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Mar 24, 2026 • 8min
New Consumer Protection Code is coming into force from today
The Central Banks’s new modernised Consumer Protection Code is coming into force from today, giving consumers stronger protections when using banks, insurance companies, and other financial services. To explain all we heard from Colm Kincaid Deputy Governor for Consumer and Investor Protection with the Central Bank of Ireland.
Mar 24, 2026 • 6min
Driving test waiting times have risen nationally from 10 to 12 weeks
Driving test waiting times have risen nationally from 10 to 12 weeks, with drivers in Dún Laoghaire facing the longest delays at 21 weeks, more than double the target. We get reaction to this with Brenda Bolger Owner Bolger School of Motoring.
Mar 24, 2026 • 6min
Government have signed off on fuel supports
The Government is set to cut the price of diesel and petrol from midnight tonight. Minister for Finance Simon Harris will bring forward proposals at today’s Cabinet meeting to cut excise duty on diesel by 20 cent and on petrol by 15 cent until the end of May. All to discuss with Neale Richmond, Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora.
Mar 24, 2026 • 8min
Did You See?
It’s time for "Did You See”. Where we take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Mary Hanafin Barrister and former Minister.
Mar 24, 2026 • 6min
A Luas extension better option to deal with South Dublin traffic?
A proposed Luas line linking the city centre to Bray via UCD and Sandyford has emerged as the preferred option for the Dublin Eastern Bypass Corridor, according to a new transport assessment for Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. Speaking to Anton was Conor Dowling, Green Party Councillor for Blackrock.
Mar 24, 2026 • 4min
How can we resolve violence against women?
Yesterday, a verdict was reached in the case of the murder of 32-year-old Natalie McNally. Speaking outside the court, Natalie McNally’s brother said “Violence against women and girls is the shame of our society and we must do everything possible to end it.” But, what needs to be done to resolve similar cases of violence against women? All to discuss with Executive Director of Rape Crisis Network Ireland, Cliona Sadlie.
Mar 24, 2026 • 3min
The Children’s Rights Alliance launches Report Card 2026
Report Card 2026 launches today an assessment of Government action in commitments made to children and young people under the current programme for government. To mark the launch, an online event is being held today by The Children’s Rights Alliance and their Policy Director, Dr Naomi Feely spoke to Anton.
Mar 24, 2026 • 6min
Sinn Féin’s unveil new cancer strategy
Tens of millions in funding each year, free parking at hospitals for visitors and patients, and an end to the “postcode lottery” are among the suggestions in Sinn Féin’s new cancer strategy in the Dáil today Speaking to Anton to discuss their strategy further was David Cullinane, Sinn Fein spokesperson for Health.
Mar 24, 2026 • 7min
What are the energy support measures announced last night?
Minister for Finance Simon Harris will bring forward proposals at today’s Cabinet meeting to cut excise duty on diesel by 20 cent and on petrol by 15 cent until the end of May. Our political correspondent Seán Defoe brings us the details.
Mar 23, 2026 • 8min
Did You See?
It’s time for "Did You See”. Where we take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Mick Clifford Special Correspondent Irish Examiner.
