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Ireland’s beaches are being ruined by littered nappies, dog poo bags and microplastics. So says Elaine Moynihan, Co-founder of WiseWater Academy who spoke to Newstalk Breakfast.
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Micheál Martin confronted over storm response and support
As we approach a week since storm Eowyn. Resident and Businessowner Castlerea in Roscommon Rachel Connolly remains without power. Rachel voiced her frustration towards Taoiseach Micheál Martin yesterday as he visited her local youth center. Their interaction got quite a bit of attention online. Shane spoke to Rachel this morning on the show.
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Junior Ministers are being appointed today
The Government’s junior ministers are set to be appointed today – and those who take positions are expected to reinforce the current gender imbalance in Government Joining Ciara to discuss was Mary Hanafin, former Minister for Education.
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Is Ireland's neutral status becoming untenable in an uncertain world?
Recently details of a Department of Defence briefing became public. Officials stated that due to geopolitical tension and the admission of Finland and Sweden into NATO, Irelands position as a neutral state is becoming more intolerant in the eyes of many in the EU So, is Ireland's neutral status becoming untenable in an uncertain world? To debate this morning was Declan Power, Security and Defence Analyst Paul Murphy, People before Profit – Solidarity TD for Dublin South West.
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Is it time to start futureproofing our infrastructure?
Days after Storm Éowyn, thousands still remain without electricity and water, while rail services and other infrastructure are still being repaired. With more extreme weather events likely in the future, is it time to start futureproofing our infrastructure? Sean Casey Partner and Energy Sector Leader at EY Ireland discuss with Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
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