Paul Cunningham

Presenter, This Week

€2.5bn cost of living package in SF alternative budget

Sinn Féin has launched its alternative budget, entitled 'End The Rip-Off', which includes a €2.5 billion cost of living package.

Budget 2026 • 02 Oct 25

Minister recommends turning off location apps on mobiles

Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan has recommended that mobile phone users turn off any location apps to ensure that their data cannot be collected and then sold-on by criminal brokers.

Politics • 01 Oct 25

A view from Global Sumud Flotilla, which is an international initiative aimed at reaching the Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid

Motion calls on Israel not to target Gaza flotilla

The Dáil has heard a joint cross-party motion calling on Israel to adhere to international law and not target the 50 vessel peace flotilla attempting to break the aid blockade on Gaza.

Middle East • 30 Sep 25

Picture shows Harvey Morrison Sherratt, who had spina bifida and scoliosis.

Inquiry into CHI care will be 'effective', says Taoiseach

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said the Government will ensure that a promised inquiry into the care of spina bifida and scoliosis patients at Children's Health Ireland (CHI) is "effective" as well as being "transparent and public".

Health • 30 Sep 25

Tánaiste to update Cabinet on Troubles legacy agreement

Tánaiste Simon Harris will update Cabinet on the recent agreement with the UK on dealing with the legacy of Northern Ireland's Troubles, including a Government commitment to provide €25 million to support victims and families over the next three years

Politics • 30 Sep 25

Catherine Connolly, Heather Humphreys, Jim Gavin

7 takeaways from the first presidential debate

The first debate has come and gone and the dust is settling. But who will be happiest with their performance and has any candidate moved the dial? Here are 7 takeaways from tonight's debate from our Political Correspondent Paul Cunningham.

Analysis and Comment • 01 Oct 25

It is understood that his memorandum to Government is critical of the DAA, which is charged with operating and developing the airport

Minister to seek Cabinet approval to remove passenger cap

Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien is expected to seek Cabinet approval tomorrow to legislate for the removal of Dublin Airport's 32 million a year passenger cap.

Business • 29 Sep 25