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Written by: Irish Independent
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Every week the Irish Independent's political team will bring you the biggest stories, the latest analysis and the gossip from the corridors of Leinster House. New episodes every Friday. Political Science Politics & Government
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  • Zelensky hits Dublin as EU Presidency begins

    Zelensky hits Dublin as EU Presidency begins
    Jul 3 2026
    Ireland’s EU presidency officially began this week and welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Dublin. However, things became a little awkward from the outset when President Zelenskyy raised concerns about Ireland’s ties to Russian alumina. Zelenskyy was forced to cut short his visit due to an imminent attack on Kyiv, once again raising questions about European defence and Ireland’s role within it. And with Budget Day fast approaching, will defence spending receive a larger share of the national budget? On the subject of foreign affairs, Independent Ireland TD Ken O’Flynn’s attendance—or lack thereof—at meetings of the Foreign Affairs Committee came under scrutiny this week. And as the Dáil term draws to a close, what legislation is the Government hoping to get finalised before the summer recess?

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    21 mins
  • The Triple Lock: Starmer, Burnham and Oireachtas on drugs

    The Triple Lock: Starmer, Burnham and Oireachtas on drugs
    Jun 26 2026

    As the UK's Labour Party reconfigures in the wake of Keir Starmer’s resignation, we hear about potential new leader Andy Burnham's proud Irish roots, what his northern sensibility might mean for UK politics and how he might deal with a push for a United Ireland. We also discuss the growing pressure on Irish neutrality, the recommendations made in a report from the Oireachtas committee on drugs and why the EU presidency hasn't resonated with the public.


    Host: Fionnán Sheahan | Guest: Aisling Moloney

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    29 mins
  • Data centres, energy credits and airport caps: Minister Darragh O’Brien in conversation

    Data centres, energy credits and airport caps: Minister Darragh O’Brien in conversation
    Jun 17 2026

    Indo Politics spoke to Energy and Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien this week as Mary Regan and Cónal Thomas asked the Fianna Fail TD questions relating to several key issues in Ireland today.

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    As the US and Iran near a peace deal, can Irish citizens expect some relief on oil prices?

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    Should excise cuts be extended beyond the end-of-July deadline?

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    Can we expect energy credits to return in the next budget?

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    Should the State be helping out with network charges?

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    What about the cost and environmental impact of data centres in Ireland?

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    And what does Fianna Fáil need to do to regain ground?

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    All this and more is discussed on the latest episode.

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    35 mins
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