Tuesday 26 May: By-Election Fallout, Sinn Féin's Direction & The Occupied Territories Bill
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A new political chapter begins as Social Democrats and Fine Gael welcome new TDs into the 34th Dáil, following weekend by-elections that signal shifting fortunes across the parties.
Fianna Fáil and Sinn Féin face scrutiny over disappointing results. Sinn Fein's results have raised questions about organisation, political direction, and the prospects for future left unity.
Plus, debate continues over the Occupied Territories Bill, with opposition claims it has been “hollowed out” in Cabinet, as protests outside Leinster House call for the Ireland vs Israel football match to be cancelled.
Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by: Catherine Ardagh TD, Fianna Fail Claire Kerrane TD, Sinn Fein Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent, Irish Examiner Harry McEvansoneya, Irish Election Projections Senator Frances Black Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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