The Tonight Show

Tapped out by rising bills - publicans call time on rising costs and wage inflation as they outline budget asks while citing mass closures over the last decade. But as another report highlights the harms that alcohol brings, is it last chance saloon for the rural pub?  Plus, carrying the costs - hauliers call for temporary supports to remain, along with further tax reductions, despite the potential for a US-Iran deal to drive down fuel prices.Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:Peter “Chap” Cleere TD, Fianna FáilRose Conway-Walsh TD, Sinn FéinAlison O’Connor, Columnist, The Sunday TimesMichael O'Donovan, President, Vintners' Federation of IrelandGer Hyland, Irish Road Hauliers AssociationCiaran Nugent - Nevin Economic Research Institute

Short-term lettings register brought to Cabinet after delays — but will local authorities have the resources to enforce the new rules?Minister claims thousands of homes will come “very quickly” as developers warn of a structural housing crisis and major barriers to supplyPlus, G7 focus returns to Ukraine as tensions rise after a Russian warship incident in the English ChannelGuest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:John Cummins TD, Minister of State, Department of Housing  Conor Sheahan TD, Labour Party Spokesperson on Housing, Ciara O'Loughlin, Political Correspondent, The Irish Mirror Kevin Timoney Chief Economist at Davy Ross Cullen, Paris Bureau Chief, FSN 

Stephen Ogilvie’s family have said “unrest is not welcome” following recent violence in Belfast, as concerns grow over whether online rhetoric could fuel further disorder.Meanwhile, independent broadcasters are reacting to a proposed 39% increase in levies, warning it could threaten the sector’s viability.Plus, Ken Early joins us from Mexico City as we look ahead to the World Cup.Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:Senator Garret Ahearn, Fine GaelEdel McGinley, Executive Director, Hope and Courage Collective Harry McGee, Political Correspondent, The Irish Times  Sammy Wilson MP, DUPEamonn McCann, Activist & Journalist John Purcell, Chairman of the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland Ken Early, Journalist

Belfast Braces: Police and Stormont leaders appeal for calm after a knife attack left a man seriously injured.With tensions rising and protests underway, will demonstrations spill into disorder?Plus, the panel discuss the Ireland vs Israel fixtures.Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:Charlie McConalogue, Minister of State  Sinéad Gibney TD, Social Democrats  Mary Regan, Political Editor, The Irish Independent  Kurtis Reid, Reporter, Belfast TelegraphMatthew O'Toole MLA, SDLPAmanda Ferguson, Journalist

The Government unveils a new plan for Special Needs Assistants as thousands of children continue to face delays in disability assessments.Will a new EV scrappage scheme make electric cars more affordable?And is Nigel Farage seeking political advantage from a tragic death amid growing unrest in Britain?Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by: Paul McAuliffe TD, Fianna Fáil David Cullinane, Sinn Féin Health Spokesperson  Niamh Griffin, Health Correspondent, Irish Examiner Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Editor, Sunday Independent Mark Paul, London Correspondent, Irish Times  

Concerns over knife crime and safety in Dublin following two separate attacks over the weekend. Is the city becoming less safe?And pressure mounts on the Government to investigate claims that a major Irish employer is exporting products to Russia despite the ongoing war in Ukraine.Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by: Neale Richmond TD, Minister of State for International Development and DiasporaAodhán Ó Ríordáin MEP, LabourTrina O'Connor, CriminologistJohn O'Brennan, Professor of European Politics, Maynooth University

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 

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 ProjectionsSenator Frances Black

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 CommitteeEoin Ó Broin TD, Sinn Féin Housing SpokespersonClaire Scott, Political Correspondent, Sunday Times IrelandShane Ross, author and former Minister