Paul Cunningham

Presenter, This Week

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

TB cases in Ireland expected to hit 300 this year

The number of tuberculosis (TB) cases in Ireland is expected to hit 300 this year, the highest number since 2018.

Ireland • 25 Sep 25

Connolly doorstep at government buildings

US is an imperial power adding to volatility - Connolly

Independent presidential candidate Catherine Connolly has described America as an "imperial power" contributing to current volatility.

Politics • 25 Sep 25

A photo of Aras an Uachtarain, with the Irish flag above and blue skies

And so it begins - Presidential Election gets real

The close of nominations on Wednesday signalled the official beginning of the Presidential Election campaign.

Analysis and Comment • 26 Sep 25

Steen 'hopeful' of securing nomination before deadline

Barrister Maria Steen has said she made "good progress" and hopes to secure enough support to get onto the ballot for the Presidential Election before the tomorrow's deadline.

Presidential Election • 23 Sep 25

Presidential Candidate Catherine Connelly is pictured at the National Ploughing Championships in Co Offaly

The challenge ahead for the inclusivity candidate

When Catherine Connolly took to the stage, it was a moment of sheer delight for the audience of around 200 people.

Presidential Election • 22 Sep 25

FAI turns down committee invite after garda 'guidance'

The Football Association of Ireland has turned down a request to attend a Joint Oireachtas Committee on sport hearing next week, regarding safeguarding issues, on the basis that it "risks prejudicing ongoing garda investigations"

Politics • 19 Sep 25