Highlights from Newstalk Breakfast

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly will today seek Cabinet approval for a vaccination programme for infants this autumn for Respiratory Syncytial Virus or more commonly known as RSV   Speaking to Johnathan this morning was Dr. Brendan O’Shea, Kildare GP & Assistant Adjuvant Professor in Public Health and Primary Care at Trinity College Dublin. 

From worms and maggots in food to rooms shared with nine other men, the latest report from Doras paints a shocking picture of the harsh realities faced by Ukrainian refugees in State-provided accommodation.  Speaking to Ciara was John Lannon, CEO of Doras to discuss the findings.

The visionary behind the reconstructed 'Banshees of Inisherin' pub in Galway, has extended a warm invitation to Taylor Swift ahead of her Dublin concerts. Luke Mee, Co-Owner of Mee’s Bar in Kilkerrin, Co. Galway spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

Meta is to pause its plans to use the personal data of users to train its AI models after some concerns were raised by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission.   Newstalk’s Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly explains all in this week's 'Tech Check'.All with thanks to Bird & Bird.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has criticised plans announced by the military to hold daily tactical pauses in fighting along one of the main roads into Gaza to facilitate aid delivery into the Palestinian enclave.  Speaking to Jonathan this morning was Sean Bell, Former Fighter pilot and now Military Analyst and Bushra Khalid Oxfam Policy Leader Jerusalem Office. 

Air Lingus pilots have been voting all weekend in polling stations in Dublin and Cork on whether they will take industrial strike action with results due to be announced later today. We got some advice from Clare Dunne, CEO of Irish Travel Agents Association. 

Additional security measures have been put in place at a medieval site in Ballyfermot, after footage showing someone interfering with skeletal remains was shared on social media.  Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Hazel De Nortúin, People Before Profit Councillor for Ballyfermot Drimnagh.

When we ask why we struggle to forgive MeToo’s powerful men, we should ask why for so long we struggled to forgive their victims. That is the question posed by columnist Martha Gill writing in the UK’s Observer and Martha spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

As part of the planned integration of the GAA, the Ladies Gaelic Football Association and the Camogie association, there have been calls for an integration fund to support inclusivity, as most facilities were designed with only men in mind.    To discuss with Ciara was Aoife Lane, Head of Department of Sports and Health Sciences at TUS Athlone. 

With three weeks to go until UK general election, how are the political parties fairing out?  We speak to Philip Webster, Former Political Editor of the Times. 

Cork kid rappers Kabin Crew, along with their pals from the Lisdoonvarna Crew, are set to release their viral hit “The Spark” as a single. Ciara caught up with Lucy Corcoran and Treasure, who were involved in the song, to discuss its viral success and upcoming release.

Sisters Sarah and Jennifer O’Duffy are climbing Kilimanjaro this Father's Day to honour their father Conor, who passed away from oesophageal cancer 20 years ago. Shane spoke with Jennifer about their journey and the significance of their climb.

The number of registered tourist beds being used to house Ukrainian refugees and international protection applicants has decreased by over 15% in the past six months, according to new data from Fáilte Ireland. Shane spoke with Eoghan O'Mara Walsh, Chief Executive at the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation, about the implications for the tourism sector.

The government’s reaction to the Housing Commission report has been criticised for lacking meaningful change. Ciara spoke with Lisa Kearney, President of The Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers, who shared her concerns and insights ahead of their annual conference.

While the benefits of competitive sports for children are well-known, many parents secretly dislike watching their kids play. Shane spoke with journalist and columnist Jen Hogan about why some parents feel this way and the challenges of supporting their children's sports activities.

Noise pollution from Dublin Airport has been a contentious issue, with early morning flights causing disturbances for nearby residents. Ciara revisits a previous conversation with TD Alan Farrell and sends Newstalk's Henry McKean to investigate the noise and Ryanair's claims that their aircraft are now significantly quieter than in the past.

Dublin has been identified as one of the most expensive cities in the world for parking, ranking ninth according to a new report by DiscoverCars.com . Ciara spoke with Keith Gavan, Chairman of the Irish Parking Association, to discuss the reasons behind these high parking costs.

Talks between Aer Lingus management and the pilot union ended yesterday without reaching an agreement, and no further discussions are scheduled. Shane spoke with travel journalist Joan Scales to discuss the potential impact this strike could have on summer holiday plans

Ireland’s women’s 4x400m relay team, consisting of Sophie Becker, Rhasidat Adeleke, Sharlene Mawdsley, and Phil Healy, secured a silver medal at the European Championships last night. Shane spoke with Joan Healy, former international sprinter and Phil Healy’s big sister, about the team’s achievement and the journey to their success.

Coimisiún na Meán has dropped two proposals aimed at protecting teenagers online after opposition from Google and a representative group for Big Tech. The proposals included a ban on under-18s live-streaming content or viewing live-streamed content without parental permission. Ciara spoke with Philip Arneill, Head of Education with Cybersafe Kids, about the implications of this decision.

A new High Court action has challenged the approval of a €1.2 billion data centre campus in Clare, arguing that it is inconsistent with climate action objectives. Ciara spoke with Bríd Smith, People Before Profit TD, about whether Ireland should hold back on data centre construction to meet environmental targets.

Pilots in Aer Lingus, who are members of the Irish Air Line Pilots Association, have voted overwhelmingly in favor of industrial action, seeking a pay increase of more than 23%. Shane spoke with Captain Mark Tighe, President of The Irish Airline Pilots' Association, and Donal Moriarty, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Aer Lingus, to discuss the potential impact on holiday plans.

With more husbands working from home, the question arises whether the modern man is now doing their fair share of housework. Ciara was joined by Dr. Tom McLelland, lecturer in philosophy at the University of Cambridge, to discuss the dynamics of housework in the era of remote work.

Labour TD and transport spokesperson Duncan Smith has called for a complete ban on the sharing of images from road traffic accidents. Ciara spoke with Duncan to discuss the rationale behind this proposal and its potential impact on public behavior and privacy.

Weeks after apologising for using a highly offensive term about gay people, Pope Francis has reportedly used the same term again. Shane spoke with Brian Merriman, Founder of the International Gay Theatre Festival, about the implications of the Pope’s repeated comments and their impact on the Catholic Church's image.