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The number of women emigrating from Ireland has jumped 56% since the pandemic, according to a report by the Department of Enterprise. The figures also show that young women are emigrating at a much higher level than young men Sarah McGuinness, political correspondent with the Irish Daily Mail, and Labour Senator Laura Harmon join The Last Word to discuss why so many are making the decision to leave Ireland. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedSunday and Irish Independent sports columnist Eamonn Sweeney has released his latest book “The Last Ditch: How One GAA Championship Gave A Sportswriter Back His Life”. It details how, in 2000, Eamonn developed a crippling phobia of travelling, which led to extreme panic attacks and resulted him living a solitary life in West Cork. However, he was given the opportunity to write about the 2024 GAA championship and knew that if he were to take on the project, he would have to overcome his fears once and for all. Eamonn joined Matt in studio to talk about his experience and his road to recovery. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear the chat.…
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAndy O'Donoghue joins The Last Word to talk through all the best new tech for outdoor activities. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe government has defended plans which could see chief executives of commercial semi-state bodies in line for pay increases worth tens of thousands of euro. This decision has come under criticism from members of the opposition, with the Social Democrats’ Cian O’Callaghan saying there was a “double standard” when compared with lower-paid workers. Brian Carey, Business Editor at The Sunday Times explained the significance of this on Wednesday’s The Last Word. Hit the ‘Play’ button on this page to hear their chat.…
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