Kitty Holland
Social affairs correspondent for The Irish Times with extensive reporting on Ireland's care system and child welfare issues, providing expert analysis in this episode.
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Apr 2, 2026 • 22min
Inside the State’s latest care scandal: The at-risk children on Tusla’s ‘no beds list’
Kitty Holland, Social Affairs correspondent at The Irish Times known for deep reporting on Ireland's care system, unpacks the national crisis over scarce specialist care beds. She highlights judges' growing alarm, the use of private hotel and B&B placements, legal and funding gaps, staffing shortages, and the high cost of emergency arrangements. The discussion traces why the system is strained and what might change.
Nov 22, 2024 • 30min
Election Daily: far right candidates, Harris's 'arrogant' views on coalition
Kitty Holland, a social affairs correspondent at the Irish Times, and Jack Horgan-Jones, a political correspondent, dive into Ireland's political landscape. They discuss Gavin Pepper, an independent candidate, who claims to oppose illegal immigration without being far-right. The implications of his slogan 'Ireland is full' are explored. Simon Harris's reluctance to consider coalition suggestions from Labour and the Greens stirs debate. They also examine the rise of independent candidates amidst public dissatisfaction with traditional parties.
