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 CommitteeRoderic O'Gorman TD, Green Party Mary Regan, Political Editor Irish Independent Derek Mooney, Former Fianna Fáil advisor

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 FáilGeorge Lawlor TD, LabourGeorge Horgan-Jones, Political Correspondent, Irish TimesNiamh Griffin, Health Correspondent, Irish ExaminerMark Paul, London Correspondent, Irish Times

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 JusticeMick Clifford, Special Correspondent, Irish Examiner Ben Collins, Author, The Unity Dividend Daragh Cassidy, Bonkers.ie Roddy Collins, Former football manager and player 

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 AffairsJennifer Whitmore TD, Social Democrats Spokesperson for Climate & EnergyPat O’Toole, Political correspondent, Irish Farmer’s Journal Megan O’Brien, Political Reporter, Business Post  

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 FáilEoin O'Broin TD, Sinn Féin Christina Finn, political correspondent, The JournalJohn Gibbons, Environmental Journalist 

As the Taoiseach urges public representatives to avoid providing character references in cases involving abuse or violence, the Jim Glennon case raises wider questions about influence and the justice system.Meanwhile, local radio stations are reacting to a planned 39% increase in broadcasting levies, with warnings the rise could be unsustainable and calls for Coimisiún na Meán to urgently review the decision.Guest presenter Fionnan Sheahan was joined by:Malcolm Byrne TD, Fianna Fáil Sinead Gibney TD, Social Democrats John Kierans, Columnist and Freelance Journalist John Purcell, Chairman of the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland Anna Gross, Political Correspondent, Financial Times 

Oil markets are on edge as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz intensify, raising fears of a further supply shock that could ripple through the global economy. With a fragile ceasefire in place and Iran signalling its leverage over key shipping routes, how exposed are markets - and how might Washington respond? At home, Leo Varadkar has apologised after remarks about rural Ireland triggered a political backlash. Guest presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:Anthony Scaramucci, Financier and former White House Communications DirectorMichael Murphy TD, Fine GaelMichael Fitzmaurice TD, Independent IrelandDaniel Murray, Policy Editor, Business PostSadhbh O'Neill, Climate Journalist

Fuel excise cut by 10c a litre overnight — but with oil prices volatile and global tensions rising, are these short-term supports worth it?Public anger grows over fuel protests. A resignation, backbench unrest and warnings the “social contract is strained to breaking point” — is pressure now mounting on the Government?Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by John Clendennen, Gary Gannon, Mary Regan and John Fitzgerald.