The Tonight Show

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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The Strait of Hormuz remains under pressure, with the ceasefire fragile and oil supplies at risk, raising fears of further energy price shocks.

As costs rise, questions grow over whether Ireland should reconsider nuclear energy to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.

And while recent supports have eased tensions for now, could rising fuel costs trigger renewed protests later in the year?

Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:
Peter "Chap" Cleere TD, Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Jennifer Whitmore TD, Social Democrats Spokesperson for Climate & Energy
Pat O’Toole, Political correspondent, Irish Farmer’s Journal
Megan O’Brien, Political Reporter, Business Post
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The Government announces fuel support payments for farmers, hauliers and construction contractors by the end of June — but questions remain over support for households facing rising energy bills.

With Sinn Féin calling for an emergency budget and almost 317,000 homes in arrears, pressure is mounting on the Government to act sooner on cost-of-living measures.

Meanwhile, oil prices continue to rise amid ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, and short-term letting reforms have been delayed after reported disagreement at Cabinet level.

Guest presenter Fionnan Sheahan was joined by:
Micheál Carrigy TD, Fianna Fáil
Eoin O'Broin TD, Sinn Féin
Christina Finn, political correspondent, The Journal
John Gibbons, Environmental Journalist
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