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Transfers from the eliminated Fianna Fáil candidate Cillian Keane helped Fine Gael’s Seán Kyne edge ahead of Independent Ireland’s Noel Thomas in a tightly contested Galway West by-election. Simon Harris called the result a “victory for centrist politics,” but questions remain over why the right failed to benefit from transfers.

Meanwhile, the Environmental Protection Agency warns Ireland is set to fall significantly short of its 2030 emissions targets, with critics accusing the Government of sidelining climate ambition in favour of energy security.

Plus, in RTÉ, new figures show €230,000 was spent on chauffeurs since 2021, raising fresh questions about spending culture and reform within the broadcaster.

Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:
James Geoghegan TD, Fine Gael
Michael Collins TD, Independent Ireland
John Lee, Executive Editor, Irish Daily Mail
Sadhbh O'Neill, Climate Journalist
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A new political chapter begins as Social Democrats and Fine Gael welcome new TDs into the 34th Dáil, following weekend by-elections that signal shifting fortunes across the parties.

Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin face scrutiny over disappointing results. Sinn Fein's results have raised questions about organisation, political direction, and the prospects for future left unity.

Plus, debate continues over the Occupied Territories Bill, with opposition claims it has been “hollowed out” in Cabinet, as protests outside Leinster House call for the Ireland vs Israel football match to be cancelled.

Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:
Catherine Ardagh TD, Fianna Fail
Claire Kerrane TD, Sinn Fein
Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent, Irish Examiner
Harry McEvansoneya, Irish Election Projections
Senator Frances Black
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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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