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With the General Election just days away, Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald joins Colette Fitzpatrick for a live, one-on-one interview. In this unmissable conversation, McDonald addresses the pressing questions that matter most to voters as the campaign hits its halfway point.Tune in for an in-depth discussion on the key issues shaping the nation ahead of Election Day on November 29th. Don’t miss this essential episode of The Big Interview.

In the first of three hour-long interviews with the major party leaders, Colette Fitzpatrick sits down the Fine Gael Leader Simon Harris.Topics such as housing, healthcare, the cost of living and immigration were all up for discussion.

In this exclusive Virgin Media News podcast, documentary presenter Mairéad Cleary and producer Daire Furlong take you behind the scenes of Ireland's Education Crisis. Hosted by Paul Quinn, this special episode delves into the making of the documentary that uncovers the urgent struggles of children with special needs in Ireland's education system. Mairéad and Daire share their experiences, the challenges they faced during production, and why telling this story is crucial for the future of education in Ireland. Gain unique insights into the creative process and the powerful message driving this important documentary.Find the full documentary here: https://play.virginmediatelevision.ie/

Tune into this Virgin Media News special as host Mairéad Cleary speaks with Paul Quinn and David Tiernan about Ireland’s Thalidomide Scandal. Discover the story behind the documentary airing August 28 at 21:00 on Virgin Media One and Virgin Media Play.Paul and David discuss the devastating impact of Thalidomide, prescribed in the late 50s and early 60s, and the Irish government's failure to warn the public. Don't miss this exclusive look into the fight for justice and recognition.