The transport minister Eamonn Ryan has ruled out the establishment of a dedicated transport police unit, but welcomed the decision by Dublin Bus to deploy security guards across its services. Fianna Fáil are keen still to see a dedicated transport police unit established. To discuss this further Fianna Fáil TD Paul McAuliffe and Green Party.…

We're back with a new format for The Candidate, with weekly episodes that will take you behind the scenes and beyond the headlines to focus on what’s really happening in Irish politics right now. This week, Christine Bohan, Rónán Duffy, Christina Finn and Jane Matthews examine how the country's two biggest parties are going to navigate their same-b…

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New research from UCD has shown a rise in anti-LGBTQ rhetoric and violence across the country. The Department of Geography at UCD has been part of a research project involving eight European countries. Professor Kath Browne from the Department of Geography at UCD is Project Co-ordinator of the EU funded "RESIST" project tells us more.…

Brian O'Driscoll, former Ireland rugby captain and now experienced TV and radio pundit has revealed that - as a younger man he 'lost sleep' whenever he had to speak in public. So how debilitating can it be .. speaking in public.. or in front of your peers. Orlaith Carmody is a communications consultant and coach and she tells us more.…

The Criminal Assets Bureau has seized almost 10 million euros worth of criminal assets, and transferred 8.5 million euros to the State, according to its latest annual report. Michael Gubbins, is Chief Bureau Officer with CAB he joined Cormac in studio.By RTÉ Radio 1

LNG is back in the headlines today as the Government's extensive legislation to overhaul the planning system is due to go before TDs tonight for a final vote. To discuss Labour Leader, Ivana Backik and Gren Party TD Steven Matthews.By RTÉ Radio 1

Simon Harris is on a flying visit to Washington DC. He isn't under the same pressure that Leo Varadkar faced during a US visit earlier this year but the big question is similar: will he bring up the US's arming of Israel? In this episode, Jane Matthews, Rónán Duffy and Christine Bohan are joined by The Journal's political editor Christina Finn in W…

Acting Director of Al-Awda hospital in northern Gaza, Dr. Mohammed Salha. speaks to Cormac. Al-Awda hospital is one of the few hospitals still partly functioning in Northern Gaza.By RTÉ Radio 1

A new study has revealed that almost half of recruiters think 57 is too old for a job and one in five older jobseekers leave their age off their CV... to avoid discrimination. To discuss this Sinead Brady is a career psychologist.By RTÉ Radio 1

More than 1,400 people have now been killed in Lebanon during the three weeks of Israeli attacks, according to Lebanese authorities. In Gaza, the Hamas-run health ministry has said 41,909 people have been killed and 97,303 injured during the year-long conflict. To discuss this further Moshe Ter Paz an Israeli member of parliament.…

St. Vincent’s University Hospital today launched its new Domestic Violence Pathway in its Emergency Department which is designed to offer immediate and confidential support in a safe environment for patients who experience Domestic Violence. To tell us more Dr. John Cronin is Emergency Medicine Consultant at SVUH.…

Hezbollah has fired 132 rockets at Israel today, IDF says while the Israeli's also said in the past few hours that they are conducting strikes in Lebanon against Hezbollah. Norwegian physician Dr. Mads Gilbert - a longtime volunteer for Palestinian healthcare who is currently volunteering in a hospital on the frontline in Southern Lebanon.…

A year on from Hamas's October 7th attacks Sarah speaks to Eylon Keshet, who is the cousin of Yarden Bibas, who was abducted with his wife Shiri and their two children, Ariel, now 5 and Kfir, 20 months — they were taken captive on October 7 from Kibbutz Nir Oz.By RTÉ Radio 1

Israel is commemorates the first anniversary of the October 7th attacks by Hamas. But what of those Israelis who are opposed to the war and want peace between Israel and it's neighbours. We hear from Alon Lee Green national co-director of Standing Together, Israel’s largest Arab-Jewish grassroots movement.…

The responses from more than 1,400 people across the island of Ireland show work, money, health and family are lead the causes of stress. To discuss this Author and Mid-life coach - Alana Kirk.By RTÉ Radio 1

The Association will be revealing new research into fatalities and serious injuries among pedestrians as well as focusing on the issue of distracted drivers. Sarah O'Connor is director of partnerships and external affairs with the RSA she joined Cormac to tells us more.By RTÉ Radio 1

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A tribute to the late Mary O'Rourke, in depth analysis of the politics of the Budget, Norma Foley's €9 million for mobile phone pouches, and Sinn Féin's latest sex scandal. PTP+ To enjoy early access, ad-free listening and a weekly bonus episode, sign up at pathtopowerpodcast.com Get in touch: mail@pathtopowerpodcast.com Follow the hosts: Matt: htt…

RTE's northern correspondent Conor Macauley has the latest.By RTÉ Radio 1

Says Ann Brehony- who cares for her son born without kidneys. She joins today's programme to explain why.By RTÉ Radio 1

Drivetime's Reporter John Cooke, who has been speaking to more of the victim's families, joins the programme.By RTÉ Radio 1

Adam Harris, CEO of As I Am, explains the major concerns shared by those who get in touch with the charity.By RTÉ Radio 1

Former cabinet minister and Fianna Fail TD Mary O'Rourke has died at the age of 87. She was a TD for almost three decades, served in a variety of cabinet roles, and was also deputy leader of Fianna Fail and leader of the Seanad. For a reflection on Mary O'Rourke's life we hear from Harry McGee, political correspondent with the Irish Times.…

Victims of the abuser Joseph Marmion are calling for the removal of a senior Jesuit in Rome from his position; over his handling of information relating to the paedophile priest. Reporter Barry Lenihan.By RTÉ Radio 1

The Department of Transport is planning to break up the RSA and give its function over to two new bodies. It is proposed that a driver and vehicle services agency will be established.. while a new Road Safety Office will run road safety education & promotional campaigns. To discuss Minister of State in the Department of Transport James Lawless.…

A food judging framework designed for Irish food awards "Blas na hÉireann" by UCC has been adopted by food award competitions around the world. The awards were founded to set quality benchmarks for Irish food, creating a level playing field for producers. To tell us more UCC Food Science Professor Joseph Kerry.…

With the second anniversary of the Creeslough Explosion on Monday, families grieving the loss of loved ones in the blast are calling on the Justice Minister to commit to meeting them regarding their request for a public inquiry. And their feelings about the plans to rebuild the local petrol station on the site of the tragedy Reporter John Cooke.…

Former Tánaiste & Minister for Justice Frances Fitzgerald is the new Charity Ambassador with Ruham. Ruhama, is the charity that offers support to women affected by prostitution and sex trafficking. Their annual report revealed they supported 30 per cent more women impacted by prostitution and human trafficking last year than in the previous year.…