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The Big Interview with Pico Lopes
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- The Big Interview with Pico Lopes
- Runtime
- 45:27
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Colette Fitzpatrick meets Pico Lopes fresh from his World Cup adventure.
He talks career, family and football's biggest stage.
Virgin Media News is Ireland's national independent television news service.
Live at 12, 5:30 & 7pm on Virgin Media One & Virgin Media Play
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- Pico Lopes And Leah O'Shaughnessy On How Their Relationship Began
- Runtime
- 1:45
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ "I wasn't confident enough to move forward... I think I needed to develop that as well as my football skills!"
Fresh from his World Cup heroics with Cape Verde, Pico Lopes and his wife Leah O'Shaughnessy shared how they first met as teenagers and eventually began a relationship in their early twenties.
📺 The Big Interview with Pico Lopes | Tonight at 9pm | Virgin Media Play & Virgin Media One
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- Pico Lopes Reflects On Cape Verde's Historic World Cup Run
- Runtime
- 0:57
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ "This sort of thing where men don't cry... sometimes you need to, and there's a beauty in it as well."
Pico Lopes reflected on the emotional scenes in the Cape Verde dressing room after pushing world champions Argentina so close, but also the realisation of what they achieved at the World Cup.
📺 The Big Interview with Pico Lopes | Tonight at 9pm | Virgin Media Play & Virgin Media One
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- Coming up on Week in Review
- Runtime
- 0:26
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Coming up on Week in Review:
Half the country is under a high temperature alert as Europe swelters in an intense heatwave.
We look back at how the Iran ceasefire quickly unravelled as fighting resumed.
Shock in Co. Kerry after the body of Jamey Carney was discovered, sparking a major international manhunt.
Plus, we remember music legend Bonnie Tyler, who died aged 75.
All that, and the stories you may have missed, on Week in Review at 5pm on Virgin Media Two.
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- "We sort of like, we locked eyes then and I could see he was still giving out as well."
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- "We sort of like, we locked eyes then, and I seen he was still giving out."
What really happened between Pico Lopes and Lionel Messi?
The Cape Verde star lifts the lid on their exchange during the World Cup clash with Argentina.
Watch The Big Interview with Pico Lopes, Sunday 12 July at 9pm on Virgin Media PLAY & Virgin Media One.
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- Government "can't continue" writing cheques every month to cover excise duties
- Runtime
- 0:29
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Enterprise Minister Peter Burke says the Government "can't continue" writing cheques every month to cover excise duties.
More on Virgin Media PLAY.
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- The Big Interview with Pico Lopes, Sunday 12 July at 9pm on Virgin Media PLAY & Virgin Media One
- Runtime
- 0:22
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The Big Interview: Fresh from representing Cape Verde at the World Cup, Pico Lopes joins us to reflect on his remarkable journey, family life and the experience of playing at the biggest sporting event on the planet.
The Big Interview with Pico Lopes, Sunday 12 July at 9pm on Virgin Media PLAY & Virgin Media One.
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- Gardai are investigating after motorbikes were stolen from Fossetts circus
- Runtime
- 0:27
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Gardai are investigating after motorbikes were stolen from Fossetts circus.
They were taken from the Big Top, as it was camped in Whitehall in north county Dublin.
CCTV footage shows the motorbikes, used in the 'Globe of Death', being wheeled away by four people at around 2.40am on Wednesday morning.
More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- Several victims were reportedly found inside burnt-out vehicles.
- Runtime
- 0:26
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- At least 11 people are dead and 19 remain missing after Spain’s worst wildfire in more than two decades.
Tourists, some from the UK, are feared to be among those who have died.
Around 150 firefighters are battling the blaze, with at least 1,000 residents evacuated.
Several victims were reportedly found inside burnt-out vehicles.
More on Virgin Media PLAY.
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- "Shocking" That Gardaí Convicted Of Domestic Abuse Can Still Serve
- Runtime
- 0:37
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Gardaí should be suspended from duty while under investigation for domestic or sexual violence.
That's just one of 26 recommendations by the Oireachtas Justice Committee aimed at tackling such violence.
More on Virgin Media PLAY.
#VMNews
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- Why RTÉ Is Asking for More Money Amid Fresh Scrutiny
- Runtime
- 2:49
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- RTÉ has said it will continue to need financial support from the public in the years to come - amid fresh scrutiny about the broadcaster's internal affairs. It's emerged today that there are no official rules on the use of limousines for guests.
Our Political Correspondent Gavan Reilly explains.
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- Dangerous E-Scooter Use: Can Regulation & Enforcement Ever Catch Up?
- Runtime
- 15:36
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Ireland is facing growing questions over how e-scooters are regulated, with calls for stronger rules around safety, enforcement and accountability.
As concerns grow over dangerous use of e-scooters, The Tonight Show discuss whether the Government can deliver a swift legislative response similar to the approach taken on scramblers, and how new rules could be effectively enforced on Irish roads.
Shane Coleman was joined by:
Naoise Ó Cearúil TD, Fianna Fáil
Aidan O’Farrelly TD, Soc Dems
Elaine Loughlin, Political Editor, Irish Examiner
Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor, Irish Independent
John Joe O'Connell, Vice President, GRA
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The Tonight Show | Tuesday & Wednesday at 10pm | Virgin Media One & Virgin Media Play
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#EScooters #RoadSafety #RoadTraffic #Gardaí #Transport #IrishPolitics #TheTonightShow #Ireland #PublicSafety #VirginMediaNews
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- The Big Interview with Leo Varadkar
- Runtime
- 45:26
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Colette Fitzpatrick meets former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar for an in-depth interview on government tensions, decisions from his time in office, and personal reflections on politics.
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Virgin Media News is Ireland's national independent television news service.
Live at 12, 5:30 & 7pm on Virgin Media One.
#VMNews #Ireland
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- Two Men Jailed After Dublin City Centre Attack
- Runtime
- 1:48
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Two men who assaulted Quham Babatunde on the night he was killed in south Dublin city in February 2024 have been jailed for five years.
More on Virgin Media PLAY.
#VMNews
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- Leo Varadkar Defends Universal Benefits | The Big Interview
- Runtime
- 1:35
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Tonight on #TheBigInterview, Leo Varadkar explains why he believes universal benefits are "a good idea" and why everyone should have access to a basic suite of public services.
📺 The Big Interview with Leo Varadkar | Tonight at 9pm | Virgin Media One & Virgin Media PLAY
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- MetroLink Costs Under Scrutiny As €350 Million Already Spent
- Runtime
- 1:56
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- More than €350 million has already been spent on MetroLink, with transport officials warning the project could exceed its original €7–€12 billion cost estimate.
Appearing before the Oireachtas Infrastructure Committee today, transport executives gave few firm answers, including on whether more than €80 million was paid to acquire the former Carlton Cinema site on O'Connell Street for the project.
More on Virgin Media PLAY.
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- RSA Raises Alarm Over Children's E-Scooter Brain Injuries
- Runtime
- 0:23
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The RSA says it is "gravely concerned" by the number of children suffering brain injuries while using e-scooters.
Michael Rowland of the RSA said he is not aware of any prosecutions in Ireland involving retailers accused of selling e-scooters to children under 16 or models that exceed the legal speed limit.
More on Virgin Media PLAY.
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- Tonight on The Big Interview, Colette Fitzpatrick sits down with former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar
- Runtime
- 0:44
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Tonight on #TheBigInterview, Colette Fitzpatrick sits down with former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar for a wide-ranging interview.
He discusses tensions within government, key decisions from his time in office, life after politics, and reveals that while he has thought about marrying his partner Matt, he has no plans to do so at the moment.
📺 Tonight, 9pm | Virgin Media PlAY & Virgin Media One
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- Is It Time To Prepare For A United Ireland?
- Runtime
- 21:44
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Government TDs voted against Sinn Féin’s proposal to begin formal preparations for a united Ireland, rejecting what the party described as a unique legislative approach to planning for constitutional change
On The Tonight Show, the panel examines who should lead the conversation on the future of the island, whether formal preparations should begin, and how a process requiring patience, partnership and consent could work in practice.
The discussion also looks at the potential financial implications, the role of civic society, and whether political parties are approaching the issue in the right way.
Shane Coleman was joined by:
James Geoghegan TD, Fine Gael
Matt Carthy TD, Spokesperson on Justice, Sinn Fein
Emma DeSouza, Journalist
Edgar Morgenroth, Professor of Economics at DCU
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The Tonight Show | Tuesday & Wednesday at 10pm | Virgin Media One & Virgin Media Play
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#UnitedIreland #I...
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- "They're scum. You know what scum is? They're scum."
- Runtime
- 0:19
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- "They're scum. You know what scum is? They're scum."
Those are the words of Donald Trump after the US launched new strikes on Iran.
He said the ceasefire is "over" as far as he is "concerned".
More on Virgin Media PLAY.
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- Shane O'Farrell's Mother Demands Action on Bail Law Changes
- Runtime
- 0:29
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The mother of a man killed in a hit-and-run by a driver who was in breach of bail conditions has criticised the slow pace of bail reform.
Addressing the Oireachtas Justice Committee, Lucia O'Farrell said a key recommendation to improve information sharing between Gardaí and the courts has yet to be implemented, despite being included in a government-commissioned report last year.
More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- Government Rejects Sinn Fein Calls To Prepare For A United Ireland
- Runtime
- 0:29
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The Government is asking its TDs to vote against a Sinn Féin proposal to begin preparations for a United Ireland.
The bill, being debated in the Dáil this evening, would require the Government to establish a Citizens' Assembly on Irish unity.
Ministers say the proposal is being rushed and that the issue requires a broader, more considered approach.
More on Virgin Media PLAY.
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- Man Charged With Wife's Murder In Portlaoise
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- A judge has branded as ‘’disgraceful’’ the fact that a man accused of murder did not have access to legal representation while in Garda custody due to an ongoing dispute over legal aid fees.
Judge Andrew Cody made the remarks in Portlaoise District Court this morning as a 72-year-old man was charged with his wife’s murder in the town on Sunday.
More on Virgin Media PLAY and #VMNews
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- The cost of buying a home in Ireland continues to rise
- Runtime
- 0:42
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The cost of buying a home in Ireland continues to rise.
New figures from the MyHome property report show asking prices are now 5% higher than a year ago. Prices increased faster outside Dublin (5.4%) than in the capital (4.5%).
More on Virgin Media Play and #VMNews
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- Wildfires Rage Across Europe
- Runtime
- 1:28
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Wildfires are raging in Spain, Portugal, Greece and France as dangerously high temperatures return to Europe. The Tour de France has also been affected, with officials banning spectators from part of one stage of the race because of the wildfire risk.
📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- Should Government Focus On Fundamentals Over Big Tech?
- Runtime
- 2:01
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “If you want to look at evidence-based policymaking, which I would really encourage this Government to look into.”
The #MondayGR panel whether to focus on public investment in areas that help attract Big Tech, or invest more in the fundamentals that can deliver long-term benefits for people and society.
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- Public Expenditure Minister On Overspend, Surpluses & Government Waste
- Runtime
- 17:43
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Another strong month of corporation tax receipts has strengthened the Government’s finances ahead of Budget 2027, but significant spending pressures remain across the public sector.
On Monday with Gavan Reilly, Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers discusses the Department of Education's overspend, questions around government waste and value for money, and how ministers can improve the delivery of major infrastructure projects while balancing competing budget priorities.
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Monday with Gavan Reilly | Mondays at 10pm | Virgin Media One & Virgin Media Play
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#MondayGR #GavanReilly #JackChambers #PublicSpending #Budget2027 #IrishPolitics #GovernmentSpending #PublicExpenditure #Education #Infrastructure #Economy #VirginMediaNews
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- Jack Chambers Calls For Greater Risk Appetite On Infrastructure
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ “A greater risk appetite will help us get things done.”
Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers joined #MondayGR to discuss balancing risk in public spending and how the Government can improve delivery of critical national infrastructure.
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- Jack Chambers Defends Education Spending Amid Budget Pressure
- Runtime
- 1:30
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- 🗣️ "How does the Department of Education rein in spending on children with additional needs?"
Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers joined #MondayGR to discuss the Department of Education's overspend and the impact it's having on budgets across other Government departments.
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- Pico Lopes Gets Hero’s Welcome
- Runtime
- 1:40
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Cape Verde star Pico Lopes returned home to a hero’s welcome at Dublin Airport this afternoon. The Shamrock Rovers defender played an integral part in Cape Verde’s journey to the knockout stages of the World Cup.
📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- George Gibney Convicted
- Runtime
- 2:59
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Former swim coach George Gibney has been convicted of the attempted rape of a young girl and multiple counts of sexually abusing her and three other girls in the 1970s and 80s. The now 77-year-old, who was also formerly the Irish national coach, was extradited from the US last year to stand trial.
📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- Tuam Stories Told in New Exhibition
- Runtime
- 1:55
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- A new exhibition telling the stories of experiences from the Tuam Mother and Baby Home has opened in Galway. Survivors of the institution have had their voices captured in a poignant public display, which has officially opened in the city.
📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- Trump Says He Asked FIFA To Review Balogun Ban
- Runtime
- 1:37
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Donald Trump says he called FIFA chief Gianni Infantino to ask for a review of the ban on US forward Folarin Balogun, saying: “I didn’t think it was a foul.”
📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- High Temperatures Return to Europe
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Dangerously high temperatures are set to return to continental Europe, with highs of 40 degrees forecast in some parts.
📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Nears 3,000
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Nearly 3,000 people are now known to have lost their lives in the devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela. The number of dead is expected to climb even higher, with thousands still missing.
📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- Mixed Reaction to New VAT Rate
- Runtime
- 1:55
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- There’s been mixed reaction to the introduction of a new reduced VAT rate, which has boosted the likes of cafés, restaurants and hairdressers across the country.
📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- Iran Mourns Late Supreme Leader
- Runtime
- 0:16
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Iran is entering a second day of public mourning for its slain leader, with huge crowds turning out to pay their respects to the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. His body will lie in state until Monday at Tehran’s Grand Mosalla before travelling across Iran and Iraq. Up to 30 million people are expected to attend delayed events.
📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- Community Shock After Dún Laoghaire Shooting
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- “You don’t realise it can actually happen on your doorstep.”
Locals in Dún Laoghaire have been reacting after a man in his 40s was shot and died in the area this morning.
📺 More on Virgin Media One and Virgin Media PLAY
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- Fatal Shooting in Dún Laoghaire
- Runtime
- 1:07
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The scene at Patrician Park in Dún Laoghaire remains sealed off this afternoon as Gardaí investigate a fatal shooting. A man in his 40s died a shortly after 8.30am.
More from our journalist at the scene on the 5.30pm News on Virgin Media One this evening.
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- Potential Trump Visit Adds Twist To Irish Open Planning
- Runtime
- 1:58
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- A possible visit by Donald Trump to the Irish Open could create a new logistical challenge for organisers.
As Doonbeg prepares to welcome some of the world’s top golfers later this summer, the US President has signalled his intention to attend the tournament at his hotel and golf resort outside the village.
#VMNews
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- Man Rescued Alive Eight Days After Venezuela Earthquakes
- Runtime
- 0:32
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- A security guard has been pulled alive from the rubble of a collapsed building in Venezuela, eight days after twin earthquakes devastated the country.
The 43-year-old survived after becoming trapped in a basement when the building collapsed around him.
Rescuers had been in contact with him for several days before safely bringing him to the surface in a dramatic rescue operation.
#VMNews
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- Is Ireland Doing Enough To Tackle The Dangers Of Big Tech On Children?
- Runtime
- 1:40
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Is the Government turning a blind eye to Big Tech dangers on children?
The #TonightVMTV panel discussed whether Irish regulators are failing to act on online harms, and whether children are being put at risk as a result.
📺 Watch the full discussion ➡️ https://f.mtr.cool/hgkzhadpmg
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- Is The Government Turning A “Blind Eye” To The Dangers Of Big Tech?
- Runtime
- 14:24
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- "I'm telling you, children have died - every parent is terrified," says Johnny Ryan, Director of Enforce, ICCL on what he says are the dangers of Big Tech.
The Tonight Show is on with presenter Shane Coleman every Tuesday and Wednesday night at 10pm on Virgin Media One and Very Media PLAY.
Tonight, Shane was was joined by
Timmy Dooley TD, Minister of State
Richard Boyd Barrett TD, People Before Profit - Solidarity
Aisling Maloney, Political Reporter, Irish Independent
Johnny Ryan, Director of Enforce, ICCL
#VMNews #Ireland #BigTech #technology #TonigthVMTV
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- Rare Waterspout Swirls Above German Lake In Unusual Weather Event
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- A rare waterspout has formed over Lake Constance, creating spectacular scenes over the lake.
The weather phenomenon lasted between five and ten minutes. According to Germany’s national weather service, waterspouts occur only two or three times a year, making the event an unusual sight for onlookers.
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- Was the Excise Duty Increase Delayed Over Fuel Protest Fears?
- Runtime
- 18:15
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Fuel cuts extended to September. Is the Government afraid of more protests?
Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:
Seamus McGrath TD, Spokesperson on Housing, Fianna Fail
Pearse Doherty TD, Spokesperson on Finance, Sinn Fein
Claire Scott, Political Correspondent, The Sunday Times Ireland
Kevin McPartlan, CEO Fuels for Ireland
#TonightVMTV #Fuel #fuelprices #Politics #vmnews
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- Tributes Paid After Spain Crash
- Runtime
- 0:42
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Tributes are being paid to three Irish people who lost their lives following a crash in Spain. Amy McCullagh, Michaela Newcombe and Mark McCullagh had travelled from Mullingar to Málaga late last week. They died in a crash in the early hours of Sunday morning after two vehicles collided near Málaga on a stretch of the A-7 motorway.
📺 More on Virgin Media PLAY
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- Why Is the National Children's Hospital Still Not Open?
- Runtime
- 35:14
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- More than two months after the latest completion deadline passed, there is still no opening date for the National Children's Hospital.
Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill joins Monday with Gavan Reilly to discuss why the project remains unfinished, her concerns about staffing levels on site, and why she says she repeatedly asked BAM to show her the workforce it said was on the project.
The discussion also covers consultant contracts, plans to extend healthcare services beyond traditional office hours, and wider challenges facing Ireland's health system.
Later, our panel of Fionnán Sheahan, Jack Horgan-Jones and Priscilla Lynch analyse the Minister's approach and ask whether she is taking on responsibilities that should sit elsewhere.
📺 Monday with Gavan Reilly | Virgin Media One & Virgin Media PLAY
#MondayGR #NationalChildrensHospital #JenniferCarrollMacNeill #Ireland #Healthcare #IrishPolitics
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- HEALTH MINISTER: ‘Where’s the HSE?’
- Runtime
- 1:13
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- “Sorry, where’s the HSE here?” — Fionnán Sheahan, Ireland Editor, Irish Independent, questions whether the Health Minister is taking on responsibilities that should sit elsewhere.
📺 #MondayGR on Virgin Media PLAY
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- HEALTHCARE CONSULTANT CONTRACTS: ‘It’s Already in the Contract’
- Runtime
- 1:34
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- “It’s literally in the contract already” — Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD, Minister for Health, on extending consultant-led services beyond traditional office hours across the public health system
📺 #MondayGR on Virgin Media PLAY
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- NATIONAL CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL: ‘Show Me Where They Are’
- Runtime
- 1:56
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- “Show me where they are because I don’t see them” — Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD, Minister for Health, says she repeatedly asked to be shown the number of workers BAM said were on site at the National Children's Hospital
📺 #MondayGR on Virgin Media PLAY
