Taoiseach Micheál Martin distances Fianna Fáil from anti-immigration comments made by former leader Bertie Ahern during a canvas in Dublin Central — but is migration really becoming a doorstep issue?

Plus, concerns over road safety enforcement as breathalyser testing falls, conviction rates remain among the lowest in Europe, and road fatalities continue to rise.

Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:

Michael Murphy TD, Fine Gael - Chair of Transport Committee

Roderic O'Gorman TD, Green Party

Mary Regan, Political Editor Irish Independent

Derek Mooney, Former Fianna Fáil advisor

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The National Ambulance Service rejects claims its strike action has put patients at risk, saying pay has not kept pace with increased responsibilities. We look at whether talks should resume or if Government intervention is needed.

Elsewhere, hospital delays continue in the Mid-West, while questions grow over tighter budget controls and possible spending cuts in 2026.

In the UK, Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure amid ministerial resignations and calls for his resignation.

Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:

Martin Daly TD, Fianna Fáil

George Lawlor TD, Labour

George Horgan-Jones, Political Correspondent, Irish Times

Niamh Griffin, Health Correspondent, Irish Examiner

Mark Paul, London Correspondent, Irish Times

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An all-island poll shows growing support for Irish unity, while concerns over migration and the EU are also shaping voter attitudes. We ask whether public opinion is increasingly diverging from political discourse.

Meanwhile, Ireland’s electricity prices remain almost 40% above the EU average, as the panel examines the drivers behind the cost-of-living pressures facing households.

And in sport, an open letter from figures across football calls for Ireland to boycott upcoming Israel fixtures. Will the FAI come under pressure to change its stance?

Guest Presenter Shane Coleman was joined by:

Keira Keogh TD, Fine Gael

Matt Carthy TD, Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Justice

Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent, Irish Examiner

Ben Collins, Author, The Unity Dividend

Daragh Cassidy, Bonkers.ie

Roddy Collins, Former football manager and player

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