Newstalk Breakfast

In the upcoming budget, there are discussions circulating around the reform of inheritance tax which some wealth managers say is leading to inequitable and avoidable outcomes.   Joining Anton this morning to discuss if tax thresholds kept with the times was Barra Roantree, Assistant Professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin.

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Mark Hennessy Ireland and Britain Editor with the Irish Times.

The CAO change of mind closes at 5pm on the 1st of July, meaning students must decide on their final preferences.   Guidance counsellor and columnist with the Irish Times Brian Mooney joined Anton to give last minute advice.

Luigi Mangione's federal trial in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson will now begin in January instead of autumn.  U.S. District Judge Margaret Garnett said she was postponing the federal trial so Mangione's lawyers can focus on his state murder trial, which is scheduled to begin on the 8th of September.  Harriet Alexander New York Based Reporter joined Anton fo...

Some competent learner drivers should be allowed to drive unaccompanied.   That’s the call in a petition set to be considered in the Oireachtas today.  Anton was joined by, Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator and Independent Motoring Expert for Carzone  to see if this is a workable solution.

The prosecution has said Riad Bouchaker's defence that he did not mean to kill anyone during an attack with a knife at Parnell Square in Dublin, lasting just 15 seconds, was "absurd" and a "lame excuse" and he should be judged by his actions not his words.  Newstalk reporter Emily Keegan joined Anton this morning to discuss.  

The number of people killed in the two earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 1,719, the president of its National Assembly has said.   Giving an address on state television, Jorge (HOR-HAY) Rodriguez said a further 5,034 people had been wounded in the disaster, which occurred shortly after 6pm local time last Wednesday.    Earlier, a United Nations official said the o...

A major new study suggests that some 85% of under 16s are still using social media in Australia. This is despite the country being the first in the world to introduce a ban back in December.  The government says it will double the maximum penalty for platforms that breach it, but is this a further confirmation that outright bans simply don't work?   Anton discusses this further with...

Former leader of the Ulster Unionist Party Doug Beattie has said the Police Ombudsman must begin an investigation into what the PSNI knew regarding Jeffrey Donaldson's child sex offences. Speaking to Anton this morning was Former leader of the Ulster Unionist Party Doug Beattie.

Around 1,000 excess deaths have been recorded during France's exceptional heatwave. With 85% of those who died aged 65 or older. Officials warn the health impact could continue for days after temperatures ease.    Anton spoke to Lara Marlowe, Paris based Author and Journalist. 

The Government will meet tonight to discuss a gradual phasing out of the excise cuts in fuel introduced in the aftermath of the war in Iran Anton got reaction to this with Ger Hyland is President of the Irish Road Haulage Association.

Ian Bailey’s former solicitor Frank Buttimer plans to explore the possibility of appealing Bailey’s conviction in France on the basis that key DNA evidence was excluded.    Speaking to Anton this morning was Ian Bailey’s former solicitor Frank Buttimer.

Paid leave will be offered to women who miscarry before 23 weeks of pregnancy, and women who have an abortion before 12 weeks, and after 12 weeks in expectational circumstances, under a new plan being considered by the Government.   Joining Anton to discuss further is Marie Sherlock, Labour TD for Dublin Central, Labour Spokesperson on Health. 

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Eamon Ryan, Former Green Party Leader.  

Disjointed law allows dangerous drivers back on the road immediately after prison release. So says Chairperson of the Oireachtas Transport Committee and Fine Gael TD for Tipperary South Michael Murphy .  

The humid conditions of the heatwave concluded over the weekend as today we are to expect temperatures to cool and rain to develop.  Alan O Reilly of Carlow Weather look ahead to the weather forecast this week.

The Government will meet tonight to discuss a gradual phasing out of the excise cuts in fuel introduced in the aftermath of the war in Iran.  Joining Anton to discuss further is Sean Defoe, Newstalk’s Political Corresponden t.

Last Sunday, Offaly took to the field in their first All Ireland Quarter Final for 23 years. While the game resulted in heavy defeat to Cork, there remains a sense of renewed optimism in the county. Speaking to Anton was Michael Duignan Two-time All-Ireland winning Offaly Hurler and former cChair of the Offaly County board.  Our Newstalk Summer Tour is with thanks to ESB, Ireland's large...

Portumna Bridge has been part of life on the Shannon for over a century, linking counties Galway and Tipperary while still opening for passing boats today.  As we broadcast live from the River Shannon we heard from keeper of the bridge, Tom McGarry. Our Newstalk Summer Tour is with thanks to ESB, Ireland's largest EV charging network

The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has today highlighted the importance that workers know they have a legal right to switch off from work while on leave. But what exactly are your rights? And how difficult can that be? Joining Anton this morning was Ronan Berry Managing Partner of HR Consultants.ie .  

To look back on the news stories of the week were Tony McCormack, Fianna Fáil TD for Offaly, Senator Maria McCormack of Sinn Féin. Also Gearoid Keegan, Deputy Editor, Tullamore Tribune and Court reporter for Offaly Live.

More than 37,000 people have been reported missing in Venezuela after back-to-back earthquakes hit the country on Wednesday night. The number currently confirmed dead stands at 188 but is expected to rise further in the coming days.    Anton gets the latest on this with Phil Gelman GOAL's Latin America Regional Director.

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning live from live from Banagher in Offaly was Fionnula Corbett presenter on Dave and Fionnuala on iRadio.    Our Newstalk Summer Tour is with thanks to ESB, Ireland's largest EV charging network

The 44th president of the United States, Barack Obama has Irish roots in Moneygall, Co. Offaly. His visit there in 2011 really boosted the community.  Anton was joined Barack Obamas 8th Cousin, Henry Healy. Our Newstalk Summer Tour is with thanks to ESB, Ireland's largest EV charging network.

Offaly is part of what’s known as “Ireland’s hidden heartlands”, the midland areas that often go unvisited by tourists coming to Ireland.  James Scully Local Historian and tour guide explain all the gems of Ireland's midland. Our Newstalk Summer Tour is with thanks to ESB, Ireland's largest EV charging network