.
However, forecasters warn that this year's festival goers may want to pack sensibly, as this year's festival is likely to turn into a ‘mudfest’ due to heavy overnight rain.
Met Eireann Forecaster Matthew Martin joined Jonathan Healy on the show.
Navan Hospital’s emergency department will not be closing in September, Minister of State Damien English has insisted.
His remarks come after it had been revealed that the HSE signaled that it intends to go ahead with a planned reconfiguration of Our Lady’s Hospital in Navan despite a pause and review ordered by Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly.
Aontú Party Leader & Chair of the Save Navan Hospital Campaign Peadar Tobín spoke to Ciara on the show.
Tomorrow’s Leaving Certificate grades will be at least as high as last year’s record-breaking set of results, which has fuelled concern within universities over the use of random selection for high-points courses.
Betty McLaughlin is the Former President of the Institute of Guidance Counsellors spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Large energy bills are unavoidable for households this winter and government will have to act to introduce support. That was the warning from Environment Minister Eamon Ryan yesterday
Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Lisa Ryan, Professor in Energy Economics at the UCD School of Economics and the UCD Energy Institute, and also Darren O'Rourke Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Climate Action, Communications Networks, and Transport.
Taxi fares will rise by an average of 12% from today, marking the first increase for cab drivers since 2018. But are these fare hikes necessary?
To discuss, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Neale Richmond, Fine Gael TD, and Jim Waldron, Spokesperson for the National Private Hire & Taxi Association.
A protest took place last night in Dublin’s North Inner City calling on the Dublin City Council to renovate derelict homes.
The protest was located outside 2 derelict properties owned by the City Council located on Connaught Street which is located just 2km from O’Connell Street in the heart of Dublin City Centre.
Shane headed along to Connaught Street last night to find out why exactly people were protesting.
Major western leaders are totally unprepared for a new age of great-power rivalries and are fuelling tensions with Eastern Powers.
That’s according to Frank Furedi the Emeritus Professor of Sociology at the University of Kent and author of the upcoming book “The Road to Ukraine: How the West Lost its Way” who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Minister for Justice Helen McEntee has revealed that judges will be able to set minimum tariffs for life sentences of up to 30 years for the most serious crimes. As part of the plans set to be brought forward in the coming weeks, the Minister said she also wants fewer petty offenders to go to prison.
Saoirse Brady Executive Director of Irish Penal Reform Trust spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
On this day 25 years ago the world mourned the loss of a Princess. Princess Diana was 37 when she was killed in a car accident in Paris. Former BBC Royal Correspondent Jennie Bond spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ireland has a new world champion!
Sligo native Ceola McGowan has become the women's World Axe Throwing Champion in Canada in recent days and Ceola joined Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Mickail Gorbachev, the final leader of the Soviet Union and the man widely regarded as ending the Cold War has died at the age of 91.
Dr Shane O’Rourke, Senior Lecturer in Modern Russian History in the University of York joined Newstalk Breakfast to look at the legacy of Mikhail Gorbachev.
Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris has today launched a new plan that will aim to drive equality of access to higher education.
The new plan comes ahead of the return of students to colleges and universities in the coming weeks.
And Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris
Over-the-counter sleeping aids may be ‘too easy’ to get and become an issue when used for too long by those desperate for a quick fix to a much deeper issue.
That’s the opinion of Health Scientist and Sleep Coach, Tom Coleman who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Last week on the show we debated single-sex schools and whether they have a place in society today.
Teacher, Assistant Principal and Aontu Spokesperson on Education, Eric Nelligan put the counterargument forward to Shane this morning on the show.
The government faces a delicate balancing act managing high inflation, protecting poorer households, and delivering major policies - so says the Irish Fiscal Advisory council who have today released their pre-budget statement
The Chairperson at the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council, Sebastian Barnes spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Local authorities across the State are owed almost €105 million in unpaid rent, with 285 social housing tenants having arrears in excess of €20,000 each.
That’s according to new figures compiled by The Irish Times, which also reveal that Dublin City Council, the largest local authority, is owed the highest amount of arrears at over 38 million euro.
David McManus is a Fine Gael Councillor for Rathfarnham-Templeogue and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Government leaders met yesterday evening to discuss Ireland’s impending energy crisis. Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue joins us now live from Japan where he is on a trade mission.
More than 7,000 births were registered as outside marriage or civil partnership in the country, accounting for 43.6 percent of all births in the first quarter of the year.
That’s according to the latest CSO stats. So, have we lost sight of the importance of marriage?
For more on this Ciara spoke to Broadcaster & Columnist Wendy Grace.
Julia Fox has sparked a debate about parenting, after encouraging adults to get their children cleaning tools instead of toys.
In a video posted to her TikTok on Monday, the model and actress that, “everyone buy their kid a mini-mop and mini-broom and start teaching them those life skills really young, so when they enter the real world they don’t have to outsource for everything.”
Parenting Expert and Keynote Speaker in the area of wellness Sheila O’Malley gave Newstalk Breakfast her opinion on these comments.
Thousands of deepfake porn pics and videos using the faces of innocent Irish victims are being circulated online this has been reported in the Irish Mirror.
Dan Purcell, Founder, and CEO, Ceartas DMCA explained what a deepfake is?
Ireland’s impending energy crisis will be the focus of the Committee on Environment and Climate Action today as the Commission for the Regulation of Utilities, the grid operator EirGrid, and Climate Minister Eamon Ryan come before it.
Green Party TD Brian Leddin is the chair of the committee and spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Fast-spreading false widow spiders are up to 230 times more venomous than domestic Irish species.
So found new research from NUI Galway which sheds light on the widows’ rapid spread across the country.
Eanna Ní Lamhna a wildlife expert and author of the forthcoming book Wild and Wonderful joined Jonathan Healy and Ciara Kelly on the show.
Mobile network Vodafone is to refund customers €2 million. Between now and February of next year after charges were imposed on inactive accounts.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly joined Ciara on the show.
70 percent of road deaths this year happened on rural roads with a speed limit of 80km/h, according to new figures from An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority.
The figures show that one-third of fatalities were of people aged 35 or younger, while over four in ten were people aged 60 and above.
Motoring Editor of The Sunday Independent - Geraldine Herbert joined Jonathan Healy on the show.
This week kids big and small will be packing their bags and heading back to school, as primary and secondary schools open their doors for the beginning of the academic year.
Norma Foley, Minister for Education joined Ciara Kelly on the show.
Dublin’s tallest building’ has been proposed for the site of the former City Arts Centre.
Twenty-four-storey, office-led scheme to reach 108m and include artists’ studios, workshops, and exhibition space in a nod to the property’s history.
Author, Journalist and former Environment Editor of The Irish Times, Frank McDonald spoke to Jonathan Healy on the show.
NASA set to take their first steps towards sending man back to the moon for the first time since 1972.
NASA is now hoping to return people to the moon for the first time since 1972 with an unmanned mission set to launch today ahead of a manned mission in 2025.
David Moore Chairman of Astronomy Ireland and Editor of Astronomy Ireland Magazine spoke to Ciara on the show.
Irish Water has announced that it is introducing a hosepipe ban in West Cork for the next 4 weeks. The utility body says it is closely monitoring the situation in the rest of the country.
Margaret Attridge, Spokesperson for Irish Water spoke to Ciara on the show.
The EU is this week expected to approve the suspension of the bloc’s visa facilitation agreement with Moscow.
The move comes 6 months into Russia’s conflict in Ukraine.
Jack Parrock Brussels Based Journalist joined spoke to Jonathan Healy on the show.
Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has given council bosses three weeks to come up with bike and walking infrastructure after it emerged half of the money for such projects last year went unspent.
The Green Party leader has personally contacted the chief executives of all 31 local authorities in recent weeks and told them to identify a priority list of bike and walking schemes that could be delivered within two years. He wants responses by mid-September.
Martina Callanan is a Member of Cyclist.ie and Deputy Chair of the Galway Cycling Campaign spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Homes on offer through the State-backed cost-rental scheme are proving so “popular” they are oversubscribed that’s according to Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien who spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
New research from Australia has found women’s relationships with alcohol can differ depending on their social class. For some, it’s a social celebration, for others relief from loneliness and stress
Should we be concerned about so-called wine oclock? Niamh Delmar, counselling psychologist and writer gave her view to Newstalk Breakfast this morning
For those looking to purchase a PlayStation 5 you will have to dig deep into their pockets because Sony has announced a significant increase in price
For more on this, Ciara spoke to joined Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly,
Russian President Vladimir Putin is to increase Russian armed forces to just over 2 million from January first.
The announcement comes only days after a Russian airstrike killed 30 people in eastern Ukraine.
Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University, Paul Rogers
Budget day is one month away from tomorrow! Budget 2023 will be exceptional as the government manages the largest surge in energy and food prices since the 1970s.
But must we be careful not to give too much away? To discuss Johnathan spoke to Economist Alan McQuaid.
Teachers are concerned that some children starting junior infants are “over-prepared” in academic skills such as numeracy and literacy, and that social, emotional and self-management skills are a more important target at this age.
That’s according to the latest Children’s School Lives study from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Jacqueline Fallon is Director of Curriculum and Assessment at the NCCA.
Fianna Fáil TD Robert Troy has said he is resigning from his role as Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment.
It comes amid calls for the Dáil Committee on Parliamentary Privileges and Oversight to investigate matters related to Mr. Troy's property interests.
Joining Shane to discuss was Ivana Bacik Labour Party Leader, Sinn Féin TD and member of the procedure, privilege and oversight committee, Padraig Mac Lochlainn and also Dr Rory Hearne is a Lecturer in Social Policy at Maynooth University and author of the forthcoming book “Gaffs”
Of all the price increases this year I have been contacted the most about the price of butter so says Food writer with the Irish Examiner, Catriona Redmond who has been tracking the cost of a grocery shop for 6 months.
Are you one of the many Irish people suffering from the ‘Great Disconnection’?
An alarming 63% of employees reportedly feel disengaged from their workplace – amidst companies struggling to form a post-pandemic work culture that is fit for a hybrid world.
HR and Employment Law Expert from the HR Suite Caroline Reidy spoke to Newstalk Breakfast for more on this.
A long Covid clinic at the Mater hospital may have to close next month unless State funding is secured.
For more on this Shane spoke to Professor Jack Lambert from the UCD School of Medicine.
After 2 marathon shows at the Dome in Tralee – it was the Westmeath Rose Rachel Duffy that came out on top being crowned the Rose of Tralee for 2022 becoming the first ever rose from the county to take the title
Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin has apologized for controversial photos that had been taken in her residence, less than a week after the 36-year-old sparked criticism with a video of her partying.
How public opinion in Finland is reacting to the latest controversies surrounding Sanna Marin? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Ronan Browne, a Finland-based journalist.
In recent weeks there have been some shocking cases of violence on our streets with people losing their lives in some incidents.
Is violence on our streets getting out of control? Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sinead Moore, Committee member with Advic, Advocates for Victims of Homicide.
It was on this day 6 months ago when Vladimir Putin’s Russian army launched its invasion of Ukraine. Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Kira Rudyk Ukrainian MP and we ask if is there any end in sight to the fighting.
Changing how people travel for short journeys has the most potential for reducing transport emissions in Dublin.
That’s the view of Eoin Ahern, Transport Lead for Codema, who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The US National Archives have discovered more than 700 pages of classified documents at former president Donald Trump's Florida home, in addition to material seized this month by FBI agents.
Political Columnist at The L.A Times , Robin Abcarian explained to Newstalk Breakfast what has been found.
The North runway at Dublin airport opens today and we speak to one person who lives very close to the new runaway. Michael O’Rourke from St Margarets and The Ward Resident's Association.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has admitted the Government "was taken a bit by surprise" about the current challenges to the energy supply and conceded that "people would perhaps have expected an earlier warning system".
The Government has launched a review into the energy supply concerns that have accelerated in recent months.
We ask what needs to be done going forward? To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin, John Fitzgerald.
We’re also joined by Neil McDonnell, the CEO of ISME, that issued a “emergency warning” over energy prices In Ireland.
The Teachers’ Union of Ireland has warned that a severe teacher recruitment and retention problem in schools is being exacerbated by the cost-of-living crisis.
President of the Teachers Union of Ireland Liz Farrell spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Whatever happened to living in the moment? Live life, don’t post it those are the words of Justine O’Mahony, Journalist with The Irish Independent who spoke to Shane this morning.
A protest will take place outside the Department of Health calling on the government to expand access to medicinal cannabis for the treatment of chronic pain and other conditions.
One of those taking part in the protest is Alicia Maher from Cork, who moved to Spain in 2019 so she could access cannabis for chronic pain Alicia spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Opposition TDs have called on Minister for State Robert Troy to make a statement in the Dáil outlining all of his business interests when it returns next month.
Co-Leader of the Social Democrats and Vice Chair of the Public Accounts Committee, Catherine Murphy spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The hotly anticipated prequel to the hit show - the 'House Of TheDragon' hits our screens tonight.
One man who has seen the long-awaited first episode is John Fardy, the Presenter of Newstalk’s TV and movie show Screentime and John told us what he thought so far.
Parents across the country are in back-to-school mode and one aspect of this preparation that has arisen in recent years is the first smartphone for a child or student. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brings us advice for parents buying that first phone for their children.
It was on this day 100 years ago that Michael Collins was killed in Béal na Bláth in County Cork.
Collins who was Commander in Chief of the National army and a senior member of government at the time was killed following an ambush by anti-treaty rebels.
To discuss the legacy of Collins Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Tim Crowley who is one of his relatives and also a historian with the Michael Collins House Museum in Clonakilty.
A government minister has called for the crisis-hit national planning authority to be 'scrapped', saying it is no longer 'fit for purpose'.
Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education, Niall Collins spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
“There’s a certain weight put on accents. People make judgments” - that's according to actor and playwright Emmett Kirwan in an interview over the weekend.
Are people judged based on their accents? The presenter of the Talking Bollox podcast Calvin O’Brien spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with his view on this.
I’m 27 and don’t own a bra but don’t call me ‘braless’ that’s the view of lifestyle news writer Emma Dooney who spoke to Ciara this morning.
Thousands of families are waiting to hear if their children have places on school buses this year.
This comes as the Government has waived the fee this year leading to an unprecedented number of applicants.
Emma O’Regan is a mother of 5 and Independent Councillor, Ger Carthy spoke to Shane on this situation that will affect thousands of families.
The College of Psychiatrists of Ireland has warned that Government failings on mental health are putting patients’ lives at risk and that a radical overhaul of the entire system is needed as an urgent priority.
President of the College and Mater Consultant Psychiatrist, Dr William Flannery joined Ciara on the show this morning.
National Heritage Week is an initiative by the Heritage Council that celebrates all things heritage. Bringing together communities to build awareness about the value of Irish heritage and support its conservation.
To celebrate this we have a little story from Seanachaí Eddie Lenihan.
Over 500 children have been waiting over a year to access vital mental healthcare.
In total, there are nearly 4,200 patients on the waiting list for the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service. That’s according to stats released to Newstalk Reporter Eoghan Murphy.
Elbha O’Sullivan is a Cork woman who has had two children on the waiting list and within the service and she spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Peak-time electricity usage must be slashed to avoid power outages, the energy regulator has warned.
The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) has ordered electricity suppliers to find ways to curb the surge in demand for power that occurs between 5pm and 7pm daily. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast heard from Mu
It’s understood that a new bill could allow the Gardaí to use drones in the course of their work despite being met with privacy concerns.
Former Garda Sergeant Christy Galligan and Eoin O’Dell Senior Lecturer in Law at Trinity College Dublin both spoke to Shane on the show in reaction to the proposed use of drones.
Finland's prime minister is in hot water after a video of her partying with the friends has gone viral.
36 year old Sanna Marin said she did nothing wrong when letting her hair down and partying with friends but some have said it’s inappropriate behaviour for a prime minister.
Finland-based journalist Ronan Browne spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Standards In Public Office Commission should launch an investigation following Minister of State Robert Troy’s admission of a series of breaches of ethics legislation.
That’s according to Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Leamhain, an ice cream store located in Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre, is encouraging its customers to use Irish at the till-point and has set up the discount as a special incentive.
Conor Sweeney is the owner and he joins me on the line.
The Coalition is at odds over increases in the €208 per week jobseeker’s allowance in the Budget.
Fine Gael do not believe the unemployment benefit should be increased as they believe a hike would impact participation rates in the workforce as employers ‘cry out’ for staff but Fianna Fáil and the Green Party are in favour of increases in the welfare payment.
Suzanne Rogers, Research and Policy Analyst with Social Justice Ireland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Further Education Minister Simon Harris is appealing to homeowners to rent out their spare rooms to students under a scheme that could see them earn up to €14,000 a year tax-free.
This comes as student unions across the country have warned that accommodation pressures are mounting as a result of both the housing and Ukrainian crises.
Discussing this situation further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Professor Linda Doyle Provost and President of Trinity College Dublin and also Caitlin-Faye Maniti is the outgoing President of the Irish Second-Level Students' Union and is struggling to find accommodation for college this September.
Can visible tattoos prevent you from getting a job in 2022? Four out of five Recruitment and HR professionals Newstalk Breakfast spoke to said that tattoos can have an influence on a candidate’s chances of getting a job.
For more on this Vincent spoke to Peter Cosgrave, Managing Director at Futurewise.
It’s not that people are more sensitive these days. Some things just aren’t funny anymore that is the view of political journalist Martha Gill who joined us on the show and discussed what prompted to write this.
Hundreds of people at high risk of contracting the monkeypox virus will be offered a vaccine in the next few weeks, according to the Health Service Executive.
National Clinical Lead for Sexual Health Services for HSE, Professor Fiona Lyons joined Vincent this morning to outline the plan for this vaccination process for monkeypox for people in Ireland.
An elderly busker who was fatally stabbed while riding his mobility scooter in west London has been named Thomas O’Halloran, an 87-year-old originally from Ennistymon in County Clare.
For the latest on this story, Shane spoke to Vincent McAviney, a London-based Journalist.
It should never be the case that our people should be afraid to walk the streets of our towns and cities, nor that there should be ‘no-go’ areas – that's the view of Fine Gael Senator Regina Doherty who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Irish Catholics are calling for radical church reform in a landmark report sent to Rome this week. Some of the proposed changes include the ordination of women priests and changes in the Church’s attitude to the LGBTI+ community.
To discuss the changes Vincent was joined on the show by Fr Iggy O’Donovan is a Priest and Member of the Augustinian Order and Fr Patrick McCafferty is Parish Priest of Corpus Christi Parish in West Belfast.
We need to bolster the ability of pre-teens to critique and regulate their own usage of social media.
That’s the view of Colman Noctor Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Liz Truss, now the Tory leadership frontrunner, launched an astonishing broadside against British workers in leaked audio footage.
For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Former Conservative government Special Adviser, Lauren McEvatt.
The HSE and the Department of Health should have one chief executive - that's the view of Fianna Fáil TD Barry Cowen who believes appointing Robert Watt as HSE CEO would be an opportunity to “end the dysfunction between the Department of Health and the HSE”.
To discuss this further Vincent spoke to Fine Gael TD and a member of the health committee, Bernard Durkan.
An exhausted mum of teen boy with rare genetic condition who was denied home care help says her son has been failed by the HSE. 16-year-old Kielan Kenny suffers from Q22 - deletion syndrome, which involves heart, immune, learning, speech, and/or behaviour difficulties.
His mother Karin is now pleading for steps taken to support her and her family in caring for Kielan.
A report into allegations of conflicts of interest regarding former deputy chair of An Bord Pleanála Paul Hyde has been referred to the Director of Public Prosecutions , An Garda Síochana, and the Standards in Public Office by Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien.
For more on this, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Mick Clifford, Special correspondent with the Irish Examiner, and also Green Party TD Neasa Hourigan.
‘Part of me is dreading the return of school as it means the return of the pointless chore of homework” that’s the view of the journalist with the Irish Times Jen Hogan who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The residents of Newcestown are aiming to set the world record for the largest number of people named Michael Collins in the same place at the same time.
This is of course in aid of the 100 anniversary of the Irish revolutionary hero’s death..
Niall O’Mahoney, Newcestown committee member and owner of O’Mahoney’s bar spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on their search.
Two new Amazon data centres have been granted planning permission in Dublin. The measure has drawn criticism from some, but is there a way we can make these operations more energy efficient?
Shane spoke to Science Journalist Sean Duke with more on this.
We’re joined now by Science Journalist Sean Duke
Gardaí are investigating after of the body of woman in her 70s was discovered in unexplained circumstances in her home in Co Kerry yesterday afternoon.
For more on this tragic story, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to, Anne Lucey a journalist in Kerry.
Do you know where your young kids are spending their time when online?
A global research found that the screen time of primary-age children went up by 83 minutes during the pandemic.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us on the show this morning and took a how your kids are spending their time online.
Excessive red tape is making it too complicated to develop vacant properties and is contributing to the housing crisis.
That’s the view of Hugh Wallace, Director at Douglas Wallace Architects, who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning
Public Expenditure Minister Michael McGrath has said that the government is prepared to make an improved offer to public sector unions seeking pay increases ahead of next month’s Budget,
However, the unions will be asked to show flexibility and that pay increases will not be able to match the record levels of inflation.
John King is SIPTU Deputy General Secretary.
Kerry County has dramatically increased the number of fines issued for dog fouling – that's according to the report issued by the National Council for the Blind in Ireland.
So has Kerry managed to solve a stinking problem and encourage pet owners to clean after their dogs?
We asked Jackie Healy-Rae, Independent Councillor for Kerry, who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Calls to extend mortgages for periods of up to 50 years in Ireland caused consternation late last week, as we heard on Friday morning’s show. But some countries favour ultralong mortgages including Sweden.
Paul O’Mahony, Editor at The Local, an English language Swedish publication spoke to Vincent this morning.
A Status Orange thunderstorm warning for Ireland remains in effect until later this morning.
For the latest on the weather today Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Brandon Creagh, Met Eireann Forecaster.
Health minister Stephen Donnelly has agreed to meet doctors representing the National Gender Service over concerns about the HSE’s ongoing use of the UK-based Tavistock Clinic for Irish children dealing with gender identity issues.
Four senior doctors representing the body raised their concerns after the HSE said it would continue using the clinic despite critical reports of their treatment.
For more on the story, Shane was joined on the show this morning by Mark Tighe, a reporter on Sunday Independent.
With the good weather is sticking around for a while so what should you do with your time if you aren’t going to the beach or the park? Maybe you would consider hiking? - guide and hiker, Clodagh McKevitt bring us some tips and advice on hiking this summer.
Simon Harris is pushing to fast-track plans that would reduce university fees by €500 in next month’s budget, so said the Irish Times and the Independent this morning. Is this the right move for third level students – and how realistic is this proposal?
Guidance Counsellor and Irish Times Columnist Brian Mooney spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
Retailers across Dublin are facing, threats, intimidation and assaults every single day.
That’s according to Ex Garda inspector Tony Gallagher who says the situation has become an “epidemic” in comments in the Irish Mirror.
Tony Gallagher now works as a risk, security and event manager with Ashtree Risk Group and spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Mortgage terms should be extended for periods of up to 40 and 50 years to address the lack of homeownership among people on lower incomes.
That’s the call from Pat Davitt, CEO of the Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers, who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Tory leadership hopeful Rishi Sunak has vowed to axe “low-earning degrees” if he wins the battle for Number 10 – meaning subjects like art, drama and humanities are potentially on the block in the UK. Are there benefits to studying an arts degree?
With reaction to this Shane spoke to Eimear McGovern, Assistant News Editor with the Belfast Telegraph.
As England's most-capped player, goalkeeper Peter Shilton had the world at his feet. Off the pitch, he was in the grip of a gambling addiction his entire adult life -until his wife became his recovery.
Steph Shilton spoke to Aideen on the show this morning.
Inflation remains at a 38-year high of 9.1% for the month of July with an increase in the cost of home heating oil, electricity, gas, and solid fuels one of the main drivers of the high rate.
Could the high cost of living and working at home drive people back to the office?
Peter Cosgrove Managing Director of Futurewise spoke to Aideen this morning on the show.
Ireland educates healthcare professionals for export and has done so for decades. That is the view of Dr Suzanne Crowe, Intensive care specialist at Crumlin children’s hospital and president of the Medical Council, who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A Longford pensioner has said he is living in fear after his car was destroyed by vandals in the dead of night last week.
Christy Gorman spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Four experts in climate science and law have written to the Government to say the sectoral emissions ceilings agreed upon last month are flawed and in breach of legislation.
One of the signatories is Barry McMullin, Professor in the Faculty of Engineering and Computing at DCU who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A 30% income tax band and an extra 15 quid on social welfare and pensions. That was just some of the recommendations from the Government as it published the Tax Strategy Group papers.
Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe spoke to Shane this morning.
There’s a sneery, widespread belief that only certain bodies are acceptable to be seen in workout gear.
That was the view of Chrissie Russell in the Independent on Tuesday. Freelance journalist Andrea Smith spoke to Aideen this morning on the show.
Ireland needs a National Framework for Water Conservation to ensure Ireland has a reliable supply of water in the future.
That’s the call from National Water Forum, the body that advises the government and Irish Water on issues in the area. The chair of the National Water Forum is Dr Matthew Crowe who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Donald Trump has declined to answer questions under oath, as part of an investigation into his business dealings.
Trump was before New York's attorney general yesterday who is investigating whether his organisation inflated the value of its assets.
Harriet Alexander New York-based reporter joined Aideen on the show give us some background on this case.
Teaching unions have announced they will ballot members for industrial action unless the government comes up with an offer they deem acceptable as part of public sector pay talks. The ASTI and INTO have backed the move while the TUI is expected to approve the ballot today.
Miriam Duggan President of the ASTI spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
Social enterprise Grow It Yourself plans to equip all primary schools in Ireland with their very own free vegetable growing garden. The initiative hope to give children the opportunity to understand exactly where their food comes from.
Shane spoke to Nell Ward Development Director with Grow It Yourself with more onthis initiative.
Tensions are flaring in and out of government over a controversial liquefied natural gas plant that a US firm wants to build on the southern tip of the Shannon Estuary.
Is the plant likely to boost our energy security, or would its construction do unrecoverable damage to our climate change targets?
For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Niall Collins Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education and also William Hederman a spokesperson for Climate Camp Ireland.
Rental inflation has hit a 15-year high according to the latest daft.ie report
Economist at Trinity College Dublin and author of the report, Ronan Lyons spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
With back-to-school costs putting a squeeze on parents across the country, are second-hand uniforms the way to go?
To discuss Aideen spoke to Joy-Tendai Kangere is a mother of two, a lawyer, and an Independent.ie Columnist.
The HSE is inviting those over 60 or with underlying conditions to come forward for their second covid vaccine. Appointments will be available from next Monday the 15th of August.
Dr. Colm Henry Chief Clinical Officer with the HSE spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
The HSE is continuing to refer patients to the Tavistock clinic in the UK, which provides psychological assessment and support for children with gender identity issues.
This comes despite a UK review finding the clinic was leaving young people "at considerable risk" while the NHS has also confirmed it will wind down services at the clinic.
Doctors here at home have also raised concerns about the clinic one of those is Dr Paul Moran, a psychiatrist working with the National Gender services and Dr Moran spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Temperatures in Ireland are set to hit up to 29 degrees in the coming days.
Met Eireann has issued a status yellow high-temperature warning for Munster and Leinster which will come into place at midday on Thursday and will run until Sunday at 6am. Joanna Donnelly Meteorologist with Met Eireann spoke to Aideen this morning as a high temperature warning comes into place.
Singer and actress Olivia Newton-John has passed away at the age of 73. Hollywood Journalist Jeanne Wolf Hollywood Journalist spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on the passing of the inconic singer/actress.
The government and Sport Ireland have announced a number of new criteria that sports bodies must meet to qualify for state funding.
National Governing Bodies will have to achieve a minimum of 40% female representation on their Boards while there will be increased rules around governance and Diversity and Inclusion.
Minister of State for Sport Jack Chambers spoke to Aideen on the show this morning.
FBI agents have raided the Florida home of former US President Donald Trump overnight.
The unprecedented action is believed to relate to the handling of official papers.
Anthony Zurcher the BBC North American correspondent told us exactly what happened overnight.
The Ladies Gaelic Football Association has said it is developing a policy around transgender players after there was an objection to a transgender woman playing in a ladies’ shield final in Dublin last week.
Sunday Independent reporter Mark Tighe has the story and spoke to Shane this morning and also Newstalk Breakfast heard from Daire Dempsey is the Education officer for the Transgender Equality Network Ireland.
A new White Paper prepared by the leading representative body Hydrogen Mobility Ireland (HMI), has today issued a number of recommendations on how the deployment of hydrogen across transport could propel Ireland’s transition to net-zero in both transport and the wider economy.
Is this the solution we need? Joining Aideen to discuss further was Environmental Journalist and Commentator, John Gibbons.
Ukraine has accused Russian forces occupying the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant of turning the plant into a military base capable of launching attacks.
It comes as both sides accused each other of attacks at the site which is Europe’s biggest nuclear power plant.
James Waterhouse BBC’s Kyiv Correspondent spoke to Shane this morning with the latest from the situation in Ukraine.
We are in the final weeks of summer, with in many cases, hundreds of photographs captured of all events but what do you do with your images to ensure they don’t get lost on your phone and, maybe even get seen in physical form?
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brings us some tips on keeping your photos safe.
The number of termination notices received by the Residential Tenancies Board in the first half of the year rose by 58%, compared with the latter half of 2021. According to RTB analysis - most landlords are exiting the markets because they want to sell their property.
Eoin O Broin, SinnFein spokesperson for housing spoke to Aideen this morning with more on this.
The Mediterranean is coming to Ireland this week, with temperatures expected to rival the Algarve!
Here to tell us exactly what’s in store was Joanna Donnelly, Meteorologist with Met Eireann
The state will have no option but to reduce electricity demand or face blackouts this winter, as planned emergency power generators will not be in place in time. So reported the Business Post yesterday.
So, what can we do to address this looming energy crisis? Don Moore is Chair of the Energy and Climate Action Committee at the Irish Academy of Engineers spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A school in Sligo that has no timetable or curriculum and lets children decide for themselves what to do each day has said it is attracting students from all over Europe.
The Sligo Sudbury School in Doonally practices “self-directed democratic learning”, which allows pupils to choose when their day starts and ends, and what they do during the day.
Gayle Nagle is co-founder of Sligo Sudbury School and spoke to Aideen on the show this morning.
The government is set to miss its target of ending the direct provision system by 2024.
Reports in yesterday’s Business Poss suggest the target will be missed due to the Ukrainian refugee crisis.
John Lannon is CEO of Doras which is part of the umbrella group STAD – Coalition to End Direct Provision spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
This year's culture night is being launched today so what is in store for us? Director of the Arts Council Maureen Kennelly joined Shane on the show this morning to tell more of about Culture NIght 2022.
Former Manchester United footballer Ryan Giggs will today go on trial in Manchester accused of attacking and controlling his ex-girlfriend Kate Greville.
Peter Hall a sports reporter based in Manchester brought us the latest on this.
Revenue from big power companies’ wind farms is multiplying as electricity prices have been soaring in recent times due to the energy crisis.
In response to this, Taoiseach Micheál Martin has pledged to consider tax on energy company profits in next month’s budget. What will this mean for the Irish household?
To discuss Newstalk Breakfast here from Sue Shaw - CEO of Irish Senior Citizens Parliament.
The HSE has confirmed that test and trace will be wound down and to give us more detail on how this will work, Shane spoke to Eileen Whelan, National lead for test and trace with the HSE.
With the rise of social media in the last decade, hostile discourse confronts us on our timelines every day. But what would happen if we began to listen, share our ideas, and communicate them in a constructive and civil way?
To discuss further David Quinn, Columnist with the Sunday Times and Michael Nugent, Chair of Atheist Ireland to discuss..
After the success of the women’s Euros we ask are young girls getting enough access to PE in Ireland. To discuss this further Ciara spoke to Catherine Woods Professor of physical activity and Health at the University of Limerick.
As Ireland hits a 21 year low for unemployment, we ask why we are still experiencing a shortage of workers.
For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Tony Foley Emeritus Associate Professor of Economics with the DCU Business School.
A man and a woman have died after a sea tragedy off the coast of Kerry.
A major air-sea rescue operation was launched after it emerged two individuals in difficulty in the sea off Men’s Beach in Ballybunion.
Robert Beasley is a Sinn Fein Cllr from the area spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ireland’s finances look to be in a healthy position ahead of next month’s budget with Income tax receipts to the end of July are up almost 17 percent on the past 12 month.
Overall there was a surplus of 5 billion euro at the end of last month.
Seamus Coffey - Former Chair of the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council and Economist at UCC spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on these returns.
New wide-ranging domestic violence and stalking legislation has been approved by the government. The law set to dramatically increase sentences for offenders, including the possibility of stalkers being jailed for 10 years.
In reaction to this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to stalking victim Una Ring.
A group of MP’s in Britain are calling for warning logos to be used on photoshopped commercial images
This would include the use of a logo on images displaying digitally altered body proportions and skin tone. Should Ireland follow suit?
Barry Murphy is Research and Policy Officer at Bodywhys - The Eating Disorders Association of Ireland spoke to Ciara this morning.
Is co-sleeping harmful to children and at what age is the ideal age for parents to make the switch to independent sleeping?
Erica Hargadon, Certified Sleep Consultant and a member of the International Association of Child Sleep Consultants and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Late night LUAS services have been ruled out for now by the National Transport Authority, who have said that essential maintenance must be carried out when trams are out of service. The LUAS currently doesn’t operate between 1am and 5am.
Where does this leave late-night public transport options in the capital?
Jim Waldron is a Spokesperson for the National Private Hire & Taxi Association spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Mask-wearing for long-distance travel will return to Germany from October to early April in anticipation of rising virus cases during the winter older season.
The mandatory presentation of a negative coronavirus test will also apply to hospitals, nursing homes, and similar institutions with vulnerable people as part of these plans.
So should Ireland consider imposing similar measures for the winter? To discuss further Shane spoke to Professor Sam McConkey an Infectious Disease Specialist at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland.
The government has confirmed that electric bikes and e-scooters with a maximum speed below 25km an hour will be exempt from registration, tax, or insurance.
The move will see e-scooters treated the same as push bikes. For more on this Ciara spoke to Charlie Gleeson, CEO of Zipp mobility.
Public sector workers in health, local authorities, education, and semi-state sectors are set to begin balloting for industrial action on August 29th if new pay talks with the government fail.
Talks between union negotiators and government officials broke down in June.
John King is SIPTU Deputy General Secretary spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The President’s wife Sabina Higgins has said she strongly condemns the illegal Russian invasion of Ukraine but that she was “dismayed” that people criticised her call for a ceasefire.
In a statement Ms Higgins also said she posted the letter originally published in the Irish Times on her own dedicated section of the Áras website but that she removed it when she "saw it being presented as not being from myself”
Kira Rudyk Ukrainian MP and Erin McGreehan Fianna Fail Senator gave Newstalk Breakfast their reaction to this statement.
This week is world breastfeeding week and with low rates of breastfeeding in Ireland, is it still sexualised in our society?
“Wouldn’t it be great if we could stop seeing women’s bodies — breasts in particular — as sexual things, and instead start celebrating what the female form can do?”
That is the opinion of Chrissie Russell, Freelance Journalist with the Irish Independent who spoke to Ciara this morning.
Licences allowing coursing clubs to capture live hares for the winter season have been granted by the government despite renewed calls from animal welfare advocates for a ban on the sport.
The Irish Council Against Blood Sports released a statement saying it was “shameful” that the practice of hare coursing would be permitted to continue into next year.
To debate this Shane spoke to Aideen Yourell, spokesperson for the council and Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for Kerry .
Irish homes switching their homes to heat pumps would lead to an increase in the electricity needed to run them, but there would be a decrease in transmission costs.
That’s according to new research from the ESRI this morning. Murieann Lynch Energy Economist at the ESRI, carried out the research and joined Ciara this morning on the show.
After nearly 9,000 episodes stretched over 37 years – this Wednesday will mark the final episode of beloved Australian soap Neighbours on Irish TV. Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan and Margot Robbie are just some of the stars reprising their roles for the show’s finale.
Lucinda Cowden who plays Melanie Pearson in Neighbours spoke to Ciara on the ending of the beloved soap.
The inflation crisis is having a disproportionate impact on Ireland’s women, and the government urgently needs to address the problem with income support and investment in public services. That’s according to the National Women’s Council of Ireland.
Jennifer McCarthy Flynn is Head of Policy at the National Women's Council and spoke to Jonathan on the show this morning.
President Michael D Higgins has released a statement reiterating his condemnation of Russia’s ongoing war.
However, the statement did not reference criticism of his wife Sabina for writing a letter on the conflict in last Friday’s Irish Times. The letter was also published on the Áras’s website but was subsequently removed.
With reaction, Ciara spoke to Shane Ross Former Minister for Transport and John McGahon Fine Gael Senator.
State subsidies to private secondary schools increased last year to €121 million. That’s according to Department of Education figures released to Sinn Fein, which has vowed to end subsidies to fee-paying schools if it enters government.
Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire is a Sinn Fein TD and party spokesperson on education and skills and Barbara Ennis is Principal of Alexandra College in Milltown in Dublin both spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ekin-Su and Davide have been crowned winners of Love Island 2022, while Irish contestants Dami Hope and Indiyah finished third.
So how did this season of the hit show stack up against previous years? Joining Ciara was Orlaith Condon is a Journalist and host of the My Pod on Paper podcast.
The first ship carrying grain has left a Ukrainian port under a landmark deal with Russia. The ship which left Odesa is the first shipment of grain since the beginning of the war in February.
Could the deal lead to other exports being allowed? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to John Everard Former UK Ambassador to North Korea and Belarus
The introduction of minimum pricing for alcohol in Scotland has driven some people to turn to cheap street drugs instead.
That’s the warning from health experts from The Scottish Drugs Forum, after it emerged that the country remains the drug death capital of Europe.
Given the introduction of minimum unit pricing earlier this year, should we be concerned about similar unintended consequences on our waters?
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning, Dr Garrett McGovern is Medical Director at the Priority Medical Clinic in Dundrum.
Hannah Noonan, an 11-year-old girl from Limerick will be raising awareness across the month of September in memory of her grandfather who passed away from pulmonary fibrosis in March.
Hannah will share a joke a day on social media every day in September
Hannah and her mother Sharon Noonan joined Newstalk Breakfast tell us more about this campaign.
It will be England versus Germany/France this Sunday in the Women’s Euros final with the entire tournament having been broadcast live by RTE.
With the Irish team also facing a key qualifier against Finland in September in their quest to reach the World Cup, just how key is the coverage of the game to more girls taking up the sport?
Lisa Fallon UEFA Pro Licence football coach, currently working with FIFA in their High-Performance Department and Lisa joined Ciara this morning on the show.
Energy Supplier Panda Energy has raised its electricity prices for the seventh time in just over a year, all while energy companies are reporting surging profits.
So reads the story in this morning’s Independent. So are energy companies are unfairly passing off rising costs to customers? For reaction Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Richard Boyd Barrett is a People Before Profit TD.
A deal has been reached by Government leaders on carbon emission reductions for the agriculture sector.
Farmers will be asked to reduce emissions by 25% by 2030
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Dogs will be banned for the summer, while playing sports like hurling or volleyball could be banned outright on beaches across County Galway if draft bylaws are adopted.
Alastair McKinstry is a Green Party Councillor for Connemara South who spoke to Johnathan this morning with more on this.
Coleen Rooney and Rebekah Vardy will finally hear the verdict of their Wagatha Christie trial today.
The legal battle between the pair came after Rooney publicly accused Vardy of leaking fake stories to the press and sued the fellow footballer’s wife for libel.
Gareth Davies, Breaking News Editor at Daily Telegraph spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Tomorrow is International Friendship Day and ALONE, the national organisation that enables older people to age at home is celebrating by supporting and befriending volunteers nationwide.
One man who has felt ‘marvelous’ benefits from ALONE’s volunteering service is Christy Treacy, a 75-year-old ALONE member who told Ciara about the importance of friendship.
Yesterday evening, coalition leaders reached a deal that will see a reduction of 25% in greenhouse gas emissions for the agriculture sector by 2030.
Government sources have said farmers will be incentivised to deliver more emissions cuts in other sectors like energy and land use.
For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Tim Cullinan, President of the Irish Farmers Association, and Cara Augustenborg, Professor of Environmental Policy at University College Dublin and a member of the Climate Advisory council.
The Irish music scene may have been dominated by Electric Picnic but recent years have seen the rise of smaller festival from Sea Sessions, to Body & Soul, Longtude and beyond.
This weekend alone sees All Together Now take place in Waterford while Indiependence makes its return in Mitchelstown.
Shane Dunne is Managing Director of Indiependence and he told Ciara on the great lineup in store this weekend.
Hopes of a deal on emission targets were dashed last night as Government leaders could not agree on the exact percentage for a reduction in Agriculture emissions by 2030
It is hoped a deal will be struck by the end of this week but are we really taking the issue seriously enough if party leaders cannot agree?
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Environmentalist and Architect, Duncan Stewart.
This day 24 years ago, the 18-year-old Deirdre Jacob vanished without trace in Newbridge, Co Kildare.
Former head of the Garda Cold Case Unit, Alan Bailey is pleading with people to provide information on what happened the trainee teacher, a quarter of a century ago
Is the introduction of heftier fines and extra speed cameras going to be effective at slowing dangerous drivers down?
Mary McCarthy, a Columnist with the Irish Independent, decided to investigate – with her own speed gun and Mary told Ciara about her results.
The World Health Organisation said yesterday that there are more than 18,000 cases of Monkeypox globally, with the majority of cases in Europe There have been a total of 85 cases detected in Ireland since May.
Dr Eoghan De Barra, Senior Lecturer at RCSI and Infectious Disease Consultant at Beaumont Hospital joined Ciara to give the latest on this health situation.
One in four children in Dublin are vitamin D deficient, with too much time indoors likely a factor - that’s according to new research by Trinity College.
So how do we encourage our children off the screens and outside to play?
Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin, Brendan Kelly spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
There has been some devastating wildfires across the country, notably Crone Wood and Carrick Mountain in Wicklow while houses were saved by firefighters on Killiney Hill this week also.
Following this, there have been calls to impose stricter penalties on those responsible.
To discuss Jonathan spoke to John Gibbons, the Environmental Journalist, and Commentator.
With the United States’ role as a world leader more uncertain than ever before, is now the time to move on from our close ties with those across the Atlantic and ready ourselves for a “post-American world”?
Professor Liam Kennedy is the Director of the Clinton Institute at University College Dublin and joined Ciara this morning on the show.
The Minister for Justice Helen McEntee TD will today seek Cabinet approval for a Bill to strengthen the law on consent, knowledge, and belief in rape cases The Bill will change the current situation where a man is not guilty of rape if he honestly believed that he had the consent of a woman.
For more on this, Johnathan spoke to Noeline Blackwell, CEO of the Rape Crisis Centre and Barry Ward, Fine Gael Senator and Criminal Barrister.
A final deal to halve Ireland’s carbon emissions by the end of the decade looks set to be delayed until September after Coalition leaders failed to resolve the ongoing impasse last night.
Fianna Fail TD for Laois–Offaly Barry Cowen spoke to Newstalk breakfast this morning.
A bill will be brought before the cabinet today to establish the body that will oversee the excavation of the burial site at the Tuam mother and baby home.
Catherine Corless, Campaigner and historian has been the driving force behind this and campaigned tirelessly for the babies and their families and she spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Irish people’s social lives are so intertwined with alcohol that it’s very hard to differentiate one from the other, that’s according to Dave Maher in his piece in the Independent earlier this week.
To discuss this, we were joined on the show by Writer, Broadcaster, and Mental Health Advocate, Keith Walsh.
Social Justice Ireland will today make the case to the Social Protection Minister for an increase in core social welfare rates of €20 per week in Budget 2023
Research and Policy Analyst with Social Justice Ireland, Suzanne Rogers spoke to Johnathan on the show this morning.
Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak went head-to-head on BBC in the first one-on-one debate between the candidates in Stoke-on-Trent last night
Truss has been the front-runner with commentators saying last night would be make or break for Sunak. For the latest on the Tory leadership race Philip Webster, Former Political Editor of the Times spoke to Johnathan this morning.
Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Hildegarde Naughton is set to introduce regulations that will double the fixed charges relating to key road safety offences.
Minister Naughton spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Former Ulster Unionist Party leader, David Trimble has died, aged 77.
Last night, the Ulster Unionist Party announced Lord Trimble had passed away following a short illness
Leader of the Ulster Unionist Party, Doug Beattie gave his reaction to the passing of David Trimble
A new report by daftmortgages.ie has found that first-time house buyers have 9% less spending power now compared to this time last year.
The typical mortgage seeker now has 15% less savings than this time last year and as a result buyers and home movers have reduced their expectations for the amount they will spend on a home.
For more on this we spoke to Paul Monahan, General Manager at Daft Mortgages
The Government has published its Mid-Year Expenditure Report and is set to increase spending next year.
The report follows on from the Summer Economic Statement, published earlier this month, and details the State's expenditure position ahead of the budget estimates process.
Minister for Public expenditure and reform Michael McGrath spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Voluntary school contributions should end - that’s the view of Barnardo's who are today launching Barnardo's Back to School Survey 2022
The CEO of Barnardo's, Suzanne Connelly spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Sean Nolan, Professional Cyclist with the EvoPro Racing Team was left with four broken ribs and fractured bones in two different vertebrae when he came off his bike at Townley Hall woods in Louth.
It appears a rope trap was deliberately set on the mountain trail and could have left him paralysed. Sean spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about his experience.
Taoiseach Micheal Martin has signalled a major change to the state pension system.
New changes to the state pension age will offer workers a cash incentive to continue to work up to the age of 70.
To discuss further Ciara was joined on the show by Dr. Laura Bambrick, Head of Social Policy, Irish Congress of Trade Unions.
Sport Ireland is to launch €2million ‘Sport for all’ fund for Clubs to support disability-specific activities in sports clubs. The total funding package of €4m aims to break down barriers to participation
Jack Chambers, Minister of State for Sport and The Gaeltacht spoke to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of the funding launch.
Newstalk Technology correspondent Jess Kelly brings us tips and tricks when using your Gmail account.
Ahead of the Bray Air Show yesterday, there were major DART delays after passengers on a stalled train outside Bray forced open the doors and began walking on the tracks.
Customers on board the train have expressed their outrage as many complained of the heat on the crowded trains resulting in people fainting on board.
Barry Kenny, Chief Communications Manager at Iarnrod Eireann spoke to Jo
Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue has been engaging in ongoing talks with Environment Minister Eamon Ryan on Climate change.
He signalled that he could support emissions cuts of more than the minimum 22% for farming – but in an interview with the Irish Independent, he stated that farming families must be protected.
Tim Cullinan, President of the Irish Farmers Association spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with his take on this.
Higher dole payments for workers who suddenly lose their jobs are in the mix for the budget. So reads the story on the front page of the Independent this morning.
But is it a good idea to tailor dole payments to things like previous incomes and how long someone has been out of work? Gerard Howlin is a Public Affairs Consultant and Former Government Advisor spoke to Johnathan on the show this morning.
Seven-year-old Erin O'Mahony has been hailed a hero by Gardaí after she saved the life of her mother who suffered a stroke in their home.
The brave youngster managed to get the keys, open the front door and get help. Erin’s mother Dee Dixon spoke to Ciara on how Erin saved her life.
President Michael D. Higgins signed off on legislation yesterday that will see free contraception available to those aged between 17 and 25.
The Women’s Council of Ireland have welcomed this but says they will continue to campaign for a universal rollout of free contraception to all women.
Alana Ryan, Women’s Health Co-ordinator at the Women’s Council of Ireland spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Italian Prime Minister, Mario Draghi resigned his position yesterday “following a tumultuous week of political haggling”
That is the view of Eric Sylvers, The Wall Street Journal’s Milan Correspondent who spoke to Vincent on the show this morning.
Dublin is failing Northern Ireland when it comes to political representation.
That’s the view of Writer and Campaigner Emma DeSouza, who believes that a predetermined number of Seanad seats should be reserved for nominated representatives from Northern Ireland. Emma spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has sought a meeting with AIB officials after calling on the bank to reconsider its decision to remove cash facilities at 70 branches around the country.
The bank is due to appear before the Finance committee soon and for more on this Vincent was joined on the show by Ned O’Hara of The Postmasters Union and Rose Mary McDonagh who is national chair of the farm business committee at the Irish Farmers’ Association.
Do you tip? This morning on the show we discuss why tips are so important to hospitality workers in Ireland.
We sent our reporter Elaine Smith to find out from the people of Cork about their tipping etiquettes. And also we were joined on the show by Irish Examiner Columnist and Author Clodagh Finn.
Have you ever fancied spending the night in a home from your favourite TV show or film? There are places across Ireland and the UK where you can do just that.
To take us through some examples, Vincent spoke to Megan Virgo, Freelance Travel writer for the Irish Daily Mail.
The beautiful Summer weather is the perfect opportunity to give your kids more freedom to stay out longer and choose their own activities.
That’s the view of Clinical Psychologist Dr. David Coleman, who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Harry Styles has had a university course in the US dedicated to him – no that is not an April fool's joke – students in Texas will be able to study the singer and celebrity culture in college
To give us the latest on the story Ciara spoke to Audience editor Independent.ie, Deirdre Molumby.
The European Central Bank’s governing council will consider raising interest rates by as much as half a percentage point when it meets later this morning.
The bank is trying to contend with record inflation and big increases in borrowing costs across much of the world over the past several months.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was John Fitzgerald Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin.
Minister of State for Public Procurement and eGovernment, Ossian Smyth spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on the latest greenhouse gas emissions report.
Online abuse of GAA players and officials has become so severe that referees are being advised to stay off social media in the days after they officiate at games - that’s according to a report on Primetime this evening
For more on this Vincent spoke to Referee Conor Lane.
Sinn Fein’s Leader Mary Lou McDonald made a direct appeal to the Irish living in Australia to return home to be a part of a new Ireland that we must build’ in Canberra yesterday.
She stated that young Irish people had been ‘robbed of a life in Ireland’
Aphria Loftus, Childcare Educator in Ever Learn Pre School in Sydney is living in Australia and joined Ciara on the show to tell us whether she sees a future for herself in Ireland.
Ireland’s greenhouse gas emissions increased by 4.7% in 2021 compared to 2020.
However, the figure for 2021 is still over 1% higher than before the pandemic in 2019 and far short of the 7% annual decrease needed to meet our 2030 climate target commitments.
For more on the findings of the report, Vincent spoke to Mary Frances Rochford, EPA Programme Manager.
And then there were two! Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss are set to face off in a campaign spanning six weeks as they vie to become the next Prime Minister.
Lauren McEvatt a Former Conservative government Special Adviser spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with more to details on the race to become the next UK Prime Minister.
Central Dublin’s formerly majestic views have been reduced to a tawdry spectacle of decline.
That is the view of Columnist with The Sunday Independent, Liam Collins who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The World Health Organisation announced yesterday that Europe will face a challenging autumn and winter if more is not done to deal with escalating cases.
For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Professor Anthony Staines, Professor of Health Systems at the School of Nursing and Human Sciences at DCU.
Europe's heatwave looked set to peak yesterday, but temperatures may remain above normal into the middle of next week according to the World Meteorological Organisation.
London Fire Brigade declared a major incident due to “a huge surge” in blazes across the capital amid 40°C heat yesterday
Rachael Venables is a correspondent with LBC radio and joined from the scene of one of the worst fires yesterday in Wennington. We also spoke to Cliodhna O'Flynn, Journalist and Broadcaster in Spain.
Sinn Féin has intensified its campaign for a border poll with the launch of a 'Commission on the Future of Ireland'. But is a border poll the right decision for the island of Ireland?
Sinn Fein MLA for South Antrim and chair of the commission, Declan Kearney & Editor of The Belfast Newsletter, Ben Lowry spoke to Vincent on the show this morning.
With increased risks of severe weather incidents – Ireland now needs urgent action to ensure society has the infrastructure and services in place to respond to the impact that climate change
That’s the call today from the Climate Change Advisory Council and Professor Peter Thorne who is the Chair of the Climate Change Advisory Council’s Adaptation Committee spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Free Now have announced that they are set to add an additional €1 to the price of every taxi journey starting in August. The company announced the price increase to its customers yesterday via email
Jim Waldron, Of the National Private Hire & Taxi Association gave Newstalk his reaction to this price increase.
Refugees travelling here from 20 safe European countries will from tomorrow be required to hold visas under a change agreed by Government yesterday. The move tightens immigration rules here amid an accommodation shortage for refugees.
Nick Henderson is the CEO of the Irish Refugee Council
Will Ireland’s strict carbon emission targets require a reduction in the national herd?
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue spoke to Vincent on the show this morning to discuss further.
The Football Association is set to trial the removal of heading from u12 football and below. The move comes as scientists have found a link between playing football and having dementia later in life.
Dawn Astle, Co-founder of the Jeff Astle Foundation spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning to discuss this decision further.
Temperatures peaked at 33 degrees in Dublin yesterday, the hottest day recorded in 135 years.
Irish Water has warned that there are 12 areas across the country at risk of drought. Cara Augustenborg, Assistant Professor of Landscape Studies and Environmental Policy at UCD discussed what these high temperatures mean for climate change.
Steve Bannon, former chief political adviser to Donald Trump and founding father of his anti-elite movement, had his day in court on Monday on charges of contempt of Congress after he snubbed the House committee investigating January 6, 2021.
So what can we expect to hear from the trial? Martin Wall Irish Times Washington correspondent spoke to Vincent this morning on the show.
Limerick bet Kilkenny in Croke Park yesterday evening and became three in a row All Ireland final winners
Off The Ball’s Aishling O’Reilly was reporting to us from the winning team’s hotel.
What an enjoyable weekend of sunshine with the highest temperatures of 29 degrees recorded in Dublin
Evelyn Cusack, Head of forecasting at Met Eireann spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to give an update on what we can expect from the week ahead.
It’s time for the five remaining candidates in the Conservative leadership race to appeal to the public! They went head-to-head in live TV debates over the weekend.
How did they fare?
To discuss Vincent spoke to George Parker, Political Editor of the Financial Times.
TikTok is set to roll out content filters and maturity ratings in a pledge to make app safer – but will this actually make a difference?
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly spoke to Ciara with the details.
This week the European Commission are set to tell it’s member states to start cutting their gas usage immediately and will upgrade the EU’s emergency status to ‘alert’ as the likelihood of winter shortages increase
Muireann Lynch, Energy Economist at the ESRI joins me now to tell us more.
Dissident Fianna Fáil TDs worried about the impact of the cost-of-living crisis are demanding a review of the deal underpinning the coalition put in place two years ago.
The call, backed by a large group of backbenchers, is a further blow to the leadership of Taoiseach Micheál Martin. One such TD is Fianna Fail’s John Lahart who joined Ciara this morning on the show.
TikTok trends and viral videos of parents playing pranks on their children can be found in every corner of the internet, but is this a breach of the child’s privacy?
Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Psychotherapist and the Author of Fragile, Stella O’Malley to talk about the impact of posting videos of your children online
As the good weather continues, the public is being warned that water safety needs to be at the forefront of everyone’s minds as they head for a dip.
This is following the sad news of three drownings over the past week.
14 year old, Bradley Lulendo from Dublin tragically lost his life last week while swimming, and his brother Pasias Lulendo spoke
Incoming asylum seekers from Ukraine and elsewhere have been staying at Dublin Airport due to a shortage of State-provided accommodation.
Gormanston Camp will open its doors on Monday to house Ukrainians coming to Ireland as they flee the Russian invasion.
Pat Carey is Chair of the Irish Red Cross spoke to Vincent this morning on the show.
The good weather is set to continue with highs of 30 degrees and tropical nights on the way.
Head of Forecasting at Met Eireann, Evelyn Cusack with more on the high degrees expected this weekend.
More than 100,000 properties across the State have been impacted by Celtic Tiger-era building defects which could cost the State up to €2.8 billion to repair.
Pat Montague is Spokesperson for the Construction Defects Alliance spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
“Sinn Féin is the party of climate inaction with no vision or policies on achieving targets”
That is the view of Richard Bruton, Chairperson of the Fine Gael parliamentary party and former Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast. To debate this too we heard from Darren O’Rourke Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Climate Action, Communications Networks, and Transport.
Staff columnist with The Irish Examiner Michael Moynihan has written this week - ‘The prevalence of the smell around Cork is such that at times you’d wonder if anyone isn’t smoking cannabis, or at least whether anyone is going to the small inconvenience of smoking it behind closed doors.
Micheal joined Vincent on the show this morning with more on this.
Rather than allowing marketing executives to dictate how we should feel about growing old, maybe it’s time we began celebrating when we reach old age.
That’s the view of the Clinical Director of Therapy Institute and Columnist with the Irish Examiner and author of ‘Parenting the Screenager, Richard Hogan.
Videoing photographing or sharing images of road traffic accidents should be banned.
That’s a suggestion being brought forward in a bill by Labour TD and the Party’s Transport Spokesperson Duncan Smith who joined Shane this morning.
The State has run out of accommodation for new Ukrainian refugees and asylum seekers and will have to pause the intake of new arrivals.
The Citywest conference centre is accommodating more than 1,000 people who have fled the war in Ukraine and is now at full capacity, with no immediate contingency in place.
Rebecca Moynihan is a Labour Senator and Spokesperson on Housing and spoke to Aidenn on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Some great albums slip between the cracks. It can be due to inept marketing, bad timing, or sometimes a certain record’s genius is simply misunderstood — being too ahead of its time or out of step with the current trend.
What are the best overlooked or underappreciated Irish albums? Shane was joined on the show this morning by Pat Carty, Writer for Hot Press Magazine and Broadcaster.
Sinn Fein could be on course to form the next government certainly if the polls are to be believed. The latest Irish Times/Ipsos poll increase its support to 36%, a record for this particular poll.
The cost of living crisis has hit the current coalition government with Fianna Fáil at 20% (down three); Fine Gael at 18% (down four) and the Green Party unchanged at 3%
Pat Leahy is Political Editor of the Irish Times spoke to Shane with more on this results of this latest poll.
The euro dropped below parity against the US dollar yesterday for the first time since 2002 amid concerns of a potential recession in Europe.
Dan O’Brien Chief Economist at the Institute of International and European affairs and Columnist with the Business Post spoke to Aideen on the show this morning.
Boohoo, the fast fashion brand has axed their free returns policy and will now charge customers. But where do our clothes go when we return them to the retailer?
Emma Gleeson, Writer and Author of “Stuff Happens” spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
Plans for a public lido with an Olympic swimming pool at George’s Dock in Dublin’s IFSC have been floated after the controversial proposal to build a white-water rafting course on the site was abandoned last year.
Joining me now is Joe Costello, Labour Party Councillor for Dublin’s North Inner City
The Department of Justice has announced a number of changes to the upcoming hate crime legislation.
It's understood two tests will be required when deciding whether something is a hate crime or not. To discuss the changes Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Justice Minister Helen McEntee.
Bleeding on the pitch has always been a badge of honour, particularly for men. If a woman was to come on her period during a game, why can’t it be viewed in the same way?
That was the view of journalist Caoimhe O’Neill writing in The Athletic. For more on this Ciara was joined on the show by Shauna Doellken O’Shea, Irish triathlete
Last week Independent Verona Murphy got in some hot water for swearing in the Dáil chamber
But she's far from the first TD to fall foul of the Ceann Comhairle for bad language
Newstalk's Political Correspondent Seán Defoe has been taking a look back at the history of cursing in the chamber.
Concerns have been raised about the number of campervans taking up spaces at Cork beaches.
The issue was raised by councillors at a Cork County Council meeting this week. Marie O’Sullivan Fine Gael Cork County Cllr for Bandon-Kinsale and Chairperson of the Carrigaline Municipal District.
The race to become the next Conservative leader and UK prime minister officially starts today with 8 candidates making it to the starting post.
Kemi Badenoch, Suella Braverman, Jeremy Hunt, Penny Mordaunt, Rishi Sunak, Liz Truss, Tom Tugendhat and Nadhim Zahawi all received the support of at least 20 MPs allowing them to be put forward.
Philip Webster Former Political Editor of the Times spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Europe is bracing itself for a major heatwave this week, with parts of France and Germany likely to experience temperatures above 40 degrees, while highs in Spain could touch 47 degrees Celsius.
So are heatwaves like these going to become a part of a new normal for Europe thanks to climate change? Shane spoke to John Sweeney is a Climatologist and Professor Emeritus at Maynooth University.
The Government will consider a proposal to maintain the current TV licence fee.
Today's Cabinet discussions come ahead of the publication of the Future of Media Commission report. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Larry Bass Ceo of ShinAwiL.
Green Party leader Eamon Ryan is preparing this week to announce the exact details of his highly contentious turf ban, which is set to include a ban on the sale of commercial turf online and in retail stores.
But has the government gone far enough when it comes to green policy? Duncan Stewart an Environmentalist and Architect spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on the show this morning.
Newstalk Breakfast was broadcasting live from The Galway Bay Hotel as part of Newstalk's Summer Tour.
Ciara took a little walk around Salthill and sat outside the famous O’Connors bar and chatted to three local businesses about how busy this summer season is for them.
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The Government is to increase spending on the Defence Forces from €1bn a year to €1.5bn annually by 2028 in what will be the single biggest investment in the military in the history of the State
Ciara was joined on the show by Cathal Berry, Independent TD, and a former Army Ranger.
Rents should be limited to a maximum of a quarter of the median monthly household income.
That’s according to a new bill which is being launched by People Before Profit this week which would also see the establishment of a National Rent Authority to oversee the new proposal and other rental matters.
Richard Boyd Barrett People Before Profit Housing Spokesperson and TD for Dun Laoghaire and Pat Davitt CEO of the Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
Employers are complaining that young workers are unable to deal with criticism, expect their work roster to fit around their social lives, and constantly use their phones in the workplace.
That’s according to Damien McCarthy, Chief Executive of HR Buddy
Apple gave users a preview of the upcoming operating system update iOS 16 last month, but in the last number of days, the company has unveiled another new feature called 'Lockdown Mode’ that will fight hacking.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly brings us all the details.
Dublin bus lanes should be enforced 24-7, particularly on GAA match days that’s the view of Green Party Councillor for the North Inner City, Janet Horner, who spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
Eleven Conservative politicians have now thrown their hats into the ring to replace Boris Johnson, with household names and lesser-known Tories in the mix to be the next Prime Minister of the UK.
To talk us through the runners and riders, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Lauren McEvatt, Former Conservative government Special Adviser
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has said opposition TDs must decide if they are "willing to allow people to suffer or stand up and be counted" in their upcoming motion of no confidence in the Government.
Joining Shane this morning with more on this was Minister of State with responsibility for Local Government and Planning, Peter Burke, and Sinn Fein Spokesperson on Public Expenditure and Reform, Mairead Farrell.
James Caan the legendary actor has passed away at the age of 82. As well as his most famous fole as Sonny Corleone in the 1972 movie The Godfather, Caan was also famed for starring in El Dorado, Misery and Elf to name just a few.
Joining Aideen on the show this morning to talk about his fabulous career and legacy was Hollywood journalist Jeanne Wolf.
Rugby’s Head Injury Assessment has been exposed as unfit for purpose.
That’s according to the safety campaign group “Progressive Rugby”, who yesterday made a statement condemning the selection of Ireland captain Johnny Sexton for tomorrow’s second test against the All Blacks after he failed an in-game HIA last week.
Professor John Fairclough is a former president of the British Sports Trauma Association and a spokesperson for Progressive Rugby
Sinn Fein will decide this morning if it is to push ahead with a no-confidence motion in the government.
It comes as the government lost its overall majority in the Dáil after Donegal Fine Gael TD Joe McHugh voted against the Mica redress scheme bill.
Sinn Féin spokesperson on Agriculture and TD for Cavan Monaghan Matt Carthy spoke to Aideen this morning on the show.
Yesterday UK Prime Minister announced yesterday that he was resigning as the leader of the Conservative Party.However, Johnson says he will remain as Prime Minister until a new leader of the party is appointed.
Daniel Moylan – Former Boris Johnson Advisor and Conservative member of the House of Lords spoke to Ciara this morning to discuss what legacy Boris Johnson leaves behind.
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is in a critical condition after being shot at a political rally overnight.
For the latest on this shocking attack we are joined from Japan by Eryk Bagshaw, North Asia correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald
Is there a legal issue with members of the public recording the Gardaí and posting it online?
Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD posed this question in the Dáíl this week and he spoke to Aideen this morning on the show with more on this.
With all of the recent noise of the latte levy, are cigarette butts the real enemy?
Surveys published by the Department of Environment have shown that 54% of littering in Ireland is made up of cigarette waste and it is as high as 60% in Dublin.
Donal Hickey, Environmental Journalist with the Irish Examiner spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
After giving in to overwhelming political pressure, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his resignation as Conservative Party leader yesterday. However, he has said he would continue to serve as Prime Minister until a successor is appointed.
John Rentoul is Chief Political Commentator with the London Independent and joined Aideen this morning on the show.
Festival season is back after a long two years without it, but how can we be more conscious and sustainable when camping?
Managing Director of NativeEvents, Megan Best joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
An incredible 82% of the Irish population keep their chocolate in the fridge. That’s according to new research from Deliveroo published for World Chocolate Day. Our reporter JJ Clarke took to the streets of Dublin to find out how people enjoy their chocs
The Director of Public Prosecutions has decided not to bring charges against Tánaiste Leo Varadkar over the alleged leaking of a confidential document.
The Tánaiste had been investigated for leaking a contract deal struck with the Irish Medical Organisation to Dr Maitiú Ó Tuathail, who was working for a rival GP group at the time.
Brid Smith People Before Profit TD spoke to Ciara on the show.
Boris Johnson has reportedly refused to quit as British prime minister despite pressure from his cabinet colleagues. 51 members of the government have now resigned in protest of Johnson’s leadership in what was a dramatic 24 hours in Westminster.
Adam Boulton is a Political Commentator and Former Sky News Political Editor and he joined Shane on the show.
As Covid cases continue to surge – are we handling this in the correct way?
Professor of Immunology and Director of the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Health research at Maynooth University, Paul Moynagh joined Ciara on the show.
Summer is here and Second Officer at Cork City Fire Brigade, Victor Shine is pleading with people not to leave their children unsupervised in the car this summer.
Victor joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to tell us all about the dangers of popping into the shop for a minute and leaving your child alone.
Boris Johnson has reportedly refused to quit as British prime minister despite calls from cabinet colleagues. 48 government members have now resigned in a dramatic 24 hours in Westminster.
Lauren McEvatt, a former UK government Special Adviser spoke to Ciara on the show.
International Surrogacy may be recognised in Ireland for the first time under a system of parental orders and guidelines, a special Oireachtas committee are set to recommend today.
Senator Mary Seery Kearney, Member of the Joint Committee joined Ciara on the show this morning.
A touring Irish fan gave the kiss of life to a Waikato rugby stalwart Dean Herewini whose heart stopped beating ahead of Saturday night's clash between Ireland and the All Blacks at Eden Park in New Zealand.
Limerick woman Sarah Hartigan was that fan who saved Dean's life and she spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The Minister for Housing Darragh O'Brien joined Ciara and Shane this morning in the studio to answer our listener's questions on housing.
Some Dublin communities are “teetering on the edge of lawlessness” and feel increasingly isolated since the Covid-19 pandemic
Sinn Fein Cllr Daithí Doolan says that due to various social problems some of the areas he represents are “communities in trauma”, similar to conflict zones around the world. Cllr Doolan spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Why should we give our money to banks and service providers when they refuse to provide real people to help you when you have a question for them?
It’s a question Liam Collins, Columnist with the Sunday Independent has posed recently and Liam spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
Boris Johnson’s reign as UK prime minister looks to be in a very perilous position this morning after two key ministers in his cabinet resigned.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak and health secretary Sajid Javid have quit their roles in cabinet saying they no longer have confidence in Boris Johnson to lead the country.
For more on this Shane spoke to David Mellor – Former Conservative Cabinet Minister.
The rate of the back-to-school allowance is set to increase by €100, while school transport fees will be waived for primary and secondary students.
The new plans were unveiled by Ministers yesterday evening in response to rising school costs amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.
Karen Kiernan is CEO of OneFamily, Ireland's national organisation for one-parent families and Karen spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A joint committee on autism will today hear from school unions on the needs for resources if they are to open more special education classes.
Assistant General Secretary of the Irish National teachers organisation and Director of Education, Research and Learning, Mairín Ní Cheileachair spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The long-delayed Dublin Metrolink is to cost €9.5 billion, and the first trains are set to run by 2034. So the cabinet was told yesterday.
The 19 kilometre rail line is set to run from near Ranelagh on the southside of the city to Swords on the northside, serving Dublin Airport along the way.
Joining Shane for more on this was Brian Caulfield, Associate Professor School of Engineering at Trinity College Dublin.
Government spending will increase by €6.7 billion in this year’s budget as part of the government’s plan to tackle the cost of living.
The date for the budget has also been brought forward by two weeks to Tuesday, September 27th. Paschal Donohoe Minister for Finance & President of the Eurogroup
With staff shortages being an issue across many sectors since the beginning of the pandemic, is it time that businesses start to open themselves up to employing reformed ex-prisoners?
Wayne Hart, Academic, ex-offender, who has worked as a probation support worker and in a garda youth diversion programme spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Outdoor dining developments in Dublin’s Merrion Row, Capel Street, and Suffolk Street have been delayed, as Dublin city council has yet to spend the €1.3 million in funding it received last September from Failte Ireland to transform the three streets for outdoor dining.
Joining Ciara to discuss this is Gina Murphy, Owner of Hugos Restaurant on Merrion Row.
Government spending will increase by €6.7 billion in this year’s budget as part of the government’s plan to tackle the cost of living. But is the Government in danger of overheating the economy?
To discuss further Ciara was joined on the show by Sebastian Barnes Chairperson at the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council.
At least six people have been killed and more than two dozen have been injured after a gunman opened fire at a July 4th Independence Day parade in Highland Park, near Chicago.
For more on this, Shane was joined by Gregory Pratt, Chicago Tribune reporter to explain what has happened overnight.
The Government will today publish the Summer economic statement but what can we expect from it?
Ciara was joined on the show by Daniel McConnell Political Editor with the Irish Examiner.
An “appalling” smell, sticky door handles, and a driver’s refusal to allow a blind passenger’s guide dog in his cab were among the taxi regulator's complaints so far this year.
In reaction Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Jim Waldron of the National Private Hire & Taxi Association.
WhatsApp is working on a number of updates for the platform to give users more control of how they use it.
Newstalk's Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joins Newstalk Breakfast with the details.
SIPTU said its representatives have been given assurances about the deployment of the Defence Forces at Dublin Airport.
The union says that its members will not be asked, or required, to work alongside Defence Force members or to train them. SIPTU Aviation Sector Organiser, Niall Phillip spoke to Ciara this morning.
Ministers are expected to discuss a new timeframe for the Budget when they meet later today. An announcement to bring forward the Budget is expected to be made in tandem with the publication of the Summer Economic Statement.
So what should the government do to deal with the current cost of living crisis? Shane was joined on the show by Gerard Howlin Public affairs consultant and former political advisor Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD for Dublin South West.
Childless people should pay extra taxes in order to encourage more people to start a family.
That’s the view of Paul Morland, Demographer at St Antony’s College, Oxford, and the author of Tomorrow’s People: The Future of Humanity in Ten Numbers, and Paul spoke to Ciara this morning on the show this morning.
Ireland’s power system has been put into a “very dangerous” position after the British government last week threatened to cut off gas supplies to European countries.
That’s according to Don Moore, Chair of the Energy and Climate Action Committee at the Irish Academy of Engineers who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Several people were killed after a gunman opened fire at a shopping mall in Copenhagen. Danish police have arrested a 22-year-old man in connection with the shooting.
Nikolaj Skydsgaard Reuters reporter in Copenhagen spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more details on the shooting.
As a parent swearing in front of your children is probably something we all are guilty of.
But is it really all that bad to do so? Steve Cummins Co-Founder of Zoom party.ie and Comedian spoke to Johnathan on the show this morning.
The General Secretary of the National Bus and Rail Union has written to the head of the National Transport Authority to express 'disgust' at recent comments she made regarding absenteeism among bus drivers.
Dermot O’Leary General Secretary of the National Bus and Rail Union spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Ministers are expected to discuss the timeframe for the Budget when they meet on Monday.
Minister for the Environment Eamon Ryan said yesterday he “would not object” to the Budget being brought forward to September from October.
Minister for Public expenditure and reform Michael McGrath
With many jetting off on their summer holidays, spare a thought for the cabin crew who have to deal with so many different types of passengers 40,000 feet in the air.
But how do you spot a difficult passenger from a distance? Paula Gahan works on a cabin crew with an International Airline and Paula spoke to Johnathan this morning on the show.
Today is the first of July, and with Summer well underway, many of us are wondering who forgot to tell the weather!
Joining me now is Evelyn Cusack, Head of Forecasting with Met Eireann
A ban on insurance companies punishing customers who are loyal to them with higher renewal charges is set to come into effect today but what will this mean for your pocket?
For more on this Shane was joined on the show by Siobhan Maguire, Consumer Journalist joins me now.
US President Joe Biden's efforts to enforce environmental regulation in the world's second-most polluting country have been dealt a major blow by a Supreme Court ruling on air pollution.
Newstalk Breakfast spoke to John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist and Commentato.r
The latest Covid surge and record attendances at emergency departments across the country is meaning that some hospitals are having to re-introduce visitor restrictions.
Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast this morning was Anthony Staines, Professor of Health Systems at the School of Nursing and Human Sciences at DCU
Yesterday Aer Lingus was forced to cancel 12 flights to and from Dublin Airport due to ‘due to a spike in Covid cases’ leaving many passengers stranded. Should travellers fear further cancelled flights?
Johnathan spoke to Michelle Walsh Jackson Travel Expert with thenoveltraveller.com.
Vandals have struck at the largest cemetery of megalithic tombs in Ireland in County Sligo. Locals have called it an ‘attack on Ireland’
Sligo Independent Councillor Marie Cassidy told Newstalk Breakfast a little bit about the tombs and what happened.
Disposable vapes will 'get a whole new generation of people addicted to nicotine'
That’s according to Professor Colin O’Gara at UCD School of Medicine who also says the recent jump in the popularity of disposable e-cigarettes is a “cause for concern”.
Professor Luke Clancy, Director General of the Tobacco Free Research Institute Ireland and consultant respiratory physician spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
Gardai have confirmed that they will be conducting a full-scale review of the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier.
It will be 26 years this December since the French Television Producer was killed outside her holiday home in Schull in Cork.
Ralph Riegel is Southern Correspondent with the Irish Independent and he spoke to Johnathan on this new review announcement. Also Solicitor for Ian Bailey Frank Buttimer spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson there who thinks Vladimir Putin would not have started the war in Ukraine if he was a woman
Ella Whelan, Spiked Online Columnist and Co-Convener of the Battle of Ideas Festival gave us her view on this.
Privately-run inpatient mental health centres offer a better level of care than HSE-run facilities.
That’s according to the Mental Health Commission’s 2021 Annual Report, which found that significant investment is required into HSE-run inpatient services to ensure all people, regardless of their financial means, have access to a similar standard of care.
Emma O’Sullivan has been struggling with an eating disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) for a decade and is now crowdfunding to try to afford private inpatient care. Emma spoke to Johnathan this morning on the show.
Faulty septic talks are posing risks to health and the environment
That is one of the conclusions of a report from the Environmental Protection Agency that’s released today
For more on this Shane spoke to Noel Byrne Programme Manager with the EPA’s Office of Environmental Enforcement.
As schools close for the summer how can you encourage your teen to get a summer job? Richard Hogan, Clinical Director of Therapy Institute and Columnist with the Irish Examiner and author of ‘Parenting the Screenager had some advice for Newstalk Breakfast.
Cabinet has approved legislation for free contraception for women between the ages of 17 and 25, following through on a plan announced in last October’s Budget.
Green Party Senator Pauline O’Reilly spoke to Johnathan on the show this morning.
embers of the Defence Forces are to begin training so they can stand in for security personnel at Dublin Airport in the event of a Covid-19 surge. The Government has supported a request from Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan and Minister of State Hildegarde Naughton to allow Defence Forces members to begin to assist the Dublin Airport Authority.
Minister of State at the Department of Transport Hildegarde Naughton
I don’t need to be patronised and told that every line on my face tells a story’ - so says bestselling author Sheila O’Flanagan who spoke to Shane this morning.
The army has been put on standby to help at Dublin Airport until the end of the summer but there’s already been criticism of using soldiers to cover the staff shortages
For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Paul Murphy People Before Profit TD for Dublin South West.
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions will come before an Oireachtas Committee meeting later today to voice their concerns about issues within the hospitality industry – where they say workers are exploited and mistreated – and it’s led to the staffing crisis that we see today.
Johnathan was joined on the show this morning by Fiona Dunne, One National Co-Ordinator at the Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU).
Former US President Donald Trump tried to take the steering wheel from his Secret Service limousine driver in an attempt to join the crowd marching on the US Capitol last year, a top aide in his administration Cassidy Hutchinson.
With more on this Shane spoke to BBC North American Correspondent Anthony Zurcher /
Yesterday it was confirmed that the head of the HSE Paul Reid would be stepping down from his position in December. What implications could this have for the HSE?
Shane was joined on the show this morning by Dr Eddie Molloy Independent Management Consultant.
Dalton Philips the CEO of the DAA has warned of the possibility of a cap on flights from Dublin Airport as it continues to struggle with staffing issues.
It comes as Aer Lingus cancelled flights at the weekend due to the impact of covid-related absences. But what exactly would a flight cap mean for the many holiday goers who have already booked flights?
With reaction to this Aideen spoke to Padraig Ó Céidigh, Founder of Aer Lingus Regional and former chairman of Shannon Group.
British Socialite Ghislaine Maxwell is due to be sentenced today. She is facing up to 65 years in prison for her role in an elaborate child sexual abuse case involving disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein
Harriett Alexander a New York-based reporter spoke to Aideen this morning.
Boris Johnson's legislation to scrap parts of the Northern Ireland Protocol has cleared its first Commons hurdle. The bill passed by 295 votes to 221 despite attracting fierce criticism from a number of MPs on the Tory benches as well as the opposition.
Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
County councillors who become pregnant will be able to avail of maternity leave under plans expected to be signed off at Cabinet this week.
Minister of State Peter Burke is expected to bring the amendments to the Local Government Act to Cabinet today after they were deferred last week.
Joining Aideen to discuss this was Labour Party Councillor Joanna Tuffy and Hazel Chu, Former Lord Mayor of Dublin.
Instagram is testing out new technology to verify the age of teenagers using the platform. This is part of the social network’s efforts to improve user safety and wellbeing.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
The average price of a home in Dublin is now €429,000, 95% above its lowest point that’s according to a new report from Daft.ie
Economist at Trinity College Dublin and author of the report, Ronan Lyons spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss the findings of this report.
The Chief Executive of the HSE has said plans to reconfigure the Emergency Department at Our Lady's Hospital Navan will proceed, despite a request from Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly to put them on hold.
For more on this Shane spoke to the Clinical Director of Our Lady's Hospital in Navan, Dr. Gerry McEntee and Aontu leader and TD for Meath West, Peadar Toibin.
Justice Minister Helen McEntee is facing a backlash from other cabinet ministers over plans to give Gardaí powers to use controversial facial recognition technology in murder, missing person, and child sex abuse cases.
That’s according to the Sunday Independent, who yesterday revealed that the Green Party ministers and Health Minister Stephen Donnelly all expressed concerns over the move.
But is it a good idea? Liam Herrick is the Executive Director of The Irish Council for Civil Liberties
A classic encounter between Galway and Armagh in the All Ireland Quarter Finals yesterday was tarnished by ugly scenes and violence between both benches at the end of regular time.
With this being far from the first time an incident like this has happened on a GAA field, is now the time to address the problem?
Ray Silke is a Former Galway Footballer and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with his view.
Dog fouling fines should be increased tenfold. That’s the view of Patrick Costello is the Green Party Justice Spokesperson who believes upping penalties from €150 to €1,500 would both deter offenders and incentivise enforcement.
Patrick Costello spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
As of last week, 82 people have been killed on our roads so far this year with speeding the main contributor. An Garda Siochana are launching a #SlowDown Campaign to try and combat the high levels of speeding.
Michael Hennebry, Chief Superintendent of the Garda National Roads Policing Bureau spoke to Johnathan this morning to discuss more about the campaign.
Shane was joined on the show by former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern to look on his life and career.
Seven men have been arrested after gardaí seized over €2 million worth of drugs and hundreds of thousands of euros in cash linked to the Kinahan cartel.
Nicola Tallant, Investigations editor with the Sunday World spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this story.
Boris Johnson’s reign as UK prime minister looks even more precarious after his party suffered defeats in 2 key by-elections
Philip Webster former political editor of the Times of London joined Shane on the show this morning to discuss further.
Ireland’s economy will continue to grow strongly this year based on the performance of multinational companies in Ireland. However, rising inflation means households facing biggest fall in living standards since 2008. That’s according to the latest assessment of Ireland’s economy by the ESRI.
Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance & President of the Eurogroup spoke to Ciara this morning.
The streets are awash with litter because businesses are leaving bags in front of their premises and seagulls are ripping them apart.
Shane asked Alison Gililland, Lord Mayor of Dublin, if this acceptable?
If there are two things that don’t mix it’s a kid’s sticky fingers and an impossibly white dress. So, this wedding season, is it time to leave children off the invite list?
Andrea Smith is a Freelance Journalist spoke to Ciara on the show with her view.
The US Supreme Court has struck down a New York law restricting gun-carrying rights, in its most important judgment on guns in over a decade. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Larry Donnelly Larry Donnelly, Columnist with theJournal.ie and Law Lecturer in NUIG.
The economy will continue to grow strongly this year based on the performance of multinational companies in Ireland, yet households face the biggest drop in living standards since the 2008 crash that's according to a new report from the Economic and Social Research Institute.
John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin gave his research to the findings of the ESRI report.
Campaigners will tell the Oireachtas housing committee today that the mica redress scheme agreed last year by the Government is not fit for purpose. The committee will sit for some seven hours today to scrutinise the bill.
For more on this Shane spoke to Sinn Fein Housing Spokesperson, Eoin O’Broin
Landmark new legislation giving adopted people access to their birth information has passed through all stages in the Dáil and Seanad and now will go to the President to be signed.
Ciara spoke to Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman.
Directly elected mayors have been hailed as the solution to the general malaise in Irish local government, but will they really make a difference to our cities, or do they have the potential to make political gridlock even worse?
To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Derek Mooney Public Affairs and Communications Advisor and Former Fianna Fáil Strategist and also Moran is the Former Chair of the Land Development Agency.
Top multinationals like Google, Apple, Microsoft and Intel are the most desired employers for Gen Z students, according to research from leading employer branding specialists, Universum, part of IrishJobs. Elaine Burke is the Editor of Silicon Republic joined Newstalk Breakfast to discuss the findings of the research.
Senior public servants earning more than €150,000 will receive pay restorations of 10 – 15% despite rising inflation and the increased cost of living. This is the last round of an unwinding of pay cuts imposed on public servants during the financial crisis.
Fianna Fail TD John McGuinness is Chair of the Finance Committee spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
An Taoiseach Micheál Martin has admitted he’s 'worried' about the winter as energy prices are set to soar even higher. EU Commissioner Mairead McGuinness this week has also cautioned that fuel rationing in Ireland 'could be a reality' in the autumn.
Energy Economist & Senior Research Officer with ESRI, Muireann Lynch spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Since the pandemic, people are dressing differently, not wearing formal suits, looking less official and wearing casual clothing and even trainers to work. So said Clodagh Shorten of Samui in the Irish Times over the weekend. But is the death of formal wear a good thing?
To discuss further Ciara was joined on the show by Noel Cunningham from Harvey’s Point Hotel in Donegal.
There’s a lot of expectation for Budget 2023 now, to ease finances for those who are struggling with costs of living. What could be in store? Shane was joined on the show by Tánaiste Leo Varadkar.
It is ageist and sexist to portray menopause as a “deficiency” that requires treatment with hormone replacement therapy. That’s the view of Martha Hickey a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Melbourne, Australia who joined us on yesterday’s show.
In response to this interview, Ciara spoke to Kate Muir –author of “Everything You Need to Know About the Menopause” and producer of Davina McCall’s Channel 4 documentaries on menopause.
Foras na Gaeilge has launched a nationwide campaign to encourage the use of Irish in communities outside of Gaeltacht areas. The initiative aims to create more Gaelphobal communities and joining Newstalk Breakfast with more is Language Planning Co-ordinator at Foras na Gaeilge, Ursula Ni Shabhaois.
We need urgent action on public transport in Ireland, not more reports that’s the view of writer and campaigner Emma De Sousa who joins spoke to Shane this morning.
A couple in their 70s may have been dead for up to a year before being discovered yesterday afternoon in Co Tipperary. A garda investigation has been launched after the bodies were found at a house in Cloneen
Sean Moynihan CEO of Alone gave his reaction to this tragic discovery.
It is ageist and sexist to portray menopause as a “deficiency” that requires treatment with hormone replacement therapy.
That’s the view of Martha Hickey a professor of obstetrics and gynaecology at the University of Melbourne, Australia who spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
Irish homes are among the least crowded in the EU. That’s according to Data from the European Commission's data analysis wing Eurostat. Are Irish people living in buildings that are too large for their needs?
For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Tom Philips Managing Director of Tom Philips associates, and Adjunct Associate professor of architecture and planning at UCD.
Coalition leaders met Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe and Minister for Public Expenditure Michael McGrath last night in advance of far-reaching decisions on budgetary strategy, the public sector pay talks, and the Government response to cost-of-living increases.
Cabinet will also meet to discuss the issues today. To discuss further Shane was joined on the show by Cliff Taylor Columnist with The Irish Times and also Labour Leader Ivana Bacik.
A popular beer garden shared by three pubs in Dublin City Centre is set to be closed due to a new hotel development on the site. The beer garden, shared by Fibber Magee’s, The Living Room, and Murray’s will be closed due to a large extension to the Holiday Inn Express on O’Connell Street.
Neasa Hourigan Green Party TD for Dublin Central spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with a reaction to this decision.
With the National Maternity Hospital finally signed off, is it time to talk about religious influence on health services? And should religious iconography be removed from hospitals and healthcare settings?
Dr Margaret Naughton, Healthcare Chaplain at University Hospital Kerry spoke to Shane on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Minister for Justice Helen McEntee has revealed that she is pregnant with her second child. Minister McEntee made history last year as the first-ever Cabinet minister to take maternity leave though the arrangements were complicated and highlighted the lack of legal provision to allow Leinster House politicians to take leave after having a baby.
How much has materially changed between Minister McEntee’s pregnancies? Caitríona Gleeson is CEO of Women for Election spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The bodies of an elderly man and woman were found at a house in Tipperary yesterday. Gardaí is still investigating the discovery, though it is indicated that the couple, both in their seventies, had been dead for a considerable period of time, possibly weeks or even months.
For more on this story, Ciara spoke to Ralph Riegel is Southern Correspondent with the Irish Independent and also
Independent TD for Tipperary, Mattie McGrath.
Our 'Ask The Expert' today was Pete The Vet and he discusses dealing with fleas and ticks in your pets.
Cleanse, tone, botox like it or not, cosmetic tweakments have become a skincare normality. But as the likes of filler increase in prevalence, so too does the pressure to jump aboard the bandwagon.
Stefanie Preissner is Screenwriter and Host of the BASICALLY Podcast joined us this morning with her view on this.
The Housing crisis has again been at the fore of the news agenda in the past week. President Michael D Higgins stated that the housing crisis the country has been battling, is no longer a crisis, ‘it’s a disaster.’ Coilin O’Reilly Assistant Chief Executive with Dublin City Council with responsibility for Housing and Community Services spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Taoiseach Micheal Martin has said he wants to wait until October's Budget before introducing any further measures to ease the cost of living. This comes after thousands of people took to the streets in protest over the weekend.
Is help coming soon enough? To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Stephen Kinsella, Head of the Department of Economics at the University of Limerick and Chief Economics Writer at The Currency and also Neil McDonnell CEO of ISME
U2 frontman Bono has given his first-ever reading from his forthcoming memoir while in conversation with Irish poet Paul Muldoon. As part of the Dalkey Book Festival, the pair met in Finnegan's of Dalkey and talked about crafting poems, songs, and the process of writing.
At the event was Ian Robertson, Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Trinity College Dublin and Paul told Newstalk Breakfast about the event.
Depression rates soared among young adults during the Covid-19 pandemic. That’s according to a new report by the Economic and Social Research Institute. For more on this, Ciara spoke Leslie Shoemaker Counselling Psychologist is Mentoring lead with Convene in TU Dublin.
In the Sixties, Japan was the unhealthiest country in the G7 but quickly turned around. Is it time for us to do the same?
Helen Heneghan, a Consultant Bariatric Surgeon and Professor of Surgery at St Vincent’s Hospital, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
A mural on the front of a period home in Sandycove featuring two ballerinas wearing boxing gloves must be removed. That’s what the planning appeals board of An Bord Pleanala has ruled.
Cathy McGovern who owns the home and commissioned the artwork by street artist Solus spoke to Ciara this morning with her reaction to the ruling by An Bord Pleanala.
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has suggested mandatory mask-wearing could be reintroduced on public transport and in shops as Ireland grapples with a summer wave of Covid-19. Liam Fanning, Professor of Immunovirology at UCC spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with more on this.
Temperatures could reach a high of 25 degrees today, as Ireland enjoys it’s hottest day of the year so far.
Joanna Donnelly is a Meteorologist with Met Eireann spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
Sir Paul McCartney will celebrate his eightieth birthday tomorrow. The former Beatle kicks off the next decade of his remarkable life by headlining Glastonbury next week and to look back at the Legendary musician’s legacy so far is Newstalk’s own Tom Dunne.
The World Health Organization today released its largest review of world mental health since the turn of the century. It provides a blueprint for governments, academics, health professionals, civil society, and others with an ambition to support the world in transforming mental health.
How can Ireland improve when it comes to mental healthcare? We discuss with Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin and Author of In Search of Madness joins me now.
Campaigners and opposition politicians have urged people to take to the streets tomorrow in rallies protesting about the cost of living crisis. Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald criticized the Government for failing to commit to further support measures before October’s Budget, while Tánaiste Leo Varadkar yesterday said they are not ruling it out.
Is the Government doing enough to tackle soaring costs? Minister of State with responsibility for Local Government and Planning, Peter Burke & Sinn Fein’s spokesperson for Rural development, Claire Kerrane spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning
Ireland should consider reducing the minimum legal drinking age to sixteen. That’s the view of Cork City Councillor Shane O’Callaghan who believes fresh thinking is needed to tackle binge drinking and improve our national relationship with alcohol. Shane spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
An elephant named Happy will have to remain at the Bronx Zoo after New York’s highest court ruled against an animal rights group that said she deserved the same rights as humans and should be freed.
The case brings about the question of whether zoos are a force for good or evil in the world. To debate Newstalk Breakfast spoke to John Carmody, Animal Rights Campaigner and Commentator, and Gerry Creighton, Global Elephant Care Consultant.
Demonstrations will take place across the country tomorrow in protest at the cost of living. Rallies are planned for Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway and Sligo.
One of those speaking at the rallies will be SIPTU Deputy General Secretary, Gerry McCormack who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning ahead of the protests on Saturday.
Every music fan has dreamed of playing to a crowd of screaming fans with their favourite band but for one Irish music student this week, that dream became a reality.
Twenty-year-old Sam Connolly from Monkstown in Dublin was brought on stage to play drums with The Killers at Malahide Castle on Tuesday and he told Ciara about his amazing experience.
Irish tourists could be in for chaos as Ryanair staff to strike in Spain, Portugal and Italy are to strike at the end of this month.
Ryanair’s Director of Marketing Dara Brady spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Oireachtas Media and Culture Committee have asked RTE bosses to appear before them after Dublin Pride severed ties with the state's broadcaster over what it describes as “anti-trans” discussions on Joe Duffy’s Liveline programme.
Was this the right decision for TDs and Senators to make, or does it spell danger for free speech in Ireland? To debate Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Stella O’Malley, Psychotherapist and Author and Annie Hoey, Labour Senator.
Energy poverty is now at its highest recorded rate - that’s according to a new report from the ESRI. Joining Newstalk Breakfast this morning for more on this was Lisa Ryan, Professor in Energy Economics at UCD School of Economics and UCD Energy Institute and Pippa Hackett,, Minister of State of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.
Restoring native predator mammal populations, including reintroducing the lynx to Europe and even Ireland, could help to keep in check the most problematic invasive species around the world, according to a study led by Queen’s University Belfast and Cornell University in the US.
Wildlife expert and author Eanna Ní Lamhna spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
Ministers at the Cabinet subcommittee on Ukraine this week discussed plans to build hundreds of modular homes to house Ukrainian refugees. To discuss modular housing and whether or not it could be a solution to the housing crisis, Ciara spoke to Financial Adviser and Analyst, Karl Deeter.
Energy poverty is now at its highest recorded rate that’s according to a new report from the ESRI. Joining Shane was one of the authors of the report, Dr. Barra Roantree.
The average waiting time for patients accessing emergency departments last month was over 11 hours, according to new figures. Mercy University Hospital in Cork was the highest in the country, with an average wait time of nearly 22 hours.
So why do waiting times remain so stubbornly high? Priscilla Lynch is Clinical Editor with the Medical Independent spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
Whale watching, hot tub tours and kayaking by moonlight these are just some of theoutdoor activities available to staycationers this summer
A cross-party group of Ukrainian MPs have praised Ireland’s response to the war in Ukraine and urged the Government to support their effort to join the European Union in an address to the Seanad yesterday
MP Lesia Vaslyenko spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins has stated that the housing crisis the country has been battling, is no longer a crisis, ‘it’s a disaster.’
Speaking at a visit at the Jigginstown Manor yesterday, the President expressed his rage at the ongoing crisis. Has the president overstepped the mark with these comments?
Senator, Former Tanaiste and Minister For Justice, Michael McDowell gave his reaction to the President's speech.
Two EU committees have objected to a contentious proposal to label gas and nuclear power as sustainable sources of energy. The proposal divided Irish MEPs with Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fáil MEP voting in favour and Green MEP Grace O’Sullivan voting against who both joined us on the show.
Now BBQs and garden parties could be on the cards this Friday as temperatures are set to hit 26 degrees. But did you ever wonder what goes into forecasting the weather, something we are guilty of complaining about. We sent our reporter Josh Crosbie out to Met Éireann Headquarters to find out exactly that.
Cannabis users are being warned that some products they are buying are being sprayed with toxic synthetic versions of the drug, posing greater health risks. So warned the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction yesterday. Michael Guerin is a Senior Addiction Therapist at Charity Organisation Cuan
Mhuire who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The Government announced plans yesterday to replace the current minimum wage of €10.50 per hour with a new 'living wage', to be phased in over four years from 2023. But does the Governments living wage place go far enough? To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Dr Laura Bambrick, Head of Social Policy and Employment Affairs at the Irish Congress of Trade Unions.
The HSE has announced that the emergency department will close at Our Lady's Hospital in Navan. It will be replaced by a GP referred 24-hour medical assessment unit and an injury unit. The intensive care unit will also close under the plan.
Dr. Colm Henry Chief Clinical Officer, Health Service Executive spoke to Shane on the show.
Department of housing, local government and heritage officials will appeal before the Oireachtas Climate Committee today to discuss biodiversity. Rewilding is a strategy used to promote biodiversity by reintroducing plant and animal species that have been driven out, largely due to humans. Is it time the government allowed all empty public spaces in Ireland to be rewilded?
Padraic Fogarty, Campaign Officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust spoke with Ciara on the show.
It will now cost €750 more this year to fuel a petrol car than the annual fuel cost last year, according to the latest survey from AA Ireland. Earlier this week, junior minister Robert Troy said that he traveled on free public transport in Luxembourg, adding that Ireland should move towards making public transport free. Would this actually work?
Brian Caulfield Associate Professor School of Engineering at Trinity College Dublin joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
British ministers would be empowered to override the Northern Ireland protocol almost in its entirety under legislation introduced at Westminster yesterday evening. Ciara spoke to Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney late last night and started by asking him about his reaction to this move by Westminster.
Instead of pumping money into daycare, the government should give vouchers directly to parents which could be put towards the cost of crèches or make it easier for one of them to stay at home with the children.
That’s the view of David Quinn, Columnist with the Sunday Times and Director of the Iona Institute and he spoke to Shane this morning.
Ryanair cabin staff in Spain have announced six dates for strike action. How will it impact Irish holidaymakers? Joan Scales is Editor of Travel2Ireland and Travel Times joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
New figures show that over 20 tenants in one local authority area owe more than €20,000 each in rent arrears. Tenants are now set to face the courts as new figures show that total rent arrears owed to South Dublin County Council (SDCC) add up to over €9.16m. Fine Gael Cllr David McManus joined Ciara on the show.
Irresponsible and reckless – that's how business bodies have described the move by the British Government to publish a bill to change the Northern Ireland protocol. John McGrane is Director General of the British Irish Chamber of Commerce and he spoke to Shane on the show.
There has been a significant fall in the number of recorded litter black spots across the country, although used coffee cups are causing a huge problem. That’s according to the latest survey from Irish Business Against Litter. Conor Horgan is spokesperson for Irish Business against Litter spoke to Ciara Doherty this morning.
Amazon has launched a new service for customers looking to buy shoes online in the US, using Augmented Reality. Is this tech the future of shopping and just how user-friendly is it? Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Hundreds of expectant parents are to be given ‘baby bundles’ with practical items to help them with their newborn children under a new Government pilot scheme. Minister for Children, Roderic O’Gorman joined Ciara Doherty on the show.
Controversial legislation overriding parts of the Northern Ireland Protocol is to be published by the UK government today. Sammy Wilson, DUP Brexit Spokesperson joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
People over 40 should be cautious about giving advice to the young. That’s the view of Conor Skehan, Sunday Independent Columnist who says most over 40s know less of “this new and different world than they realise" and he spoke to Ciara Doherty on the show.
Weddings, engagement parties, hens, and stags – there are many opportunities to celebrate when two people decide to put a ring on it. But are these the occasions in life we should be recognising? Or as Writer and Podcast Host, Sophie White says, are we celebrating all the wrong things?
What is needed to decrease poverty in Ireland? Increasing women in the workforce and more benefits for children. That’s according to the ESRI and their Senior Research Officer, Bertrand Maître who spoke to Shane on the show.
Controversial legislation overriding parts of the Northern Ireland Protocol is to be published by the UK government today. Former Special advisor to James Brokenshire, TalkRadio Presenter & Political Editor, Peter Cardwell joined Ciara Doherty on the show.
A free naked beach yoga event is taking place on White Rock Beach in Dalkey this weekend. It’s hosted by The Irish Naturist Association, an organisation that regularly hosts social nudity activities in Ireland and its spokesperson Stephen Bolton joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Sinn Fein’s only MEP Chris MacManus has defended his decision to vote against a motion calling for Ukraine to be granted candidate status to join the EU, saying the overall text was about the EU “becoming a geopolitical military bloc”. Billy Kelleher, Fianna Fáil MEP spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
A new Government report reveals that ONLY 59% OF climate measures that were due to be completed between January and March were delivered on time. The Department of the Environment reported the worst completion rate of any department. Sadbh O’Neill, Stop Climate Chaos Policy Coordinator spoke to Shane this morning.
State agencies are ‘dragging their feet in transferring land to Land Development Agency for housing. Reports today suggest that Cabinet ministers have raised serious concerns about the lack of urgency by the HSE, ESB, and CIE in giving land to the LDA which can be used to develop new housing. Tom Philips is Managing Director of Tom Philips Associate and Adjunct Associate Professor of Architecture and Planning at UCD and he joined Ciara Doherty on the show.
Despite what the documentaries tell you, a vegan lifestyle isn't better for your health and it won't save the planet either. That’s the view of Jayne Buxton Author of ‘The Great Planet Based Con’ who joined Kieran on the Hard Shoulder yesterday. Sandra Higgins is the Director of Go Vegan World and she joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
There are over twenty vacant premises on two of Ireland's busiest shopping streets - Grafton Street and Henry Street in Dublin City Centre. But what needs to be done to revive these streets? Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte has been finding out...
Supporting Ukraine has become a sacred cause among western powers that makes escalation of the war beyond Ukraine more likely and resolution more difficult. That was the view of Gerard Toal Professor of Government and International Affairs at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University who joined us on yesterday’s show. Dr. Shane O’Rourke - Senior Lecturer in Modern Russian History in the University of York however disagrees with Gerard and believes that this would not appease Vladamir Putin and that his war would continue. Dr. Shane O’Rourke joined Ciara Doherty on the show this morning.
The European Central Bank has said it will raise its key interest rates for the first time in over a decade at its July 21 meeting.. The announcement comes as Ireland records the largest annual increase in the consumer price index since 1984, with costs rising by an average of 7.8%. Oana Peia, Assistant Professor at the School of Economics, University College Dublin spoke to Shane.
Trinity College Dublin has climbed into the world’s top 100 universities – that’s according to the latest QS global rankings published this week. Ireland's top college is up three positions to 98th, breaking a five-year run outside the top 100. Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris spoke to Ciara Doherty
Potential violence could return to Northern Ireland this summer if there is no progress on the protocol in the coming weeks, so says Ulster Unionist Party leader Doug Beattie who joined Shane on Newstalk Breakfast.
Ireland would not need to hold a referendum to join Nato – that's according to the Taoiseach who was addressing the European Parliament yesterday. One person who has taken issue with this is People Before Profit’s Richard Boyd Barrett who joined Ciara Doherty on the show along with Senator Tom Clonan retired army officer, and Security Analyst.
It’s time to take back the streets for Irish children. That’s the view of Aaron Copeland, Creative Director of A Playful City who wants “play streets” to become commonplace here as they are in many cities worldwide and he joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Supporting Ukraine has become a sacred cause among western powers. This is perfectly understandable but it creates a dynamic that makes escalation of the war beyond Ukraine more likely and resolution more difficult. That is the view of Gerard Toal Professor of Government and International Affairs at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and he joined Shane on the show.
Five Fine Gael MEPs are calling for all cars and vans to be fully electric in the EU by 2035. One such MEP is Deirdre Clune and she spoke to Ciara Doherty on the show.
Clutter is a psychological issue. That’s the view of Helen Sanderson, psychotherapist, professional organiser and author of The Secret Life Of Clutter who says “how we deal with the physical stuff crowding our homes is often rooted in something deeply psychological”.
Workers to be offered three free days at rural remote-working hubs. That’s part of a new scheme aimed at encouraging more use of the hundreds of remote-working centres around the country set up in the wake of the pandemic. How will it work and how might it benefit you? Caroline Reidy is a Human Resources Expert from the HR Suite and joined us on Newstalk Breakfast with the details.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has compounded damage from the pandemic and raised the risk of 1970s-style stagflation, that’s according to a warning from the World Bank. John Fitzgerald Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin joined Shane on the show.
The UK government will introduce a bill that will allow future ministers to fundamentally override the Northern Ireland Protocol. Fianna Fail MEP Barry Andrews joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Parts of Cork City have become no-go areas after a street brawl spilled over into traffic on Cork’s main shopping street, that’s the view of Independent Cllr Ken O’Flynn who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
Treatment for cocaine use among young people in Ireland has increased by 171% between 2011 and 2019, that’s according to new research by the Health Research Board this morning. Anne Doyle, lead author of the report talked us through the main findings of the report and Ciara spoke to Dr. Garrett McGovern who is a GP specialising in addiction medicine and Medical Director of the Priority Medical Clinic in Dundrum.
It’s a nervous morning in thousands of households across the country as the Leaving Cert gets underway. First up is English paper 1 and to get some advice Sahne was joined on the show by Aoife O'Driscoll - English teacher in Cork CBC, textbook author and webinar deliverer at Tralee ED center.
Thousands of students around the country will begin their leaving cert tomorrow morning. Gemma Lawlor is a Guidance Counsellor at Tyndall College Carlow and joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The tanned bodies, perfect teeth and toned torsos , yes- none other than Love Island was back on our screens last night! Orlaith Condon, journalist and Host of My Pod on Paper joined us to recap on last night's episode.
People will be ordered to work from home in the event of a major fuel crisis sparked by the war in Ukraine, under secret Government emergency plans. According to the Irish Independent - an emergency planning exercise was held 10 days ago between all the major state agencies and the Government. Danny McCoy CEO of IBEC joined us on Newstalk Breakfast to discuss.
Boris Johnson has narrowly survived a vote of confidence among Tory MPs - but suffered a rebellion bigger than Theresa May. 211 MPs voted for the prime minister, compared to 148 votes against - a majority of 63. Matthew Parris, Columnist with The Times and former Conservative MP joined Shane on the show.
When your teenager shares they are in a romantic relationship it’s natural to feel a mixture of emotions. Depending on whether you have met their partner before you might share their happiness or bond with them over sharing your own memories of first love. But how to tell if something is not quite right with your teenager’s relationship and what should you do? Cathy Press, author of When Love Bites: A young person’s guide to escaping harmful, toxic and hurtful relationships spoke to Ciara on the show.
“We need someone directly responsible for the management of hospital waiting lists” - that’s the view of the Director of the Irish Patients Association, Stephen McMahon who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast. Figures revealed that one-quarter of the State’s population are on some form of waiting list for health services
Seven people have died in a series of horror crashes across the June bank holiday weekend in the worst weekend on Irish roads this year. As of yesterday, over 110 people had been arrested for driving under the influence of drink or drugs across the country over the bank holiday weekend. Liz O’Donnell is chairperson of the Road safety authority and spoke to Shane this morning.
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson last night won a confidence vote on his leadership. Philip Webster, former political editor of the Times joined Ciara on the show.
Love Island is back on our screens again on Monday with a new line up. Journalist and host of the podcast, My Pod on Paper, Orlaith Condon joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
The Government has been warned its housing retrofitting scheme faces failure as owners of the most inefficient homes are unable to afford the spiraling building costs.That's according to a new report on the scheme from Friends of the Earth. Clare O’Connor is energy policy officer at Friends of the Earth and the author of the report and explains what they found
Bruce Springsteen fans can save €200 by traveling to see him perform in Rome instead of staying in Dublin for one of the US rocker’s gigs at the RDS next summer. That’s according to Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin spokesman on Finance, who raised the issue in the Dáil yesterday and he spoke to Shane this morning.
Coming back to the story of the week which has been the chaos at Dublin Airport. The DAA has plans in place this morning to make sure the crowds of passengers move smoothly and efficiently. Newstalk Reporter Michael Dooley joined us live on the ground and Ciara also spoke to Graeme McQueen, the DAA's Media Relations Manager.
Teachers are afraid to speak out about religion in schools for fear of losing their jobs, being ostracised or being passed over for promotion. That’s the view of Aoife Cassidy, a qualified solicitor and full-time mother of four who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
According to new CSO statistics show first-time mothers in Ireland are having babies later in life. Chair of the Institute of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and Former Master of the Rotunda Hospital, Professor Sam Coulter-Smith joined Ciara on the show.
Today marks the 100th day of Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine, which set off the worst conflict in Europe in decades.
Sergei Orlov Deputy Mayor Of Mariupol spoke to Ciara on the show.
The DAA this week revealed their plan to try and ensure there will be no repeat of last Sunday, when around 1,400 people missed their flights during long queues. As we head into a bank holiday weekend, what is the situation like on the ground now? Newstalk’s Michael Dooley was live from Dublin Airport and Shane was joined by Ulick McEvaddy, Aviation entrepreneur and Businessman.
A woman who was almost killed in a hit and run six years ago is set to run the Cork city marathon this weekend.
But Olivia Keating won’t be doing it alone Jason van der Velde, the emergency doctor who helped save Olivia’s life will be joining her. Olivia spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about her run this weekend.
Actor Johnny Depp has won his multi-million-dollar defamation case against ex-wife, Amber Heard. For more reaction to the verdict Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Paul Tweed Media Lawyer who specialises in defamation.
Today’s sex culture is destructive, divorcing love from commitment, prompting promiscuity and violent porn – that's according to author Louise Perry, who has published a book called The Case Against the Sexual Revolution.
So, have women been harmed by the sexual revolution? Author and columnist for London’s New Statesman Louise Perry spoke to Ciara this morning with her view on this.
A large cohort of young adults don’t have the necessary skills to be able to cook a meal for themselves.
That’s the view of Ross Keogh, Co-owner of Keogh’s Crips and Keogh’s Farm in North Dublin, who says that home economics should be a mandatory subject in schools so that children can learn the basic life skill. Ross spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Yesterday’s EPA report highlighted the huge steps we still have to take if we are to meet our climate obligations, and at the same time, SUV sales are going through the roof. So is it time we take steps to get the heavy, fuel-hungry cars off our roads entirely?
Joining Shane for more on this was Hannah Daly, Professor at the School of Engineering at the University College Cork.
Actor Johnny Depp wins multi-million-dollar defamation case against ex-wife, Amber Heard. Harriet Alexander, New York based reporter spoke to Ciara with reaction to this court case outcome.
The latest CSO statistics show that there has been a huge surge in people wanting to get out hillwalking and hiking since the pandemic.
Where are the best places to hike in Ireland? Heather Snelgar, Co-editor of Outside.ie spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to explain why are we seeing such an interest in people getting out walking the hills and dales?
Spending too little time on social media can have a negative effect on the mental health of teenagers – that’s according to a new study by sociologists at Trinity College Dublin.
To discuss these findings Shane spoke to Richard Layte, a professor of sociology at Trinity and a co-author of the paper.
The latest Russian oil and gas sanctions will likely see further price hikes in fuel and home heating. Muireann Lynch, an Energy Economist joins Shane on the show this morning with more on this.
Airport officials will appear before the Oireachtas transport committee again today to release their plans of dealing with the influx of people this forthcoming bank holiday.
Kieran O'Donnell, Fine Gael TD & Chairperson of that Committee meeting spoke to Ciara this morning and also joining Ciara was Pat Byrne, Founder, and Chair of Cityjet.
A new electoral commission could examine lowering the voting age as part of amendments submitted by politicians to the landmark new Electoral Reform Bill.
So is now the time to give 16 and 17-year-olds the vote?
Joining Shane to discuss this was Malcolm Byrne, Fianna Fáil Senator and Noel Howard, Spokesperson for Social Care Ireland.
Violent incidents at Dublin Airport, and elsewhere on public transport, show the need for a dedicated transport police unit in the gardaí.
That’s according to James Lawless, Dáil justice Committee Chairman who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Good Governance Awards 2022 are being launched today, and Newstalk is a media partner Each year the Awards showcase the incredible work carried out by nonprofit organisations in Ireland to implement effective and transparent corporate governance policies.
Diarmaid Ó Corrbuí CEO of Carmichael who is launching the awards spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
We need urgent implementation of climate plans and policies to tackle greenhouse gas emissions. That’s according to the recent report released by Environmental Protection Agency.
What should be done to meet the emission reduction targets? Mary Frances Rochford, Climate Change Programme Manager at the Environmental Protection Agency, spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
The Drug Use in Higher Education in Ireland (DUHEI) Report found that the most used drugs during college include cannabis, cocaine, and ecstasy, a high-level conference in UCC heard today.
To discuss these finders further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Dr Michael Byrne, Head of the Student Health Service at UCC and lead author of the report.
Paralympic swimming gold medallist, Ellen Keane and Olympic gold boxing medallist Kellie Harrington have been unveiled as the new Dublin City Council Sports Ambassadors.
The partnership aims to promote the benefits of sport and physical activity in Dublin, while highlighting the importance of a wide and varied sporting infrastructure for a healthy and happy city. Kellie Harrington spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about this new initative.
The Irish Human Rights and Equality have called on the Gardaí to note ethnicity during stop and search operations. Why is this necessary?
For more on this Ciara spoke to Sinead Gibney, Chief Commissioner of the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission.
The Wage Subsidy Scheme will end today after offering two years of support to employers. Joining Shane in studio Paschal Donohoe Minister for Finance & President of the Eurogroup.
A war of words has broken out in the US over the proposed sale of the American Irish Historical Society's headquarters on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan New York – and opened up a conversation about whether Irish people are "ashamed" and "cringe" at Irish Americans
To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Niall O'Dowd Founder of Irish Central.com
Irish tanning-enthusiasts are being warned not to buy nasal sprays containing the so-called ‘’Barbie Drug’’ Melanotan. The product heavily marketed by social media influencers is being sold on the internet with same-day delivery options in Ireland. Dermatologists say the tanning aid is both dangerous and completely unchecked.
Consultant Dermatologist Professor Catriona Ryan spoke to Shane about the dangers of this training aid.
The Government cannot fully offset the cost-of-living increases for everyone. That’s the warning coming from the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council.
IFAC’s latest report is out today and their Chairperson Sebastian Barnes joined Newstalk Breakfast with the details.
1,000 people missed their flights out of Dublin airport this weekend due to significant queues and delays. Will the chaos at Dublin airport cause reputational damage to the country? To discuss Ciara spoke to Former Minister for Transport, Shane Ross and also Eoghan O’Mara the Chief Executive at Irish Tourism Industry Confederation.
Digital bank Revolut is prompting some customers to upgrade their debit cards for free before June 21st. Failure to do so could lead to the cards not working.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly joined us this morning with more on this.
The government is set to introduce a cost-of-living package that is targeted at hard-pressed families. But will the proposed package go far enough to help those in need?
Dr Karina Doorly, Research Area Coordinator for the Tax, Welfare, and Pensions team at the ESRI joined Shane on the show this morning.
An urgent meeting between the Transport minister Eamon Ryan and Dublin Airport Authority will be held this morning following huge delays and long queues at the weekend which resulted in many passengers missing Graeme McQueen, Media Relations Manager with the DAA ing their flights.
The gambling industry is to fight parts of Government legislation in an attempt to clamp down on the industry. It comes as one senator wants to see a ban against bookmakers located near schools over concerns of “children in uniforms going into bookies”.
Labour Senator Marie Sherlock spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about her concerns.
Gardaí have warned that children in Ireland are being sexually exploited online every day because of a three-year backlog in cyber-crime investigations.
Damien McCarthy, a member of the GRA’s national executive for Dublin South Central, joined Ciara on Newstalk Breakfast to explain more on this.
Families spent on average €160 on treat foods like crisps, chocolate, and biscuits during April 2022 that’s according to new research carried out by safe food and the HSE.
This morning, Colman Noctor, Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, joined Ciara to discuss these findings.
The first case of Monkeypox was confirmed in Ireland on Friday. But just how much do we know about this virus which is much milder and less transmissible than Covid.
Professor Sam McConkey, Infectious Disease Specialist at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
As inflation and the cost of living continues to rise. Is the government doing enough to protect Irish people from this crisis? To discuss this furthe Pearse Doherty, Sinn Feín’s Spokesman on Finance spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
People over 75 are waiting on average almost 14 hours for emergency department admission. That’s according to figures released by the HSE to Sinn Féin.
Paul Reid is the CEO of the HSE spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to respond to these emergency departments waiting time figures.
Recent studies show that adolescent depression has reached epidemic proportions in modern society. Is our society’s obsession with mental health making it a trend?
Richard Hogan, Clinical Director of Therapy Institute and Columnist with The Irish Examiner joined Shane to discuss further.
Fine Gael Councillor, Danny Byrne has called for The Irish Hotels Federation to appear before an Oireachtas Committee to explain the massively inflated prices for hotel rooms in Dublin and he spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
National Rifle Association – a powerful American gun lobbying group will hold its national conference in Texas today, just days after the deadliest mass school shooting in Texas history. What can we expect from the meeting? Nora Mishanec, Houston Chronicle Reporter spoke to Ciara to explain what the view is on the ground about the NRA conference.
The government announced an emergency response to the need for special education centres for vulnerable children yesterday. Many stakeholders have expressed concerns about the proposed framework. Adam Harris CEO of AsIAm joined Shane on the show this morning.
Irish entrepreneur Colm Lyon CEO, Fire Financial Services spoke to Gavin this morning to discuss how his fintech business hopes to win customers from the departure of two of the main banks.
As Dell Technologies reports very strong results, the Managing Director of its Irish business Jason Ward joined Gavin on the show this morning to discuss how the company is faring here, plus outline how Irish firms can improve their resilience to cyber attacks.
Deputy Business Editor Gavin McLouglin takes a look through today's business pages and latest market developments with Aidan Donnelly from Davy.
It has been quite a significant week for the city. An agreement has been reached by Cork City Council to buy the Port of Cork’s city-centre quays in what looks set to be one of the largest docklands regeneration schemes in Europe.
Colm Kelleher, Lord Mayor of Cork join Ciara on the show with more details of the regeneration of the docklands.
Government policy published yesterday seeks to create better pathways between further education and higher education.
Simon Harris, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science of Ireland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to discuss the policy.
An official inquiry into alleged gatherings at Downing Street and Whitehall during Covid-19 restrictions has said the "senior leadership" in Boris Johnson's government must "bear responsibility" for the culture which led to coronavirus lockdown rules being broken.
The report by Sue Gray said the public would be "dismayed" by a series of breaches of coronavirus rules in No 10 and Westminster. For more on this Shane spoke to
Adam Boulton, Political Commentator, Former Sky News Political Editor, and Contributor to Talk TV.
A Kerry mother, who has two weeks left to find a new home, says she has “no options” left due to the number of homes being used as short-term or holiday rentals.
Lisa O’Shea spoke to Ciara about her situation to find a home.
Despite having access to grants for the past three years, local authorities have failed to install a single electric vehicle charger in a public place. So says Richard Bruton, Chairperson of the Fine Gael Parliamentary Party.
Shane O’Donohue, Editor with completecar.ie joined Shane this morning to discuss.
According to the latest ESRI report, more than half of renting households receive support for housing costs. The number of households accessing support schemes is now at 1 in 3, compared with 1 in 5 in the 90s.
Fore more on these findings we hear the latest from Dr. Barra Roantree, Economist at the Economic and Social Research Institute.
Debate is raging across the American political classes on if the US needs stricter gun controls in the wake of the killing of 19 children and two teachers at a Texas elementary school.
Bob Mulholland Democratic Party Strategist based in California spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
Nearly half of the Irish public does not trust the Government to be honest or to tell the truth. That’s according to a new study carried out by UCD. John McGuirk is the Editor of Gript Media and he looked into the findings with Ciara.
We are too modest about money and politeness is keeping us poor.That’s the view of US multi-millionaire Derek Moneyberg.
But can the same be said for us here in Ireland? To discuss further Shane spoke to Caroline Reidy is the Managing Director of HR Suites.
The threat of a European-wide recession has been the key theme at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Speaking at Davos yesterday Tanaiste Leo Varadkar said a slowdown was likely but not a recession. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to John Fitzgerald Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin.
19 children and two adults have died after a gunman opened fire at a primary school in West Texas. Police shot 18-year-old gunman Salvador Ramos after he opened fire at Robb elementary school in the city of Uvalde.
Larry Donnelly Columnist with theJournal.ie and Law Lecturer in NUIG spoke Shane on the show this morning.
Gardaí may soon have the right to use facial recognition technology to tackle serious crimes. Justice Minister Helen McEntee plans to bring the legislation before the cabinet, but would such policing technology make Irish citizens more safe, or less? To discuss further Shane spoke to Pat Marry, Former Detective Inspector and Senior Investigating Officer, and author of “The Making of a Detective” and also Elizabeth Farries, Assistant Professor of Digital Policy at UCD join us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
The Seanad will today debate a Labour Bill aimed at ensuring interns are entitled to the minimum wage and speaking to Ciara with more on this was Labour Party Spokesperson for Employment Affairs, Marie Sherlock
A record 4,004 complaints have been made to the ombudsman about services provided by government departments, local authorities and the HSE.
The complaints saw a 17% increase in 2020 which is the highest ever in its 38-year history. Recently appointed Ombudsman Ger Deering spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on these findings.
Nineteen young children and two adults have died in a shooting at a primary school in south Texas. Donna Provencher from the San Antonio Business Journal spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this story from Texas.
Young Ukrainian refugees are sweeping the board at Irish Chess tournaments. Nine-year-old chess prodigy Dariy (Darrie) Kelbas and his mum Svitlana are one of the 30,000 Ukrainains escaping war to Ireland. Chess is something that reminds them of home. Henry McKean met Grandmaster Alexander Banurin living in Ireland over 30 years. Who is heading to the Olympiad 2022 in India (The Olympics of Chess), representing Ireland. Henry sent us this report.
Has your local park gone to the dogs... literally? Journalist Mary McCarthy’s has a column in the Independent today. She wrote that her local park is full of dogs roaming off the lead, dog poo not being picked up, rugby ball’s being stolen by pups and the complete lack of enforcement by any wardens. Mary spoke to Shane this morning.
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Ireland could be set to introduce tobacco-style health warnings on car adverts under new proposals being unveiled in the Dail today. John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist, and Commentator joined Shane with more on this.
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€77,000 – that is the median total a couple had to buy their first home last year.
The figures released by the Banking & Payments Federation represent an increase of 6 thousand euro since 2019. Brendan Burgess Founder of the consumer forum Ask about money.com joined Shane on the show this morning.
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Sat navs are sending drivers down unsuitable routes in rural areas and causing disruption to local life. So says Fianna Fáil councillor and Member of Kerry County Council, Breandán Fitzgerald who spoke to Shane on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The Johnny Depp versus Amber Heard trial has entered its final week. The court will decide whether or not Heard is a liar - but the idea that the actress is a manipulator, a fantasist, and an abuser herself has caught fire across social media, and some more traditional outlets
Martha Gill, the Political Journalist who writes for the New Statesman and Times of London says #MeToo is over if we don’t listen to ‘imperfect victims’ like Amber Heard. Martha spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Holiday abroad, but don’t get weight loss surgery there. That’s the warning from medics who say they are encountering catastrophic and life-threatening complications in patients who’ve had bariatric surgery in Turkey.
For more on this Shane was joined on the show this morning by Helen Heneghan a Consultant Bariatric Surgeon and Professor of Surgery at St Vincent’s Hospital.
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The Garda Representative Association Conference annual delegate conference kicks off today with motions for bodycams and no solo patrols.
Brendan O'Connor, Current Vice President and President-Elect of the GRA joined Shane this morning on the show.
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Young Ukrainian refugees are sweeping the board at Irish Chess tournaments. Nine year old chess prodigy Dariy Kelbas and his mum Svitlana are one of the 30,000 Ukrainains escaping war to Ireland. Chess is something that reminds them of home. Henry McKean met Grandmaster Alexander Banurin living in Ireland over 30 years. Who is heading to the Olympiad 2022 in India (The Olympics of Chess), representing Ireland. Henry sent us this report. With Irish Chess Union's Chairperson Desmond Beatty. If you want to introduce chess into your school, check out icu.ie for helpful tips and tournaments.
Forget about chip and pin, or even tapping to pay, a simple smile is all you need thanks to new biometric technology. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us this morning with all the details.
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Are we heading towards a society in which debate is dying and contentious opinions are being suppressed? That’s what Special Correspondent with the Irish Examiner, Mick Clifford questioned in his column over the weekend and he spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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Fold Ireland and Minister Darragh O Brien will open Ireland’s largest purpose-built scheme for older persons in Crumlin today. St Agnes consists of 103 units designed to allow older people to live independently. Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien joined Shane on the show this morning.
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The first cases of a new Covid-19 variant of concern have been detected in the Republic. Chief medical officer Dr Tony Holohan said Two cases of BA.4, a sublineage of the currently dominant Omicron were detected earlier this month For more on this Ciara spoke to Professor of Experimental Immunology at Trinity College Dublin, Kingston Mills.
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11 out 23 beds at the Linn Dara Unit for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services in Dublin have been required to close due to what the HSE has described as staff shortages.
The General Secretary of the Psychiatric Nurses Association, Peter Hughes has written to Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly calling on him to intervene on the matter and Peter joined Shane on the show this morning.
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There are currently around 150,000 people on social welfare across the country and, with the hospitality sector on its knees due to staff shortages, is it time we start looking at the unemployment benefits in Ireland?
To discuss Ciara spoke to Adrian Cummins Chief Executive of the Restaurants Association of Ireland and People Before Profit TD for Dublin southwest Paul Murphy.
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Comedian David McSavage has returned from his “Special Comedy Operation” tour in Ukraine where he wielded his comedy skills to cheer people up in the embattled nation. David spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about his tour in Ukraine.
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A new report released this week claims government measures to control rents have backfired and, in many cases, have led to an increase in rents. Is the housing market worse for rent controls? To discuss the report findings further Shane was joined on the show this morning by Pat Davitt, CEO of the Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers, and Dr Rory Hearne, Lecturer in Social Policy at Maynooth University.
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Female teachers outnumber male teachers almost 3 to 1 in the Irish classroom. That’s according to figures obtained by Newstalk Breakfast from the Teaching Council of Ireland.
Why is there still such a lack of male educators and how can we attract more men into the profession? Ray Silke Former Galway Footballer and Secondary school teacher at Coláiste Iognáid spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
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Tanaiste Leo Varadkar yesterday said that the Government still has a majority in the Dáil and Seanad and that the Opposition can "rest assured" that there won’t be an election any time soon.
So what is the future of this Government now that two TDs have been sanctioned? To discuss Minister of State at the Department of Further and Higher Education, Niall Collins and Thomas Gould Sinn Féin TD spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Every year, Elber Twomey stages a special “Remorial” event to pay tribute to the family she lost to a driver suffering a mental health crisis.
She uses the weekend to promote road safety, raise money for local charities and, above all, honour the memories of the husband, son and unborn daughter she was robbed of. Elber spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with details on the "Remorial" event.
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On-street drinking is ruining Killarney’s image. That’s according to the Independent Councillor and former mayor of the town, Donal Grady who says he’s never gotten more complaints on an issue. Donal spoke to Ciara this morning on the show about the issue.
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“Just 1% of employees have the protection of a menstrual health policy in their workplace,” according to a survey published by Fórsa today. The National Secretary for Fórsa trade union, Ashley Connolly, spoke to Shane on the show this morning with more on the findings of this report.
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Elite Irish Adventurer James McManus is preparing for the final leg in his hopes of becoming the first ever person from Ireland to climb Mount Everest without using supplementary oxygen. James spoke to Shane ahead of his final leg.
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Do you have a communion coming up and are hoping to hire a bouncy castle to entertain the kids? You might want to think again as a shortage is leaving many party planning parents deflated
Arina Lewkowski who runs the family business Magic Bouncy Castle spoke to Aideen on the show this morning.
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Ireland could be allowed cap gas prices due to it’s isolated location. That’s the welcome news coming from the European Commission which is looking for ways to cut reliance on Russian fuel supplies and insulate consumers from soaring prices.
Lisa Ryan, Professor in Energy Economics at UCD School of Economics and UCD Energy Institute joined Aideen on the show this morning.
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The Green Party has suspended two TDs – Neasa Hourigan and Patrick Costello who voted in favour of a Sinn Féin motion which calls for the new National Maternity Hospital to be fully public and located on publicly owned land.
Senator Pippa Hackett, Minister of State of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Keith Duffy says he won’t go out in Dublin for fear of getting ‘a dig’. The “Boyslife” singer and bandmate Brian McFadden say they don’t do interviews or even gigs here because while they’re championed in the UK, the response they get at home is negative and begrudging.
So, is Keith right? Is Ireland a nation of begrudgers? For his take on this Ian O’Doherty, Columnist at the Irish Independent spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Myopia, better known as shortsightedness, is on the increase globally. Experts predict that half the world will be short-sighted by 2050.
So, is screentime the cause of this? Joining Aideen to discuss was Lynda McGivney-Nolan, Optometric Advisor at the Association of Optometrists Ireland.
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Irish tourists heading to Spain this week are being warned to prepare for “extreme” heat as “exceptionally high” temperatures take hold. What destinations are affected, and what should you do if you’ve booked a holiday during a heatwave? Eoghan Corry Editor of Air and Travel Magazine has some tips and advice.
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Yes, the group is staging a post-box protest outside the Dáil today to demand the government to do more to shield the public against spiraling price increases.
TD Bríd Smith is a member of People before Profit one of the parties involved in this movement spoke to Aideen on the show this morning.
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The UK government has announced plans to override the Northern Ireland protocol, despite warnings from Brussels that it will breach the UK’s international legal obligations and a plea from the Bank of England not to spark a damaging trade war with Europe.
Dominic Grieve Former UK Attorney General and Conservative MP spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has said she intends to introduce legislation in the coming weeks to "make changes" to the Northern Ireland Protocol.
Tánaiste Leo Varadkar joined us on Newstalk Breakfast with his reaction to these plans by the UK Government.
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The Dail will hear statements today on Ireland’s progress towards a Just Transition. Just transition refers to the need to move away from fossil fuels in order to meet its energy and emissions targets while also protecting and creating jobs.
Kieran Mulvey, Just Transition Commissioner spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with more on this.
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Ditch the ensuites to make student flats cheaper. That’s the view of the technological university chief and former provost of Trinity College Dublin, Dr Patrick Prendergast. Why has high spec student accommodation become the norm and would it help or harm the rental market to change that?
Tom Philips is Managing Director of Tom Philips Associates and Adjunct Associate Professor of Architecture and Planning at UCD and he spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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One in 10 people contacting Bodywhys for help is a man or the loved one of a man struggling with an eating disorder. To meet this growing male demand, a men-only support group is to be established next month by Bodywhys, the Eating Disorders Association of Ireland.
Stella O’Malley , Psychotherapist and Author spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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As Government approved plans for a €400 monthly payment for households accommodating refugees from Ukraine, a Co Clare TD is asking why we are ‘funneling refugees through Irish beauty spots’.
Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
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Outdoor dining looks set to stay as the cabinet is seeking approval to extend it for pubs and restaurants. Minister Helen McEntee is today seeking cabinet approval to extend outdoor seating areas for pubs and restaurants by 6 months as the hospitality industry enters the summer season.
Adrian Cummins, CEO of the Restaurants Association of Irelands spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said the Government will not be making any changes to the proposed deal on the new National Maternity Hospital which is expected to get Cabinet approval today
Tony O’Brien is Former Director General of the HSE and Columnist with the Business Post and he spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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Today marks the centenary of the handing over of Cathal Brugha Barracks from British to Irish Forces. As 100 years pass, are city barracks still fit for purpose or would the land be better suited to housing developments?
To discuss this Ciara was joined on the show this morning by Green Party TD and spokesperson for Housing, Francis Noel Duffy, and Independent Senator Gerard Craughwell.
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UK Foreign Secretary Liss Truss will today set out plans for legislation to rewrite the Northern Ireland Protocol.
Speaking to broadcasters during a visit to Northern Ireland yesterday Boris Johnson said the UK needs to "proceed with a legislative solution" to the protocol as an "insurance" in case a deal is not reached with Brussels. Peter Cardwell Former Special advisor to James Brokenshire, TalkRadio Presenter & Political Editor spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
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Since the pandemic we’ve seen hordes of young healthcare workers jumping on the next flight to Sydney or Vancouver for better pay and working conditions... but could introducing a four-day working week entice them to stay?
To discuss this option Dr Catherine Conlon, Senior Medical Officer in the Department of Public Health, St Finbarr’s Hospital Cork spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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The Technological Higher Education Association has joined in calls on Government to clarify when Leaving Certificate students will receive their results. Dr Joseph Ryan, CEO of The Technological Higher Education Association spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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More than 260 childcare providers are getting ready to close their doors next year. That’s according to new research from the Federation of Early Childhood Providers who say the government’s ‘core funding’ promise is not enough to keep many firms afloat. Chairperson of the group, Elaine Dunne spoke to Shane this morning to discuss these report findings.
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Apple is reportedly getting ready to ditch their stand-alone chargers and build in those used by Android devices. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with all the details.
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A rare and life-limiting mitochondrial disease affects just three people in Ireland. Two of them are Liz Dickson’s children. Lis spoke to Ciar about her children Tommy and Grace.
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The Government is planning to extend the current grant scheme for electric cars to e-scooters and e-bikes.
While it might mean good news for consumers, some stakeholders worry that the government is promoting further e-scooter use before legislation is in place to protect vulnerable pedestrians. Dr Frank Lyons is an Orthopedic surgeon at the Mater Hospital spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
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The Taoiseach has called for the British Government to engage professionally and sincerely with the European Commission in relation to resolving issues around the operation of the Northern Ireland Protocol.
Meanwhile British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is travelling to northern Ireland today for crisis talks. For more on this situation, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Our children's brains are being wired to gamble online. That’s the view of Richard Hogan, Clinical Director of Therapy Institute and Columnist with the Irish Examiner who says laws that would protect our children are too slow in the making. Richard spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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Plans to require restaurants to publish calorie counts on menus have been shelved by the government. The demand was one of the main promises of the National Obesity Strategy and joined Ciara to discuss is Helen Heneghan, Professor of Surgery and Consultant Bariatric Surgeon at St Vincent’s Hospital.
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The Labour Party agrees with the trade unions that workers must get pay increases that match inflation. With negotiations already underway in the private sector and due to begin this week in the public sector, unions are pushing for wage increases that keep pace with the recent surge in inflation.
Labour Party Leader Ivana Bacik spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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Hay fever sufferers in Ireland have been hit by a shortage of the antihistamine, Piriton. So if you are affected and suffer from streaming eyes, blocked nose and sneezing due to pollen, what are the alternatives out there for you?
Laura Dowling, the Pharmacist known as the Fabulous Pharmacist on Instagram spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with some advice.
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It looks like our Netflix and chill days won't be so chill soon, as the platform could be introducing ads before the end of the year. So, what does the move mean and how will it work? John Fardy, Presenter of Screentime on Newstalk spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
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Ageing men are the one group it’s OK to ridicule. That’s the view of Conservative MP and Times Columnist, Matthew Parris. Matthew told Newstalk Breakfast why he thinks this is the case?
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Vice President of the EU Commission, Maros Sefcovic has said British plans to scrap large parts of the post-Brexit deal on Northern Ireland are “simply unacceptable”. British Prime Minister Boris John is expected to give a speech as soon as Monday on the future of the protocol
Hilary Benn, Labour MP and former chair of the UK Parliament’s Brexit Select Committee and also Ben Lowry, Editor of The Belfast Newsletter joined Shane this morning with more on this.
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The EPA’s Bathing Water in Ireland report for 2021 is out today, 78% of Ireland’s bathing sites have excellent water quality. Director of the EPA’s Office of Evidence and Assessment, Dr Eimear Cotter joined Shane to chat about the findings of this report.
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Fine Gael Senator Regina Doherty says that a culture of toxic masculinity is stopping female students from taking up subjects that are usually the preserve of their male counterparts. Senator Doherty spoke to Newstalk Breakfast to explain what she means.
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National Biodiversity Week 2022 kicks off today and the Citizens’ Assembly will hold its first in-person meeting this weekend to discuss the importance of biodiversity in urban and rural areas, and how it's at risk. This morning on the show Ciara spoke to Malcolm Noonan, Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform.
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Drinks companies are getting “free alcohol advertisements” by providing partitions and awnings with their logos on them for pubs and restaurants offering outdoor dining, that’s according to Sinn Féin TD Eoin O’Broin.
So, is it something we should be cracking down on? To discuss further Shane spoke to Paula Leonard National Lead for Community Action on Alcohol.
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There is a treat for Gaeilgeoirí or fans of movies today An Cailín Ciúin lands in cinemas today. The film has been blazing a trial on the festival circuit and has been thrilling critics around the world Colm Bairéad is the writer and director of the movie and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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An Adidas campaign featuring dozens of sets of breasts to promote the diversity of its range of sports bras has been banned by the UK advertising watchdog for using explicit nudity and appearing where children could see the ads. Dr Mary McAuliffe Director of the Gender Studies Programme at UCD spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with reaction to this.
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Dustin the Turkey, fellow Derry Girl Dana and Ronan Keating, wishing Brooke Scullion best of luck in tonight’s second semi final. Ireland are 10th on the stage tonight with ‘That’s Rich’. Henry McKean is in Turin for us. Ukraine continues to gain momentum, Henry McKean reports.
Henry McKean reports live from Turin ahead of Irelands Eurovision performance 2022 and he tell us what the atmosphere is like there today.
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CAO points are expected to reach a record high this year, with many courses to be awarded on the basis of random selection. What does this mean for leaving cert students? For more on the Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Brian Mooney, Guidance Counsellor, Irish Times Columnist and Editor of Education Matters Yearbook.
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The Oireachtas Health Committee has written to the Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, requesting he delays any Cabinet decision on moving the National Maternity Hospital. This is to enable the St Vincent's Holding Group to attend a hearing.
The committee will address the matter again today and will hear from the former master of the National Maternity Hospital Dr. Peter Boylan. Ahead of this meeting, Dr Boylan spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The latest daft.ie report reveals an all-time low in the number homes available to rent nationwide. To discuss the findings of this report Ciara spoke to Economist at Trinity College Dublin and the author of the report, Ronan Lyons.
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Individuals with a dual diagnosis are facing significant barriers to accessing appropriate care, that’s according to new research published by Mental Health Reform. Their CEO Fiona Coyle, spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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Gardaí have officially launched a murder investigation into what one member of the force described as the “violent and traumatic” death of mother-of-two Lisa Thompson. For more on the Shane spoke to Irish Times Crime & Security Editor Conor Lally.
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Apple has announced it's discontinuing the iPod, 20 years after it was released Kate Brennan Harding Radio Presenter and DJ joined Newstalk Breakfast to look back on the iconic iPod.
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Cabinet has approved plans for Government to pay up to 70 per cent of builders’ inflation-related construction costs.
Minister for Public Expenditure Michael McGrath said the scheme was needed to mitigate the risk of “significant losses” and to protect projects already in construction.
Paul Sheridan, Director of Main Contracting with the Construction Industry Federation spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Health Minister Stephen Donnelly will appear before the Oireachtas health committee today to be questioned on the proposed National Maternity Hospital deal amid continued calls to ensure the new facility is built on public land.
Shane Higgins, Master of the National Maternity Hospital spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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For the first time, a person living in Ireland is more likely to be overweight or obese than a ‘normal’ weight, after the pandemic caused a surge in unhealthy eating, that’s according to recent stats from the World Health Organisation.
So, is it time to get tough on junk food? To discuss this further Ciara spoke to Gaye Godkin Nutritionist.
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There has been criticism online after an article about Michelle O’Neill had the headline “from pregnant schoolgirl to Northern Ireland’s next leader” - it was later amended but it’s stoked a conversation around the stigma attached to teenage pregnancies Is there still a stigma attached to teenage pregnancies?
Michelle McMullan, had a baby when she was a teenager joined Shane on the show this morning to discuss further.
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Last night Minister for Children Roderic O’Gorman made an apology on behalf of the Government to people affected by illegal birth registrations. But the apology has been criticised by adoption campaigners. Shane spoke to Susan Lohan, co-founder of the Adoption Rights Alliance to hear her reaction to the apology.
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Sports representatives will today appear before the Oireachtas Committee to discuss the abuse directed towards referees, officials and players. Mary O'Connor CEO Federation of Sport joined Ciara on the show this morning.
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It’s that nerve-wracking time of year again, everybody, as the Eurovision returns to our screens this week.
The first semi-final kicks off tonight and Adrian Kavanagh, Geography Lecturer at Maynooth University has crunched the numbers to find out which country will take the 2022 title.
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A new report from Drinks Ireland says that alcohol consumption in Ireland is at its lowest level in 20 years, down by about 30% since the peak of 2001. Have we finally changed our relationship with alcohol? To discuss this further Vincent spoke to Eunan McKinney, Head of Communications and Advocacy at Alcohol Action Ireland.
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DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has said that he will not lead the DUP back into powersharing until issues with the Northern Ireland Protocol are resolved. Sammy Wilson DUP Brexit Spokesperson spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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UN Human Rights Council will hold a special session on Thursday to examine the human rights abuse by Russian forces in Ukraine. Lesia Vasilenko, Ukrainian MP spoke to Vincent this morning on the show.
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Health Minister Stephen Donnelly will meet with Fine Gael politicians today to address concerns about plans for the National Maternity Hospital. Minister of State in the Department of Transport Hildegarde Naughton spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with more on this.
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Today marks 50 years of Ireland’s membership of the EU On May 10th, 1972, 83 percent of Irish people voted in favour of joining the then European Economic Community (EEC). For more on this Ciara spoke to Minister of State for European Affairs Thomas Byrne.
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Could Ireland’s first ever ‘Pop-up Pool’ be making its way to a location near you? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Minster of State for Sport and The Gaeltacht, Jack Chambers.
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This Saturday marks one year since the ransomware attack on the HSE, which highlighted the importance of cyber security. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joins us this morning with some tips for carrying out a personal cyber security audit.
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Today is Victory Day in Russia, which celebrates the Soviet Union’s defeat of Nazi Germany in World War 2. Many have speculated that Russian President Vladmir Putin will use the public holiday to declare victory in Ukraine or announce an escalation of hostilities.
For more on this Aideen spoke to Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
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Sinn Féin has won a historic victory in the Northern Ireland Assembly election after it became the largest party at Stormont for the first time. But the election results also revealed a growing chunk of the population who no longer look for green or orange on the ballot paper. Ciara spoke to John O’Dowd, Sinn Fein MLA, and party’s Assembly Chief Whip and also Alliance Party MLA Kellie Armstrong.
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The Irish College of General Practitioners are supporting a proposal being tabled in the Seanad this week which would allow online marketing of baby formula to be banned. The body says that infant formula advertising “has been proven to undermine women’s confidence in their ability to breastfeed successfully”. Aideen was joined on the show by Independent Senator Alice Mary Higgins and Fine Gael Senator Tim Lombard.
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Traditional Irish pubs should be classed as Unesco sites of Intangible Cultural Heritage. That’s according to Róisín Murphy, Conservationist, Architect and Presenter of Home Rescue and Róisín joined Ciara this morning on the show.
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Over a half of Irish households admit to wasting too much water, even though eight in ten know it is important to take steps to conserve it. That’s according to a new survey published by Irish Water.
John O’Donoghue, Regional Operations Manager at Irish Water spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Sinn Fein has hailed its first election win in Northern Ireland’s history as a "defining moment" and called for a debate on the creation of a united Ireland.
And with the party’s victory, journalist and author Susan McKay says tectonic plates have shifted in Northern Ireland and Susan spoke to Ciara this morning.
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Comedian David McSavage is planning a tour of stand-up clubs around Ukraine this week. He’ll perform in up to nine cities, and is on the way there right now. David is en route to Ukraine at the moment and he spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
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Could there be seismic shift in the political landscape of Northern Ireland? We go live to Belfast to get an update on the live count and permutations of the Northern Assembly Elections with Sean Defoe, Newstalk Political Correspondent and Brian Rowan, Journalist, former BBC Correspondent in Belfast and author of several books on the peace process.
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Ireland is ranked one of the worst countries for paid maternity leave in Europe, that’s according to the employment platform, Boundless, which analysed how individual countries compensated women as they become new mothers.
Marie Sherlock Labour Party Spokesperson for Employment Affairs spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
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Popular tourist sites like The Croagh Partick are showing signs of serious erosion caused by heavy footfall. Should we consider putting caps on visitor numbers to outdoor attractions to protect our fragile heritage sites? Donal Hickey an environmental journalist at Irish Examiner, joined us on Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
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Voters in Northern Ireland have cast their ballots in the Assembly election and counting begins around now. Opinion polls have suggested Sinn Féin is likely to top the poll, and the Alliance Party is tipped to have a surge in support. So, what could this vote mean for Northern Irish politics?
DUP Brexit spokesperson Sammy Wilson and Enda McNulty Former Armagh Footballer and CEO of McNulty Training and Developmentspoke to Shane this morning.
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Urgent action is needed to address crisis within Children's Disability Services. That’s the call being made by the group “Families Unite for Services and Support” at protests across the country. Rachel Martin from FUSS outlined why the protest is taking place to Shane on the show this morning.
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Voters in England, Scotland and Wales yesterday cast their ballots for the local councillors they want to run services that affect everyday life in their area. For the latest from the election Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Peter Cardwell, Former Special advisor to James Brokenshire, TalkRadio Presenter & Political Editor.
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More people are rejecting insurance settlement offers from the State’s Personal Injury Assessment Board.
As a result, many hope that they will get a larger award in court.
Shane spoke with Chief Executive of Insurance Ireland, Moyagh Murdock on why this is preventing a fall in motor insurance premiums.
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Couples are found to be paying more that 20 percent extra for their wedding compared to their original planned costs.
Venues and suppliers have had to increase their prices and renegotiate contracts with clients due to inflation.
Newstalk's own, Josh Crosbie, spoke to some of those in the midst of planning for their big day.
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In this extended interview, Shane spoke with Dipo Faloyin, author of "Africa is not a country".
Dipo believes that Africa has been portrayed as failed continent, whose people are helpless recipients of aid.
But what needs to be done to change the Western view on the continent?
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With summer just around the corner you may be feeling the pressures of getting the infamous ‘Summer body’ or ‘bikini ready’.
But are such trends harmful or toxic?
CEO and founder of Goss.ie, Alexandra Ryan and Freelance Journalist, Andrea Smith shared their thoughts on summer body culture.
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Amber Heard testified yesterday for the first time in her case against ex-husband Johnny Depp.
New York based reporter Harriet Alexander joined Ciara to discuss Heard's testimony.
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Transport Infrastructure Ireland is inviting the public to share their views on proposed 3,500km National Cycle Network for Ireland.
The network will make it easier and safer for people to commute for leisure and tourism. It also aims to reduce reliance on cars.
Former professional cyclist Nicholas Roche joined joined Ciara and Shane to voice his thoughts.
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Northern Ireland voters will today choose their Assembly member in what could be a historic election.
Journalist, Amanda Ferguson, spoke with Ciara and Shane on the matter.
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Sales of annual tickets on rail, bus and the Luas have declined by up to 95 per cent this year when compared with pre-pandemic levels as office workers continue to work from home two or three days each week.
Feljin Jose Chairperson of the Dublin Commuter Coalition spoke to Shane with his reaction to these findings.
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Could you swap meat and dairy for insects to help the planet? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Cara Augustenborg - Environmental Policy Fellow at UCD & host of Down to Earth on Newstalk.
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Forget Instagram reels and TikTok trends there's a new app dominating the days of Gen Z online. It’s called ‘BeReal’ and has grown more than 300% in popularity since the start of the year.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly, brings us all the details.
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Russia yesterday launched an attack on the Azovstal steelworks in Mariupol after a ceasefire broke down. The western Ukraine city of Lviv was also targeted yesterday evening
With the latest from Ukraine Ciara was joined on the show by Ukrainian MP Kira Rudyk.
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The Cabinet has delayed signing off on the National Maternity Hospital by two weeks. Cabinet ministers were today expected to sign off on the deal which would have seen the transfer of the hospital from the current Holles St site to St Vincent’s.
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly spoke to Shane Coleman.
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A number of measures, including cuts to student fees are being considered by Cabinet under a major plan to reduce the cost of third-level education.
Minister for Further & Higher Education, Research, Innovation & Science Simon Harris spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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Irish tourists who booked all-inclusive holidays at top Spanish resorts this summer will be hit with a draconian “six-drinks-a-day” law. Michelle Walsh Jackson from the Novel Traveller website told us more about this new law.
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That could be the future of 3rd level education in Ireland under plans being brought forward by Higher Education Minister Simon Harris. John Walshe Former Advisor to Education Minister Ruairi Quinn spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with reaction to these proposed plans.
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A Catholic couple say they will go to jail rather than pay a €300 fine for travelling 70km to attend mass during lockdown.
According to the Sunday World- Retired firefighter Jim Ryan and his wife Ann a retired nurse, found themselves in court for the first time in their lives earlier this month on a summons for breaching the 5km limit on Palm Sunday, last year.
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The European Commission is expected to propose the sixth package of EU sanctions this week against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine, including a potential embargo on buying Russian oil.
Minister for the Environment, Climate, and Communications, Eamon Ryan is in Brussels and he spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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There have been reports that a growing number of English-language students are being forced to sleep on the streets, in cars, or on couches in friends’ homes because they cannot find rental accommodation after travelling to Ireland.
Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sebastian Carvallo Farina who described his experience sourcing accommodation in Ireland and also Laura Harmon Executive Director Irish Council for International Students.
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A television programme shown in Russian appears to demonstrate how Ireland would be completely destroyed by an underwater nuclear drone launched by one of its navy’s submarines. The Russian State TV programme, which is presented by Dmitry Kiselyov, showed a simulation of a nuclear attack on Europe
With reaction to this Shane spoke to Tom Clonan Senator, retired army officer and Security Analyst.
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A Samsung ad featuring a woman running alone through the streets of London at 2am has been described as “ludicrous”. Jamie Klingler, co-founder of Reclaim These Streets has said the ad is disrespectful as It isn’t safe for women to run at night.” Jamie spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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A new study suggests that middle or older aged people should have Seven hours of sleep per night for their cognitive performance Tom Coleman is a health scientist and sleep coach spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The average home purchase mortgage for first-time buyers has increased by €20,000 over the past year and now stands over €250,000 That’s according to figures released today by the Banking and Payments Federation of Ireland. Their CEO Brian Hayes spoke to Aideen with more on this report findings.
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Traveller Community feels deep distrust of Ireland’s equality and justice system. That’s the finding from a report from UCC today which says core issues involved access to legal representation, costs, and prohibitive barriers in taking cases.
Senator Eileen Flynn gave her reaction to the findings of the report to Ciara this morning on the show.
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The Religious Sisters of Charity have declared their departure from healthcare after more than two centuries, in a move to clear the way for the new National Maternity Hospital to be built at the Elm Park site in Dublin.
Joining Aideen to discuss this development was Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist and Former Master of the Rotunda Hospital, Professor Sam Coulter Smith. Also Co-leader of the Social Democrats, Roisin Shortall gave her reaction to this move.
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The number of babies assessed by a public health nurse dropped by almost 50 percent during the pandemic. That’s according to exclusive figures obtained for Newstalk from the HSE. 53,524 babies were seen in 2019, however, that figure dropped to 28,184 in 2020 and moved up to just 31,574 in 2021.
Reporter Laura Donnelly is behind the investigation, and she spoke to one affected parent Natalie Donohue about waiting for an appointment for her child Romy. For more on these delays, Aideen spoke to Dr. Brendan O’Shea, Kildare GP & assistant professor in public health and primary care at Trinity College Dublin.
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Minister for Defence Simon Coveney has said that Ireland is likely to increase its annual defence spending by at least €500 million in the coming years.
That’s a 50 percent increase on current levels and joining Aideen to discuss this is Independent TD and former army ranger, Cathal Berry.
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Ireland will see another surge in Covid-19 infections in four to six weeks that's the warning from the World Health Organisation. WHO Special envoy on Covid, Dr David Nabarro joined Ciara this morning on the show.
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Numbers on the live Register have now fallen below pre-pandemic Levels. So why are we still short of staff? Does the government need to bring in more workers from abroad? To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Adrian Cummins, CEO of Restaurants Association of Ireland.
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“I no longer feel safe” - that was the reason Independent Senator Sharon Keogan gave when she resigned from the Oireachtas Committee on Children yesterday
Senator Keogan’s resignation comes after she was accused of being “disrespectful” to witnesses in the following address at a meeting of the Oireachtas Committee on International Surrogacy last week.
Brenda Power, Columnist with the Sunday Times and the Irish Daily Mail spoke to Ciara this morning with her reaction.
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A Wexford woman was left lying helpless in a urine-soaked bed for 21 hours due to a lack of a carer.
According to the Wexford People, Sharon Colgan who has cerebral palsy and a spinal injury was left lying helpless in a distraught state with no food or water because the company - which the HSE pays to provide her with homecare, could not find a replacement carer due to covid shortages.
Sharon spoke to Shane this morning about her experience and what she wants to see changed in the home care service industry.
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Today the RSA and Royal College of Physicians are launching their updated fitness to drive guidelines and announcing the lifting of age medical certification from 70 to 75 years old.
Professor Des O'Neill Director of the National Office for Traffic Medicine at the Royal College of Physicians spoke to Shane about these new changes.
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Ireland’s planning system needs modernising - that’s the view of the British Irish Chamber of Commerce. The Deputy Director-General Paul Lynam of the British Irish Chamber of Commerce spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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Online groups exposing ‘cheaters’ have become something of a phenomenon in recent years. Journalist with the Irish Independent Kirsty Blake Knox has been writing about the trend, and asking whether cheating is an unforgivable offence?
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Foreign nationals and people from non-white ethnic backgrounds are receiving significantly longer prison sentences than their white Irish peers for sexual offences and drug offences, according to new research from the Irish Penal Reform Trust. In response to these findings, Ciara spoke to Teresa Buczkowska, Integration Manager with the Immigrant Council of Ireland.
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Unknown outbreak of Hepatitis spreading in children, we get the very latest from a viral immunologist. Pat spoke to Dr Zania Stamataki, Associate Professor in Viral Immunology, Centre for Liver and Gastrointestinal Research, University of Birmingham.
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Russian gas supplies to Poland under the Yamal contract have resumed. There was a brief halt to supply after Russia said it would suspend natural gas supplies to Poland and Bulgaria for failure to make payments in Russian Roubles. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Lisa Ryan Professor in Energy Economics in the School of Economics and Energy Institutions in UCD.
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Penneys customers were shocked yesterday to hear that the low-cost fashion retailer will soon have to increase its prices. The bad news serves as the latest cost of living blow, but could it be a good opportunity for sustainable fashion and the environment? Rachel Hennessy is Owner of Happy Days, a Fashion Rental Company in Leopardstown,spoke to Shane this morning.
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How accessible is Ireland for wheelchair users? That’s the question that James Casserly, who has cerebral palsy, aims to answer as he travels the country reviewing the public transport services and disability provisions in each county. James and his mother Vicki joined Ciara Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Sinn Fein TDs last night tabled a motion to stop the turf sale ban calling it a ‘golden opportunity for Government backbenchers to support them
Claire Kerrane is Sinn Fein’s spokesperson for Rural development who tabled the motion and also on the line is Fine Gael TD for Galway East, Ciaran Cannon joined Ciara on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Senior officials are running Ireland, not representatives chosen by the people. That’s what Catherine Murphy, Co-Leader of the Social Democrats and Vice-Chair of the Public Accounts Committee told the Dáil yesterday and Catherine spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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The Residential tenancy board in conjunction with the ESRI has published its Rent Index for new tenancies which shows a 9% annual growth rate nationally.
Conor O'Toole, an associate research professor with the ESRI outlined their findings. For more on this Shane spoke to Assistant Professor of Social Policy at Maynooth University, Rory Hearne.
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The Avengers was released in Irish cinemas ten years ago today Whether you like it or not, the film changed how audiences think about movies. It was the first Marvel movie to crack a billion at the box office, and kicked open the doors for all sorts of characters, crossovers and team-ups.
To look back on this movie Ciara spoke to Kevin Maher Chief Film Critic of The Times of London.
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Parents of children attending Lacken National School, Blessington, Co Wicklow have been told that teachers will not cover topics such as “contraception and same-sex friendships” as part of the school's Relationships and Sexuality Education Programme.
David Graham, Communications Officer with Education Equality joined Ciara this morning with more on this story.
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The public is being warned to keep on the lookout for moths in their houses and business this time of year scavenger moths begin breeding! Richard Faulkner, Advanced Technical field Consultant with Rentokil. Richard, how common are moth infestations this time of year, and what kind of damage can they do in homes or businesses?
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Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has decided not to set an age limit on using e-scooters on public roads. His decision put him at odds with the Road Safety Authority, which wanted him to include an age limit of 16 in the new road traffic bill. We ask should there be an age limit on scooters? To discuss further Shane was joined on the show by Transport Commentator and Former Director of Consumer Affairs for AA Ireland, Conor Faughnan.
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Twitter has agreed to sell itself to Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, in a $44bn deal but what does this sale mean for the future of the platform?
For more on this Ciara spoke to the Editor of Silicon Republic, Elaine Burke and Professor Jane Suiter, director of DCU's Institute for Future Media, Democracy and Society.
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Vacant social homes will be made available to house Ukrainian refugees and those on council waiting lists. Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien will introduce the plan to Cabinet today, but it’s coming under fire from opposition and refugee advocates alike.
Doireann Breathnach is Chair of the Irish Refugee Council and TD Cian O’Callaghan is Housing Spokesperson for the Social Democrats spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The Children’s Rights Alliance today published Voice, Rights, Action! a youth-led research report which found that young people in Ireland want the voting age to be lowered. For more on this Shane spoke to Anjelica Foley, an 18-year-old activist with Fridays for Future.
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The number of Covid-19 deaths has now passed the 7,000 mark almost 26 months into the pandemic. Professor Sam McConkey, Infectious Disease Specialist at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland spoke to Ciara this morning.
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Irish lamb could soon be on US menus after the agreement was reached with the US Department of Agriculture to allow Irish sheepmeat plants formally apply for export permits
Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Meta Facebook’s parent company is running an awareness campaign about smart glasses, letting people know exactly how they work.
Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly spoke to Ciara with all the details of this new awareness campaign.
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Balanced policy response required to address inflationary challenges that is the message from Ibec today as they publish their latest Economic Outlook report.
Chief Economist and Head of National Policy at IBEC, Gerard Bradyspoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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Hundreds of dog attacks on humans and other animals have been reported to councils in the past five years, according to new figures obtained by the Irish Independent. The attacks involved a range of breeds – including those not on the restricted-breed list, such as terriers, German Shepards, Jack Russel's, Collies and Bull Mastiffs.
Gillian Bird, Head of Education and media, DSPCA spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with a reaction to these figures.
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A group of engineers is calling on the government to factor nuclear energy into its plans for net-zero emissions by 2050. The group 18For O are calling for a lifting of the ban here on nuclear energy production here.
To discuss this further Shane was joined on the show by Energy Systems Engineer and co-founder of 18 for 0, Sarah Cullen and Sadbh O’Neill, Assistant Professor at the school of law and government in DCU.
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Are you planning on flying abroad soon from Dublin airport and thinking of parking at there? Well, you might reconsider as charges have skyrocketed.
Editor of Air and Travel Magazine, Eoghan Corry spoke to Ciara on the show the morning.
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Emmanuel Macron has beaten Marine Le Pen to be re-elected president of France. Elaine Cobb CBS News Correspondent in Paris spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on the election result.
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The general rollout of a second booster vaccine against Covid-19 to people aged 65 and over begins today. Head of the vaccination programme with the HSE, Damien McCallion spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on this.
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Taoiseach Micheal Martin has welcomed the decision of the United Arab Emirates to freeze the assets of the Kinahans. But what do further sanctions mean for the drug trafficking gang? Crime editor with The Irish Sun Stephen Breen spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
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The Mayor of Mariupol Vadym Boichenko has said that more mass graves containing civilians have been uncovered in the city. Sergei Orlov, Deputy Mayor of Mariupol spoke to Shane on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Calls have been made for the activation of an emergency plan at University Hospital Limerick (UHL) where 126 patients were lying on trolleys yesterday. The highest level of overcrowding ever recorded in any Irish hospital. For more on this Shane spoke to Sinn Fein TD for Limerick, Maurice Quinlivan.
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A Dublin councillor is calling for Dublin City Council to review its 20-year-rule for naming public spaces after fresh calls for a Northside park to be renamed after tragic Boyzone star Stephen Gately.
Independent Cllr Damien O’Farrell joined Vincent on the show this morning.
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Today is Earth Day - the annual event that tries to raise awareness and support for environmental protection. So with the Government being criticised for inaction in the area, we are asking if civil disobedience is acceptable if it helps stop climate disaster?
Elizabeth Cripps is a writer and moral philosopher, and the author of What Climate Justice Means and Why We Should Care spoke to Vincent this morning with more on this.
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Millstreet Arena in Co Cork welcomed its first Ukrainian refugees last night. It is the first large-scale emergency and temporary accommodation facility to be used to house those fleeing the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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Prisoners are being trained in how to care for horses in a new rehabilitation facility, potentially providing them with work opportunities after release. The development of the equine centre on the grounds of Castlerea Prison is the result of a partnership project between the horse racing industry and the Irish Prison Service.
Molly Joyce The Irish Penal Reform Trust’s Deputy Director and she told Newstalk Breakfast about this new scheme.
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The British Prime Minister will face a vote in the House of Commons today on whether claims he misled MPs over party-gate should be investigated. The debate will ask if Boris Johnson misled MPs when he initially insisted, after claims about parties in Downing Street first surfaced, that no rules were broken.
Dominic Grieve, Former UK Attorney General and Conservative MP spoke to Newstalk Breakfast ahead of the vote.
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Russia’s offensive on the Donbas region of Ukraine is continuing with more Russian troops pouring over the border in their attempt to capture the region. Meanwhile Russia’s latest deadline for Ukrainian forces in Mariupol to lay down their weapons passed with no surrender issued.
Yuriy Sak a spokesperson for Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence spoke to Vincent this morning.
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“The Government has a ‘hidden agenda’ to ‘phase out’ rural communities in this county and beyond, so says PJ Kelly, Lissycasey-based Fianna Fail Councillor and PJ spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with his view.
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Parents should be able to access Illness Benefit when taking time off work to care for sick children. That’s the view of our Ann Norton who says proposals to allow parents of sick children five days unpaid leave do not go far enough.
Ann Norton is Manager of the Clare Crusaders Children’s Clinic. She also cares for her daughter Nicole who has cerebral palsy and Ann spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen went head to head in a live TV debate last night that could prove crucial in making up the minds of undecided voters four days before the French presidential runoff. For more on the Presidential race Shane spoke to Elaine Cobb, CBS News Correspondent in Paris.
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The Dublin Airport Authority has once more revised its advice to passengers on arrival times to the airport, following reports of staffing issues and lengthy queues over recent weeks. Vincent Wall spoke to Graeme McQueen, Media relations Manager with the DAA to hear about the new advice to travellers arriving at Dublin Airport.
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The number of people sleeping rough in the capital has fallen slightly since the winter to 91, according to figures from the Dublin Region Homeless Executive. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to CEO of Peter McVerry Trust, Pat Doyle.
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Many women buy expensive dresses for events, only to wear them once and then let them sit in the back of the wardrobe for eternity.
Rachel Hennessy, owner of Happy Days in Leopardstown in Dublin believes that fast fashion has created a demand for “newness” that has no place in a sustainable future and Rachel spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about her business.
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'We need to end the obsession with the leaving cert points race’ - that’s the view of Further and Higher Education Minister Simon Harris who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Ireland's first mainline Motorway Average Speed Safety Camera will be launched in Tipperary next week. The system monitors a vehicle’s average speed while driving through two points and drivers caught speeding by the camera will get an €80 fine and three penalty points.
Conor Faughnan is a Motoring and Transport Commentator and spoke to Vincent this morning with more details on this new speed safety camera.
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Ukrainian President Voloymyr Zelenskiy has said The "Battle of Donbas" has now begun as Russia captures the town of Kreminna in a new phase of war. For more on the war in Ukraine, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Jonathan Marcus Former BBC Defence and Diplomatic Correspondent.
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Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez have announced that one of their newborn twins has died. The couple released a joint statement on Instagram saying "It is the greatest pain that any parent can feel” Nina Doyle Spokesperson for Feiliecan, a charity that supports anybody that loses a baby during or after pregnancy spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Ukraine has called on Moscow to allow civilians to leave the besieged and devastated city of Mariupol. Authorities also said a Russian missile attack killed seven people in Lviv yesterday, the first civilian victims in the western city.
Chief Correspondent and Presenter with Channel 4 News, Alex Thomson spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
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Disruptive passengers should face a lifetime ban from flying. That’s the call from our next guest, Fianna Fáil Senator Timmy Dooley who says he witnessed “outrageous behaviour” on his flight home from Ukraine via Poland. Senator Dooley told Newstalk Breakfast about his experience.
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Teachers’ unions are to demand inflation-matching pay increases at their annual conferences taking place this week. Minister For Education Norma Foley spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Crab claws, racks of lamb, and fillet steaks will soon be dropped from menus nationwide. So say restauranteurs who are struggling to maintain profits due to food-price inflation, utility bill hikes, and a drop-off in customers feeling the pinch. Gina Murphy is the Owner of Hugos Restaurant in Dublin and Gina joined Shane on the show this morning.
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Teachers’ unions are to demand inflation-matching pay increases at their annual conferences taking place this week. Eamon Dennehy, President of the Association of Secondary Teachers in Ireland spoke to Vincent Wall on the show this morning ahead of the annual conference.
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This week Government unveiled its latest package of measures in a bid to ease the financial pressures on families and households. But do the measures go far enough? To discuss these measures Ciara was joined on the show by Sinn Fein leader Mary Lou McDonald.
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Simon Coveney has become the first foreign minister on the UN’s Security Council to visit Kyiv since the outbreak of the war. He met with political leaders and also visited Bucha, where Russian forces' have been suspected of killing civilians.
Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney visited Burch and Kyiv yesterday, and from the border between Ukraine and Poland Minister Coveney spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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Ministers in Scotland will consider an online sales tax to boost local retail and town centres. With the Irish Highstreet in a similar state of decline, and cost of living hikes pushing shoppers to seek sales online, could Irish retailers benefit from something similar too?
Patrick Bourke is the Owner of Patrick Bourke menswear in Ennis and Kilrush Co. Clare and spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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With a long Easter weekend ahead, and some school holidays left to enjoy it’s a time to have fun with your family and join in some of the many special events organised throughout the country.
Parenting expert Laura Erskine joined us this morning with some great ideas of things to do.
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Now the proposed ban on burning turf has been causing a major row in government but speaking on yesterday’s show Environment Minister Eamon Ryan was adamant the ban must go ahead.
We speak to Professor Cara Augustenborg and ask how bad turf burning is for air quality?
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Safety concerns around dating apps and internet sites has increased this week in light of warnings from Gardai after the murder of two men in Sligo. Blank profiles and catfishing are just some of the security issues, so can big tech do more to improve the situation?
For more on this Ciara spoke to Jess Kelly Newstalk's Technology correspondent.
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Another solar storm is heading straight for a “direct hit” with Earth, with fears it could cause disruptions such as blackouts, electricity grids collapse, satellite navigation failures, and other major electrical problems. Frances McCarthy head of Education & Outreach at MTU’s Blackrock Castle Observatory spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this incoming solar storm.
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A cut in VAT on gas and electricity bills has been approved by the cabinet as part of the latest measures aimed at tackling the rising cost of living. It comes as the government also unveiled their future energy strategy in Ireland following the impact of the Ukrainian war on gas and energy supplies.
Minister for the Environment Eamon Ryan joined Shane this morning on the show.
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Before supporting a fundraiser for a cancer patient, people need to beware of clinics selling ‘pioneering’ treatments. So says scientist & author of ‘The Irrational Ape’ Dr. David Robert Grimes who spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
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Garda investigations are continuing into the murders of Michael Snee and Aidan Moffitt in County Sligo. Gardaí in the area is examining whether there is a homophobic motive for the killings. Sorcha Crowley, Sligo Based Journalist reporting for the Irish Examiner spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with the latest on the Gardai investigation.
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Sinn Féin has vowed to give all health graduates a job guarantee in a bid to tackle “chronic shortages” in some sectors. David Cullinane, Sinn Fein Spokesperson for Health spoke to Shane this morning with more on their statement.
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Boris Johnson has apologised after being fined by the Met Police for breaking lockdown rules but said he would not resign...
Nigel Farage, Former Leader of UKIP and The Brexit Party and Broadcaster joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Gardaí have arrested a man on suspicion of murder after the body of a man was found in an apartment in Sligo Town. It is the second murder of a man in the town in two days.
Sorcha Crowley, Sligo Based Journalist reporting for the Irish Examiner and Frank Feighan, Sligo - Leitrim Fine Gael TD and Minister of State at the Department of Health both spoke to Ciara this morning.
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It’s that time of year again, the Easter Eggs are on the shelves and with the special offers, it’s hard to resist the temptation. But how many calories are in your favourite easter eggs, and how long does it take to burn them off?
Dr. Eva Orsmond Medical doctor and health advocate at Orsmond clinics joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
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As has been dominating the headlines the past 24 hours the US government has imposed sanctions on Daniel Kinahan, his father Christopher Senior and his brother Christopher Junior and offered a 5-million-dollar reward for information leading to their arrest.
Now our next guest is a legendary boxing promoter who has had dealings in the boxing world with Daniel Kinahan and once told us here on Newstalk Breakfast he found Kinahan to be an “honourable man.”
Bob Arum is the founder and CEO of Top Rank, one of the biggest boxing promotion companies in the world and he spoke to Sahne a little earlier and started by asking him for his reaction to this news.
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Specialised Garda units are 'too stretched' to investigate domestic abuse cases unless they involve rape. “All of the crimes in relation to domestic abuse, coercive control, an awful lot of rapes, historical rapes, are now being sent back from DPSU to the detective units." So reports the Irish Examiner today.
Sarah Benson is CEO of Women’s Aid and she joined Ciara on the show this morning.
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Gardaí in Sligo have commenced a murder investigation into the death of a man whose body was found in the town Monday evening. The victim has been named locally as Aidan Moffitt. Sorcha Crowley, Sligo Based Journalist reporting for the Irish Examiner joined Ciara Kelly with the latest.
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Dublin Airport has issued new guidance for those flying out of Dublin Airport over the Easter weekend. Eoghan Corry Editor of Air and Travel Magazine joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Wind Energy Ireland has called on the Government to commit to building a fully decarbonised electricity system by 2035. Noel Cuniffe is the CEO and he spoke to Shane this morning.
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Senior civil servants, including Martin Fraser and Robert Watt, are to be called before an Oireachtas Finance committee investigating the circumstances surrounding the abandoned appointment of Tony Holohan to an academic position in Trinity.
John McGuinness Fianna Fail TD and chair of the Committee spoke to Shane this morning.
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Should religion class be removed from school hours? To debate, this Pat was joined on the show by David Quinn Director of The Iona Institute, and also Paddy Monahan Policy Officer with Education Equality.
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Derry Girls returns to Channel 4 tonight for the shows long awaited final season.
The first episode of Season 3 will be on Channel 4 at 9:15pm tonight.
So what can we expect from Season 3?
Our reporter Barry Whyte has been speaking to some superfans for this report….
Irish, American, and British law enforcement have launched a major joint action against the Kinahan cartel in a bid to frustrate their criminal and financial international operations. The Kinahans Christy SNR, Daniel, and Christopher Jnr were last night named by the US Department of the Treasury as being at the apex of the criminal network.
Irish Independent Journalist and author of several books on organised crime Paul Williams spoke to Shane about this new development.
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The government look set to cut the Public Service Obligation levy on energy bills in their latest bid to tackle the cost of living. Other measures though to have been discussed by the three government party leaders include an additional three weeks' payment of the fuel allowance and a cut to VAT on gas and electricity.
Muireann Lynch Energy Economist & Senior Research Officer with ESRI spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Concerns have been raised about the country's ability to house Ukrainian refugees with available supplies drying up.
Darragh O'Brien Minister for Housing joins Ciara on the show this morning to discuss the country's ability to house Ukrainian refugees.
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Are you a magpie, a squirrel, or an ostrich?
No, these aren’t new astrological signs but different types of hoarders and with research suggesting that 38% of Irish people have hoarding tendencies, chances are you could be one of them.
Stella O’Malley is a Psychotherapist and Author.
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A new report by the ESRI found rent pressure zones have kept rental inflation down, but many landlords are still getting increases higher than the cap.
Conor O’Toole, associate research professor, ESRI spoke to Gavin with more on this.
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Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has received a briefing from a senior civil servant on the abandoned move of Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tony Holohan to Trinity College. He is currently reviewing the report.
Ray Kavanagh Former General Secretary of the Labour Party spoke to Shane this morning with his reaction to the abandoned move of Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan to Trinity College.
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Business leaders are split on the government’s ‘Right to Request Remote Working Bill.' According to research by the Institute of Directors in Ireland - More than a third of business leaders do not believe the scheme balances the rights and requirements of both employees and employers, however, 28% believe it does.
Maura Quinn, Chief Executive, the Institute of Directors in Ireland spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
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Deputy Business Editor Gavin McLoughlin takes a look through Tuesday's business papers.
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Former professional footballer and accredited psychotherapist Richie Sadlier releases a new book this week ‘Let’s Talk’ - aimed at teenage boys which tackles often difficult subjects like sex, relationships, drinking and more to empower young men to make wise choices. Richie spoke to Ciara this morning about his book.
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Ukraine is bracing itself for a major Russian offence in the east of the country with the war now set to enter a new phase. General Richard Barrons a former head of the UK’s joint forces command & leading UK Defence expert spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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Google is making changes to the search engine to make it easier for users to search for items that are hard to describe. Newstalk’s Tech Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us this morning to explain more about the changes Google has brought in.
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The AGSI is today calling for a review of the public service pay deal stating, “the 1% pay increase due in October does not meet current inflation rates nor does it meet current economic and cost of living challenges.
Antoinette Cunningham General Secretary of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on why they are calling for a review.
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The traditional turf fire could soon be a thing of the past. That’s because the Green Party plans to ban the sale and distribution of turf from September 1st. To discuss this further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Verona Murphy Independent TD for Wexford and John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist and Commentator.
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The venomous divorce of movie stars Johnny Depp and Amber Heard continues six years later by other means, now in a $100 million libel trial opening today in Virginia, outside Washington, D.C. Harriet Alexander New York based reporter spoke to Shane on this upcoming trial.
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Back in November and December truck drivers came to Dublin to protest over fuel prices. Since then the cost of fuel has risen and they are back again. Our reporter Josh Crosbie has been speaking with some of them this morning ahead of their journey into the city
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French President Emmanuel Macron faces a runoff vote against far-right candidate. Marine Le Pen as he bids to retain the presidency. ]The two candidates came out on top in yesterday’s presidential election with Macron topping the poll. CBS News Correspondent in Paris, Elaine Cobb spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with more on the Election race.
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Its day 98!!! Of 100 days of walking. It is the last time we get to crown a walker of the week this year. Sinead Howe from Dublin explains why she got involved.
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Louis Walsh joined Ciara on the show this morning to chat about how much music has changed over the past 20 years!
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One third of hybrid workers struggle to disconnect and one-quarter feel demotivated or uninspired. That’s according to new research by Microsoft Ireland. To give us her reaction we heard from by Human Resources expert Caroline Reidy from the HR Suite.
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Has drinking culture has given rise to a 'mummy needs wine' mentality - where women are told it's acceptable to use alcohol to help 'survive' parenthood? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Niamh Delmar, Counselling Psychologist, and Writer.
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Have good manners disappeared down the drain? That is a question that columnist with Mayo News Anne-Marie Flynn wrote in her recent article and Anne Marie spoke to Ciara this morning to discuss.
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Nearly 3000 disappointed students will be without an Irish college place this year. That’s according to Conradh na Gaeilge who warns the Gaeltacht sector is in crisis as more summer courses are canceled due to ongoing covid 19 concerns. Peadar Mac Fhlannchadha Advocacy Manager of Conradh na Gaeilge and Julian de Spáinn, General Secretary of Conradh na Gaeilge, spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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Russia said it considers its suspension from the UN Human Rights Council today to be "illegal", according to the foreign ministry in Moscow. Frances Fitzgerald, Fine Gael MEP, and Vice President of the European People's Party spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The Irish Refugee Council is today calling on the Government to prioritise existing, unused accommodation supply to house incoming refugees who have fled the war in Ukraine. Nick Henderson is the CEO of The Irish Refugee Council spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The HSE’s plan to cut healthcare waiting lists by 18% is already “challenged” just five weeks after it was launched. The HSE CEO Paul Reid told the Oireachtas Health Committee that the issues were due to the high volume of Covid cases. Paul Reid spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The HSE’s plan to cut healthcare waiting lists by 18% is already “challenged” just five weeks after it was launched. The HSE CEO Paul Reid told the Oireachtas Health Committee that the issues were due to the high volume of Covid cases. Paul Reid spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The sacrifices made by the public during the pandemic to reduce the pressures on acute hospitals will be for nothing if we continue to have multiple occupancy rooms in hospitals that's the warning from Professor Hilary Humphreys, Emeritus Professor of Clinical Microbiology at RCSI who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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A week in Greece or a weekend in Galway? Pre-pandemic the answer might have been clear, but as more of us enjoyed staycations over the last two years than ever before, the question now is less do you want to holiday in Ireland, but can you afford to? For more on this Johnathan spoke to Megan Virgo who is a Freelance Travel writer for the Irish Daily Mail.
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One of the world's biggest credit card companies will launch an exciting new technology hub in south county Dublin to innovate in all types of new ways and not just financial payments.
Mastercard’s Chief Innovation Officer spoke to Joe this morning with more on the new technology hub.
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As you know, all this week we are celebrating 20 years since Newstalk started and in doing so it got us thinking about how life has changed over the past two decades. Have our behaviours changed? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Founder and head of the ESRI's Behavioural Research Unit, Pete Lunn.
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The ongoing climate change crisis which was accentuated even further only this week with the latest UN report. On top of that comes a war on the European continent once again and the realisation that Europe needs to win itself off Russian hydrocarbons above all else. One of the solutions to the problem might be by using hydrogen as a fuel. A company based in Cork is working on just that Joe spoke to Catherine Sheridan the COO with EIH2.
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The Russian invasion of Ukraine has sparked a chain of events that have increased uncertainty and presented challenges to the outlook for inflation and growth that’s according to the latest Central Bank Report. With more on the findings of the report, Ciara spoke to Yota Deli Professor in Economics at UCD.
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Car Sharing should be considered to mitigate rising fuel costs. That’s the call from Clare’s Green Senator Róisín Garvey. With reaction to this idea Newstalk Breakfast spoke to John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist and Commentator, and Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for Kerry .Listen and subscribe to Newstalk Breakfast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
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he Government has approved a plan to allow for the creation of new Regional Health Areas to integrate both hospital and community healthcare as part of key Sláintecare reforms. Stephen Donnelly, Minister for Health spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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The Dublin Airport Authority’s controversial plan to introduce a toll for people doing airport drop-offs and collections is facing objections.
Independent councillor Joe Newman, has launched an appeal with An Bord Pleanála. In a supporting submission, Fine Gael Senator Emer Currie described the plan as a “money-grabbing exercise.” Senator Currie spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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The number of births in Ireland rose by more than 3,000 last year after being in decline for more than a decade.
So, what happens when there is no pandemic? Do we need to incentivise having children? To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Broadcaster Suzanne Kane.
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Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskiy is addressing the joint Houses of the Oireachtas today Independent TD and Member of the foreign affairs committee Cathal Berry joined Ciara this morning ahead of the address.
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Fussy eating is usually associated with small children, but an Irish study has shown it can increase again in people in their 50s and 60. Earlier Daniel Hazley, a PHD student at TU Dublin who led the research, talked us through the findings of the study.
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Thousands of parents across Ireland could face autumn without childcare, as Early Childcare providers face closure after rejecting new Government Core Funding supports. With more on this Ciara spoke to Elaine Dunne, The Federation of Early Childhood Providers.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said the world will recognise the killing of people in the town of Bucha as "genocide". Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Volodymyr Tsabal, Ukrainian MP from Bucha.
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It's 'now or never' to limit the warming of the earth and avoid a climate catastrophe. That’s the stark warning from the UN’s latest climate report. Mary Robinson – Former President of Ireland and Chair of the Elders gave Newstalk Breakfast her reaction.
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After two years and 9 billion euros, the Pandemic Unemployment Payment will officially come to an end today. But as 45,000 people must now move back onto job seekers allowance, should the PUP be extended or what, if anything, should its legacy be? To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Paul Murphy is a People Before Profit TD.
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There will be no return to a powersharing executive at Stormont after the upcoming election if there are no changes to the Brexit protocol. That was the warning from DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson and he spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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It's 'now or never' to limit the warming of the earth and avoid a climate catastrophe. That’s the stark warning from the UN’s latest climate report. Kevin O’Farrell - An Taisce Climate Committee Chair spoke to Shane this morning with more on the UN's report.
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There can be “no impunity” for atrocities committed in Ukraine by Russian forces after mass graves and bodies littered on streets were found in Ukraine. So says Simon Coveney the Minister for Foreign, Affairs Simon Coveney who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The UN is set to release their latest stark warning on the impacts of climate change on the earth today. The third segment of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report is due for release today but has been overshadowed by other global events such as the war in Ukraine.
Cara Augustenborg Professor of Environmental Policy at UCD and member of the Climate Change Advisory Council and she spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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We often hear about new products from the likes of Samsung and Apple, but have you ever considered buying a refurbished device? Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us this morning with tips on buying a refurbished device?
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Obesity surgery in the public health system in Ireland has been chronically under-resourced for decades, that’s the view of Helen Heneghan Professor of Surgery at St Vincent’s Hospital and a Consultant Bariatric Surgeon and Helen spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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Russia has been accused of war crimes in Ukraine by western leaders after the discovery of mass graves and civilian bodies in the street near Kyiv. Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelensky joined Kyiv’s mayor Vitali Klitschko in accusing Russia of committing genocide.
Kim Sengupta Defence and Diplomatic Editor of The Independent is in Ukraine and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Ciara and Shane have released our FIRST SINGLE into the world! It’s for a very worthy cause, we’ll give you more details on that on Monday – but first, have a listen and tell us what you think....
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It’s day 91 of 100 days of walking! And it’s time to crown our walker of the week who is Neil Fox, from Dublin but living in Waterford.
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It was an exceptionally tight race, but Ireland has a new senator. Security Analyst Tom Clonan was elected last night on the 16th and final count to fill the seat vacated by new Labour leader Ivana Bacik. Tom spoke to Shane this morning.
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Having earned a BSc in UCD and a PHD from Trinity, Colm Kelleher could have expected his career in science to take him to high heights. But he never predicted it would take him to US airspace and the controversial study of Unidentified Flying Objects.
Former Programme Manager of the Secret Pentagon UFO Programme and Author of Skinwalkers at the Pentagon, Colm Kelleher spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The Government is considering "time of day pricing" for electricity to address spiraling energy costs. Will this measure be enough, and could energy rationing be in Ireland’s near future? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Paul Deane is the Research Fellow in Clean Energy in UCC.
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Several Conservatives MPs in the UK are pushing for the creation of a Margaret Thatcher Day to celebrate the record of the former Prime Minister. To discuss this further Shane spoke to Brendan O’Neill, Editor and Chief Political writer of Spiked Online.
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This Sunday, households around the country will sit down to fill out their census form but what is the significance of the form? Political Analyst, Odran Flynn spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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Europe is on the verge of an energy crisis with the EU set to lose a third of its gas supply.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is demanding foreign buyers pay for Russian gas in roubles from today or face having their supply cut, with European leaders rejecting the demands. For more on this Ciara spoke to Suzanne Lynch Journalist with politico Europe.
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Hollywood lost one of its greats yesterday as Actor Bruce Willis announced the sad news of his retirement. The Die Hard star is “stepping away” from his acting career due to a health condition that affects his cognitive abilities and to discuss his legacy is Jeanne Wolf, Hollywood Journalist.
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The cost of living has been forced back into the spotlight as yet another company announced a major hike in the cost of gas and electricity. The country’s biggest provider Electric Ireland has said it will increase its residential electricity prices by 23% and gas prices by almost 25% from May.
Pearse Doherty Sinn Féin spokesman on Finance spoke to Ciara this morning.
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Masks on public transport and in shops and working from home should be made compulsory again. That’s the call being made today by the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation and the Irish Association for Emergency Medicine who say the moves are needed to counteract the covid surge in hospitals.
The calls come on the day that the emergency powers used for Covid restrictions are due to expire. For more on this Shane spoke to Dr Fergal Hickey Consultant in emergency medicine at Sligo University Hospital and President of the Irish.
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Strong and integrated communities have grown in estates with both private and social housing residents – that's according to a new report commissioned by the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) and The Housing Agency.
Professor of Social Policy at UCD and report author, Professor Michelle Norris spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The cost of homework can far outweigh the projected benefits”, that’s the view of Colman Noctor Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Fast fashion is going out of fashion that’s if the EU’s new sustainability rules are approved by member states. Proposals include the introduction of environmental labels on clothing and ensuring most textiles are made from recycled fibres by 2030.
Helen Steele is an Artist and Fashion Designer and she spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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According to end-of-year figures from the Personal Injuries Assessment Board - the average award for a minor personal injury fell to €13,825 last year, a drop of more than 40 percent. The drop followed the introduction of new guidelines, adopted last March, slashing sums for mainly minor personal injuries.
For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Peter Boland, Director of the Alliance for Insurance Reform.#
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A major overhaul of the Leaving Cert is on the way with 40% of grades now to be continuous assessment and two new subjects to be introduced. The review was carried out by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment. Norma Foley – Minister for Education spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Single-use coffee cups to be ground out by 2026. That’s just one of the initiatives in the government’s Circular Economy Bill which will go before the Dáil today. With reaction Shane spoke to Mindy O'Brien is Chief Executive of VOICE, the voice of Irish Concerned for the Environment.
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A major overhaul of the Leaving Cert is on the way with 40% of grades now to be continuous assessment and two new subjects to be introduced. The review was carried out by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment. Their Chief Executive is Arlene Forster spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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Four Russian diplomats have been expelled from Ireland for security reasons in what the Russian Embassy has called an “arbitrary, groundless decision.” How will Putin respond? For more on this story, Ciara spoke to Minister of State for European Affairs Thomas Byrne.
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The summer fast approaches and people are holiday planning like mad. But after years of restrictions and life in close quarters, many want to leave their friends and family at home to instead go on a solo adventure on their own. Neasa Murphy is an Irish Travel Writer based in Nice and she spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with tips on travelling safe and solo this summer.
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Almost 40,000 Covid cases were logged over the weekend with 1,624 now in hospital. For more on the increasing COVID case numbers, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to the Chief Clinical officer with the HSE, Dr Colm Henry, and Dr. Eoghan de Barra, Senior Lecturer in the RCSI and Infectious Diseases consultant in Beaumont Hospital.
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Cork has pulled out of the race to host one of sailing’s most prestigious events the America’s Cup in 2024. The government said the move was taken as a technical review found that the necessary infrastructural and planning arrangements would not be in place to host the event.
In reaction to this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Thomas McHugh Corporate Affairs manager for Cork Chamber of Commerce.
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The EU sanctions on Russia have been tough. But how will they affect the European economy? To discuss further Newstalk Business Editor Joe Lynam spoke to Ann Cavazzini the chair of the Internal Markets Committee in the European Parliament
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There has been a steady increase in the number of people in prison custody in Ireland since the beginning of the year -that’s according to our next guest, Molly Joyce, The Irish Penal Reform Trust’s Deputy Director and she joined Ciara on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Russian and Ukrainian officials are today meeting in Istanbul for peace talks. They are the first face-to-face talks aimed at ending the conflict since the 10th of March. Sean Bell Retired Air Vice-Marshal who served with the UK military and Current Adviser with global Defence Consultants UDSS spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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Owning your smartphone could be a thing of the past if Apple gets its way. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us on Newstalk Breakfast with now the details.
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Housing prices rose by 2.4% on average during the first three months of this year. That’s according to the latest Daft.ie Sales Report. The average listed price nationwide is now more than 8% higher than this time last year. Ronan Lyons is an Economist at Trinity College Dublin and the uthor of this report and he spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
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Ukraine is prepared to discuss adopting a neutral status as part of a peace deal with Russia. That’s what President Volodymyr Zelensky told the media over the weekend. Will it be enough to stop the destruction in war-torn Ukraine and just what is Russia’s ultimate endgame? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Jonathan Marcus is the Former BBC Defence and Diplomatic Correspondent.
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Prices for popular family holiday destinations have rocketed by up to 16pc at peak times.
Figures in today’s Irish Independent show popular sun holidays in the Canary Islands, Spain, and Portugal, which are significantly more expensive in July and August of this year compared to the same period pre-pandemic in 2019. Speaking to Shane this morning was Paul Hackett, president of the Irish Travel Agents Association (ITAA).
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Ukraine's military intelligence chief has claimed that Russia wants to split Ukraine in two similar to North and South Korea. The claim comes ahead of the latest peace talks between Ukrainian and Russian officials which are taking place in Turkey. Bel Trew International correspondent for The Independent spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
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Gay and bisexual men will finally be allowed to donate blood in Ireland. The Irish Blood Transfusion Service has announced the change to their donation regulations today. Dr Ter Horvig Medical and Scientific Director with the Irish Blood Transfusion Service spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
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A Ukrainian couple who fled the war and drove more than 3,000km to Ireland from Kyiv were left distraught when their car was broken into in Dublin and most of their belongings were stolen. This Irish Mirror reports this morning how terrified Anass and Olena, rushed to leave their capital city as bombs rained down after the Russian invasion began on February 2. Anass spoke to Shane this morning about what happened.
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Daffodil Day returns to the streets of Ireland for the first time today since 2019 and the Irish Cancer Society is calling on the public to take part in any way they can to show solidarity and support for anyone affected by cancer.
Joining us this morning on the show with her own personal story was Rachel Purcell Ambassador for the Irish Cancer Society's Daffodil Day.
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There is a push within Government to reduce the current seven-day isolation period to ease pressure on employers.
Easing the rules would free up more than 5,000 healthcare workers who are currently on leave due to the virus. We get reaction from Dr. Illona Duffy GP based in Monaghan.
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US President Joe Biden has said the west will respond proportionately if Russia uses chemical weapons in Ukraine. Western leaders are growing fearful Vladmir Putin could be about to use banned chemical weapons to gain the upper hand in the conflict.
Dr Nick Ritchie, senior lecturer in International Security at the University of York spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning with more on this.
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Recently we've been talking about the idea of a United Ireland and one person who thinks The Republic is not ready is Former Ireland rugby international Andrew Trimble who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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School Climate strikers returning to streets around the country today for the Global Climate strike. One of those students is an activist with Fridays for Future, Anjelica Foley and she joined Ciara on the show this morning ahead of the protest.
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It’s Day 84 of 100 Days of walking and as always at this time of the week we catch up with our walker of the week. Catherine Parry is from Malmesbury, England, and told us how she got involved.
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The UN estimates that 10 million people have now been displaced by the war in Ukraine, and now attention has turned to the estimated 6.5 million who are believed to be internally displaced within the country
Ros O’Sullivan is Head of emergency operations with Concern joined Shane on the line from Ternopil in Western Ukraine.
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Several Irish hospitals have had to re-impose bans on visitors as the number of COVID-19 admissions rose to 225 yesterday, the highest on record in a single day since the start of the pandemic. With reaction to this increase in COVID numbers, Ciara spoke to Sam McConkey consultant Infectious Disease Specialist at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland.
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A new middle rate of income tax of 30 percent is being considered by the Government in order to ease pressure amid the cost-of-living crisis. Professor Stephen Kinsella, Head of the Department of Economics at the University of Limerick and Chief Economics Writer at The Currency spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
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Europe’s biggest offensive since the Second World War has forced the exodus of millions of people from the country, as it braces for a second month of bombing, destruction and deaths.
A month on where will the war go from here, for more on this Shane spoke to General Sir Richard Barrons, a former head of the UK’s Joint Forces Command & leading UK Defence Expert.
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Reviews into domestic violence killings and primary and secondary school pupils being taught about consent, domestic violence, and coercive control. Those are just some of the measures included to be included in the national strategy for domestic, sexual and gender-based violence which will be published next month.
The Irish Times carries details of the report in today’s paper and for more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sarah Benson CEO of Women’s Aid.
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TD Ivana Bacik is widely expected to be the next leader after Alan Kelly resigned at the beginning of the month.Could Bacik turn the party’s fortunes around? To discuss further Shane was joined on the show this morning by Terry Prone is Chairman of the Communications Clinic.
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A new round of EU sanctions against Russia is likely to be discussed by EU leaders over the next two days. For more on this Ciara spoke to Suzanne Lynch a Journalist with Politico Europe.
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Since its invasion of Ukraine, massive political and economic sanctions have been applied to Russia. But how has that been received in the US? To discuss further Breakfast Business spoke to former NBC war reporter and now pollster with Quinnipiac Tim Malloy.
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Newstalk's Business Editor Joe Lynam takes a run through some business stories that are featured in today's business papers.
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A new report from the ESRI is predicting that due to uncertainties around the global economy, namely the Russian invasion of Ukraine, inflation could average 6.7 percent in 2022 and 5.0 percent in 2023.
Oana Peia Assistant Professor at the School of Economics, University College Dublin spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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Ukraine's president has said there is "nothing left" of the city of Mariupol after weeks of Russian bombardment, and Kyiv appealed to Moscow to allow the evacuation of at least 100,000 people who want to leave.
Channel 4 News International Editor Lindsey Hilsum is in Dnipro and she brought us up to date on what has happened in the last 24 hours.
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It’s time to get tough on online dating scams. That’s the view of Anna Rowe of catchthecatfish.com. Anna started a petition to make catfishing a crime in the UK after discovering her partner of 14 months had used a fake Tinder profile to meet her and was actually married all along.
So, should catfishing be criminalised here in Ireland too? We spoke to Alexandra Ryan, CEO and founder of Goss.ie for more on this.
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Netflix recently hiked its prices for Irish customers, meaning if you want the best price plan with all the bells and whistles, it’ll cost you €20.99 a month. But how much are we paying out for streaming services and are they really worth it? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly.
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People Before Profit Solidarity have announced they’ll be bringing a Bill in their Private Members Time next week seeking to explicitly insert Irish military neutrality into the constitution. To discuss Ciara was joined on the show this morning by Paul Murphy, People Before Profit TD, and also Defence and Security Expert, Declan Power.
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MPs at Westminster voted on Tuesday night to reinstate the requirement for a US-style visa waiver for non-Irish EU citizens crossing the Border as part of proposed new UK immigration laws. With reaction, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Thomas Pringle Independent TD for Donegal.
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James McManus, an Elite Irish Adventurer hopes to make history by becoming the first ever person from Ireland to climb Mount Everest without using supplementary oxygen. If successful James will join an elite list of just 216 people who have ever managed to complete this extreme mountaineering challenge. James spoke to Newstalk Breakfast about the mammoth challenge he is undertaking.
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63,954 Covid cases have been reported since St Patrick's Day. We’re in the midst of a Covid resurgence but is there any cause for concern? Ciara spoke to Dr Mary Favier, Covid advisor to the Irish College of GPs .
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Ukraine has said it will never bow to ultimatums to surrender its cities, including devastated Mariupol, as authorities in Odesa accused Russian forces of striking residential areas in their first attack on the vital Black Seaport. For more on this Shane was joined on Newstalk Breakfast by Patrick Bury, Senior Security lecturer at the University of Bath, former NATO analyst, and army officer.
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As the cost of living continues to rise, is it time to have a serious conversation around building the Shannon LNG terminal? Joining Ciara to discuss this is Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin, John Fitzgerald and John McElligot, Safety Before LNG.
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The "Cliffs of more tourists" that’s one of many critical reviews left on the Cliff’s of Moher’s Tripadvisor page. Ireland’s favourite tourist attraction is being called a tourist trap and a rip-off by unhappy travellers but it’s not the only hotspot to leave visitors underwhelmed. Fiona Looney is a Columnist and she told Newstalk Breakfast of the tourist spots that have left her underwhelmed.
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Ireland’s warm welcome for Ukrainian refugees reveals the ‘hypocrisy’ of the state’s immigration system. That’s the view of Lucky Khambule, Co-founder of the Movement of Asylum Seekers in Ireland, and Lucky spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The long weekend might be over but the good weather, at least, is set to continue. For more on what to expect weatherwise this week, Shane spoke to Alan O’Reilly of Carlow Weather.
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Caesarean sections have increased fivefold over the past 40 years, much to the concern of many midwives. That’s according to a new study that found more than a third of Irish babies are now born through the procedure. Dr Siobhán Corrigan, Assistant professor school of psychology at Trinity College Dublin led the paper and Dr. Corrigan spoke to Ciara on the show this morning with more on the study findings.
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Russia's Defence Ministry has offered to open humanitarian corridors this morning from Mariupol, going east and west out of the besieged city. With an update on the situation in Ukraine Ciara spoke to Siobhan O’Grady Correspondent for the Washington Post in Kyiv.
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Irish addiction counsellors say that cocaine is 'easier to order online than pizza' in rural Ireland. Meanwhile, the number of people being treated for cocaine addiction has tripled in six years. Conor Harris spent five months in residential rehab after developing a cocaine problem in his late teens and he told Shane his story on the show this morning.
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Should other countries have an effective veto on where Ireland can send peacekeeping troops? To discuss Ciara spoke to Fianna Fáil MEP Billy Kelleher.
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Shannon airport has scrapped the 100ml rule on liquids carried in cabin baggage, which has been in place since 2006 to guard against terrorism. Why have they done this, and how long before other airports follow suit? For more on this Shane was joined on the show this morning by Editor of Air and Travel Magazine Eoghan Corry.
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Over 3 million Ukrainian refugees have fled the country since the beginning of the war, according to the United Nations. They include 1.8 million Ukrainians now in Poland, the UN refugee agency has said, with 300,000 moving on to Western Europe. Dr Hanna Shelest, Director of Security Programmes, Foreign Policy Council spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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One in five Irish homes will be hit by massive energy price hikes as a result of the increases announced by Bord Gais yesterday Are more increases on the way, and how will Irish households cope? Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Minister for Finance & President of the Eurogroup Paschal Donohoe.
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Today is national flag day, celebrating the positive message behind the Irish flag. But with ongoing discussion around a United Ireland, is it time to consider changing the tricolour and the National Anthem too? For more on this Ciara spoke to Mattie McGrath, Independent TD for Tipperary.
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Ireland is poised for a spike in an apartment buildings, as More than two thirds of planned new homes are going to be apartments. But are they a realistic option for families to move into? To discuss this further Ciara spoke to Alfonso Bonilla Director of Maremoto.
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An Irish cameraman working for Fox News, has been killed outside Kyiv in Ukraine. Pierre, who grew up and was educated in Dublin, was killed alongside Ukrainian journalist Oleksandra Kuvshynova when their vehicle was struck yesterday by incoming fire in Horenka, outside the capital. For the latest what is happening in Ukraine Newstalk Breakfast spoke to a Washington Post reporter currently in Kyiv, Siobhan O’Grady.
Tributes have been pouring in for Pierre in the last 24 hours and joining us now is a friend and former classmate Stephen O’Dea, friend and classmate of Pierre and his friend and colleague Marcus Yam, Foreign Correspondent with the LA Times
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It really is nice to be nice. That’s according to the results of the largest public study of kindness ever carried out. Professor Robin Banerjee of the University of Sussex was the lead researcher of The Kindness Test and he talked us through the results a little earlier this morning also Ciara spoke to Stella O’Malley is a Psychotherapist and Author.
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Approximately 3% of licenced venues have signed up for the training courses launched by the Government for the nightlife sector aiming to prevent violence against women. That's according to figures obtained by Newstalk Breakfast. In reaction to these figures, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sunil Sharpe Spokesperson from the Give Us The Night Campaign.
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A senior US defence official has said that “almost all” of the Russian advances in Ukraine “remain stalled,” during a background briefing with reporters on Monday Where does the Russian military strategy go from here? To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Patrick Bury Senior Security lecturer at the University of Bath, former NATO analyst and army officer and we heard from Lesia Vasylenko a Ukrainian MP.
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Those aged under 25 could be banned from buying cigarettes in the UK under new plans to be smoke-free by 2030. Should Ireland consider something similar? To debate Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Luke Clancy, Director General of the Tobacco Free Research Institute Ireland and Consultant Respiratory Physician and Ian O’Doherty, Irish Independent Columnist.
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Peace talks continued over the weekend between Russian and Ukrainian officials but there has been no breakthrough as of yet. Gerard Toal is Professor of Government and International Affairs at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University has been writing in the Irish Times about what is needed to end the war and Professor Toal spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
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New ‘Recycling Habits during Covid-19’ research reveals two-thirds of us have unused electrical items in the home Joining Shane this morning on the show was Martin Tobin, CEO, ERP Ireland.
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Russia’s military forces have kept up their punishing campaign to capture Ukraine’s capital with fighting and artillery fire in Kyiv’s suburbs. It comes after an airstrike on a military base near the Polish border brought the war close to Nato’s doorstep.
James Waterhouse is the BBC’s Kyiv correspondent and James spoke to Ciara this morning to explain how the situation was Kyiv overnight.
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Organisers of Electric Picnic confirmed on Friday that tickets for the 2022 festival are sold out and are warning fans against buying tickets from illegitimate sources. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us with the details.
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Covid-19 hospital cases up nearly 60% in past two weeks with more people in hospital now than in late January. So why is this happening and should we be worried? With reaction, Shane spoke to Professor Jack Lambert from the UCD School of Medicine.
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A Russian air strike on a large Ukrainian military facility near the border with NATO member Poland has left 35 people dead and 134 injured, a local Ukrainian official has said, as other officials reported intense Russian attacks around the country
General Sir Richard Barrons, A former head of the UK’s Joint Forces Command & leading UK Defence expert spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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Government should request the use of Ireland’s 60,000 holiday homes to house refugees -that’s the view of our next guest Dr Lorcan Sirr Senior Lecturer in Housing at Technological University Dublin.
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The price of a litre of fuel on Irish forecourts could top €2.60. That was the view of David Horgan, the chairman of Petrel Resources. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Paddy Comyn from AA Ireland.
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A report on the practice of illegal adoptions in Ireland will recommend the establishment of a State inquiry. The report, by the Government's Special Rapporteur on Child Protection, is to be published later today and will also advise that those affected by illegal birth registrations should receive a State apology.
Susan Lohan, Co-founder of the Adoption Rights Alliance spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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A Russian airstrike on a large Ukrainian military facility near the border with NATO member Poland has left 35 people dead and 134 injured. For the latest in Ukraine Shane spoke to Nika Melkozerova, New Voice Ukraine Executive Editor.
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Deputy Business Editor Gavin McLoughlin takes a look through Monday's business pages.
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Former rugby legend Tony Ward has opened up about getting older –saying the first time he was first fitted for hearing aids, he felt as if he had been handed a Zimmer frame – and that conceding to time has been a psychological battle.
Celia Holman Lee, Irish model, fashion stylist, and television presenter joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
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A new report published in The Lancet compares Covid death tolls in countries across the world. Dr Chris Murray, Institute Director at the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation explained the findings of the study while Sam Mc Conkey, Infectious Disease Specialist at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland spoke to Ciara Kelly to explain the crux of this report.
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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is continuing despite leaders from both countries meeting in Turkey yesterday. For the latest, Neil Hauer Journalist with bneIntelliNews, who is on the ground in Mykolaiv and,
in Mariupol, Mass graves have been opened as casualties there continue to mount. A Russian airstrike hit a children's hospital in the city on Wednesday injuring 17 people, while locals are melting snow for drinking water as the city’s infrastructures have collapsed. Sergei Orlov is Deputy mayor of Mariupol spoke to Shane this morning.
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Transport Minister Eamon Ryan’s remarks that motorists should drive slower to ease fuel consumption have been the subject of much debate since they were made earlier this week. But would a temporary reduction in speed limits have a positive impact on our fuel consumption?
Pauline O’Reilly is a Green Party Senator spoke to Ciara Kelly this morning.
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Pixar has accused its parent company Disney of censoring “overtly gay affection” from its films, and that storylines and characters were edited out by nervous executives.
Maria Walsh Fine Gael MEP joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
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Plant and machinery contractors are threatening to bring building sites across the country to a standstill next week over the problem of soaring fuel prices. They met with members yesterday evening and joining me now is CEO of the Irish Plant Contractors Association Brian Coogan joined Shane Coleman on the show.
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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is continuing despite leaders from both countries meeting in Turkey yesterday. The countries foreign ministers but no deal was reached with Russia demanding that Ukraine be disarmed, accept neutral status and formally accept Russia’s annexation of Crimea.
Kim Sengupta, Defence and Diplomatic Editor of The Independent, in Kyiv joined us on the show this morning meanwhile,
Taoiseach Mícheál Martin has joined his fellow EU leaders to discuss the ongoing crisis for a 2-day summit in Paris. Fresh economic sanctions on Russia could be imposed following the summit. Danny McConnell Political Editor with the Irish Examiner is at that EU leader's summit...
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Female body hair is making a comeback. That’s right gen z and millennial women are ditching the wax and embracing nature at rates that haven’t been seen since the invention of the disposable razor.
Síomha Ní Ruairc, presenter with TG4 and youth co-ordinator with conradh na gaeilge is one of them and she joined Ciara Kelly on the show.
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The Russian embassy in Dublin could soon be located on “Independent Ukraine Road”. Yes, councilors have proposed a name change for Orwell Road where the embassy is located. It was unanimously agreed upon by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council but as the road is partially located in Dublin City Council territory, they must agree upon it too.
Nial Ring, Former Lord Mayor of Dublin and City Councillor joined Shane on the show to discuss.
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More than 2,500 Ukrainian refugees have arrived in Ireland so far and around one-third of the arrivals are children. Can our education system cater for the needs of these young people?
Education Minister Norma Foley spoke to Ciara this morning.
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Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, says children are buried under rubble after a Russian airstrike hit a maternity hospital in Mariupol.
Oleksiy Sorokin Political Editor with the Kyiv Independent and Jonathan Marcus, former BBC defense and diplomatic correspondent joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Some backbenchers in government parties have joined opposition calls to delay the planned increase in carbon tax in May. It comes as many prices at the pumps remain over €2 a litre despite the cut in fuel excise.
Tim Lombard, Fine Gael Senator joined Sahne Coleman on the show to discuss.
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Restoring historic buildings beats letting them crumble. So says Senator Michael McDowell. Writing in the Irish Times he says that Ireland has lost lots of architectural heritage in a rush to conserve places for crows. Senator McDowell joined us on the show this morning.
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Does the alcohol industry have too much power in influencing health policy? Today a number of global experts will join the Irish Community Action on Alcohol Network in launching a new initiative designed to challenge and resist the growing influence and impact that the alcohol industry is having on health and wellbeing.
Paula Leonard, National Lead for Community Action on Alcohol-based in the alcohol forum joined Shane on the show.
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Ukrainian president Volodymr Zelenskiy accused Russia on Wednesday of carrying out an airstrike that severely damaged a children’s hospital in the southern port city of Mariupol.
Siobhán O’Grady, Washington Post reporter currently in Kyiv joined Ciara Kelly on the show with the latest.
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Minister Roderick O’Gorman discusses the new Ukrainian refugee portal and more with Pat on the show this morning.
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We hear how a proposed 2 million euro revamp of Lucan Village has caused a divide in the local community. To debate this issue Pat was joined on the show by Joanna Tuffy Labour Councillor and Dr David Lombard Lucan Village GP.
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NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has said the United States-led transatlantic military alliance has a “responsibility” to ensure Russia’s offensive “does not escalate and spread beyond Ukraine” How will Russia’s war with Ukraine end?
To discuss Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Sean Bell, Retired air vice marshal who served with the UK military and current adviser with global Defence consultants UDSS.
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Over 2000 people who have fled Ukraine have arrived in Ireland so far, with about 640 of them staying in hotels. Two-thirds of those who have arrived are staying with family members, Cabinet yesterday discussed detailed proposals for future accommodation options. How much of a cost will the war in Ukraine have on Ireland? To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Minister for Public expenditure and reform, Michael McGrath.
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Religious sisters are the last group of women about which we can say whatever we like. That’s the view of David Quinn, Columnist with the Sunday Times who says Irish nuns have been caricatured in film and tv as evil, cruel and inhumane. David spoke to Ciara this morning with more on this.
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The Labour party’s Flexible Working Bill is before the Oireachtas today. Aodhan O’Riordan is Labour’s Education Spokesperson and he joined Shane this morning to briefly outline the contents of the bill.
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Hospital overcrowding remains high across the country with latest INMO figures showing 507 people waiting on trolleys with University Hospital Limerick worst affected at 81 people. The issue will today be discussed before the Oireachtas Health Committee.
Phil Ni Sheaghdha, The General Secretary of the INMO is one of those speaking today and Phil spoke to Ciara this morning on the show.
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The head of NATO has said Russian armed forces may be deliberately targeting civilians as they try to flee the military assault on Ukraine as the eastern European country's Defence Minister said 38 children had been killed by Moscow's forces.
Kim Sengupta, Defence and Diplomatic Editor of The Independent and Karl Qualls, Professor of History and Russia specialist at Dickinson College in the US spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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It’s International Women’s Day –the annual celebration of the cultural, political, and socioeconomic achievements of women. But in 2022 is this global commemoration relevant, and is it still necessary? To discuss Sinead spoke to Ella Whelan a Political Journalist, Author and contributor to Spiked online and Dr Mary McCauliffe Director of gender studies at UCD.
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Olga Tokariuk Independent Journalist in Ukraine spoke to Pat this morning from Ukraine and how this situation is this morning. Also Vice Admiral Mark Mellet Board Member of the Thomas Francis Meagher Foundation & Chief of Staff of The Defense Forces (Ret.) joined Pat this morning to discuss the current situation with Russia and Ukraine.
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The excise duty on fuel could be reduced under a new taxation policy if petrol and diesel prices continue to soar. The Government is considering the introduction of a “swing mechanism” if costs increase further due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. John Fitzgerald, Adjunct Professor in Economics at Trinty College Dublin spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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A third round of talks between delegations from Russia and Ukraine has ended with Kyiv citing a small amount of progress on opening humanitarian corridors. Christopher Miller, Correspondent with Buzzfeed news is on the ground in Kyiv, Ukraine and he spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
With more than 1.5 million refugees have fled Ukraine since the Russian invasion began almost two weeks ago. What is Europe doing to help Ukraine, and should further sanctions be considered? Shane spoke to Mairead McGuinness, European Commissioner for Financial Services, Financial Stability, and Capital Markets Union.
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Does Ireland need more railways? That will be the topic of discussion at the Oireachtas Transport Committee today who will hear submissions on the All-Island Rail Review. One of the lines discussed will be the Western Railway Corridor which could run from Ennis as far as Enniskillen. Shane was joined on the show by John Mulligan from the Western Rail Trail and Peter Feeney from West on Track to discuss this further.
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The Banking & Payments Federation Ireland is warning that higher security standards for recurring card payments will come into effect today. Gillian Byrne is Head of Payments at the BPFI spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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A rescue attempt to help stranded Irish medical student Racheal Diyaolu flee from Sumy in Ukraine has failed after volunteers were fired on by the Russian military. The 19-year-old from Co Carlow, spoke to us this morning as she tries to make her way to the border.
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As you know, we are in the middle of Seachtain na Gaeilge. If you’re looking to brush up on you’re cupla focail, listen up because our Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly has some tech solutions that may help.
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Agriculture Minister Charlie McConalogue will meet with Irish farmers next week to ask them to plant wheat, barley, and other grains on some of their land but how do farmers feel about this request? President of the Irish Farmers Association, Tim Cullinane spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Sunday his campaign in Ukraine was going to plan and would not end until Kyiv stopped fighting. Efforts to evacuate 200,000 people from the heavily bombarded city of Mariupol fell apart for the second day in a row.
Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Russian security expert and writer, Andrei Soldatov also James Waterhouse is the BBC’s Kyiv correspondent brought us up to speed on what this morning is bringing from Ukraine.
Ukraine MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak who was born and raised in Mariupol spoke to us this morning.
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More landlords than ever are exiting the market and putting their properties up for sale, evicting tenants and driving a rise in family homelessness, according to new figures from The Residential Tenancies Board. To discuss Ciara spoke to Karl Deeter Irish Mortgage Brokers.
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Taxi drivers are seeking an increase of €1 per trip due to the increase in fuel costs. Shane asked Darren English Spokesperson with the National Taxi Forum why are they asking for this fare increase.
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Invading forces in Ukraine pushed closer to Kyiv as efforts to evacuate 200,000 people from the heavily bombarded city of Mariupol fell apart for the second day in a row. We get the latest on the situation in Ukraine with Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
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Gavin discusses the impact of rising fuel prices on petrol stations with Kevin McPartlan, Fuels for Ireland.
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It’s day 63 of 100 days of walking can you believe it? Once again it is time to find out who this week’s walker of the week is it’s Frances Clarke from Passagewest in Co Cork. Well done Frances.
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We get the latest from on the ground in Ukraine with Neil HauerJournalist with Bne IntelliNews, on the ground in Lviv (near the Polish border). Pat also spoke to Ivan Farina, 51, heading to Ukraine to fight on Saturday.
Tom Clonan Security Analyst and retired Irish Army Captain discuss The Kremlin's war aims.
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Inflation in the OECD soared to 7.2 percent in January, but could the ongoing war in Ukraine send prices up even further? For more on this Ciara spoke to Stephen Kinsella, who is Assistant Professor of Economics at the University of Limerick.
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More than a million people are estimated to have fled across the country’s borders but to bring us up to speed on the latest developments on the ground is Siobhán O’Grady, a Washington Post reporter currently in Kyiv and also joining us with analysis is General Sir Richard Barrons, Former commander of the UK’s Joint Forces Command & leading UK Defence Expert.
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Today is World Obesity Day. A new survey from Laya to coincide with the Day has found that 10% of Irish children aged between 9-12 eat fast-food takeaways more than once a week while 63% of children eat chocolate more than once per week.
Does Ireland now need a national conversation on obesity? To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Dr Eva Orsmond Medical doctor and health advocate at Orsmond clinics in Dublin and Galway.
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Protestant, loyalists, and unionists in Belfast are learning the Irish language in increasing numbers. That’s according to Irish language campaigner Linda Ervine, who joined us on the show.
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Current grants for electrical vehicles in Ireland “privilege high-income people”.
That’s according to a new study by researchers at Trinity College and Queens University Belfast, which found that low-income and other marginalised groups are being left behind in the transition to an EV future.
Brian Caulfield is an Associate Professor at the School of Engineering at Trinity College Dublin and lead author of this research and he spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Ukraine’s President Zelensky has called for more military aid as Vladimir Putin warns the war will continue ‘until the end’.
More than a million people have been displaced in the eight days since the Russians first invaded Ukraine, while thousands of civilian lives are estimated to have been lost already. With the latest on the war between Russia and Ukraine Ciara spoke to Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
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The World Health Organisation is calling on Nightclubs to provide customers with earplugs and quiet chill-out rooms to protect against hearing damage. Dolores Madden a Audiologist with Hidden Hearing spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Pat was joined this morning by Symeon Brown Channel 4 News Correspondent and Author 'Get Rich or Lie Trying: Ambition & Deceit in the New Influencer Economy'.who investigates the online influencer lifestyle and its effects on the current generation.
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Alan Kelly announced last night he is to resign as Labour Party leader after his parliamentary colleagues told him they’d lost confidence in him. Ray Kavanagh Former General Secretary of the Labour Party and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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More than 2,000 civilians have been killed so far in Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the country's emergency service has said. It came as Russian forces closed in on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and attacks across the country's main cities intensified seven days after the start of the invasion.
Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Inna Sovsun, Member of Parliament in Ukraine, and also Jonathan Marcus, former BBC Defence, and Diplomatic Correspondent.
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‘Childbirth can be traumatic for fathers. Will nobody spare us a thought? So reads the headline of a piece in The UK Times written by Matt Rudd reflecting on his own experience. On the surface, it’s a concept that may make many people especially women wince but is there truth to it?
Can childbirth be traumatic for fathers, and if so, are men afraid to talk about it? To chat about this further Shane spoke to Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin.
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Gardaí were called over the weekend after a referee in his sixties was assaulted during an amateur football match in Dublin. Sean Slattery, Vice President of the Irish Soccer Referees Society says it’s the fifth such attack since Christmas in Dublin alone and he spoke to Ciara on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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The price of petrol in Ireland hit record prices yesterday, breaking the €2 per litre barrier for the first time. For more on this, we spoke to Motoring Journalist Geraldine Herbert.
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International health experts have warned that Ukraine is facing a humanitarian crisis. Relentless Russian missile attacks on several cities have left as many as 2000 civilians dead while more than 800,000 have been forced to flee the country.
Newstalk Breakfast spoke to James Waterhouse BBC’s Kyiv correspondent and also Neil Hauer Journalist with bneIntelliNews is on the ground in Lviv (near Polish border).
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Rathdown School in Glenageary is to admit boys for the first time. The principal of the all-girls private school says “The need for a single-sex school isn’t there any there anymore. Brian Moore, principal of Rathdown School spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on their decision to admit boys to his school.
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Today is the beginning of Lent, an important day in the Catholic calendar beginning 40 days of fast and abstinence. But how important is Lent in today’s world? We asked Fr Paddy Byrne, Parish Priest in Abbeyleix, Ballinakill and Raheen in Co. Laois.
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Discrimination against people living with obesity is the last acceptable form of prejudice. That’s the view of Secretary of the Irish Coalition for People Living with Obesity, Maura Murphy who says she was passed over for career promotion because she wasn‘t considered “front-office material” and Maura spoke to us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Russia has stepped up its attack on Ukraine sending a 60km-long Russian army convoy towards Kyiv. There are many Irish people unable to flee Ukraine who is caught up in all of this.
Racheal Diyaolu Irish medical student studying in Ukraine stuck in hostel on the Russian Border and we spoke to Rachel this morning. We also spoke to Brendan Murphy an Irish Businessman who’s trying to escape Kyiv and make his way to the Polish border.
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“Proposed new laws regulating the rights of employees to request remote working are fundamentally flawed and stacked in favour of the employer” That’s the view of the Financial Services Union and their General Secretary John O'Connell spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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It’s one week since the Russians began their attack on Ukraine. Civilian lives have been lost at more than half a million people have fled from their homes and across the country’s borders. For more on the situation in the Ukraine Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Dan Rivers ITV News Correspondent who is Ukraine, Glib Mazepa, Ukranian PHD student in Kharkiv, and also Neil Hauer Journalist with bneIntelliNews is on the ground in Lviv.
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Fancy practicing your cúpla focal? Well now is the perfect time. Seachtain na Gaeilge begins today and runs all the way to St Patrick’s Day.
So, we thought we’d speak to one of Ireland’s best-known Gaeilgeoirí - TV presenter Daithí Ó Sé who joined us on the show.
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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 and scientists raising serious concerns about potential health risks.
Richard Chambers the CEO of IVF drip, the makers of the drip told Andrea he believed the treatment was safe. Dr Trish Horgan, from Broadlane Family Practice in Cork joined us on the show to express her concerns.
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Details for the referendum on housing rights are due to be revealed today by Housing Commission. Rory Hearne, Assistant Professor of Social Policy at Maynooth University joined Shane on the show to discuss.
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Russian forces launched rocket attacks that killed “dozens” of civilians in Ukraine’s second city, and began a renewed assault on the capital Kyiv, as Moscow faces unprecedented western sanctions and isolation.
General Sir Richard Barrons A former head of the UK’s joint forces command & leading UK Defence expert along with Kim Sengupta, Defence and Diplomatic Editor of The Independent from Kyiv joined us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Over 224,000 penalty point notices were issued last year, nearly 27,000 more than the previous year. That’s according to figures released to Newstalk.
Eoghan Murphy – Newstalk Reporter has been going through the figures and has the details while Shane O'Donoghue, Editor with completecar.ie joined us on the show with his view.
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The Government must show leadership and stop hiding behind Citizens’ Assemblies. That’s the view of Irish Independent Columnist, Lorraine Courtney who joined us on the show along with Ivana Bacik, Labour Spokesperson on children
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In its latest report, The United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change says that despite efforts to reduce the risk, human-induced climate change is causing dangerous and widespread disruption in nature and affecting the lives of billions of people around the world. Should Ireland move to nuclear power to help the environment?
Nuclear Engineer Norma O’Mahony joined Shane Coleman on the show to discuss.
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The Russian attack on Ukraine continued overnight. Dozens of civilians have been killed while hundreds of thousands try to flee across the country’s borders.
Marcus Yam, Foreign Correspondent with the LA Times and Andrew Roth is Moscow Correspondent with the Guardian joined Ciara on the show for the latest on the crisis in Eastern Europe.
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Do you know what really goes in into the recycle bin? If you are unsure we have some advice and tips for you. Pat was joined this morning by David Tobin Circular Economy and Sustainability Director at Beauparc Utilities.
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In 2018 31.1% of children aged 10-17 reported having been bullied at school in the past couple of months that’s according to the latest State of the Nation’s Children report. James O'Higgins Norman Director of DCU’s National Anti-Bullying Centre spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on the finding of this report.
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After two years of unprecedented disruption, schools will today resume normal routines, teaching, and learning activities. So how are schools set for the day ahead? Ciara was joined on the show by Kathryn Corbett Principal Bishop Galvin National School in Templeogue in Dublin and Alan Kelly principal of Scoil Mhuire Naofa in Carrigallen, Co Leitrim. #
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EU foreign ministers met last night to decide on further sanctions ahead of a meeting of Defence Ministers this morning. Minister Simon Coveney, who fulfils both roles, brought Shane up to speed on the situation.
Talks between Russian and Ukrainian delegates took place on the Belarusian border last night. Lesia Vasylenko is a Ukrainian MP and Jonathan Marcus is the former BBC Defence and Diplomatic correspondent spoke to us on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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A new UN science report will be published later today, and it’s set to send what may be the starkest warning yet about the impacts of climate change on people and the planet. Cara Augustenborg, is Professor of Environmental Policy at UCD and a member of the Climate Change Advisory Council spoke to us this morning on the show.
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One in ten, that's how many eating disorder suffers are estimated to be male. Cormac Ryan is in recovery from his own battle with food and he joins us this morning on the first day of Eating Disorder Awareness week.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin put his country’s nuclear forces on high alert as Ukraine continued to beat back his troops from its major cities and the European Union announced sweeping action to boost Kyiv’s war effort and punish Moscow for its invasion. We crossed live to Kharkiv to get the latest.
Newstalk breakfast spoke to Jack Losh journalist currently on the ground in Kharkiv, eastern Ukraine which is currently under siege, Krzysztof Berenda, Head of RMF FM's Warsaw Editorial Office, and also Cormac Smith former adviser to Ukraine's Foreign Minister from 2016 – 2018.
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Vegetarians have a 14% lower chance of developing cancer than carnivores, that's according to a large study carried out by researchers at Oxford University. Sarah Keogh Dietician at Eatwell.ie joined us on the show this morning.
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Consumers and businesses face an energy shock in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, with the threat of significant hikes in oil and gas prices. Cliff Taylor, a columnist with the Irish Times joined Sinead Ryan on the show this morning.
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Ukraine’s health minister Oleh Lyashko said 57 people had been killed and 169 wounded after Russia launched the invasion by land, air, and sea on Thursday. This is the biggest attack by one state against another in Europe since World War Two. We were joined on Newstalk Breakfast this morning by Lesia Vasylenko Ukrainian MP, Ian Bond, Director of Foreign Policy, Centre for European Reform, and Marko Mihkeslon, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Estonian Parliament for reaction to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
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Those who do not have a religion or who no longer practice a religion should “mark no religion” in this year’s census. That’s the view of the Humanist Association of Ireland. Jillian Brennan is their CEO and joined us on the show this morning.
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Ukrainian people all over Ireland are fearing for the lives of their relatives who are unable to escape the horror of the Russian invasion. One of those is 20-year-old Anastasia Sytnyk, who has been living in Ireland for 12 years and is currently working in Dublin she joined Shane Coleman in studio to discuss the harrowing situation.
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Ukraine’s health minister Oleh Lyashko said 57 people had been killed and 169 wounded after Russia launched the invasion by land, air, and sea on Thursday. This is the biggest attack by one state against another in Europe since World War Two. Jack Losh, a journalist currently on the ground in Kharkiv, eastern Ukraine which is currently under siege, Neil Hauer, Journalist with bneIntelliNews, on the ground in Kyiv and Paul Rogers, Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University all joined Shane Coleman and Sinead Ryan with the latest on the situation.
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Cormac Smith former adviser to Ukraine's foreign minister from 2016 – 2018 joined us on Newstalk Breakfast where he gave us his reaction to the Russian invasion of Ukraine this morning.
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Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney joined Ciara Kelly on the show with the latest on the Russian invasion of Ukraine and we get his reaction to the developing situation.
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Explosions have been heard in or near multiple cities in Ukraine - including the capital Kyiv- as Russian President Vladimir Putin confirms the military action and invasion. Tom Tugendhat Tory MP and chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee in the House of Commons and Jonathan Marcus former BBC defense and diplomatic correspondent spoke to Ciara and Shane about the developing situation.
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Fyre Festival, The Tinder Swindler, and Inventing Anna. Three real-life stories of fraud were made into three Netflix smash hits. But when the scammers at the center win fame rather than disgrace, is our enjoyment of these tales really harmless, or are we glorifying crime and the criminal as well? Chrissie Russell is a Freelance Journalist for the Irish Independent and spoke to Ciara this morning.
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Let’s go back to that breaking news from Ukraine where Russian forces have begun an invasion of the country with explosions heard in many cities across the country. Brendan Murphy Irish Businessman in Kyiv joined us on the show this morning.
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More desperate parents are seeking help with abusive children. That’s according to Parentline who saw a 47% increase in calls last year - 42% of which were related to aggressive, angry, or abusive behaviors from children in the home. Aileen Hickie is Parentline’s CEO and joined Ciara on the show.
If you have been affected by the topics discussed, you can call Parentline on (01) 873 3500. Lines are open Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. – 9. 00 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.
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Explosions have been heard in or near multiple cities in Ukraine - including the capital Kyiv. It comes as just over two hours ago, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the military action. Suzanne Lynch, Journalist with politico Europe, and Paul Rogers, Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University brought us up to date with the latest.
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Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen is to appear in front of Irish politicians today for a discussion on how Ireland can better regulate big tech.
Haugen made worldwide headlines in October after leaking internal documents and accusing the company of prioritising its growth over users’ safety. Shane spoke Frances and started by asking her what Ireland needs to do?
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Public debt increased by €33 billion during the two years of the Covid-19 pandemic and is now close to a quarter of a trillion euros.
That’s slightly more than the total national income for the state and it represents €47,250 for every person in the country. Minister For Finance, Paschal Donohoe spoke to our Business Editor Joe Lynam.
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Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien will today host a summit meeting with housing officers from councils across the country. The Minister spoke to Shane ahead of this meeting.
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The European Union last night agreed on new sanctions on Russia. The sanctions will blacklist more politicians, lawmakers, and officials, ban EU investors from trading in Russian state bonds, and target imports and exports with separatist entities. Ms. Larysa Gerasko, Ukraine Ambassador to Ireland spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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A recent report from Amnesty International entitled ‘Israel’s Apartheid Against Palestinians’ was discussed yesterday at an Oireachtas Joint Committee Meeting on Foreign Affairs and Defence. In reaction to this report, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Lironne Bar Sadeh Israeli Ambassador to Ireland, and Colm O’Gorman, Executive Director of Amnesty International.
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Man buns, avocado toast, and flat whites are all trendy trademarks, right? Well, not for long because according to trend forecasters, a “vibe shift” is upon us and everything that’s currently in will be soon on the way out. For more on this Ciara spoke to Corina Gaffey, Stylist and Fashion Writer.
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“Community wardens” could help tackle parking violations, littering, and abandoned dog poop, once and for all that’s according to our next guest, Labour Councillor Dermot Lacey. Ciara asked Councillor Lacy what exactly would these wardens would do?
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The breaking news overnight as The White House says President Biden will no longer be holding a summit with Vladimir Putin The summit had been mooted last weekend in an attempt to deescalate tensions in the region. Ian Bond is Director of foreign policy at the Centre for European Reform and spoke to Shane this morning with more on this breaking story.
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Dry January is the alcohol equivalent of a crash diet. That’s the view of our next guest who says the annual month of abstinence may actually perpetuate Ireland’s negative relationship with booze. Allison Keating, Chartered Psychologist, and Author spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
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No patient will have to wait more than a year for a hospital procedure by the end of 2022 under ambitious new HSE plans for the health service this year. That’s according to a leaked report from the HSE service plan in the Irish Times this morning. The full plan is set to be published tomorrow. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Anthony Staines is a Professor of Health Systems at the School of Nursing and Human Sciences in DCU.
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The tension between Russia and Ukraine escalated last night after President Putin agreed to recognise the two breakaway regions, Luhansk and Donetsk regions, in eastern Ukraine as independent entities. Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence Simon Coveney joined Shane this morning with his and the Government's reaction.
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Sinn Féin will today table a motion in the Dáil calling for the planned increase in carbon tax in May to be scrapped. The party says it should not go ahead due to the cost of living. Pearse Doherty is Sinn Féin’s Finance Spokesperson spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Several artists have removed their works from that National Gallery of Ireland in protest of the Gallery’s decision to allow Aramark to operate a cafe in the gallery. The Gallery has defended awarding to contract to the company which operates several Direct Provision centres in Ireland. Emma Roche is one of the artists to remove her works and she told Shane why she has.
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Ecoli was found in 1 in 20 private water supplies, that's according to a new report from the Environmental protection agency. Shane spoke to the Programme Manager with the EPA’s office of Environmental Enforcement, Noel Byrne with more details on the findings of this report.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree yesterday recognising two regions in eastern Ukraine as independent entities. The move has upped the ante and heightened tensions between the two countries, sparking fears the war may be imminent. For more on this, we spoke to Suzanne Lynch, Journalist with politico Europe, and also Cormac Smyth is the Former adviser to Pavlo Klimkin Ukraine's former Foreign Minister.
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Oranmore in Co Galway is home to one of more than 450 men’s sheds dotted across the country.
However, the members there say the conditions at their premises are not up to standard and need to be improved.
A fundraiser has now been launched to get the group a new facility.
Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie took a visit to the Oranmore Men's Shed to find out how vital the outlet is to the community.
And, on Saturday we brought Day 50 of 100 days of walking to Salthill in Galway, and here’s a little taster of how it went. Our next walk will be in Limerick for Day 75 and we will bring you more detail on that soon on the show.
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New research from Deloitte shows that 68% of people are alarmed by the extent to which brands track and use their personal data. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us this morning to explain how tracking technology works and what we can do about it.
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The Environmental Protection Agency has said that Ireland is unlikely to meet its emissions reduction targets for 2022. If this trend continues, are we in for more extreme weather events that will put the latest string of storms to shame, and what is in store for our climate in the precarious years to come? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to John Sweeney is a Climatologist and Professor Emeritus at Maynooth University.
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The government will today announce a number of major new initiatives to support Remote Working across the country. Heather Humphreys, Minister for Rural and Community Development spoke to us on the show this morning ahead of this announcement.
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Some of the country’s most prominent property developers are opposing a proposal that five percent of all large-scale developments in Dublin be set aside for cultural spaces, arguing that such a measure would result in an “over-proliferation of this type of floor space”. But are these spaces needed for the city to maintain its identity? To discuss, Shane was joined by Willie White, Member of the Arts, Culture and Recreation Strategic Policy Committee on Dublin City Council and Director of the Dublin Arts Festival.
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A new study from St James’s hospital in Dublin suggests a wave of cosmetic tourism during the pandemic has led to an increase in patients presenting there with complications. Marlese Dempsey is Consultant Plastic Surgeon at St James’s Hospital and she joined us on the show this morning with details of these findings.
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Clamping charges for motorists in Dublin City Centre are set to rise more than 50 per cent next month from €80 to €125. But is this the right approach to deter illegal parking? To debate we heard from Michael Pidgeon, Green Party Councillor for Dublin's South West Inner City and Mannix Flynn, Independent Dublin City Councillor.
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Over the weekend, shelling intensified in eastern Ukraine and the United States said Russia appeared to be “on the brink” of launching a major new attack on its neighbour. So how close to war are we? To discuss further Ciara spoke to Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University .
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Research from the University of Oxford has revealed shocking rates of Irish opiod use. Out of more than 30 countries studied worldwide, Ireland had the second highest sales of over-the-counter opioids. So, just how widespread is the problem? Laura Newell was addicted to painkillers for many years, an addiction that eventually led to her death. Her sister Carina joins Newstalk Breakfast to tell Laura's story.
As expected NPHET has advised that the mandatory wearing of masks in shops, public transport and schools should end. It has also recommended scaling back of the testing system and for NPHET itself to be significantly scaled back. So how are the public feeling about the further easing of restrictions? To discuss further we heard from Shane Timmons Research Officer with the Behavioural Research Unit at the ESRI.
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Storm Eunice has hit Ireland -with Status Red wind warnings being issued for Cork, Kerry, Clare and Waterford for Friday, while Donegal, Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim and Roscommon will be under Orange snow warnings. Met Éireann says wind gusts could reach up to 140km/h are forecast in some coastal counties.
With more updates on how the storm is progressing Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Peter Burke Minister of State with responsibility for Local Government & Planning, Josh Prenderville Journalist with Clare FM, Anne Lucey Kerry Journalist and Stephen Maguire Editor of Donegal Daily.
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According to doctors, the more we learn about early brain development, the more we understand the need for play based on human interaction. There is no screen or app that can replace the relationships built with toys. Specialist toy shops are now offering something different to the big chains, going back to basics, with wooden toys, puppets and marbles. Henry McKean found his inner child and sent us this report. With the Toy Shop in Malahide and The Bubble Room in Skerries focusing on traditional toys.
The institution of marriage is ‘tired, archaic, patriarchal, limiting, joyless, delusional, and frankly at odds with everything we ought to hold dear in a liberal egalitarian society’ that’s according to our guest, Finn McRedmond Irish Times Columnist along with Broadcaster & Columnist Wendy Grace.
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It’s Day 49 of 100 days of walking and as always at this time of the week we like to catch up with our walker of the week. Jeremy Madden is living in Galway and he explains why he decided to take part in the challenge. #100daysofwalking
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The TV licence is expected to be replaced by a wider media levy, which will also seek to direct funding to local and other national media outlets. However, the government is divided on how much extra funding should be diverted as it could result in a hike in the cost of the licence. In reaction to this Ciara spoke to Larry Bass Ceo of ShinAwil.
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Tensions between Russia and the West escalated further yesterday, as the US said the Kremlin may manufacture a “false flag event” such as a fake terrorist bombing, a drone strike or even a chemical attack to justify an invasion of Ukraine. For an update on this situation in Ukraine we heard from Paul Rodgers , Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University.
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Storm Eunice has hit Ireland -with Status Red wind warnings being issued for Cork, Kerry, Clare and Waterford for Friday, while Donegal, Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim, and Roscommon will be under Orange snow warnings. Met Éireann says wind gusts could reach up to 140km/h are forecast in some coastal counties.
For an update on the situation, Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Matthew Martin from Met Eireann, Anna Cullen, Multimedia of AA Roadwatch and Siobhan Wynne from the ESB. Also to get an update from the South of Ireland we heard from Ralph Riegel Southern Correspondent with the Irish Independent –coming live from Cork and Liz Dunphy Journalist with the Irish Examiner coming to us live from Waterford.
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First Friday's gives Irish start-ups gave them a chance to mingle with more experienced technology companies, get face-to-face mentoring from the likes of Google, Microsoft, Salesforce, and other tech giants and potentially bump into would-be Investors.
They’re back to starting on the 3rd of March and instead of only taking place in Dublin, they will be all over the country in Belfast, Galway Killorglin, and Cork city. Mary Rogers who will be running the operation in Galway city joined Joe on the show this morning.
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There is an expectation from Government that mask-wearing will become voluntary after NPHET meets today. We discuss with Danny McConnell, Political Editor with the Irish Examiner, Patrick Gildea, Irish hairdressing icon from the award-winning salon Patrick Gildea in Letterkenny, and also Duncan Graham Managing Director of Retail Excellence.
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Now a number of restaurants across Ireland have secured Michelin stars in the Michelin Guide 2022 - the most prestigious restaurant awards in the culinary world. Joining us this morning on the show was Andy McFadden, chef and owner of Glovers Alley in the Fitzwilliam Hotel in Dublin 2, which has earned its first-ever Michelin star!
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Children born today will have to emit 10 times fewer emissions than their grandparents if global net-zero climate targets are to be reached by 2050. That’s according to a new analysis by the International Energy Agency. In reaction to these findings, Shane spoke to John Gibbons, the Environmental Journalist, and Commentator.
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NPHET will meet today to discuss ditching face masks in school. A broader debate on whether masks would still be needed in other locations, like on public transport or in shops is also expected to take place But is it time to say goodbye to all pandemic rules now? To discuss further Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Paul Moynagh Professor of Immunology and Director of the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Health research at Maynooth University and also Michael McDowell Senator, Former Tanaiste, and Minister For Justice.
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The University of Limerick has outlined plans to develop a new economic zone as part of a joint venture with Clare County Council. The University claims it could create up to 3,500 jobs with land used for education, research, living, working, and recreational spaces. But concerns are being raised that such a large development over the Clare border will be at the detriment of Limerick city centre. To discuss this further Shane was joined on the show this morning by UL President Professor Kerstin Mey and also Independent Councillor for Limerick Emmett O’Brien.
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A Status Orange wind warning has been put in place for seven counties on Friday morning as storm Eunice is expected to batter the country. Gerry Murphy Meteorologist at Met Eireann brought us up to date on what we should expect weatherwise on Friday.
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Stop dumping your wet wipes, masks, and cotton buds down the toilet! So says Irish Water who have warned the incorrect disposal of Covid-19 related antibacterial wipes is causing a major issue Ireland’s wastewater and sewer network. 2021 alone saw Irish Water dispose of nearly 1,500 tonnes of material that had been dumped through the sewer network. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Tom Cuddy Head of Asset Operations with Irish Water.
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The laws mandating facemasks to be worn in shops, public transport, and schools are expected to be dropped. NPHET meet later this week and is expected to replace the mandate with guidance urging people to continue wearing masks. Liam Fanning Professor of Immunovirology at UCC spoke to Ciara this morning.
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The country’s largest public-sector union has called on the government to open public sector pay talks by May at the latest. Fórsa says that the current agreement which was first agreed in December 2020 at the height of the pandemic, has not kept pace with inflation. Kevin Callinan is Fórsa’s general secretary and the current president of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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Most under-fives are spending too long in front of the television or on smartphones, according to new research. The World Health Organisation says that children below the age of two should not look at screens at all, and guidelines suggest those aged between two and four should be limited to just one hour per day. To discuss the findings of this research Shane was joined on the show this morning by Brendan Kelly Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin.
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Scrap vulnerable and elderly labels and stop adding insult to injury so says Former CEO of Barnardos and Irish Examiner Columnist, Fergus Finlay who joined Shane this morning on the show.
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Gusts of up to 110 kilometers per hour are expected in parts today as Storm Dudley makes landfall in Ireland. A Status Yellow Wind Warning takes effect across Ireland from midday for 24 hours. Andrew Doran Sherlock - Met Eireann Meteorologist has told Newstalk Breakfast what sort of conditions we can expect.
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A review of accommodation needs of those experiencing domestic abuse is to come before Cabinet. It is ahead of the launch of a public consultation on the new national strategy on tackling Domestic, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence this week and with more on this Newstalk Breakfast heard from Marie Mulholland, Manager at West Cork Women Against Violence.
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A UK law firm has appointed a 'fertility officer' in an effort to dispel the notion that becoming a mother is career suicide. Natalie Sutherland, fertility law and surrogacy specialist, and partner with Burgess Mee explained why the post was necessary and for more reaction, Ciara spoke to Fertility expert Helena Tubridy.
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Companies based in Dublin’s docklands have called for the city port to be moved from the mouth of the Liffey, saying more than 200 hectares of port land could be better used for housing and offices. CEO of Dockland Business Forum Alan Robinson spoke to Shane on with regard to this on the show this morning.
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Last week the government announced its suite of measures aimed at easing the burden of the cost of living. However today Sinn Fein will be putting forward their own measures to help tackle the crisis before the Dail. For more on this Ciara was joined on the show by Eoin Ó Broin, Sinn Fein Housing Spokesperson, and Jennifer Carroll MacNeill Fine Gael TD.
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Pavee Point, the Traveller, and Roma representative organisation, has called on venues to reconsider hosting Jimmy Carr for his upcoming Irish tour, after the comedian’s joke on Netflix about the murder of “Gypsies” during the Holocaust. For the latest on this story Shane spoke to Martin Collins is the Co-director of Pavee Point Traveller and Roma Centre.
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A new system of calculating grants for those affected by the Mica crisis is to be considered by the government. The new model will be proposed by the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland and replace the sliding scale grant system that had been announced. Michael Doherty PRO of the Mica Action Group spoke to Shane this morning.
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Russia’s top diplomat Sergei Lavrov has advised President Vladimir Putin to continue diplomatic talks with the West on Russian security demands amid tensions over Ukraine. For the latest on this Ciara spoke to Suzanne Lynch Journalist with Politico Europe and also with Cormac Smith former adviser to Pavlo Klimkin Ukraine's former Foreign Minister.
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Roses are red, Violets are blue, Love is in the air, But romance fraud is too ! Our reporter Sarah Madden has been investigating the modern perils of trying to find “the one” and she sent us this report.
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Chasing fake targets”, the wider recruitment crisis in the HSE, “sloppiness” around financial reporting, and “hundreds of millions” of adjustments for “fundamental errors” in past accounts. These are concerns expressed by officials contained in a recording of an internal Department of Health meeting on January 27 obtained by the Business Post. For more on this Ciara spoke to Paul Reid, CEO of the HSE.
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Around 50 Irish citizens have registered with the embassy in Kyiv, following updated advice from the Department of Foreign affairs that all Irish citizens should leave Ukraine immediately amid a rising threat of a Russian invasion. Shane has spoken to Simon Coveney, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence late last night on the current situation.
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One in five women is subjected to abuse in intimate relationships, according to research published today by Women’s Aid. CEO of Women’s Aid is Sarah Benson spoke to Newstalk Breakfast on the findings in this report from Women's Aid.
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Pressure is growing among parents for an end to mask-wearing by primary pupils. NPHET is due to meet this week to discuss the issue but is it time they were removed? CEO of the National Parents Council Áine Lynch spoke to Ciara this morning.
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President Joe Biden's top national security aide warned again Sunday that the Russian military has the capacity to invade Ukraine "this week" under the pretext of a "false flag" operation portraying Ukrainians as the aggressors. So, is a Russian invasion imminent? To discuss further Shane spoke to Paul Rodgers Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University and also Brendan Murphy an Irish Businessman in Kiev.
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It's becoming harder and harder to get a taxi in Dublin City Centre at weekends because so many drivers have left the industry.
There are currently around 25,000 licenced taxi drivers in Ireland, but only around 18,000 of those licenced are actually working.
And if you've been out in Dublin in recent weekends, you've probably struggled to find a way home after midnight.
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It’s DAY 42 of 100 days of walking! Approaching the halfway mark, can you believe it? Two walkers who’ve been with us all the way are Helena Carroll and her fifteen year old daughter Mella from Dundrum in Dublin, well done to Helena and Mella!
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The Government has announced a €505 million package in measures to combat the rise in cost of living. A 20% cut to public transport fares, €200 energy rebate and an extra €125 on the fuel allowance are among the host of new measures announced. Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance spoke to Ciara on the new cost of living package.
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Now for those of you familiar with the centre of Dublin City, the famed Castle Market has seen a significant change. The famed cobbles on the street have been replaced by a temporary beige surface this week. For more on this, we heard from Claire Byrne Green Party Councillor for Dublin Southeast Inner City.
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This weekend Swiss voters will go to the polls over whether animal and human testing should be banned in the country. The proposal would outlaw experiments not only on animals but on humans too, as well as ban the importation of new drugs developed through such means. Is this something we should also consider in Ireland?
To discuss further Ciara was joined on the show by Laura Broxon Spokesperson for Ireland's National Animal Rights Association and Tomás Ryan, Associate Professor in the School of Biochemistry and Immunology at Trinity College Dublin.
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The Government has announced a €505 million package in measures to combat the rise in the cost of living. A 20% cut to public transport fares, €200 energy rebate and an extra €125 on the fuel allowance are among the host of new measures announced. In reaction to these measures, Shane spoke to John Fitzgerald adjunct professor in economics at Trinity College Dublin.
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Cut the claims and cut the insurance premiums that is the hope of the Person Injury Resolution Board Bill and for more on this Joe Lynam spoke to Minster Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital, and Company Regulation Robert Troy.
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You might remember earlier this week we discussed freezing food when a Tesco boss advised shoppers to keep bread in the fridge to save money. Well did you know – there’s a whole heap of food you could be freezing that could save you the pennies? To find out more Shane was joined on the show this morning by Co-founder and CEO of OLIO, Tessa Clarke.
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An increase in funding for Irish colleges and universities should be prioritised over cuts to student contribution charges or increases in grant aid. That was the view of Tánaiste Leo Varadkar speaking at a conference organised by the Irish Universities’ Association yesterday. With more reaction Newstalk Breakfast spoke to John Walshe, Former Advisor to Education Minister Ruairi Quinn.
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A Cabinet sub-committee is meeting today to tackle the rising cost of living. The government is planning ‘once-off measures’ to help people deal with spiraling fuel and energy costs. For more on this Shane spoke to Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform Michael McGrath.
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Today Irish Network Against Racism will hand over a petition with over 15k signatures demanding that the government make good on its promise to enact hate crime legislation. But is the bill feasible? To discuss we heard from John McGuirk, Editor at Gript Media and Ivana Bacik, Labour Spokesperson on Children.
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Should every child in Ireland have access to a school bus? Today is the final day for parents to submit their views on this to the Department of Education. For more on this Shane spoke to the Journalist and mum of 7 Jen Hogan.
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There are an estimated 12,000 adults in Ireland who are problem gamblers and a further 125,000 people are considered to be “at-risk” gamblers, according to a landmark report published on Wednesday. Dr Deirdre Mongan, Research Officer at the Health Research Board and lead author of the report spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning to discuss these findings.
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A Cabinet sub-committee is meeting today to tackle the rising cost of living. The government is planning ‘once-off measures’ to help people deal with spiraling fuel and energy costs. But what options are available to them? For more on this, we heard from Cliff Taylor, Columnist for the Irish Times.
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Whether you are from Cork or not many road users will be familiar with the Dunkettle Interchange.
If you are travelling from Dublin or Waterford motorists will be aware of the congestion by the Jack Lynch tunnel.
Last month the upgrade project reached a key milestone by opening the first of the new flyovers.
Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie has been on the job speaking with those behind the works and with some locals about its progress.
The Government is aiming to bring half a million homes up to a B2 energy rating by 2030 under their newly announced retrofit scheme which could be valued at up to 8 billion euros. People will be able to apply for grants, limited at approximately €25,000, from March onwards. For more on this, we heard from Ossian Smyth Minister of State for Public Procurement and eGovernment.
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An unprecedented scarcity of rental homes has pushed rent inflation to a two-year high. That’s according to the results of the most recent Daft.ie report. It’s Author is Ronan Lyons, Economist at Trinity College Dublin and Rebecca Moynihan Labour Senator and Spokesperson on Housing spoke to us on Newstalk Breakfast.
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Now fancy a trip to London or Washington? Or how about Colombia or Chile? Well, that is exactly where the Taoiseach and Tanaiste will be going this Patrick’s Day as the government announced the return of their annual promotional missions. In total, the 2022 St Patrick's Day programme will see 33 visits abroad by senior and junior ministers. Are these jaunts abroad a waste of money or an important vehicle to promote the country? To discuss further Shane was joined on the show by Pat Rabbitte – Former Labour Leader and a former cabinet minister.
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Cadbury has launched a new design feature that encourages chocolate fans to not 'wolf down' a whole bar in one eating. Branded 'twist to seal, save for later, it's aimed at those trying to limit their chocolate intake in the more health-conscious society that we live in. But will it work ? For more on this Ciara spoke to Louise Reynolds Communications manager with Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute.
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Three in four people in Ireland believe period products should be free for those who need them. One such company attempting to tackle the issue is Lidl which launched its period poverty campaign. Claire Hunt, of Homeless Period Ireland, explained to us how bad period poverty is.
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Simon Coveney has denied that there has been a cover-up of a gathering in his department when social distancing rules were breached. The Minister for Foreign Affairs was answering questions before the Oireachtas foreign affairs committee yesterday evening about the controversial event. For more on this and reaction, we heard from Social Democrats TD Gary Gannon who's also a member of the Oireachtas Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence.
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The country's biggest ever home insulation scheme is set to be unveiled today. Energy Minister Eamon Ryan is set to announce grants of up to €25,000 to 'deep retrofit' houses, covering between 45% and 51% of the cost of bringing older homes up to a B2 energy rating. Duncan Stewart Environmentalist and Architect joined us this morning with a reaction to the proposed scheme.
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Cavan golfer Leona Maguire became the first Irish winner on the LPGA Tour over the weekend and we are delighted to talk to her this morning on the show.
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More cyber security specialists, new armoured personnel carriers, a larger navy and more aircraft are expected to be just some of the recommendations from the long-awaited Commission on the Defence Forces. The report is expected to be brought before the Cabinet by Defence Minister Simon Coveney today and will be published later this week. In advance of this report we heard from Cathal Berry is an Independent TD and a former Army Ranger.
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The Minister of State at the Department of Finance Sean Fleming has apologized for comments he made regarding the cost-of-living pressures. He said that people can have a serious impact on their finances by shopping around, rather than complaining. Pearse Doherty, Sinn Féin spokesperson on Finance spoke to Shane this morning and gave his reaction to the comments.
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A new programme being proposed could grant Irish Americans aged between 55 and 75 the chance to work or retire in Ireland, and potentially qualify for full citizenship after five years. The programme is being proposed by Fine Gael TD and former Foreign Affairs Minister Charlie Flanagan. With more on this we heard from Larry Donnelly Columnist with theJournal.ie and Law Lecturer in NUIG.
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The minimum wage should be increased no later than 1st of May that is the view of socialist TD Mick Barry who joined us this morning on the show along with CEO of ISME, Neil McDonnell to discuss.
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A quarter of 8-12-year-olds has seen material online that upset, scared them or which they wished they hadn’t seen. That’s according to a new CyberSafeKids survey published this morning on Safer Internet Day. Alex Cooney is CEO of Cyber Safe Kids and joined Shane this morning on the show.
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Homeless Charity Novas will today warn Government TDs about the staggering levels of self-harm and suicide attempts amongst women in their dedicated female services. Their Head of Policy and Communications, Dr Una Burns spoke to Ciara this morning.
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Marian Keyes has hit out at people who call her books ‘chick-lit’ saying it's an insult. The Limerick author expressed her concern that the diminishing phrase can have the effect of making women ashamed to pick up her publications. Joining Shane to discuss this further was best-selling author Sheila O’Flanagan.
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Gardaí has issued another warning about vishing, smishing, and phishing. What do you need to watch out for and what can be done to tackle this practice? Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us this morning with some guidance and tips.
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The cost of living has become the public’s number one concern how can it be tackled? Opposition parties are calling for a delay in the planned carbon tax increases to offset the cost-of-living pressures despite An Taoiseach Micheal Martin ruling it out. To discuss this further Ciara was joined by Sinn Fein Sinn Féin TD for Roscommon & Galway Spokesperson for Social Protection Claire Kerrane and Pauline O’Reilly, Green Party Senator and member of Climate Action committee.
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Dublin City Council has proposed updating the building height limits for the city, which could see some buildings reaching 25 storeys or potentially even higher. In reaction to this, we spoke to Hugh Wallace Director, Douglas Wallace Architects and Ian Lumley, head of advocacy with An Taisce.
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Are we too quick to imprison people in Ireland? The Irish Penal Reform Trust (IPRT) publish their Progress in the Penal System (PIPS) report for 2021 today. They are calling for reforms in custodial sentencing policy so that prison is used as a last resort. For more on this we heard from Molly Joyce, The Irish Penal Reform Trust’s Deputy Director.
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Elite US troops have been seen landing in south-eastern Poland near the border with Ukraine. This follows President Joe Biden’s orders to deploy 1,700 soldiers there amid fears of a Russian invasion of Ukraine. Journalist with Politico Europe Suzanne Lynch joined Shane on the show with the latest.
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Irish cyclists are losing the run of themselves. That’s the view of Liam Collins, Columnist with the Irish Independent who says a lycra brigade with ‘Tour de France envy’ is commandeering the roads and putting others at risk.
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It is Day 35 of 100 days of walking and high time we chose our walker of the week. Wayne Fitzgerald is taking part in Kildare Town and he told us about how he’s enjoying the challenge so far.
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Very good people lost very good positions”. That’s what Judge Mary Fahy had to say in Galway District Court yesterday before dismissing all charges against the defendants in the ‘Golfgate’ trial. Galway West TD Noel Grealish and former senator Donie Cassidy were among those on trial, while former minister of agriculture Dara Calleary resigned over his attendance at the event. In reaction to the charges being thrown out of court, we heard from Shane Ross, Former Transport Minister columnist for the Sunday Independent.
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The DUP’s Paul Givan has resigned as the North’s First Minister in protest against the Northern Ireland Protocol. It comes after the Assembly’s Minister of Agriculture and DUP MLA Edwin Poots instructed officials not to carry out checks on goods coming into the North citing legal advice. With reaction, Shane was joined on the show this morning by Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney.
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“Online attacks targeting public figures should be considered as a specific hate crime”, that’s the view of our next guest Dr Mary Aiken, Professor of Cyber Psychology at Capital Technical University in Washington DC.
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Boris Johnson’s role as UK Prime Minister was thrown into further disarray last night by the resignation of four key aides. Meanwhile Chancellor Rishi Sunak criticised him during a broadcast from Downing Street as the fallout from the lockdown-breaching parties continued. Philip Webster former editor of The Times of London spoke to Shane this morning.
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The DUP’s Paul Givan has resigned as the North’s First Minister in protest against the Northern Ireland Protocol. It comes after the Assembly’s Minister of Agriculture and DUP MLA Edwin Poots instructed officials not to carry out checks on goods coming into the North citing legal advice. For more on this, we heard from Naomi Long Leader of the Alliance Party.
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The Government is considering further supports that would relieve the effects of an increased cost of living. This comes as the benefit of the €100 electricity credit risks being diminished by high inflation. John Fitzgerald is Adjunct Professor in Economics in Trinty College Dublin and he spoke to Ciara this morning.
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The Irish Government has received a letter from Russia – and it’s not with love. The sternly worded letter demands a clear answer as to whether Ireland has changed its position on post-Cold War European security arrangements and joining us to unpack it is Defence and Security Expert, Declan Power.
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Vicky Phelan will today receive the Freedom of Limerick award for her heroic work in uncovering the Cervical Check scandal as well as advocating for the rights of terminally ill people to end their suffering. We were delighted to have Vicky chat with Shane this morning and she told him how she felt getting selected for this special award?
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The Taoiseach announced yesterday that he soon plans to bring a proposal for a citizens’ assembly on biodiversity to Cabinet. But is it too little too late ? For more on this, we heard from Padraic Fogarty is the Campaign Officer with the Irish Wildlife Trust.
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Housing has been the biggest flashpoint between Government and opposition. Sinn Féin in particular says the Government is failing - and the most common response from the Taoiseach is to raise examples of Sinn Féin councillors voting against housing projects. But are they actually serial opposers of good projects, as the Taoiseach has suggested? Our Political Correspondent Seán Defoe has been taking a look...
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Housing has been the biggest flashpoint between Government and opposition. Sinn Féin in particular says the Government is failing - and the most common response from the Taoiseach is to raise examples of Sinn Féin councillors voting against housing projects. But are they actually serial opposers of good projects, as the Taoiseach has suggested? Our Political Correspondent Seán Defoe has been taking a look...
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Stormont's Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots has ordered that all post-Brexit checks on goods at the North’s ports be halted as of midnight last night. The former DUP leader said the move was made after he received legal advice. In reaction to this we heard from Newton Emerson Political Commentator in the North and columnist with the Irish Times and Sunday Times.
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Remote workers who want to go back to the office a few days a week have been dealt a blow. Transport authorities have admitted they have been unable to design a flexible TaxSaver ticket for those who want to work in their offices part-time. For more on this, we heard from John McGahon, Fine Gael’s Senator for Louth.
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The Garda Representative Association has called for a full review into whether Gardaí need more armed support. It comes as 24-year-old Stephen Dowling was sentenced to 8 years in prison for going on a shooting rampage with a high-powered rifle in Glenties in February 2020. Brendan O'Connor, Vice President of the GRA explained why they are calling for this full review.
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The State Pension age should not rise beyond the age of 66, that's according to an Oireachtas committee. Its view runs counter to the stance of the commission which argued the pension age should rise in steps to 67 by 2031 and then to 68 by 2039. For more on this Shane spoke to the Committee Cathaoirleach and Independent TD Denis Naughten, who launched the new report, and also John McGrane the Executive Director of the Family Business Network.
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A group of publicans are lobbying for changes to Ireland’s licensing laws that would see nightclub trading hours increased by an hour but should we go a step further? For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to DJ, Musician, and spokesperson for the Give us the Night campaign Robbie Kitt and also Dr Sheila Gilheaney, CEO of Alcohol Action Ireland.
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As the country reopens and families rush to book foreign summer holidays, the passport office is set to be flooded with up to 1.7m applications in the coming weeks and months.
It is currently taking up to up to 40 working days to process complex passport requests, such as first-time applications. Senator Garret Ahearn, along with his Fine Gael colleagues is tabling a Seanad motion demanding an urgent upscaling of the service, and he spoke to us this morning on the show.
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Vladimir Putin has accused the US of using Ukraine as a tool against his country. The comments come as UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned that a Russian invasion would lead to military and humanitarian disaster. With an update on this story Newstalk Breakfast heard from Suzanne Lynch, Journalist with Politico Europe.
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Boris Johnson has apologised for the things he didn't get right, following the publication of Sue Gray's report into lockdown parties at Downing Street. For more on this and to hear what the reaction was to the Prime Minister's apology with Adam Boulton, Political Commentator, and Former Sky News Political Editor.
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The Mental Health Commission has confirmed that the Inspector of Mental Health Services will conduct an independent review of CAMHS services in the State. It comes following last week’s shocking report which found CAMHS services in Kerry resulted in 240 families receiving apologies from the HSE over sub-standard care, including the prescribing of excessive medications to children. John Saunders Chairman of the Mental Health Commission was with Ciara on the show this morning.
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It has been reported that students will sit a traditional Leaving Cert this year. There would be "some elements of choice" this year under the plans due to be approved by Cabinet this morning. Brian Mooney Guidance Counsellor, Irish Times Columnist and Editor of Education Matters Yearbook spoke to us on the show this morning.#
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A new Department of Foreign Affairs report says there was a "serious breach" of Covid restrictions at a champagne party in June 2020. The party was attended by department officials who were celebrating Ireland's securing of a UN seat. Simon Coveney Minister for Foreign Affairs requested the report and joined us on the show this morning.
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In an interview published over the weekend, actor Gabriel Byrne says the ‘old Dublin’ he loved is ‘lost forever. The US-based actor is back in town for his stage show 'Walking With Ghosts' at the Gaiety Theatre. Has ‘old Dublin’ been lost forever? Or has most of the development of the capital of the last few decades actually been a good thing? For a discussion on this Ciara was joined by Conor Skehan, Sunday Independent Columnist, Former chair of the Housing Agency.
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Less than one in nine GPs in Ireland are currently providing abortion services. That’s according to figures obtained by Newstalk through a Freedom of Information request. Our reporter Eoghan Murphy joined us this morning with more details and with reaction to these figures we heard from Alannah Ryan, Women’s Health Co-ordinator at the National Women’s Council of Ireland and Illona Duffy, Monaghan based GP.
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It has been reported that students will sit a traditional Leaving Cert this year. There would be "some elements of choice" this year under the plans due to be approved by Cabinet this morning. Daniel McConnell Political editor with the Irish Examiner has the story in the paper and joined Ciara on the show this morning with more details.
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The return to work guidelines are issued today but do they go far enough for employees and what will challenges be for employers? To discuss this further Pat was joined on the show by Pat Leahy, Political Editor, The Irish Times, and Caroline Reidy, HR Expert with The HR Suite.
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Streaming service Spotify is in the middle of a very turbulent period. Musician Neil Young requested his music be removed from the platform after podcaster Joe Rogan used his platform to spread misinformation about the Covid-19 vaccine. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us this morning with the details.
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The RSA has decided to drop its plans to name and shame disqualified drivers after conducting a public survey on how best to tackle the issue. Should the RSA’s proposed disqualified drivers register be scrapped for good? For more on this we were joined on the show by Conor Faughnan is a Transport Commentator and Former Director of Consumer Affairs for AA Ireland.
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Justice Minister Helen McEntee has announced that a scheme has opened for online applications for undocumented migrants living in Ireland which would allow them to legally remain in the state. Minister McEntee spoke to Shane this morning about the new scheme.
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A special Oireachtas committee is being set up to make recommendations on how the law should treat international surrogacy but is the practice exploitation of women and children? To discuss this Ciara was joined on the show by Government Special Rapporteur on Child Protection, Conor O’Mahony and Susan Lohan, Co-Founder of Adoption Rights Alliance.
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Manchester United footballer Mason Greenwood has been arrested on suspicion of rape and assault. The club has said that Greenwood will not train or play for the club “until further notice.” Shane was joined on the show this morning by Enda Brady Sky News Correspondent with more on this developing story.
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Defence Minister Simon Coveney has said a report on Defence Forces spending and our abilities to defend the country will be brought to the government within 2 weeks. So does the country have the ability to defend itself from outside threats? Ger Aherne, Retired Brigadier General spoke to Ciara this morning.
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A series of events will take place over the weekend in Derry to mark the 50th anniversary of that fateful day when 13 civil rights protesters were shot dead by British soldiers. Former MLA, Journalist and Commentator, Eamonn McCann spoke to Ciara on this historic anniversary.
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A major new national campaign is launching today to get as many people as possible out exercising and participating in physical activity to kick start 2022. Newstalk reporter Elaine Smith asked the people of Cork if they kept up exercise during the pandemic and also for more on the incentive we heard from Minister for Sport Jack Chambers.
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‘Deeply regrettable’ and ‘beyond comprehension’ The words used by HSE CEO Paul Reid to describe the findings of a review of the care of more than 1,300 children who went to the South Kerry Camhs - where 46 children suffered significant harm. Paul Reid was with Shane on the show this morning.
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Today marks 1 week since Taoiseach Mícheál Martin revealed a huge lifting of restrictions including the full return of hospitality. Newstalk carried out a survey just after restrictions eased to ask people whether Covid-19 has changed the way they intend to live their lives. Over 1,000 people took part and our reporter Kacey O’Riordan joins to tell us the findings with reaction to the results Shane spoke to Brendan Kelly Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin.
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Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney has asked families expecting babies via surrogacy in Ukraine to contact his Department. The increasing tension between Russia and Ukraine is causing fear and panic among expectant parents. For more on this Shane was joined on the show by Fine Gael Senator Mary Seery Kearney.
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Today is day 28 of 100 Days of Walking and as ever on a Friday we crown our Walker of the week. This week’s Walker of the Week is Tony Clarke from Glasnevin in Co. Dublin and Tony spoke to Ciara this morning and told us how he is getting on with his walking.
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The family of a woman killed after being struck by a lorry has called for sensors on the front of large vehicles to be a mandatory requirement. Olivia Loader died in August 2020 and her family believes a simple change could save lives in the future. Olivia’s son, Alan Buckley spoke with Shane on the show this morning.
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The family of a woman killed after being struck by a lorry has called for sensors on the front of large vehicles to be a mandatory requirement. Olivia Loader died in August 2020 and her family believes a simple change could save lives in the future. Olivia’s son, Alan Buckley spoke with Shane on the show this morning.
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National Broadband Ireland - the company charged with delivering the State’s rural broadband plan – will tell an Oireachtas Committee today that it is unable to predict completion dates with “absolute certainty” for thousands of premises awaiting connection around the country. Ciara spoke to Independent TD Denis Naughten.
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The Government has been told that a decision to run a hybrid Leaving Cert this year could require the use of controversial “school profiling” to ensure there is consistency in teachers’ estimated marks. Labour’s education spokesperson Aodhan O’Riordan and Ray Silke Secondary school teacher at Coláiste Iognáid, Galway spoke to us this morning on the show.
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The Taoiseach's confirmed a nationwide audit of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services will take place. It's in the wake of a review showing 227 children were exposed to the 'risk' of significant harm at an HSE-run service in South Kerry. But do the problems run deeper than what we are seeing in Kerry? Children’s Ombudsman Niall Muldoon gave his reaction to what's happening in Kerry.
Ciara was also joined on the show this morning by Maeve Doyle, Consultant child, Adolescent Psychiatrist and Director of External Affairs and Policy with the College of Psychiatrists of Ireland and Raymond Shannon, a Father whose son went through CAMHS system.
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Dublin parking prices will increase by up to 30 cent per hour from next week. Dublin City Council says prices are going up to discourage car use and to deter long-stay parking. Mannix Flynn, Independent Dublin City Councillor, and Hazel Chu, Former Lord Mayor of Dublin and Green Party Councillor join us on the show this morning with a reaction to these increased charges.
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Dublin parking prices will increase by up to 30 cent per hour from next week. Dublin City Council says prices are going up to discourage car use and to deter long-stay parking. Mannix Flynn, Independent Dublin City Councillor, and Hazel Chu, Former Lord Mayor of Dublin and Green Party Councillor join us on the show this morning with a reaction to these increased charges.
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Prince Andrew has requested a trial by jury as he officially responded to Virginia Giuffre's sexual assault lawsuit last night. Court documents filed in New York show he has denied all allegations against him and on joining us with more on this was Harriet Alexander, New York-based reporter.
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Campaign group Better Maternity Care held talks with the HSE yesterday evening to discuss whether all remaining maternity restrictions can be removed. But should limits on visitors remain in place? To discuss this, Shane was joined on the show by Suzanne Kane Broadcaster.
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The Irish South and West Fish Producers’ Organisation (ISWFPO) are meeting Russian Ambassador Yury Filatov to express their concerns around the planned naval exercises off the southwest coast of Ireland. Chief executive of the Irish South and West Fish Producers Organisation Patrick Murphy spoke to Ciara ahead of their meeting.
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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson faces possibly his most difficult days in politics. The Metropolitan police are investigating allegations of law-breaking on the basis of evidence unearthed during an inquiry into Downing Street Parties by the senior civil servant Sue Gray. Dominic Grieve Former UK Attorney General and Conservative MP and Anne Widdecombe Former Brexit Party MEP spoke to us on Newstalk Breakfast on what the next two days might bring for Boris.
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Is the boom back? Well according to the latest Central Bank report Ireland’s economy will boom for the next three years as we emerge from the pandemic. For reaction, we heard from Edgar Morgenroth Professor of Economics at DCU.
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It’s Catholic Schools Week – an annual celebration of the positive principles of a Catholic ethos in the classroom. But does religion still have a part to play in Irish state-funded education? To debate, Shane spoke to Justin Brown is Deputy Principal of Colaiste Iosagain in Portarlington, and Michael Nugent, Chair of Atheist Ireland.
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Irish tourists heading abroad after February 1st will be able to travel freely anywhere in the EU with proof of vaccination, recovery, or a negative test. Eoghan Corry, Editor of Travel Extra.ie joined Ciara with more details on these new travel rules.
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Irish people drew down ten and a half billion euros worth of mortgages in 2021, the highest annual amount since 2008. Brian Hayes CEO of the Banking & Payments Federation Ireland joined Shane this morning for more on this.
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Minister for foreign affairs Simon Coveney has called for a de-escalation of the 'enormously serious’ Russia-Ukraine crisis. This comes as American President Joe Biden yesterday said he would consider imposing economic sanctions personally targeting Vladimir Putin if the Russian president orders a new attack on Ukraine. For more Ciara was joined on the show this morning by Suzanne Lynch is a Journalist with Politico Europe.
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Earlier this month we spoke about the possible introduction of flexible bus and rail tickets in the first quarter of this year. But with people across the country wasting thousands of euros on a monthly or annual ticket, despite a hybrid model of working, how soon can we expect the scheme to be introduced? For more on this we heard from John McGahon, Fine Gael’s Senator for Louth.
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Reports have emerged suggesting Boris Johnson held a birthday party inside Number 10 attended by up to 30 people during the first lockdown. For more on this developing story, Ciara spoke to Lucy Fisher, Deputy Political Editor with The Telegraph.
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Illegal dumping has become the scourge of many communities all over Ireland, but today Fianna Fáil Senator Malcolm Byrne will bring forward legislation that could change all that. The bill will underpin the use of CCTV, Drone and Automated Number Plate Recognition technology by local authorities and Malcolm Byrne joined Ciara with more on this bill.
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Public support for action on climate change is strengthened by just ten minutes of exposure to the basic science that’s according to new research from the ESRI. For more on the findings of this research, we heard from Dr. Shane Timmons, Research Officer with the ESRI.
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Russia's Ambassador to Ireland says the controversy around the Russian military exercises which are due to take place off the Irish coast next month is "hugely overblown". Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney told a meeting of EU ministers yesterday that the drills are “not welcome”, but Ambassador Yury Filatov insists that the exercises are "not in any way a threat to Ireland or anybody else”. For more on this ongoing story Ciara spoke to Suzanne Lynch, Journalist with POLITICO Europe.
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What does the music of Bob Marley have to do with football? Well, more than you might think. Today Bohemian Football Club unveils their 2022 away jersey inspired by the Rastafarian legend himself and to explain why was Dan Lambert, Chief Operating Officer at Bohemian FC.
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As we approach the end of January, perhaps some of your New Year’s resolutions have fallen by the wayside. Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us this morning with some simple tips to reduce the time you spend looking at a screen.
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Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney is to raise the issue of Russia engaging in military exercises off Irish waters with the Russian Ambassador to Ireland, Yury Filatov. Meanwhile, Britain has accused Russia of a plot to install a pro-Kremlin government in Kyiv as Moscow weighs up a further invasion of Ukraine. For reaction, Shane was joined on the show by Paul Rogers, Professor of peace studies at Bradford University Declan Power, Defence and Security Expert.
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Workers are set to make their return to offices today, but with 8,126 cases of Covid-19 reported yesterday, unions are calling for remote and hybrid working to continue. For more on this Ciara spoke to Bernard Harbour, Head of communications with Forsa and Mary Connaughton CEO of the Professional Body in Ireland for HR.
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Now as we have been discussing all morning Ireland is now living under far less restrictions following last Friday’s announcement but for schools, all measures are remaining in place. So should schools be allowed to follow hospitality and end restrictions? To discuss we spoke to Stella O’Malley is a Psychotherapist and author.
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Rising assaults on Gardaí prove the urgent need for body cameras. So says Neale Richmond, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Rathdown who spoke to Ciara this morning.
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Restrictions on the construction of Build To Rent apartment blocks are being proposed as part of Dublin City Council's new development plan. The proposed restrictions include plans to stop developers from building blocks with no homes for sale and to restrict studio and one-bed apartments to a maximum of 30 percent of the development. Alison Gilliland Lord Mayor of Dublin spoke to Shane this morning.
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The number of Leaving Cert candidates who secured top grades eight H1s surged from just seven students in 2019 to 119 last year, an increase of 1,600 percent. Is grade inflation destroying the credibility of the Leaving Cert? To discuss further Ciara was joined on the show by Jim Miley, Director General of the Irish Universities Association.
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If you’re planning to head off on your holiers this year, you’d want to book soon. That’s the advice coming from travel agents who say a “rebound” in bookings will make prices surge by up to 20%. Pól O Conghaile, Travel Editor with the Irish Independent and he gave us some advice when booking your holidays.
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Minister Anne Rabbitte joined Ciara on the show this morning to explain why there are severe delays in accessing autism services.
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Have you been experiencing delays in registering the birth of a child or have you moved to Ireland and are finding it difficult to get a PPS Number?
There seems to be weeks if not months of a backlog for a number of different legal forms.
Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie has been speaking to those who have been affected by these delays.
NPHET has advised the Cabinet that it can remove almost every covid-19 restriction from social distancing to covid passes and hospitality curfews in the coming days. For reaction, we heard from Professor Sam McConkey, Infectious Disease Specialist at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland, and Michael McNamara, Independent TD.
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“Get off the pitch and back in the kitchen”. That’s the view many male football fans have towards female players, as a new study has found two-thirds of them harbour misogynistic attitudes towards women’s sport. Karen Duggan,a Former Irish International and current Peamount player
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Student and parent representatives met with Department of Education officials yesterday evening to discuss plans for this year's Leaving Certificate. So how did the talks go? Paul Rolston, Communications Director with the National Parents Council Post Primary joined us this morning.
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NPHET has advised the Cabinet that it can remove almost every covid-19 restriction from social distancing to covid passes and hospitality curfews in the coming days An Taoiseach Micheal Martin is due to make an announcement later. For more on this Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Jack Horgan Jones, Political Reporter at the Irish Times and CEO of the Vintners Federation of Ireland, Padriag Cribbon.
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A conference is taking place today on the future of tourism and how it can become more sustainable ? One man who is ahead of the curve is writer and documentary maker Manchán Magan who has given up flying and he told Shane why!
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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will fight any no-confidence vote launched against him by his own MPs, 10 Downing Street has said, after he again faced calls to resign For more on this Shane spoke to Ella Whelan Political Journalist, Author and contributor to Spiked. online.
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Data from the courts service has revealed that the number of domestic violence charges before the District courts almost doubled between 2019 and 2020. However, only a minority of cases resulted in a conviction. In reaction to this data we heard from Sarah Benson, CEO of Women’s Aid.
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Frontline health workers will get a €1,000 tax-free bonus for their work during the pandemic under plans agreed by Cabinet. However, those working in private hospitals won't get the payment nor will other frontline workers like gardaí, teachers, supermarket staff and bus drivers. To discuss this further Ciara was joined this morning by Michael McGrath, Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform.
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A picture of a stairwell in Tallaght hospital has gone viral online, as it displays stickers with the number of calories burned on the steps in the children's ward. Is this good educational tool? Or could this be potentially harmful for children? Dr. Eva Orsmond Medical doctor and health advocate at Orsmond clinics & Jacqueline Campion, Eating Distress Practitioner & Nutritional Advisor at Marino Therapy Centre and she spoke to us this morning.
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Ireland’s deposit return scheme, which is set to be introduced later this year to encourage recycling, must be adjusted or it runs the risk of being watered-down. That’s according to Fianna Fáil Senator Erin McGreehan, who is speaking out today to advocate for the inclusion of higher deposits for larger containers and glass bottles in the scheme.
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NPHET will today meet to discuss a potential easing of Covid restrictions in the coming days. Speculation is mounting that the 8pm closing time for hospitality will be scrapped while crowds will also increase at indoor and outdoor events. For more on what we might expect to happen Shane spoke to Christine Loscher Professor of Immunology at DCU.
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All essential workers such as cleaners, bus drivers, emergency service workers, and retail workers should be eligible for a pandemic bonus payment. That’s according to Labour Party Spokesperson for Employment Affairs Marie Sherlock who spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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A Family has been forced to leave the country due to a three-year waiting list for autism therapies that’s according to The Independent.ie.Jaqueline Ercolani travelled to Brazil with her two young children who have autism and she joined Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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RTÉ is to call for an increase in the TV licence fee claiming “If there is no action, RTÉ will not be able to return to a stable financial position.” RTE’s Director-General Dee Forbes is expected to make the call before the Oireachtas Public Accounts Committee tomorrow. For reaction, Ciara spoke to Mattie McGrath Independent TD.
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The government are expected to ease Covid restrictions by the end of January with crowds set to increase at outdoor and indoor events. With Ireland’s Six Nations opener against set for the Aviva Stadium on the fifth of February and the GAA’s National Leagues set to get underway, sports bosses are hoping for a full return of capacity crowds. Jack Chambers Minister of State for Sport & Gaeltacht Affairs and also Liam Fanning, Professor of Immunology at UCC spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
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Most employers believe they should have access to employees’ vaccination statuses. That’s according to a new survey from law firm McCann FitzGerald LLP and consulting firm Mazars, which also found that more than half of organisations have found that the inability to process employees’ vaccine status data had impacted on a return to the office.
So, should employees be forced to disclose their vaccine status? To debate, Ciara was joined on the show by Neil McDonnell CEO of the Irish Small and Medium Enterprise Association and Olga Cronin, Tech and human rights policy officer with the Irish Council of Civil Liberties.
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'Keep your bins off the street apart from on collection days' so says Social Democrat Councillor for Limerick City West Elisa O’Donovan. She is calling for fines to be enforced on those who leave them out 24/7 and Shane spoke to her this morning on the show to discuss why she is calling for these fines to be enforced.
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Gardaí have arrested a man in connection with the murder of Ashling Murphy. The arrest took place as the man was discharged from hospital, where he had been treated for significant and suspicious injuries. For more on this, we spoke to Liz Dunphy reporter with the Irish Examiner.
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The number of parking spaces should be reduced to encourage more people to give up their cars. So says the National Economic and Social Council, who will tell the Oireachtas Housing committee today that car usage and car ownership should be broadly discouraged. Ciaran Cuffe, Green MEP for Dublin spoke to Shane this morning with his view on this.
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A giant asteroid, bigger than any building on Earth, is expected to soar past the planet today. For more on this, we heard from Space commentator Leo Enright.
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Cabinet will meet today to discuss current covid restrictions with NPHET set to have their own meeting on Thursday before making their own recommendations to the government. But as speculation mounts that restrictions will ease in February, will the public back such a move? To discuss this further Shane spoke to Pete Lunn Founder and head of the ESRI's Behavioural Research Unit.
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Schools throughout Ireland will hold a minute's silence for Ashling Murphy this morning. It's taking place at 11 o'clock - when her funeral Mass starts in Mountbolus in Co Offaly. The 23-year-old was killed while running along the Grand Canal near Tullamore last Wednesday. Ciara was joined this morning by Paddy Buckley, Family friend and Chairperson of Ms. Murphy’s local Ballyboy Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and Barry Cowan Fianna Fail TD for Laois Offaly.
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The number of deer reported shot during the hunting season has quadrupled in the past 20 years according to The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Does this pose a problem? For more on this we were joined on the show this morning by Sandra Higgins Director of Go Vegan World and Tim Cullinane, President of the IFA.
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Widening Ireland’s tax base is a key area to address to withstand future economic shocks. That’s according to Deloitte in their response to the government’s Commission on Taxation and Welfare. Karen Frawley, Tax Partner at Deloitte Ireland joined us on the show and told Shane why Ireland's tax base is too narrow.
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Campaigners ‘Into The West’ are reminding anyone who wants to see rail return to County Donegal that the deadline to participate in the All-Ireland Rail Strategy consultation is this coming Friday. For more on this campaign Ciara was joined on the show this morning by Steve Bradley, Chair of the ‘Into the West’, - the rail campaign for counties Donegal, Derry, Tyrone & Fermanagh.
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Waterford must retain the service of its coast guard base- so says Southeast TDs that will meet today to express their concerns that new Coast Guard contract will not include Waterford base. To discuss we were joined by David Cullinane, Sinn Fein spokesperson for Health and South East TD.
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Gardaí investigating the murder of Ashling Murphy have appealed for information on a man dressed in a black tracksuit and say ‘significant progress’ has been made. Liz Dunphy is a reporter with the Irish Examiner and she spoke to Ciara on the show this morning.
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Streaming giant Netflix has increased its prices on all plans in the US. Does this mean price hikes are on the way for us and is it time for us to choose between streaming and traditional TV? Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us with more on the Netflix pricing increase.
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Táinaiste Leo Varadkar has suggested that the country will ease Covid-19 restrictions on a phased basis from the end of January. This comes as Covid cases and hospitalisations continue to slowly decline. To discuss this further Ciara was joined by Marc MacSharry, an independent TD, and Anthony Staines, Professor of Public Health Systems at DCU.
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Gardaí investigating the murder of Ashling Murphy are set to cross-check DNA samples taken from the crime scene and a mountain bike found close by with those taken from a man being treated in hospital in Dublin for a number of injuries.
Justice Minister Helen McEntee has said a new national strategy to tackle domestic, sexual, and gender-based violence in the wake of the murder of Ashling Murphy will be introduced in the coming weeks, with the intention of adopting a zero-tolerance policy for violence against women. In reaction to this, we were joined on the show by Orla O’Connor Director of the National Women’s Council.
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Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney has ordered an investigation into the champagne party in his department at the height of Covid-19 restrictions. Harry McGee, Political Correspondent with the Irish Times brought us more details on this story.
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Nursing homes across the country are in a state of emergency due to staff shortages, that's according to a new survey by Nursing Homes Ireland this morning. Their CEO, Tadgh Daly joined Shane this morning to give an update on the current situation in the nursing homes.
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Gardaí investigating the murder of Ashling Murphy are set to cross-check DNA samples taken from the crime scene and a mountain bike found close by with those taken from a man being treated in hospital in Dublin for a number of injuries. For more on this Ciara was joined this morning by Conor Lally, Irish Times Crime and Security Editor.
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Djovick is set to be deported, we get the very latest from Melbourne and we find out what other sporting fixtures are taking place this weekend with Eoin Sheahan of Off The Ball and Kieran Simpson Producer with The Project TV Show in Melbourne.
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We get the latest developments in the Ashling Murphy investigation with Kevin Doyle Head of News with The Irish Independent.
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The HSE is getting set to allow people to self-report positive Covid antigen tests. It comes as Ireland passed the million case mark this week. To discuss how our hospitals are coping we spoke to CEO of the HSE, Paul Reid.
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The entire country has been left in shock and horror upon hearing the violent death of 23-year-old teacher Ashling Murphy in Tullamore on Wednesday evening. A man being held by gardaí in connection with the case was released from Garda custody last night and is no longer a suspect. Conor Feehan, Reporter with Independent News and Media joined us earlier with the latest on the investigation.
It is a shocking, shocking case and devastating for those close to Ashling. Evelyn Mahon Professor Emeritus with the school of sociology and social policy at Trinity College Dublin and also Ivana Bacik Labour TD spoke to us to discuss what changes can we make as a society to ensure Ireland is a safe place for women?
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Rising rents and surging house prices have triggered a “collapse” in homeownership rates among adults of a prime working age (25-54) - that’s according to a new report by the Parliamentary Budget Office. To discuss this further Shane was joined on the show by Author and Presenter Stephanie Preissner and Chair of Liveable Limerick, John Moran.
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It has just been confirmed that Novak Djokovic’s Australian visa has been cancelled. Immigration Minister Alex Hawke used his personal power to cancel the Serbian tennis player’s visa, as Djokovic’s lawyers prepare to file an immediate injunction against the decision. For the latest on this we were joined from Australia by Sam Hargreaves, a sports commentator with SEN in Melbourne.
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Britain's Queen Elizabeth has agreed to strip Prince Andrew of his honorary military roles and royal patronages. The move is a major blow to Andrew who is facing a looming civil sexual assault court case after a judge ruled on Wednesday that the case could go ahead. Richard Palmer is the royal correspondent for the Daily Express and he spoke to Ciara on the show this morning with the latest.
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Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has said that all the resources of An Garda Síochána will be made available to the investigation into the murder of Ashling Murphy in Tullamore, Co Offaly. The 23-year-old died yesterday following an attack on the banks of the Grand Canal at Cappincur. Conor Feehan, Reporter with Independent News and Media brought us the latest on this investigation?
Also with more reaction to this shocking murder, we were joined by Frank Kelly Recently retired principal of Durrow National School and Orla O’Connor Director of National Women’s Council.
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January is all about resolutions to be fitter, better, and more #positive. But when does positive thinking turn toxic, and could harnessing the power of negative thinking have a more positive outcome in the long run? Siobhan Byrne is a Relationship and Parenting Mentor and joined Shane on the show this morning.
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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson apologised for attending a "bring your own booze" gathering in the garden of Number 10 during England's first lockdown. Is it enough to save his leadership? Or should he resign? To discuss further Shane was joined on the show by Ann Widdecombe, Former Tory MP and former Brexit Party MEP & Stephen Pound, Former Labour MP for Ealing North.
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The new guidelines for isolation for close contacts state that teenagers over the age of13 who are vaccinated but not boosted will have to restrict their movements for 7 days. If f they are boosted they do not have to isolate. However, they are not eligible for a booster, and this has caused a lot of frustration among parents. To discuss this further we spoke to a Journalist and mum of 7 Jen Hogan and Professor of Comparative Immunology at Trinity College Dublin, Cliona O’Farrell.
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The saga of Novak Djokovic’s appearance at the Australian Open took another twist yesterday as the tennis star admitted an “administrative mistake” in his visa application while he also apologised for not isolating in December despite having Covid. Djokovic could still see his visa cancelled by Australia’s immigration minister. Sam Hargreaves Sports Commentator with SEN in Melbourne joined us this morning with more on this story from Australia.
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A temporary relaxation in driving and resting time rules for heavy goods vehicle drivers has been agreed by the Road Safety Authority and the Department of Transport due to a driver shortage caused by Omicron. For more on this temporary rule for truckers, Shane spoke to Eugene Drennan President of the Irish Road Haulage Association and Paul Murphy People Before Profit TD.
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Covid restrictions for close contacts of cases are likely to be relaxed before the weekend if the Cabinet gives the go-ahead to proposals from the Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly, when it meets on Wednesday morning. But are we taking a riskier approach to public health? To discuss further Pat was joined on the show this morning by Sean Defoe, Newstalk Political Correspondent, Dr. Eoghan De Barra, Consultant in infectious diseases at Beaumont Hospital and senior lecturer - Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland and Louise O’Reilly, Sinn Fein TD for Dublin Fingal.
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More than half of the European population are expected to be infected with the Omicron coronavirus variant within the next six to eight weeks according to the World Health Organisation. David Nabarro, The WHO’s special envoy on Covid-19 spoke to us this morning.
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Boris Johnson must resign if he broke lockdown rules that's what Tory politicians warned yesterday. Support for the Prime Minister has been in freefall since new Downing Street party allegations came to light, with a recent poll finding that 66 percent of voters want Mr. Johnson to quit. For more on this, we spoke to Matthew Parris, Columnist with The Times and former Conservative MP, and also Dominic Grieve, Former UK Attorney General, and conservative MP.
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Is Ireland the best small country in the world in which to begrudge business? Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor with the Irish Independent thinks so, and he joins us alongside Brid Smith People Before Profit TD .
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Plant-based diets popular among teenage girls are putting their health at risk. That’s the warning from food experts who say milk substitutes leave consumers low in protein while shunning meat has led iron deficiency to spike among young women. For more on this Jonathan spoke to Nutritionist Gaye Godkin.
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The cabinet is meeting this morning to discuss plans to scrap the requirement to restrict movements for close contacts. People who have had a booster jab will no longer need to restrict their movements if they are identified as close contact of a confirmed Covid case. To discuss this further Jonathan was joined by Christine Loscher, Professor of Immunology at DCU.
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Boris Johnson feels the pressure as more evidence surfaces of parties during lockdown. We discuss this and the Northern Ireland Protocol latest, the Tony Blair knighthood, and more with Writer, communicator, consultant, strategist & mental health campaigner.
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The human attention span is in free fall. That’s right - as a result of the pandemic and our growing reliance on technology, many of us can now only concentrate for 65 seconds at a time. How can we fight back and find focus in 2022? Dr Sabina Brennan, Health Psychologist, Neuroscientist and Author of Beating Brainfog joined us on the show this morning to help us bring back focus in 2022.
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Ireland has surpassed 1million confirmed cases of Covid-19 since the beginning of the pandemic. It comes as Taoiseach Micheál Martin has ruled out any question of mandatory vaccination being introduced in Ireland. Paul Moynagh Professor of Immunology and Director of the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Health Research at Maynooth University joined us on the show this morning.
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The Government is likely to accept a recommendation from an independent body to shorten the working week of many public servants. It's after review by an Independent Body has recommended extra unpaid hours introduced in 2013 are reversed. The proposal would benefit the likes of nurses, education, and local authority staff. To discuss this futher we spoke to John King Deputy General Secretary for SIPTU with responsibility for Public Services.
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We need a punitive vacant & derelict property tax to force the sale of the property so says Assistant Professor of Social Policy at Maynooth University Rory Hearne and he joined Shane on the show along with Financial analyst Karl Deeter.
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Novak Djokovic won his visa appeal yesterday but the tennis number one is not out of the woods just yet. Minister for Immigration, Alex Hawke will now consider whether to exercise a personal power of cancellation of Djokovic’s visa. For the latest on this, Shane spoke to Sports Commentator with SEN in Melbourne, Sam Hargreaves on the show this morning.
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Former Defence Forces member Lisa Smith wants the Special Criminal Court to stop her imminent trial on charges of being a member of Islamic State and financing terrorism. With more on this story, we spoke to Ali Bracken journalist with the Sunday Independent.
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Novak Djokovic has won his appeal against deportation from Australia after border officials previously ruled he did not meet the criteria for an exemption to entry requirements. For the latest on this story, Jonathan was joined now by Sports Commentator with SEN in Melbourne, Sam Hargreaves.
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A further 21,384 cases of Covid-19 have been recorded by the Department of Health as the health service remains under strain because of the pandemic. With reaction, we were joined this morning on the show by Paul Reid, CEO of the HSE
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The National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals (NAPD) is calling for a hybrid approach to the Leaving Cert, giving students a choice of exams and accredited grades, or both. Fine Gael Senator Regina Doherty is also behind the call, and she spoke to Jonathan this morning.
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A Cork city councillor is calling for the appointment of a park ranger for the Glen River Park after reports of the illegal use of scrambler bikes in the park. Oliver Moran Green Party Councillor Cork North East joined us on the show to outline his concerns.
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Progress on multi-denominational schools is too ‘slow’. That’s the criticism being levelled at the government today. 236 new schools must be delivered by 2030 to meet their target and on the line to discuss is Michael Nugent, Chairperson of Atheist Ireland.
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Leading experts have criticised the Government’s decision not to extend the new 9-month expiry date for Covid passes for indoor dining and pubs. To discuss further we were joined by Professor of Immunovirology at University College Cork, Liam Fanning.
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Students from fee-charging schools are significantly more likely to progress to high points college courses, according to data compiled by The Irish Times. In reaction to this data, we spoke to Dr. Katriona O’Sullivan, Lecturer in psychology at Maynooth University.
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It is understood that NPHET has not recommended any increase in Covid restrictions. It comes as the Department of Health confirmed a record 23,817 new Covid cases with 941 in hospital. In reaction to the record number of new COVID cases, we spoke to Dr. Colm Henry Chief Clinical Officer with the HSE.
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Motorist who are obstructing the footpaths, bus a cycle lane will be now a subject for more severe fines. Minister of Transport signed a regulation which will double the fine from 40 to 80 euro. Is it enough to tackle the problem of illegal parking in our cities? Ciara was joined on the show by Una Morrison a spokesperson for Dublin Cycling Campaign.
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E-cigarette products, including vapes, should be subject to strict advertising and sales restrictions such as those placed on tobacco products That’s according to Fine Gael TD and party health spokesperson, Colm Burke who joins me now and also with a reaction we spoke to Joanne O’Connell, Irish Vape Vendors Association Director.
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January 6th is Nollaig na mBan a day where women put their feet up and switch off from the stresses of post-Christmas life Is it a nice old Irish tradition or is it a little sexist in 2022? To give an insight into this day Ciara spoke to the Chairman of the Communications Clinic, Terry Prone.
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Tennis star Novak Djokovic has been denied entry to Australia by the country's border force and faces deportation after his visa was cancelled. Djokovic had said he was granted a medical exemption from vaccine requirements by the country; however, Border officials said he failed to provide appropriate evidence to meet the country's entry requirements. For more on this we heard from Sam Hargreaves – Sports Commentator with SEN in Melbourne.
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It was this day last year that rocked the American political establishment to its core when protestors stormed the US Capitol in protest at Joe Biden’s victory over Donald Trump in the 2020 US election. So 12 months on, was Donald Trump to blame for that riot, and could we even see him make a run for the presidency in 2024?
Mick Mulvaney is the former chief of staff for Donald Trump who also resigned as the US special envoy in Northern Ireland in protest at Trump’s handling of the crisis and he joined Shane on the show this morning to look back on that day.
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Operation Transformation promotes eating disorders and should be decommissioned so says the Bodywhys the Eating Disorder Association of Ireland. Does the show have such a negative impact on the mental health of its viewers or has a positive objective of encouraging a healthier lifestyle? Dr Donal O’Shea - HSE Lead for Obesity joined Shane this morning with his view on this.
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The Genrui brand of antigen tests has been pulled out from the sale amid of false-positive results. The Health Products Regulatory Authority has received over 550 complaints from the consumers that claimed the tests showed false-positive results of infection with Covid 19. For more on this we spoke to Priscilla Lynch Clinical Editor with the Medical Independent.
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A new pilot scheme which is to be rolled out in some parts of London will allow under-25s caught with Class B drugs - such as cannabis, ketamine, and speed - to avoid arrest and be offered awareness classes or counselling. Eddie D’Arcy, who’s been a youth worker since the early 1980s and now works in the southwest inner city spoke to us this morning on the show to discuss if we should have a similar pilot scheme in Ireland.
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The Government is not planning on bringing more covid restrictions this week as they also have confirmed schools will reopen as planned on Thursday. It comes as the Department of Health confirmed another 21,302 new Covid-19 cases with 884 people now in hospital with the virus. For more on this, joining us this morning on the show was Liam Fanning Professor of Immunovirology at UCC.
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Many children and teenagers up and down the country received e-scooters and e-bikes for Christmas but one local councillor said that it is 'going to lead to serious accidents.' Derry Canty is a Fine Gael Councillor in Ballincollig in Cork and he spoke to Ciara about his concerns this morning on the show.
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Ireland has the highest daily intake of fruits and vegetables among other EU nations. That’s according to the latest Eurostat survey. How did we become the top veggie nation in Europe? In reaction to the survey, we spoke to Sarah Keogh, the dietitian at Eatwell.ie
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Global sales of SUVs hit new records in 2021 and as cars have gotten bigger, they’re starting to take up more public space in urban centres – squeezing through narrower streets and causing obstruction when parked incorrectly. Should city councils disincentivize large car ownership? With more on this Ciara was joined this morning on the show by Janet Horner, Green Party Councillor for the North Inner City.
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Alanna Quinn Idris was left with severe facial injuries -including a ruptured eyeball, broken bones to her cheek and eye socket as well as broken teeth -during the attack in Ballyfermot on December 30th. The 17-year-old has been told that there is 90 percent chance she will lose sight in her right eye. This morning on the show Shane spoke to Alanna’s mother Jamie.
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The EU's new food promotion policy for 2022 has labelled red meat a cancer risk and says food promotions in the EU should encourage a shift to a more plant-based diet. For reaction to this Shane was joined on the show this morning by Tim Cullinan President of the IFA.
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Earlier in the show we spoke to Paul Flynn Chef and owner of the Tannery in Dungarvan about how best to cook a Turkey. We have had a caller get in touch with us this morning who is not too happy about the interview....
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Kids across the country are excited for the big day! How are the skies looking for Santa’s arrival? Fiona Donoher Air Traffic Controller at Dublin Air traffic control tower gives up an update for all the Christmas awaiting Santa's arrival.
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Christmas is a time for family, food… and films! There’s nothing quite like settling in with a box of Quality Street and a festive classic. And for those of us whose Christmas plans have been scuppered by the pandemic, movies will be even more of a comfort than usual. John Fardy - Presenter of Screentime joins us with his top five Christmas films.
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A total of 7,411 new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed and public health officials believe cases of the Omicron variant will continue to grow. What impact could increased infection numbers have on our healthcare services over the holidays, and what should you do if you think you have Covid over Christmas? With some guidance for you we spoke to Eoghan DeBarra, Senior Lecturer in the RCSI and Infectious Diseases consultant in Beaumont Hospital, and also Dr. Brendan O’Shea, Kildare GP & assistant adjuvant professor in public health and primary care at Trinity College Dublin.
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There are many of our brave citizens who’ll be working this Christmas in our hospitals, Garda Stations and further afield. But for our Defense Forces, many of our men and women will be away from their families this Christmas. So what will they be getting up to? We spoke to Captain Idris Rquibi currently serving with the 119 Infantry Battalion in South Lebanon and Airman Gerry Kirwan Currently serving with 64th Infantry Group in the Golan Heights, Syria.
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How does Santa get down the chimney? How fast do his reindeers travel and how do they do it? How can Santa cross so many times zones in 24 hours? Phil Smyth, from Simply Science joined us on the show show this morning talk us through the science of Christmas.
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Today was predicted to be the busiest day for Christmas shopping.
€7 million an hour was expected to be spent across the country today.
However, so far this week has been way quieter than normal in Dublin City Centre as our reporter Barry Whyte has been finding out...
They are perennial for Christmas dinner – but not everyone is a fan. Why are Brussel Sprouts so repulsive to many, and how can you make them bearable? Well with some tips on cooking and serving Brussel sprouts was Chef Brian McDermott.
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An increase in cases driven by the Omicron variant are about to “kick off”, but we can’t yet be certain of what will happen then.That’s the view of HSE CEO Paul Reid, who joined us on the show this morning.
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With Covid 19 cases rapidly rising, more and more people are coming to the grim conclusion that they may have to spend the holidays self-isolating – away from family and friends. What do you do if you’re in this situation? For some guidance and advice we spoke to Psychotherapist Stella O’Malley.
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President Michael D Higgins has signed into law legislation that commits the State to ensuring that at least 20 percent of staff recruited to public bodies will be proficient in Irish by 2030. But how will that target be met? To discuss Ciara spoke to Julian de Spáinn, General Secretary of Conradh na Gaeilge.
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Now the Rose of Tralee is allowing trans and married women to take part in the event. After a two-year hiatus, the festival will return next August but is set to be very different, with organisers announcing a raft of major changes to the world-famous event. To chat about these changes to the festival we heard from Anthony O’Gara, Executive Chair of the Rose of Tralee International Festival.
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One of the highlights of every Christmas season is the unique fundraising events of charity leader Conor Hughes on Blackrock beach, Conor is the founder of CrossCause, and he always goes the extra mile to put smiles on faces and raise awareness of his charity during the holiday season. Conor joined us this morning and to tell us what he is planning on Blackrock beach this Christmas time.
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The Leaving Cert should be run on a hybrid basis again in 2022 so says Labour education spokesperson Aodhán Ó Ríordáin and Aodhán joined us on the show this morning to explain what exactly he is calling for.
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Now speaking on yesterday’s show Taoiseach Mícheál Martin said that the housing crisis would be his number one priority outside of Covid in his remaining 12 months in the job. The man responsible for this brief is Darragh O'Brien Minister for Housing joined Ciara on the show this morning.
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"There is no greater gift than never again having to walk into an overheated, Wham-blasting shopping centre full of animatronic reindeer and the smell of damp hair, to spend £20 on a pot plant that nobody has asked for nor, in all probability, wants.” So says columnist Nell Frizzell in The Guardian this week and Nell joined us this morning on the show this Christmas week.
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The jury in Ghislaine Maxwell's sex abuse trial began deliberations yesterday after hearing closing arguments over whether the British socialite set up teenage girls to have sexual encounters with the late financier Jeffrey Epstein. For the latest on this Shane spoke to Alexander Harriet, Senior Reporter with The Daily Mail.
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The waiting period between recovering from Covid-19 and receiving a booster vaccine has been shortened to three months. With more on this, we were joined on the show by Paul Moynagh, Professor of Immunology and Director of the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Health research at Maynooth University.
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The average Irish adult can expect to pile on half a stone over the festive season, as a combination of boozing, overeating, and shunning exercise takes its toll on our waistlines. Dr Eva Orsmond, Medical doctor and health advocate at Orsmond clinics joined us this morning with advice on eating well over Christmas.
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Up to thirty percent of parents in some schools are choosing not to send their children to class before Christmas in fear of covid infections. In reaction to this, we heard from Seamus Mulconroy, General Secretary of Catholic Primary School Management Association.
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The latest restrictions to curb the spread of covid 19 kick in today, including an 8pm hospitality curfew and a 50% capacity cap at major sporting and cultural events. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tony Holohan joined Sinead on the show this morning.
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We’ve all had to rethink how things are done this year, including Santa. Many boys and girls around the country won’t get to see Santa in person this year, but he has been embracing technology! Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly joined us this morning with all the details.
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The Government said yesterday that there are no plans for further Covid-19 restrictions before the end of the year, but warned there are no guarantees about the future trajectory of the disease. Joining Shane this morning was Tánaiste Leo Varadkar, Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment.
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The winter solstice sunrise will stream live this year from inside the passage tomb of Newgrange, and you can watch it online today. Sinead spoke to Anthony Murphy - of Mythical Ireland and author ahead of this live stream.
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The College of Psychiatrists of Ireland has warned that physician-assisted suicide is not compatible with good medical care
Participation in sport is returning to pre pandemic levels according to new research from Sport Ireland. However, the gender gap widened suggesting women were slower to return to sports and exercise. To discuss this further Ciara spoke to Dr Una May Director of Participation and Ethics at Sports Ireland.
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TDs and Senators are recommending a ban on wet wipes, hotel toiletries, and single sachets of sugar and sauce, while they also say that a fifth of supermarket floor space should be given to refillable products. Mindy O'Brien is Co-ordinator of VOICE, the voice of Irish Concerned for the Environment and she joined Ciara on the show this morning with her reaction to this news.
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NPHET has recommended that pubs and restaurants close a 5 pm from Monday. They’re also recommending that capacity at all sporting, theatre, and cultural gatherings be cut by 50% and that events finish before 5 pm. For reaction, Ciara spoke to Marc McSharry, Independent Sligo Leitrim TD.
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The government is today set to increase restrictions due to concerns around the Covid Omicron variant. To discuss this and more we were joined on the show this morning by Paul Reid, CEO of the HSE.
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The North Shropshire election has thrown a spanner in the works for the Conservative party Joining Shane this morning was Columnist with The Times and former Conservative MP Matthew Parris.
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Cabinet will meet today to discuss recommendations made by NPHET how will hospitality fair out? With less than 10 days to go until Christmas are they already seeing a decline in customers? Joining Shane this morning was Deirdre Devitt, owner of The Two Sisters pub in Terenure and Paul Treyvaud, Owner of Treyvaud's Restaurant in Killarney.
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NPHET met yesterday to discuss tightening rules as the Omicron variant continues to cause problems for Christmas. For more Ciara was joined by Dr. Cliona Ni Cheallaigh, Infectious Diseases and Internal Medicine physician at St James' Hospital in Dublin.
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NPHET met yesterday to discuss tightening rules as the Omicron variant continues to cause problems for Christmas. For more Ciara was joined by Dr. Cliona Ni Cheallaigh, Infectious Diseases and Internal Medicine physician at St James' Hospital in Dublin.
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Inflation will continue to rise next year, peaking at 6% in March 2022. That’s the prediction coming from the Economic and Social Research Institute today and to discuss this further Shane spoke to Edgar Morgenroth is Professor of Economics at DCU.
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GPs and pharmacies have been told they will be allowed give Covid booster vaccines to anyone over the age of 16. They will still be expected to prioritise older and vulnerable cohorts first. Darragh O'Loughlin Irish Pharmacy Union Secretary General and Dr Denis McCauley Chairman of the GP Committee of the Irish Medical Organisation spoke to Ciara on the show with reaction to this new development with regard to the booster rollout.
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9 days to Christmas and the countdown has begun especially for those ex-pats making long and short journeys home. So, how many emigrants are expected to touch down in the nation’s airports this year, and what measures will help manage this influx of seasonal travellers? For more on this, we spoke to Kevin Cullinane is Group Head of Communications at the DAA.
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It would usually be unthinkable that the Conservatives would lose the by-election in North Shropshire but stranger things have happened in politics. Joining Ciara to look ahead to today's by-election was Senior political correspondent with The Daily Mirror Rachel Wearmouth.
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Primary schools should close on Friday for the Christmas break in light of the emergence of the Omicron variant. So says People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy who spoke to Shane this morning and also to debate this was Aodhan O’Riordan, the Labour Party’s Education spokesperson.
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Boris Johnson suffered the worst Parliamentary rebellion of his premiership last night after almost 100 conservative MPs voted against some of his proposed COVID-19 restrictions. For more we spoke to Enda Brady is a Sky News Correspondent.
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The new road safety strategy proposes the specific consideration of bringing in a 30 kilometre-per-hour default speed limit in urban areas, which could extend to towns and villages across the country. But is this a good idea? To discuss, we were joined by Ciarán Cuffe, Green MEP for Dublin and Michael Healy-Rae, Independent TD for Kerry .
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The leaders of the coalition were last night briefed by the chief medical officer Tony Holohan and other senior NPHET members among the growing number of Omicron covid cases. The new variant is estimated to now account for 14% of cases in Ireland. Charlie McConalogue Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine spoke to us this morning on the show.
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It's time for Christmas Kidstalk, the boys of O'Connell Boys CBS, North Richmond Street Dublin, chat to Henry McKean about Christmas.
Representatives of both the National Lottery and the Lottery Regulator will come before the Oireachtas Finance Committee after the top prize was not won, once again. The top prize has been capped at €19.06 million since early October. For more on this Ciara spoke to Fine Gael TD and a member of the finance committee, Bernard Durkin.
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The Taoiseach has not ruled out the introduction of further Covid-19 restrictions before Christmas, as Omicron threatens to become the dominant strain in the country. Joining Ciara this morning with more on this was Professor Sam McConkey, Infectious Disease Specialist at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland.
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People will be able to receive a booster dose of a Covid-19 vaccine three months after their second dose under recommendations made by the National Immunisation Advisory Committee. To discuss this change with regard to the change in booster roll out Ciara spoke to Liam Fanning Professor of Immunovirology at UCC and Dr Eoghan de Barra Senior Lecturer in the RCSI and Infectious Diseases consultant in Beaumont Hospital.
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People will be able to receive a booster dose of a Covid-19 vaccine three months after their second dose under recommendations made by the National Immunisation Advisory Committee. For more on this Shane spoke to Christine Loscher, Professor of Immunology at DCU.
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Imagine finding out that one of your children has a terminal illness with no treatment or cure. Now imagine finding out that it affects all three of them. That’s the unthinkable news Paula Naughton got in 2012, when her sons Archie, George, and Isaac were diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Paula joined us on the show this morning with an appeal for help for her three sons.
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We are just a matter of days away from Christmas morning. If you are expecting to find some tech under your tree this year, our Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly has some tips to make sure the setup goes smoothly.
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Now is the time to "boost the booster campaign" as four new Omicron cases have been detected, so says Minister for Higher Education Simon Harris. Paul Moynagh, Professor of Immunology and Director of the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Health Research at Maynooth University joined us this morning.
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The Irish Truckers & Haulage Association Against Fuel Prices, which brought Dublin traffic to a standstill in November, are planning to do the exact same today with their second protest. Joining us live from protests in Naas is Newstalk reporter Josh Crosbie to tell us how are things developing and also we heard from Newstalk Reporter Paul O’Donoghue, who’s live at protests in Ashbourne. Paul.
For more reaction to today's protests, we heard from Richard Guiney of Dublin Town and Independent TD for Limerick Richard O’Donoghue.
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Cannabis addiction in under-18s has been snowballing silently in the background to unprecedented numbers, so says our guest this morning, Bobby Smyth, Child Psychiatrist working in adolescent addiction services in Dublin.
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The Policing Authority has made a recommendation to the Oireachtas Justice Committee that officers should be required to record the ethnicity, age, and gender of people who are stopped and searched. For more on this, we were joined on the show by Bob Collins Chairman of the Policing Authority.
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Ostrich therapy – that is how Irish Times columnist Roisin Ingle explains her plan for dealing with her unvaccinated relatives during the Christmas season. Are you worried about hosting a get-together with your unvaccinated relatives? Joining me to discuss this new conundrum is Irish Times columnist, Roisin Ingle.
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Every household in the country will have €100 knocked off their first electricity bill under plans being prepared by Government. Joining Shane discuss this further was Political editor with the Irish examiner, Danny McConnell
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A new mum has told how firefighters raced to her house on Tuesday evening to help her give birth during Storm barra. Danielle Murphy spoke to Shane this morning on her special delivery during storm Barra.
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The Department of Health has confirmed that Ireland now has 6 confirmed cases of the Omicron variant of Covid 19. Kingston Mills Professor of Experimental Immunology at Trinity College Dublin spoke to us this morning on the show.
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Ireland has ranked 40th out of 43 among European countries in tackling fertility in a new landmark report published by Fertility Europe. The results have sparked fresh calls on the Government to commit to state funding for IVF treatment. For more on this we spoke to Dr Sorca O’Brien, Aspire fellow in fertility in National Maternity Hospital and Merrion Fertility Clinic.
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Taoiseach Mícheál Martin, Tánaiste Leo Varadkar, and the HSE have all apologised after hundreds of people were turned away from over-subscribed walk-in vaccination clinics in Dublin on Thursday. It comes after it was revealed people are getting multiple booster vaccine appointments because of a glitch between the HSE's vaccination database and the IT systems used by pharmacies and GPs. Tony O’Brien Former Director-General of the HSE and Columnist with the Business Post spoke to Johnathan this morning on the show.
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85% of Irish people are worried about climate change that’s according to a major new study from the Environmental protection agency. For more on the findings of the study, Shane spoke to Sharon Finegan who is a Director with the EPA.
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Sex and the City returns to screens this evening in a revamp entitled, And Just Like That. Sarah Madden looks at the show's enduring relevance and previews the next chapter to come.
The National Immunisation Advisory Committee has recommended that Covid-19 vaccinations be offered to children aged 5 to 11 years, with around 480,000 primary school children to be offered a vaccine. But is their vaccine hesitancy amongst parents? Jen Hogan, Author, Journalist, and Mum of seven-spoke to us this morning.
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A €50m supports package has been announced for the live performance sector following the reintroduction of Covid-19 restrictions on the industry. Michael McGrath, Minister for Public Expenditure spoke to Jonathan this morning on the show.
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Universal screening for dyslexia in primary schools could be introduced in the UK – should we be doing the same here in Ireland? Timmy Long is a co-presenter of Two Norries podcast and was diagnosed with Dyslexia at the age of 36 and he spoke to Ciara this morning on how he has been dealing with his diagnosis.
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As we become more secular, do Irish families still put out a nativity scene and a crib with Baby Jesus arriving on Christmas eve? Or is this another dying tradition? Henry McKean visited a church, a school and religious retailer Veritas who sell cribs from €5 to life size ones for €3,000.
With contributions from Fr Joe McDonald in Kildare, Veritas.ie and O'Connell Boys School Dublin 1.
US government officials will boycott the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing because of China's human rights "atrocities", the White House said on Monday. Should Ireland follow suit? To discuss we spoke to David Quinn Columnist with the Sunday Times.
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A red wind warning for 3 counties this morning with an orange warning in place for a further 9 counties. With all Schools and universities in the counties affected to remain closed. We get the latest from around the country with Evelyn Cusack Head of Forecasting at Met Eireann, Keith Leonard Chair of the National Directorate for Fire & Emergency Management’s Crisis Management Team, and Darragh O'Brien, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage.
Also, we heard from reporters on the ground in Cork with Kacey O’Riordan - Newstalk Reporter, Anne Lucey, Kerry Journalist and David Raleigh reporter covering Clare and Limerick.
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A new national campaign in Scotland is challenging the stigma around the problem of use of drugs and alcohol urging people to stop using words such as “junkie”, “addict” and “alcoholic”, instead of replacing them with “person with problematic substance use”. Philly McMahon is a Dublin footballer and proud Ballymun native joined us this morning on what he thought of this campaign and why we need something like this here in Ireland.
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Why are so many Irish people getting obesity surgery abroad? High costs, long waiting times, and the threat of covid-19. These are the reasons more and more Irish people are seeking obesity surgery abroad, with one Turkish health tourism agency reporting a 220 percent increase in enquiries from Ireland in the last year alone. Helen Heneghan is a Professor of Surgery at St Vincent’s Hospital and a consultant bariatric surgeon spoke to Ciara this morning.
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Plans for a white-water rafting course in Dublin city appear to have been shelved. In an update to councillors, the council says there's been significant hostility towards the project and that it's been unable to convince state bodies to provide funding. In reaction to this decision, Shane was joined by Fine Gael Dublin City Councillor Danny Byrne.
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Price increases are on the way early next year for mobile customers of Ireland’s biggest networks. For more on what customers might expect Ciara spoke to Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly.
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Tensions have been raised in the coalition after a bill from Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil senators to allow for the resumption of peat harvesting to supply the Irish horticulture industry has caused consternation in the Green Party. Joining Shane to discuss this morning was Michael Healy Rae, Independent TD for Kerry and Senator Pauline O’Reilly, Leader of the Green Party in the Seanad.
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Tánaiste Leo Varadkar and the Arts Minister Catherine Martin will today meet with representative groups that are affected by the increased Covid restrictions that were announced on Friday. Matt McGranaghan Spokesperson for the Music and Entertainment Association of Ireland will be one of those at the meeting and he spoke to Ciara ahead of that meeting.
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No Christmas shopping, no panicked present buying, no stressful family gatherings, no waiting hand and foot on others on Christmas Day. Is this the kind of Christmas you secretly dream of? UK Based Writer and Journalist Marion McGilvary has decided that for the first time she's ignoring Christmas completely this year and spending the holidays alone with her cats instead! Marion joined us on Newstalk Breakfast. Marion Bah Humbug!!
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The National Public Health Emergency Team is believed to be considering a range of curbs on the hospitality sector, with the aim of reducing transmission of Covid-19. One of the measures reportedly being assessed is the value of restricting opening times of licensed premises. Padraig Cribben, Vintners Federation of Ireland Chief Executive joined Jonathan Healy on the show this morning.
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Once-in-a-generation. That’s what the government’s new citizenship scheme is being called, as it will regularise thousands of undocumented migrants living in Ireland and their families too. Minister for Justice Helen McEntee joined Shane on the show.
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The Royal insignia should be removed from Ireland’s post boxes and replaced with the seal of An Post. That’s the view of John Costelloe, Sinn Féin Councillor for Limerick City North who joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
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There's no doubt that the price of groceries has gone up in recent months with inflation. However prices have also gone up in Northern Ireland. And with that and the weak euro, is there any value in cross-border shopping this Christmas? Our reporter Barry Whyte has been finding out...
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The Environmental protection agency is calling for urgent action to address Ireland’s rising waste volumes and falling recycling rates. That’s according to their new National Waste Statistics Summary Report for 2019. Tara Higgins, EPA Senior Scientist spoke to Jonathan Healy this morning.
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6 for dinner, 3 for tea, and shutting up shop at 11. These are just some of the latest restrictions recommended by NPHET to try to reduce the spread of COVID 19. Paul Moynagh is Professor of Immunology and Director of the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Health research at NUI Maynooth and joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
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Rachel McElroy was just 18 and on her first college night out when she was sexually assaulted in Cork City in 2019. Instead of helping the teenager, onlookers recorded the assault on their phones and posted the videos to social media. Yesterday Rachel’s attacker Bagrat Kudzievi was sentenced to seven years behind bars. Rachel spoke to Ciara this morning with her reaction to the sentence handed down yesterday.
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Mica campaigners say the Redress Scheme introduced this week will not cover all costs and have criticised the ‘sliding-scale method applied in the scheme. Charlie McConalogue, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, and FF TD for Donegal spoke to Shane this morning.
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Local authorities collected less than half a million euros in levies on derelict sites last year despite almost €5.5 million being owed, new figures show. Thomas Gould, Sinn Féin TD calls for every local authority to specific derelict sites team and he spoke to Ciara this morning.
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Around 350 thousand households are facing more energy price hikes as increases from two more suppliers take effect from today. Daragh Cassidy Head of Communications at bonkers.ie joined us this morning to tell us what kind of increases are we talking about?
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The latest round of restrictions and growing threat of the omicron variant has sent national morale plummeting and caused patience to fray. So, how can we maintain our mental resilience in the days and weeks to come? For some guidance and advice Stella O’Malley is a Psychotherapist and author joined us this morning.
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The lottery draw has rolled over 47 times since the start of June, a phenomenon one mathematician says has an odds of 1,500 to one. Dr Michael Cronin is Head of statistics at the School of Mathematical Sciences at University College Cork joined us on the show this morning to chat about this mathematician phenomenon.
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Landlords will see new rent legislation being brought forward by Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien
Details of a draft cabinet memo on the proposed Mica Redress scheme published in the weekend papers indicate that residents could be offered a full 100% grant for all remediation works capped at €420,000. Independent Donegal County Councillor Frank Mc Brearty and his father, Frank McBrearty Sr, are worried that their houses, which cost about €1 million each, will not qualify for the government’s new scheme and Frank Mc Brearty Jnr spoke to us this morning on the show about their concerns.
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Dubliners are to be “paid” for a walk in the park with “civic dollars” they can cash in for coffee and cake and other goods and services, in a new scheme by Dublin City council in an effort to encourage outdoor exercise. Dr Niall Moyna Professor of Human Performance at DCU spoke to us this morning about this new incentive.
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People aged in their 60s can attend walk-in booster centres around the country this weekend.
On Newstalk Breakfast this morning, HSE chief Paul Reid said people attending the clinics must ensure they are eligible for a booster.
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Justice Minister Helen McEntee joins Shane to discuss the Covid latest including the new variant emerging from Southern Africa.
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Now shoppers across the country are struggling to get their hands on PlayStation 5 consoles in time for Christmas. Déjà vu much? Well with the big day now a month away, could this happen with other gifts? Sinead Ryan, Consumer columnist and host of the Home Show on Newstalk joined us this morning.
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Now as you heard from Vincent in the business bulletin - First-time buyers aged 30 and under are only drawing down less than a quarter of new mortgages. That’s according to a new report from Banking & Payments Federation Ireland. In reaction to this, we spoke to student and journalist Harry McCann.
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Very few young people can spot the signs of abuse’ research from new Woman's Aid report
Hauliers have been making their way to the capital this morning. They met at various points surrounding the county in the past hour and a convoy has now started to make its way to the Dáil. Our reporter Josh Crosbie is at one of these meeting points and he reported for us.
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Winter is no longer coming, it has well and truly arrived. Yes, temperatures dropped below zero last night and earlier we spoke to Emer Flood, Meteorologist at Met Eireann who had this update.
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Episode 1 of Inside The Crime - The Whelan Family Story is released on Tuesday 23 November, with a new episode weekly.
Readers of the Sunday Independent’s Life magazine may have come across the controversial, yet very touching story of Patrick and Elizabeth Larkin. The married octogenarians both took their own lives last March, as neither of them felt they could carry on without the other. David Orr is their cousin and the article’s author and he spoke to us on the show this morning.
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The Dáil Committee has approved a special committee on the issue of assisted dying very early next year which will run for 9 months. It follows on foot of bill put forward by Gino Kenny, the People Before Profit-Solidarity TD, and Gino talked to us this morning on the show.
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The government needs to outline its plan to clear the backlog in PCR tests, as many people are waiting a number of days to even get one, that’s according to our guest Duncan Smith, Labours Spokesperson for Health and he spoke to Jonathan on the show this morning.
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Pubs, late-night bars, and nightclubs will have to close at midnight and people will be asked to work from home under the latest Government announcement on restrictions. Stephen Donnelly, Minister for Health joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
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Government is today launching its Be Winter Ready campaign and to tell us all about it was Head of Forecasting with Met Eireann, Evelyn Cusack.
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We would be in lockdown without vaccination’ - that’s according to Taoiseach Micheal Martin who yesterday announced new restrictions. The spokesperson from the Give Us The Night campaign, Sunil Sharpe and CEO of IMSE, Neil McDonnell both gave their reactions to the new covid restrictions.
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Now with International Men’s Day taking place this Friday, what is life like for Irish men in 2021, and is “toxic masculinity” still a major problem? Diarmuid Lyng Owner of Wild Irish Retreats and former Wexford hurler joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.
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The government has signed off on the long-awaited redress scheme for the survivors of mother and baby homes abuse. The scheme will be worth 800 million euros. Roderic O’Gorman Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth joined Ciara on the show.
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Taoiseach Michael Martin has emphasised that a "collective effort" is what is needed to keep society open and to sustain the progress we have made so far. So, what can we do? Dr Denis McCauley Chairman of the GP Committee of the Irish Medical Organisation discussed with Shane.
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Experts have said that stronger measures may be needed if ICU numbers continue to surge. There are 106 Covid patients in intensive care today, of whom 71 are being ventilated Infectious Disease Specialist at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland Professor Sam McConkey do you think extra measures will be needed to stop this surge in covid cases?
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Cork city’s ‘Pana ban’, in which private cars are banned from the city’s main street every afternoon, should be extended for longer hours, and cameras should be introduced to ensure drivers comply with the ban. That’s the view of Green Party Councillor Oliver Moran, who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
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Help medical professionals by increasing your own vigilance and maintaining a strong sense of personal responsibility’ - that’s the message from the President of the Irish Medical Organisation as they warn that increasing numbers of Covid cases are a real cause for concern
Joining Ciara with more on this was the President of the Irish Medical Organisation, Dr. Ina Kelly.
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The British government is preparing to trigger Article 16 of the Northern Ireland Protocol, which could lead to a trade dispute between the European Union and the UK, that’s according to our guest Simon Coveney Minister for Foreign Affairs and Defence.
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Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Leo Varadkar on the climate action plan
The centrality of horses to Travellers’ culture “has to be acknowledged” in housing policy. That’s the warning from Michael O’Flaherty, Director of the EU’s Fundamental Rights Agency, who says local authorities should accommodate travellers with somewhere to stable a horse. Martin Collins, Co-Director of Pavee Point Traveller and Roma Centre joined us with more on this story.
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In Ireland, the only legally recognised family is created through marriage. Any other grouping of people who are mutually supportive or dependant, who may be living together, related or not, are simply not considered a family in Irish law. Do we need to redefine the legal definition of ‘family’ in Ireland? For more Ciara spoke to Ivana Bacik, Labour Spokesperson on children.
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Six months after Dublin’s office of city recovery was established to improve the public realm and facilitate outdoor enjoyment of the capital during the pandemic, only one new set of public lavatories has been provided. With more on this Shane spoke to CEO of Dublin Town, Richard Guiney
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“Climate change is a far more pressing challenge than Covid19 and Brexit.” Those were the words of Micheál Martin ahead of the COP26 summit in Glasgow. The Taoiseach addresses the climate conference today, but what can we expect from his speech? Caroline O’Doherty is Environmental correspondent at the Irish Independent joined us for more on this.
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My Legacy Month is an annual campaign that reminds people of the importance of making a will and generates awareness about legacy giving. It asks people to consider including a legacy gift in their wills for a charity they care about. My legacy ambassador and celebrity gardener Diarmuid Gavin joined us on the show to chat about the campaign.
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Gardaí are investigating a report that a woman was “spiked” with a needle in a Dublin nightclub. There’s been many claims recently that needles are being used to surreptitiously inject drugs into women in late-night venues, although until recently they were confined to Britain. For more on this, we heard from Dr. Mick Molloy, Consultant in Emergency Medicine.
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Most of us have an inner voice: that constant presence that tells you to “Watch out” or “Buy shampoo” - For many of us, this voice sounds much like our own but for some their inner voice is a completely different person altogether. What is our inner voice and why do we have one? To discuss this Sinead spoke to Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin, Brendan Kelly.
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We all know that a little help goes a long way…especially when it comes to supporting our children’s hospitals. This week we’ve teamed up with Tesco who, through their charity partnership, have provided over 330 pieces of vital medical equipment for the patients of Children’s Health Foundation Temple Street over the last six years.
We’ve been hearing first-hand accounts from the children and their families, who’ve overcome serious disease and injury with the support and care received at Temple Street. Jack Beattie is ten years old and he’s been going to Temple Street Hospital every three months since he was a few days old Jack and his mother Ruth spoke to Sinead this morning.
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Irish Rail staff are facing threats of violence, sexual assault and open drug use on an almost daily basis, according to the NBRU.
Rail staff are to vote on industrial action over lack of protection against ‘thuggery’ on trains. Members of the National Bus and Rail Union (NBRU) say authorities must act to protect rail workers from “anti-social behaviour and downright thuggery which has now gone well beyond a tipping point”. For more on this, we spoke to Dermot O’Leary, General Secretary of the National Bus and Rail Union.
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Tanaiste Leo Varadkar has said antigen tests may be rolled out in schools to test close contact of pupils. The comments come as new figures reveal that 21.7% of all Irish Covid cases were in children under the age of 18. In reaction to this, we spoke to Joe McKeown, INTO President.
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From today clubbers will have to buy tickets for clubs and late bars with dancefloors online at least one hour before attending the venue. Failure for venues to comply with the Government’s new rules for live entertainment and nightclubs could result in a fine of €2,500 for a first offence and €5,000 or even closure for a repeat offence. For more on these new regulations, Sinead spoke to Sunil Sharpe spokesperson for Give us the Night Campaign.
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Thousands of parents are submitting their children for sacraments under duress and because of coercion. That’s the view of Colm O'Connor, Principal of Cork Educate Together Secondary School who says Ireland’s ‘take it or leave it’ primary school religion curriculum is a violation of human rights and Colm spoke to Shane on the show this morning.
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The scrapping of a cap on the number of work permits for lorry drivers from outside Europe will do nothing to plug a huge shortage of drivers according to Haulers Minister of State for Business, Employment and Retail Damien English spoke to Breakfast Business this morning and outlined the overhaul of the permits system. For more on this, we heard from Independent TD and Former President of the Irish Road Haulage Association Verona Murphy.
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Hospitals are canceling planned procedures at a rate of ten per site due to increased Covid hospitalisations It comes as the Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan raised concerns at a briefing yesterday about the growing rate of Covid in the country. Joining Ciara to discuss this further was CEO of the HSE Paul Reid.
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Greenpeace has called on the EU to ban short flights on routes where a train journey under six hours is available as a solution to avert climate disaster. For more on this Shane spoke to Greenpeace Lorelei Limousin and Founder and Chair of Cityjet, Pat Byrne.
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Maternity hospitals are seeing a rise in unscheduled pregnancies in Irish leaving Cert & college students who are buying modafinil online for study purposes as a smart drug. For more on this we spoke to Deirdre Lundy, Sexual and Reproductive Health Expert and advisor to the HSE.
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The FAI have issued a statement ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2022 fixture against Portugal, warning fans who buy tickets being offered at inflated prices online that they risk being denied entry. The statement comes after legislation banning such ticket touting came into effect during the summer. To discuss this further we heard from Robert Troy is Minister of State for Trade Promotion.
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Pupils in primary schools could end up being sent home due to a growing shortage of substitute teachers being able to provide cover for teachers who are out sick, The Irish Primary Principals Network has warned. For more on this Ciara spoke to Maeve Tierney St Cronan's Boys National School in Bray
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EU ministers have failed to reach an agreement over long-term gas supply at an emergency meeting on the issue in Luxembourg. Minister for State at the Department of Energy Ossian Smyth was representing the Irish government and joined us this morning with more on this.
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Advertisers’ in Ireland have been told their depiction of older people is very often alienating and patronising. Earlier on, we spoke to Orlaith Carmody business consultant to Age Friendly Ireland who recently highlighted this issue to Advertisers at a webinar and for more on this we were joined by Ceilia Holman Lee, Irish model, fashion stylist and television presenter .
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A UK children’s charity has warned that parents who are abrupt with their children and choose low-key celebrations may be guilty of “mild neglect”. The NSPCC has issued guidance for child protection social workers, known as graded care profile 2, to score parents whom they suspect of neglecting their children on a scale of one to five. For more on this we spoke to Aoife Lee, parenting coach at Parent Support (parentsupport.ie) .
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Ireland has not been alone in seeing a major spike in Covid cases with Europe seeing an increase of 18% in cases in the past week compared to the previous seven days. Professor Sam McConkey Infectious Disease Specialist at the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland spoke to Shane this morning.
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"We have more sparkler-related injuries than fireworks” - so says a Cork plastic surgeon who is warning about the dangers of sparklers ahead of Halloween. Consultant Plastic Surgeon at the Bon Secours Hospital Cork, Dr Ann McKenna joined us the morning to tell us how bad are the injuries that she has treated.
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Nightclubs are open again from this evening, with reaction to this night of reopening Pat was joined this morning by Ian Redmond, Owner of Tramline Nightclub and Promoter Buzz O'Neill.
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As we head into a bank holiday weekend with restrictions easing – how concerned do we need to be about rising Covid numbers? Paul Reid CEO of the HSE joined us on the show this morning.
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After last-minute talks, Fáilte Ireland has finally published their guidelines for the easing of restrictions in the hospitality and entertainment industries today. 1,500 will be permitted to stand at gigs, nightclubs can reopen with 100% capacity while you will now be able to order at the bar in a pub but you will then need to return to your seat. We heard from the industry this morning, with Robbie Kitt spokesperson for Give us the Night Campaign and Padraig Cribben Chief Executive of the Vintners’ Federation of Ireland.
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Irish Artist Denise Chaila who this weekend will be returning to the stage at the Guinness Cork Jazz festival. The festival is the first major festival to take place with the easing of restrictions today. Denise Chaila joined us on the show ahead of her headline slot.
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Minister Catherine Martin last night confirmed nightclubs are to open at 100% capacity and in the case of live venues a maximum of 1,500 people can stand along with 100% seating. George Savage, Publican and Night Club Owner of 'The Blasket' in Tralee, and Martin Nolan, Owner of MPI Artists booking agency joined us on the show with their reaction.
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Klair Neenan, Managing Director of SSE Airtricity spoke to Gavin McLoughlin on the show this morning to discuss COP26.
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Covid-19 is growing again at a rate of 2-3 per cent a day but there is no “single silver bullet” that was the warning yesterday from NPHET. During their first press briefing in almost two months, NPHET also warned that the future trajectory of the disease remains very uncertain and involves “significant risk” to the health service. Professor Liam Fanning, Professor of Immunovirology at UCC joined us this morning and we ask how concerned should we be about the rise in cases?
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Legislation for e-scooters on Irish roads is finally set to become a reality after the cabinet approved the Road Traffic and Roads Bill. Under the new rules, a new class of ‘powered personal transporters’ will be created with these not requiring the same licensing, insurance, or tax considerations as motorbikes. Alan Farrell, Fine Gael TD, and Climate Action Spokesperson joined us on the show to discuss.
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The are reports within Government that the Green Party is preparing a raft of congestion charges as part of its climate-change agenda. Is it a good idea? To discuss further we heard from Eugene Drennan President of the Irish Road Haulage Association and John Gibbons Environmental Journalist.
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Breege O’Connor endured the majority of the late stages of her labour period in a car outside the Coombe last week because of coronavirus restrictions. Breege told us her story this morning.
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It was a very sad day for Irish poetry as two of the country’s best known poets passed away. Brendan Kennelly passed away at the age of 85 while Máire Mhac an tSaoi died at the age of 99. Poet Gabriel Fitzmaurice was a friend to both poets and he spoke fondly of his two friends this morning on the show.
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“Cocaine is well and truly alive in every little club in Ireland now”, that’s the view of Ciarán Carey Former Limerick Allstar & psychotherapy counsellor with ‘MyMove Counselling who spoke to Shane this morning on the show.
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A Fianna Fail TD and ex Irish teacher Pádraig O’Sullivan says the Leaving Cert ordinary-level Irish exam is “not fit for purpose” and that many students are leaving pages blank. The Leaving Cert Ordinary level Irish exam is “not fit for purpose”. Fianna Fail TD for Cork North Central Padraig O’Sullivan spoke to us this morning on the show.
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Irish Businesses against litter have released their first post-lockdown survey results and the findings are stark. Spokesperson for Irish Business against Litter, Conor Horgan joined Shane this morning on the show.
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Businesses and Brides alike are holding their breath this morning. That’s because the restrictions that are set to ease on Friday may now be in jeopardy. NPHET will meet in the coming hours to discuss rising cases and government recommendations. To predict what those might be is Liam Fanning, Deputy Head of Medicine and Professor of Immunovirology at UCC joined us this morning.
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From next August, women aged 17 to 25-years-old will be able to access free contraception and while the plan has been largely welcomed, the age limits on the scheme have been questioned in the days since it was announced. Speaking yesterday Junior Health Minister Mary Butler defended Governments's decision not to provide free contraception to girls under 17.
To discuss this further Ciara was joined on the show this morning by Rebecca Moynihan, Labour Senator & Emer Toibin, Aontu Councillor for Meath.
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25 years ago today, the Criminal Assets Bureau was set up following the brutal murders of journalist Veronica Guerin and Detective Jerry McCabe.
Nora Owen who was Minister for Justice at the time was instrumental in its establishment. Nora reflected with us on CAB’s anniversary a little earlier this morning. Paul Williams is an Irish Independent Journalist. He wrote “The Untouchables”, the definitive book on the Criminal Assets Bureau, and produced the award winning six-part documentary, Dirty Money.
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Doubts continue to rise around the planned lifting of Covid restrictions in just 7 days' time. NPHET will meet on Monday to discuss the latest rise in cases ahead of a government decision later in the week. For more we were joined by Anne O’Connor Chief Operations Officer at HSE.
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Children’s internet safety charity CyberSafeKids is launching its second ‘Cyber Break’ in Ireland, and is challenging families to put down their devices for 24 hours from 5pm today. Earlier we spoke to Alex Cooney, CEO of Cyber Safe Kids, about the initiative and also someone taking up that challenge with her own family is Ollwyn Moran, Nuero Developmental therapist founder of Cogni kids.
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The average injury award paid out by the State’s assessment board has plunged by 40pc. This is putting pressure on insurers to dramatically cut premiums but will they do it? To discuss further we spoke to the Director of the Alliance for Insurance Reform, Peter Boland.
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A new ESRI report has revealed that Budget 2022 measures compensate most households for rising prices but increases to the carbon tax and tobacco duty disproportionately affect lower-income households. To discuss this report Ciara spoke to the Senior Research Officer with ESRI, Dr Karina Doorley.
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A public meeting is to take place tomorrow in Dublin raising concerns over the development of O'Devaney Gardens. As it stands a hearing against the development by three independent Dublin city councillors has been adjourned while the plans would see 1,047 homes brought to the area. One of those raising concerns is Dr. Lorcan Sirr, Senior Lecturer in Housing at Technological University Dublin and he spoke to us this morning.
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Our so-called Freedom Day appears to be edging further away as Covid cases continue to rise. The deputy chief medical officer has said that the growth rate of Covid-19 in Ireland has accelerated in recent days, with an increase in incidence in all age groups. So, what needs to be done in order to reopen on October 22nd? To discuss Ciara spoke to Professor of Immunology and Director of the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Health Research at Maynooth University, Paul Moynagh.
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Greyhound Racing Ireland has received a €17.6m budget allocation for greyhound racing from the Horse & Greyhound Fund. That’s an increase on this year’s €16.8m despite continuous calls to defund this industry. Holly Cairns, Social Democrat TD, Spokesperson for Agriculture, Disability, and Social Justice spoke to Ciara this morning for more on this.
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Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien is pushing for the cap that could be signed off by the Cabinet by the end of this month. Earlier we asked Father Peter McVerry, Founder of the Housing Charity, The Peter McVerry Trust if he thought this 2% cap did enough to help renters. For more on this we spoke to Owen Reilly of Owen Reilly Real Estate.
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Proposals to ease Northern Ireland protocol released – but will Boris Johnson accept the deal? The European Commission has released its proposals to ease the implementation of the Northern Ireland Protocol which they say will cut checks and controls on a range of retail goods by 80%. For more on this, we heard from Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney.
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Taoiseach Michael Martin has said he cannot guarantee that easing of restrictions will go ahead as planned on October the 22nd. It comes as the Department of Health confirmed a further 2066 confirmed cases of Covid-19. New cases are now at their highest levels in seven weeks. Could this rise in cases threaten Ireland’s “Freedom Day”? To discuss further we were joined by Mary Favier, Covid-19 adviser for the Irish College of GPs, and member of NPHET.
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A man armed with a bow and arrows killed several people and wounded others in southeastern Norway, police said, adding they had arrested the suspect. For more on this story we spoke to Derek Scally Irish Times Berlin Correspondent in Oslo.
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A number of leading economists and intellectuals have published a letter claiming the Republic of Ireland is one of the few winners from the OECD tax deal, agreed last week, to introduce a 15 percent corporate tax rate in more than 130 countries. Joining Ciara this morning was one of the signatories of that letter, Edmund Valpy Fitzgerald, Professor of International Development Finance, Oxford University.
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Some listeners may remember an emotional interview we had back in August with Omid Ahmadi. The Irish Afghani got stuck in Afghanistan with his wife and two daughters, all of whom were Irish citizens when the Taliban took over during a rare family visit there. Their future was uncertain and naturally, they were scared, but fortunately, Omid and his family were among those evacuated last week and Omid spoke to Ciara this morning to tell her how he and his family feel now.
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The government unveiled its Budget which included an additional 4.7 billion in expenditure. Earlier this morning Ciara spoke to An Taoiseach Mícheál Martin and started by asking him if he believes this budget would address the cost of living rises for people.
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Michael McGrath yesterday announced the introduction of free GP care for children aged 6 and 7, with the intention to extend the coverage to all children over the age of 12. But how do GPs feel about this? Well for more on this we were joined by Dr Denis McCauley, Chairman of the GP Committee of the Irish Medical Organisation.
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This morning on Newstalk Breakfast we asked if priority bus lanes would help reduce congestion on our motorways?
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