Monday with Gavan Reilly

Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers joins Gavan to discuss another strong month of corporation tax receipts has boosted the Government’s finances ahead of Budget 2027, but a looming threat of public sector industrial action remains.Plus, what does Ireland’s EU Presidency mean for its political priorities - and is FIFA’s integrity under pressure after fresh controversy involving the USA team?🏛️ Jack Chambers TD, Minister for Public ExpenditurePlus on the panel:📰 Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent, Irish Examiner🎧 Elaine Burke, For Tech's Sake Podcast📈 Kate English, Chief Economist, Deloitte Ireland

Housing Minister James Browne joins Gavan in studio as he faces Parliamentary Questions amid rising homelessness and ongoing pressure over Ireland’s housing crisis. We ask whether there are any signs of progress or a turning point ahead.Meanwhile, Keir Starmer has resigned as British Prime Minister, triggering political uncertainty in Westminster and raising questions over what his departure means for Irish-British relations. The panel discusses whether Andy Burnham’s path to No.10 will be contested or a coronation, and what comes next.🏛️ James Browne TD, Minister for Housing, Local Government & HeritagePlus on the panel:📰 Shona Murray, Europe Correspondent, Euronews📰 Sarah McGuinness, Journalist📰 Mark Hennessy, Ireland & Britain Editor, The Irish Tim

Australia did it first. Now the UK has followed. With a ban on social media for under-16s announced by Keir Starmer, the debate is growing over whether Ireland and the EU could be next.At the same time, hopes of a ceasefire between the US and Iran have sent oil prices tumbling, raising questions about what the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz could mean for the economy and politics at home.Gavan Reilly is joined by Liz Carolan, Elaine Loughlin and Cónal Thomas to discuss the stories shaping the week ahead.

Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris joins Monday with Gavan Reilly for a wide-ranging interview on three of the biggest stories of the week.The Rotunda Hospital has climbed down in its dispute with Government over consultants treating private patients, with Harris responding to the hospital's legal pushback.With two opposition motions tabled in the Dáil, the FAI is expected to request a neutral venue for the Ireland vs. Israel fixture. We get the Tánaiste's latest position.Plus, with households continuing to feel the squeeze, Harris faces questions on the cost of living.Followed by analysis with Bríd Smith, Austin Hughes and Ellen Coyne.

Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns joins Gavan in studio to discuss Daniel Ennis’s Dublin Central victory, the prospect of left unity, and whether her party is preparing for power.Plus, the panel examines the fallout for Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin after disappointing by-election results - and asks what they reveal about Ireland’s shifting political landscape.And, with the IMF warning that more than 40% of Irish jobs could be impacted by AI, just how exposed is Ireland to the global tech crunch?Plus on the panel:Lisa Chambers, Director of Public Affairs at Consello and Former Fianna Fáil TDDaniel McConnell, Editor, Business PostKevin Doyle, Group Political Editor, Irish Independent

Minister for Foreign Affairs Helen McEntee joined Monday with Gavan Reilly following the Israeli detention of Irish citizens in international waters, including a sister of President Catherine Connolly.Plus, on the panel: Eamon Ryan, former Green Party Leader and Minister Sarah Carey, Columnist Seán Defoe, Political Correspondent, Bauer Media

An Taoiseach Micheál Martin joins Monday with Gavan Reilly to discuss the Government’s response to the cost-of-living crisis, recent protests, and spending priorities ahead of next year’s budget.Plus on the panel:Ivan Yates, BroadcasterAisling Moloney, Political Reporter, Irish IndependentKevin Cunningham, Lecturer in Politics at TU Dublin & Founder at Ireland Thinks

The starting pistol is fired on two key by-elections in Galway West and Dublin Central — but the spotlight is on Sinn Féin.With the party topping the polls and in government in the North, Mary Lou McDonald joins Gavan Reilly amid reports of a growing mutiny within the party ranks after eight years in opposition leadership.Plus, a security scare involving Donald Trump in Washington DC, and renewed debate after Jim Glennon apologises for providing a character reference in a sexual exploitation case — should character references from TDs be scrapped altogether?With analysis from Harry McGee, Martina Devlin and Gary Murphy, breaking down the political stories shaping the week ahead.