The Tonight Show

RTÉ management is accused of "creative accounting", with their top 10 list of high earners described as a "a waste of space" at the Oireachtas Media Committee.

Plus, the government is accused of "sleeveen politics" but insists the sharp spike in rents linked to tenancy rule changes will lead to increased rental supply.

And, "appalled and shocked" - the Minister for Foreign Affairs demands the "immediate release" of Irish flotilla activists after a video emerges of Israel's national security minister mocking detainees.

Guest presenter Fionnán Sheahan was joined by:

Micheál Carrigy TD, Fine Gael & Chair of Housing Committee
Eoin Ó Broin TD, Sinn Féin Housing Spokesperson
Claire Scott, Political Correspondent, Sunday Times Ireland
Shane Ross, author and former Minister
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A vigil was held for Congolese man Yves Sakila who died after an alleged shop-lifting incident on Henry Street last Friday, amid concerns that excessive force may have been used against him.

And the Media Minister says there can be no further ‘drip, drip, drip’ of disclosures about financial affairs at RTÉ as he meets with the Director General.

Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:

Niall Collins TD, Minister of State, Department of Justice
Gary Ganon TD, Social Democrats Justice Spokesperson
Eimer McAuley, News Correspondent, The Journal

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Taoiseach Micheál Martin distances Fianna Fáil from anti-immigration comments made by former leader Bertie Ahern during a canvas in Dublin Central — but is migration really becoming a doorstep issue?

Plus, concerns over road safety enforcement as breathalyser testing falls, conviction rates remain among the lowest in Europe, and road fatalities continue to rise.

Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:
Michael Murphy TD, Fine Gael - Chair of Transport Committee
Roderic O'Gorman TD, Green Party
Mary Regan, Political Editor Irish Independent
Derek Mooney, Former Fianna Fáil advisor
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The National Ambulance Service rejects claims its strike action has put patients at risk, saying pay has not kept pace with increased responsibilities. We look at whether talks should resume or if Government intervention is needed.

Elsewhere, hospital delays continue in the Mid-West, while questions grow over tighter budget controls and possible spending cuts in 2026.

In the UK, Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure amid ministerial resignations and calls for his resignation.

Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:
Martin Daly TD, Fianna Fáil
George Lawlor TD, Labour
George Horgan-Jones, Political Correspondent, Irish Times
Niamh Griffin, Health Correspondent, Irish Examiner
Mark Paul, London Correspondent, Irish Times
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An all-island poll shows growing support for Irish unity, while concerns over migration and the EU are also shaping voter attitudes. We ask whether public opinion is increasingly diverging from political discourse.

Meanwhile, Ireland’s electricity prices remain almost 40% above the EU average, as the panel examines the drivers behind the cost-of-living pressures facing households.

And in sport, an open letter from figures across football calls for Ireland to boycott upcoming Israel fixtures. Will the FAI come under pressure to change its stance?

Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:
Keira Keogh TD, Fine Gael
Matt Carthy TD, Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Justice
Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent, Irish Examiner
Ben Collins, Author, The Unity Dividend
Daragh Cassidy, Bonkers.ie
Roddy Collins, Former football manager and player

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