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Are TEMU products safe for users here in Europe?
May 20, 2024 07:45 - 3 minutes - 3 MBTEMU is one of the most popular apps in the world, but are the products it offers safe for users here in Europe? Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly discusses this with Shane this morning. All with thanks to Bird & Bird.
New e-scooter rules in place from this morning!
May 20, 2024 07:45 - 6 minutes - 5.71 MBChildren 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.
Housing Minister accused of ‘sitting on’ report into protection racket
May 20, 2024 07:30 - 3 minutes - 3.37 MBThe 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.
Would extra time for dyslexic students in Leaving Certificate exams create an 'unfair advantage'?
May 20, 2024 07:30 - 5 minutes - 5.33 MBParents, 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..
Should Ireland recognise the state of Palestine?
May 20, 2024 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.19 MBAn 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.
Will new traffic measures harm businesses in Dublin city centre?
May 20, 2024 07:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBIrish 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..
Is there no end in sight to rising rents,
May 20, 2024 06:30 - 4 minutes - 4.52 MBRental 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 in a helicopter crash
May 20, 2024 06:00 - 3 minutes - 3.59 MBIranian 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.
Will you be happy to hand your phone to gardaí to check your digital driving licence?
May 17, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.11 MBLater 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.
Brown Thomas turns 175!
May 17, 2024 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.17 MBHappy 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.
Bertie Ahern on the 50th anniversary of the Dublin-Monaghan bombings
May 17, 2024 07:30 - 7 minutes - 6.87 MBToday 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.
Government to provide tents at Thornton Hall in 'very near future'
May 17, 2024 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.5 MBAsylum 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.
Is the government doubling down on delivering the living wage?
May 17, 2024 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.87 MBTaoiseach 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.
Is the GAA leaving supporters behind by keeping tickets cashless?
May 17, 2024 06:45 - 5 minutes - 4.6 MBThe 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.
Is the role of pharmacists set to change?
May 17, 2024 06:30 - 5 minutes - 5.14 MBA 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.
Getting young people more climate active
May 17, 2024 06:00 - 4 minutes - 4.01 MBYoung 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.
Is the panic over the Dublin Portal unnecessary?
May 16, 2024 07:45 - 3 minutes - 3.06 MBIn 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.
Parents campaigning for Irish-medium school
May 16, 2024 07:45 - 4 minutes - 4.22 MB‘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 call for higher starting salaries
May 16, 2024 07:30 - 4 minutes - 4.01 MBPublic 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.
Should we start paying people to lose weight?
May 16, 2024 07:00 - 7 minutes - 6.65 MBA 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.
We speak to Pascal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform
May 16, 2024 07:00 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBThe Government has agreed a range of measures with the aim of reducing costs for small and medium sized businesses. Shane was joined on the show by Pascal Donohoe, Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform.
How can we clamp down on dog attacks?
May 16, 2024 06:45 - 5 minutes - 4.98 MBWith 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.
How rain is putting pressure on our beaches!
May 16, 2024 06:30 - 5 minutes - 4.97 MBThe 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 PM Robert Fico fights for life after assassination attempt
May 16, 2024 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.76 MBSlovak 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 and Minister for Foreign Affairs Micheál Martin
May 15, 2024 08:00 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBTánaiste Micheál Martin joined Ciara live in studio to discuss migrant accommodation, tensions in the Middle East and abuse against politicians.
Are energy prices set to drop?
May 15, 2024 07:30 - 4 minutes - 4.37 MBEnergy 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.
Parents have dropped the ball when it comes to policing their teenagers phone
May 15, 2024 07:00 - 8 minutes - 7.44 MBTwo 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.’
Should we reduce divorce access times to six months?
May 15, 2024 07:00 - 6 minutes - 6.11 MBThe 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.
Should teenagers be helping with chores while you’re at work?
May 15, 2024 06:45 - 6 minutes - 5.49 MBSleeping 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.
Should Irish people living abroad have the right to vote in the upcoming elections?
May 15, 2024 06:30 - 7 minutes - 6.9 MBWith 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.
Labour calls for the Government to put road safety first
May 15, 2024 06:00 - 4 minutes - 3.86 MBThe 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 launches a new whiskey
May 14, 2024 07:45 - 5 minutes - 4.72 MBMichael 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.
Weight loss jabs could transform cardiovascular disease
May 14, 2024 07:30 - 5 minutes - 5.25 MBA 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.
All Things Considered: Dublin portal misbehaviour
May 14, 2024 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.61 MBAll Things Considered: Dublin portal misbehaviour. Ciara and Shane discussed this morning.
Changes to migrants' entitlements
May 14, 2024 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MBA memo will be brought before cabinet today calling for changes to migrant entitlements. Meanwhile, Sinn Féin is calling on the Government to provide a clear roadmap for the reduction of Ukrainian refugee payments. Speaking to Shane was Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire, Sinn Féin spokesperson on Social Protection.
Technical changes will be made to the new portal installation
May 14, 2024 07:00 - 6 minutes - 5.74 MBTechnical changes will be made to the new portal installation 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.
Why are bikes banned on some Irish Rail trains?
May 14, 2024 06:45 - 4 minutes - 4.39 MBIn 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.
Is the family pub on the way out?
May 14, 2024 06:30 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MBAlmost 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.
Trump’s Former Lawyer Michael Cohen began his testimony
May 14, 2024 06:00 - 5 minutes - 5.49 MBDonald 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
May 13, 2024 07:50 - 3 minutes - 3.08 MBThe 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
Wake up call needed if Government want to reach its 2030 electricity capacity targets
May 13, 2024 07:30 - 4 minutes - 4.18 MB“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.
Should payments to refugees be cut?
May 13, 2024 07:00 - 9 minutes - 9.05 MBA 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.
Should all events have a plant- based quota?
May 13, 2024 07:00 - 6 minutes - 5.79 MBOrganisers 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.
Do you experience loneliness as a parent?
May 13, 2024 06:45 - 7 minutes - 6.66 MBBecoming 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 beaten whilst hanging election posters
May 13, 2024 06:30 - 10 minutes - 9.97 MBA 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.
Are Ireland’s housing targets way below what we need?
May 13, 2024 06:00 - 5 minutes - 4.94 MBIreland 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.
Paul Harrington joins us ahead of Saturday’s Eurovision final.
May 10, 2024 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.69 MBWith 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.
Should blanket speed limits of 30 kilometres per hour be introduced?
May 10, 2024 07:30 - 4 minutes - 4.28 MBSpeed 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.
Minister for Housing Darragh O'Brien
May 10, 2024 07:00 - 10 minutes - 9.27 MBMinister for Housing Darragh O'Brien spoke to us about housing, immigration and the Dublin city taskforce
Is GAA Go killing the GAA?
May 10, 2024 07:00 - 6 minutes - 5.72 MBGAA 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.