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The Agenda
LMFM presents The Agenda - Your Current Affairs Podcast with presenter Adrian Kennedy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ban on Irish Imports from Israeli Settlements in Palestine to go for Cabinet Approval – 24/06/2025
Legislation to ban imports from Israeli settlements in Occupied Palestinian Territory is due to come before Cabinet this morning to be approved by Government…
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House Price Inflation Levels Reach Ten-Year-High – But How are Things in Louth & Meath? – 23/06/2025
House price inflation has reached a ten-year-high, according to the latest report from property website Daft.Prices increased nationally by 3% during the…
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Cost of Milk and Beef Sees Irish Farm Produce Prices Rise Faster Than Anywhere in EU – 23/06/2025
Ireland recorded the sharpest rate of increase in agricultural produce prices in the EU in the first quarter of this year, the bloc’s statistical agency…
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Cynthia Ní Mhurchú to Challenge Legal Basis of EU Trade with Israel – 23/06/2025
Ireland South MEP, Cynthia Ní Mhurchú, a member of the EU Parliament’s Petitions Committee, has launched a formal petition to the European Parliament calling…
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Government Urged to Restrict Loophole Allowing Commercial Tanning Salons to Advertise Services Amid “epidemic” of Skin Cancer – 23/06/2025
The Government needs to urgently restrict a loophole that allows commercial tanning salons to advertise their services amid an “epidemic” of skin cancer, a…
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No Public Online Access to Louth Council Meetings as AI threat ‘the New Reality’ – 23/06/2025
A decision on public access to online council meetings in Louth was pushed back by councillors after fears around security, intimidation and content being…
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Security at Sites for Refugees' Modular Homes Cost Almost €1m - 23/06/2025
Almost €1m was spent on enhanced security at six sites where modular houses for Ukrainian refugees were to be built, new documents show.The Office of Public…
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“Paedo Brother Abused me 1,000 Times – the Monster Will Always be Danger to Kids & His Release is Causing me Flashbacks” – 23/06/2025
A traumatised woman who was sexually abused by her brother over 1,000 times said last night: “He will always be a monster.”Michelle Cooke was speaking as her…
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‘Heightened Threat Environment’ in US as World Waits for Iran’s Response to Nuclear Sites Attack – 23/06/2025
US president Donald Trump has brought up the possibility of regime change in Iran following US military strikes against key Iran military sites over the…
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Tributes Paid to Kofi Owusu (15) Who Died While Swimming in Meath Over the Weekend – 23/06/2025
Tributes have been paid to “genuinely lovely” Kofi Owusu from Dundalk, Co Louth, who died while swimming in Laytown, Co Meath on Friday.The 15-year-old had…
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Louth & Meath farmers Should Get Proper Compensation for Land Lost Under Power Lines, says MEP Mullooly - 20/06/2025
Ciaran Mullooly MEP has welcomed the recent landmark ruling by the Supreme Court in favour of Cavan farming couple, Peter and Rose O’Reilly, which firmly…
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Aontú Leader & Meath-East TD Calls for Answers Regarding 3,700 Council-Owned Homes Lying Empty in Ireland – 20/06/2025
Aontu leader Peadar Tóibín has said the number of council-owned homes across Ireland that are empty is “akin to exporting food in the middle of a…
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Irish Woman Who Accused Madeleine McCann Suspect of Rape says He Could’ve Been Stopped – 20/06/2025
An Irish woman who accused Madeleine McCann’s suspected killer of rape has says he could of been stopped.Hazel Behan accused Christian Brueckner of raping her…
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The Life & Legacy of Henry Mount Charles, Owner of Slane Castle, Who Passed Away – 20/06/2025
Henry Mount Charles, the owner of Slane Castle in Co Meath, has died aged 74.Popularly known as Lord Henry, he was best known for introducing a series of rock…
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TD Admits She Hasn’t Drunk Alcohol in over 13 Years During Impassioned Plea to not Delay Health-Warning Labels – 20/06/2025
An opposition TD has spoken about the negative impact of alcohol on her life as she raised concerns about a possible delay in the introduction of…
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Sky Agents to Trawl WhatsApp Chats to Catch Dodgy-Box Users – 20/06/2025
Sky Ireland is set to use private investigators to monitor WhatsApp chats to detect who is buying dodgy boxes. And in a significant escalation, the broadcaster…
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Louth TD Calls for Ministerial Answer on €40 Million Hole in SOLAS budget for ETBs – 20/06/2025
This morning on The Agenda we spoke to Sinn Fein TD for Louth, Ruairi O Murchu, who is calling for a Ministerial answer on the €40 million hole in SOLAS budget…
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Louth Rescue Unit Targeted in Mindless Vandalism Attack – 19/06/2025
The boathouse of the Boyne Fishermen Rescue and Recovery Unit on the Marsh Road was broken into over the weekend in a mindless act of vandalism.A number of…
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Fianna Fail Meath County Councillor Sean Drew Elected New Cathaoirleach of Kells Municipal District – 19/06/2025
Fianna Fail Meath County councillor Sean Drew has been elected the new Cathaoirleach of Kells Municipal District. He was elected by four votes to two over Sinn…
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Trim Family Advocate for Life Changing Drug for their Little Boy Living with Muscular Dystrophy – 19/06/2025
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Law on Learner Drivers Getting Repeated Permits to Change After Test Times Fall, Minister Tells Road Victims’ Families – 19/06/2025
The current delay in driving tests and letting learner drivers continually roll-over their permit year after year without sitting a test is without a doubt…
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Education Minister Helen McEntee Speaks to LMFM about the ‘Education Plan 2025’ – 19/06/2025
The Minister for Education and Youth and Minister of State for Special Education and Inclusion have published a document outlining their plans this year for…
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€100 Should be Added to Leap Cards of Anyone Waiting More Than 12 weeks for Driving Test, Dáil Hears – 19/06/2025
Anyone waiting more than three months for a driving test should have €100 put on their Leap card as an incentive to use whatever public transport is available…
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Serious Problems with Illegal dumping in Louth and Meath – 19/06/2025
This morning on The Agenda we spoke to Aontu representative for the Laytown and Bettystown area, Peter Whelan, who spoke to us about the issue of fly tipping…
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Kneecap's Mo Chara Released on Unconditional Bail After Appearing in Court – 19/06/2025
A member of rap group Kneecap faces criminal charges for supporting a proscribed terrorist organisation and not his support for the people of Palestine, a…
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Ardee Councillor Addresses Biggest Issues Facing Locals, Including Dereliction, Traffic & Water - 18/06/2025
This morning on The Agenda we spoke Fianna Fail Councillor in Ardee, John Sheridan, about the biggest issues facing local residents of the town, including…
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Council Rules Out Clearing Algae from Blackrock Beach - 18/06/2025
Louth County Council has ruled out clearing algae along the shoreline in the Blackrock area as its a protected area under EU regulations.At the local…
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Louth Late Night Cafes: Dundalk and Ardee want Drogheda Pilot Programme - 18/06/2025
Whether a flat white or a skinny caramel macchiato are your beverage of choice, late night cafe culture could soon be the norm in County Louth, after a new…
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Ardee Business Owner Talks Business in the Town & How Trade is Going in Ardee - 18/06/2025
This morning on The Agenda we broadcast live from Merci Beaucoup in Ardee.During the broadcast we spoke to Eoin Lennon who owns Ardee Coach Trim and Defy…
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Abuse Survivor from Louth Opens Up About His Story & Says Nobody Would Listen to Him - 18/06/2025
**TRIGGER WARNING: SOME LISTENERS MAY FIND CONTENT DISTRESSING**This morning on The Agenda we spoke to a Louth man about the horrific abuse he suffered at the…
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Owners of French Bakery in Ardee Talk About Coming to Ardee to Open Their Bakery/Restaurant & the Obstacles They Faced - 18/06/2025
This morning on The Agenda we broadcast live from Merci Beaucoup bakery in Ardee. During the broadcast we spoke to husband and wife Jeremy and Olana Humeau…
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Meath-East TD Calls for Immediate Action to Reduce School Uniform Costs for Families - 18/06/2025
Sinn Féin’s spokesperson on Education and Youth, Darren O’Rourke TD, has demanded urgent government intervention to reduce the high cost of school uniforms for…
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Chaos in Ashbourne Leaving Residents Unable To Sleep & Traffic Issues Causing Huge Disruption - 18/06/2025
This morning on The Agenda we spoke to Fine Gael Councillor in Ashbourne, Alan Tobin, about works being carried out in the town which are causing some problems…
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Lack of Progress Moving Younger People from Nursing Homes Slammed as 'Completely Unacceptable' - 18/06/2025
The Ombudsman Ger Deering has criticised the lack of progress made by the HSE to move younger people out of nursing homes, and called for additional government…
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Nigerian Man Deported by Irish Government Speaks to LMFM About why He Will Be Challenging the Decision – 13/06/2025
A man deported by the Irish government on a chartered flight to Nigeria last week has said he has been separated from his family because of the move.Rasheed…
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Aontu Councillor in Navan Addressees “Inaccuracies” in Previous LMFM Interview on Facilities in the Town – 13/06/2025
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Louth councillors Call for Urgent Plan to Tackle Blight of Vacant Properties and Dereliction- 13/06/2025
“Accountability and a plan of action” is needed to tackle problems with vacant houses and derelict properties, the monthly meeting of Drogheda Borough District…
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Some Meath Commuters Face ‘Unfair’ Bus Fare Increases While Neighbours Get Cuts – 13/06/2025
Local representatives in Navan and Athboy have criticised upcoming increases in bus fares, arguing that the changes will hinder progress toward climate…
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Drogheda United Expelled from Conference League by UEFA – 13/06/2025
Drogheda United have confirmed that they will not be allowed to compete in the UEFA Conference League due to ownership rules and are now taking the case to the…
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Education Minister Helen McEntee on Mobile Phone Ban in Schools from Today – 13/06/2025
Announcing nine million euro in practical supports, the government has shared their plans to tackle the growing issue of phone use in schools.Under the new…
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Calls for New Bus Route Across Castletown River to Alleviate Louth traffic – 12/06/2025
With traffic congestion around Bridge Street and Newry Bridge in recent weeks, Dundalk councillor Ciarán Fisher has renewed calls for better public transport…
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Uisce Éireann on Blockages in Dunboyne and Clonee -12/06/2025
Uisce Éireann is appealing to businesses and residents in Dunboyne and Clonee to correctly dispose of fats, oils and grease (FOGs) and any business waste in a…
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Meath Councillor Calls for Menopause Day after Personal Health Struggle – 12/06/2025
A Meath councillor has said experiencing menopause felt like a “dead woman walking” following her call to the council to recognise Menopause day.Councillor…
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Fines, Curfews & Seizing PlayStations: TD Seeks Clampdown on Antisocial Activity by 'Youth Gangs' – 12/06/2025
There needs to be a crackdown on antisocial activity carried out by young offenders, according to one independent TD who suggested curfews, fining parents and…
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Ryanair Announces New €500 Fine for Disruptive Passengers in Clampdown on ‘Unruly Behaviour’ – 12/06/2025
Ryanair has announced the introduction of a €500 fine for “disruptive passengers”.From today, the airline will issue the fine to passengers “whose unruly…
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Europe's Security Fears are 'New Brexit' as Ireland Must be Pragmatic on Defence – 12/06/2025
Concerns around European security have become the “new Brexit” for Irish officials and their EU counterparts, the European Affairs minister has said. Minister…
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Ashbourne Councillor Who Voted Against the Development of 79 Social Houses in the Area Tells Us Why He Voted No – 12/06/2025
Yesterday on the show we discussed the news of a proposed residential development in Ashbourne being rejected by local councillors due to the absence of…
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Excavation of Children’s Remains from Tuam Mother and Baby Home Site to Begin on June 16th – 12/06/2025
Gardaí will launch an investigation if forensic specialists excavating the burial site of the Tuam babies uncover evidence that any of the infants died…
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Meath County Council Rejects Second IPAS Centre Planning Exemption in Trim - 11/06/2025
Meath County Council has once again refused an application seeking exemption from planning permission for a proposed International Protection Accommodation…
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Heated Debate Over 79 Social Houses in Ashbourne Which were Voted Down by Local Councillors– 12/06/2025
Councillors in County Meath from Government and opposition parties voted against the development of 79 social housing homes in Ashbourne today. The council’s…
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Case of Dundalk Father John McNeela, whose son died on UN duty in Lebanon in 1989, will be raised in Dáil by Louth TD This Week – 12/06/2025
The case of Dundalk father John McNeela, whose son died on UN duty in Lebanon in 1989, will be raised by Louth TD Ruairí Ó Murchú in Leinster House this…
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New Mayor in Louth Highlights ‘Emerging Vision of a Thriving Drogheda’ – 12/06/2025
Newly elected Mayor of Drogheda Michelle Hall has vowed that the “voice of Drogheda is heard loud and clear” during her second term in office.She was elected…
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Power Shift Coming? Louth TD says Major Local Government Shake-Up on the Way – 11/06/2025
A new taskforce will introduce a series of recommendations to strengthen local government in Ireland, Louth Fine Gael TD Paula Butterly has said.Deputy…
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Influx of Louth IPAS Centres Rumours Addressed by Louth Senator – 11/06/2025
Louth Senator Alison Comyn has shut down online rumours in Drogheda about an influx of buildings to be used for International Protection Accommodation Service…
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Ballymena Resident Speaks to LMFM about Masked Men Attacking Her Home During Riots – 11/06/2025
Police in Northern Ireland came under attack as violent disorder erupted for a second night in a row in Ballymena, Co Antrim.This morning on The Agenda we went…
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Tara Mines Workers Seek Meeting on Tara Deep Delays – 10/06/2025
Tara Mines workers are requesting an urgent meeting with management to address the company's failure to commence work on the Tara Deep project, which has the…
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Senator Calls for Investigation after 202 Greyhounds Died While Racing in Ireland Last Year – 10/06/2025
A shocking 202 greyhounds died while racing in Ireland last year. The figures were disclosed by Senator Chris Andrews in the Seanad. He is now demanding a full…
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The Stark Reality of Male Domestic Abuse on International Men’s Health Week – 10/06/2025
International Men's Health Week kicked off yesterday and runs until Father's Day this Sunday.The annual celebration aims to raise awareness of preventable…
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Meath Journalist Deirdre Reynolds says “Being Threatened with Rape or Murder is Not just ‘Part and Parcel’ of my High-Profile Job” – 10/06/2025
A convicted rapist who threatened and harassed three female Sunday World journalists has been jailed for 11 years.Mark McAnaw, aged 53, refused to enter a bond…
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Senior Gardaí Warn Kinahan Cartel Members of ‘Serious Life Choices’ Ahead – 10/06/2025
Senior figures in the Kinahan cartel who remain at large, mainly in Dubai, are in a “perilous position” as the State has already secured significant policing…