Ireland’s extended heatwave has raised questions about how prepared the country is for extreme weather, as a hosepipe ban was announced, crèches closed early, roads melted and fires raged in Kerry. The panel also examined the angry exchanges in the Dáil over plans for apartments on part of the former Bessborough Mother and Baby Home site, where the remains of 859 children are still unaccounted for. Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by: John ConnollyTD, Fianna FáilSenator Laura Harmon, Labour&nbsp;Elaine Dunne, Chairperson, Federation of Early Childhood ProvidersProf. John Sweeney, Maynooth UniversityPatricia Carey, Special Advocate for SurvivorsCllr Terry Shannon (FF), Cork City Council&nbsp;<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Tuesday 21 July: Income Tax Cuts: Relief For Workers Or Risk To Public Finances?

A sharp look at the major stories shaping Ireland and the world.Expect thoughtful analysis and robust discussion on the country’s only independent TV current affairs programme. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.