Lunchtime Live

We continue a county-by-county journey across Ireland, exploring all 32 counties that make up this remarkable island. Have you been to some of these places and hidden gems?
Today, Andrea is joined by Travel Content Creator Kevin Penrose to find out what the best things to see and do are in County Down!

What do our attitudes around debts and taking out personal loans say about our personality?
Is there a specific type of person who borrows more? Does it make us risk adverse?
Joining Andrea to discuss is Denis Finbarr Cronin, aka Digital Dinny and Caz Mooney, Irish Budgeting Influencer.

22-year-old Danielle McElroy has severe endometriosis. It has gotten so bad that she has recently lost the ability to walk.
Danielle is largely confined to bed as she cannot wash, dress or move herself without help…
She joins Andrea to share her story.

Being asked to be a bridesmaid or groomsman is a huge honour, but it can also come with a big financial, emotional and time commitment. For some, especially those who've done it more than once, saying "yes" isn't always an easy decision.
So, is it okay to say no when a loved one asks you to be part of their big day? Have you ever turned down a place in a bridal party? If so, why, and did it affect your relationship?
Joining Andrea to discuss is Sarah-Jayne Tobin from DMG Media, Wedding Planner Lindsay Moynagh and Humanist Wedding Celebrant, Ruth Scott.

Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joined Andrea with a roundup of some of the stories from across the country this week.