The Tonight Show

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

Government drops plans to cap rental income on backyard modular homes — solution or risk of costly, low-quality builds?Plus: With a €9bn surplus and growth still forecast amid the “worst energy crisis in history”, should the State spend or hold firm?Guest presenter Shane Coleman was joined by: Seamus McGrath TD, Fianna Fáil Ged Nash TD, Labour Party spokesperson on Finance, Public Expenditure & Reform. Dr. Emma Howard, Economics Lecturer at TU Dublin. Kevin Doyle, Group Head of News, Irish Independent 

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.

A huge Dáil shock — Michael Healy-Rae resigns as Minister of State and votes no confidence in the Government following fuel protest chaos.Heated clashes erupt as pressure mounts. Has the Government lost the dressing room — and what are the lasting consequences?Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by Timmy Dooley, Claire Kerrane, Claire Scott and Fionnán Sheahan, with reporting from Gavan Reilly.

Fuel protests are intensifying across Ireland, with blockades entering a second day and pressure mounting on Government to intervene.Protesters insist they will not move without direct talks, as the Minister for Justice claimed that an “unelected group” is disrupting the country.Meanwhile, tensions ease slightly in the Middle East. US President Donald Trump has pulled back, with Iran agreeing to allow safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz for two weeks as a ceasefire begins. But uncertainty remains, with Israel saying it has halted attacks on Iran while continuing strikes in Lebanon.Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by:Naoise Ó Cearúil TD, Fianna FáilMairéad Farrell TD, Sinn FéinMick Clifford, Special Correspondent, Irish ExaminerJames Geoghegan, Agricultural contractorKevin McPartlan, CEO, Fuels for IrelandTara Kangarlou, Global Affairs Journalist

Fuel protests have caused disruption across Ireland, with convoys from multiple counties slowing key routes into Dublin amid growing anger over rising costs.While major representative groups are not formally involved, the pressure from farmers, hauliers and contractors is clear - and questions are mounting over whether the government will be forced to act.Could fuel rationing become a reality - and if so, who gets priority?Meanwhile, attention shifts to the Middle East, where tensions are escalating.Iran is under pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and accept a US-backed ceasefire deal.Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by:Barry Ward TD, Fine Gael Peadar Toibín TD, Aontú Ciara O'Loughlin, Political Correspondent, The Irish Mirror John Dallon, Farmer and protestor Anthony Zurcher, BBC’s North America correspondent 

Donald Trump warns the US can leave Iran “pretty quickly” and return if necessary ahead of his address tonight — but will he also withdraw from NATO?Meanwhile, Europe faces aviation fuel disruptions from early May, with air fares expected to rise. The EU Commissioner for Energy urges remote working and reduced travel, and government guidance on conserving energy is expected in the coming weeks.And in space news, Artemis II set for orbit, marking the first fully-crewed lunar mission since 1972.Guest presenter Shane Coleman is joined by:Shane Moynihan TD, Fianna Fail Jennifer Whitmore TD, Social Democrats Daniel McConnell, Editor, Business Post Leo Enright, Space Commentator & BroadcasterAmy Tarkanian, Republican StrategistProf Lisa Ryan, UCD