Louise Byrne

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The Derrybrien wind farm was completed and opened in 2006

Energy crisis – Why are these wind turbines not turning?

With Ireland facing a potential energy crisis this winter, why are these wind turbines not turning?

Prime Time • 10 Mar 23

The Construction Industry Federation is 'concerned' about housing output

Construction body concerned fewer homes may be built

Citing rising interest rates and increasing material costs, the Construction Industry Federation said there is some concern that there could be a fall-off in the number of homes built next year.

Prime Time • 07 Oct 22

Paschal Donohoe and Pearse Doherty had a tense exchange on Prime Time last night

Donohoe and Doherty clash in tense Budget debate

Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe and Sinn Féin's Pearse Doherty went head to head – in what was arguably their most tense exchange to date, explains Louise Byrne.

Prime Time • 28 Sep 22

Encounters between Paschal Donohoe and Pearse Doherty have proved a mainstay of Budget coverage

5 things to watch for in Doherty v Donohoe debate

Last year's debate between Paschal Donohoe and Pearse Doherty was a sparky affair, writes Louise Byrne. Here are the issues you can expect to see during tonight's Prime Time debate.

Prime Time • 27 Sep 22

Adverse incidents could leave Ireland's energy system exposed

Can Ireland keep the lights on this winter?

Ireland hasn't built enough generators to keep up with electricity demand, so, this winter, our risk of running short is greater than anyone would like, explains Louise Byrne.

Prime Time • 07 Sep 22

Moving to a university campus was a relief for Anastasiya Baguzova and her daughter

Uncertainty for refugees living in college accommodation

As students prepare to return to college, many refugees who have been housed in campus accommodation now face uncertainty about where they will live, explains Louise Byrne.

Prime Time • 05 Aug 22

Micheál Martin said he was 'concerned about the winter'

Cost-of-living crisis could last into spring - Martin

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has warned that the cost-of-living crisis could last into the spring of 2023.

Ireland • 13 Jul 22

Matthew Galat has spent almost two weeks searching for his custom-made trike

US filmmaker's missing trike found in Dublin Airport

An American filmmaker who has spent almost two weeks searching for a custom-made trike that was last seen in Dublin Airport has been told his missing luggage has been found.

Prime Time • 07 Jul 22

The responsibility for luggage is with the individual airlines, not airport operator daa

'There is no info' - Baggage missing at Dublin Airport

In recent weeks, many passengers have landed at Dublin Airport without their bags, explains Louise Byrne. Baggage handlers say they're adding additional resources to fix the problem.

Prime Time • 06 Jul 22

Not including Ukrainian refugees, almost 5,000 people have applied for asylum in Ireland so far this year

How many people are seeking asylum in Ireland?

Almost 5,000 people have applied for asylum in Ireland so far this year. At that pace, 2022 could be a record year for refugee applications. Here are some answers to key questions about the increase.

Prime Time • 24 Jun 22