"Peadar Tóibín is doing a great job of talking up Maria Steen's chances" says Executive Editor with the Irish Independent, Kevin Doyle, while discussing the ongoing presidential campaign with @aine-lawlor.bsky.social. #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:05 on @rteone.rte.ie #presidency

Executive Editor with the Irish Independent, Kevin Doyle, reflects on the Maria Steen's and Gareth Sheridan's respective chances of gaining presidential contestant nominations #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:05 on @rteone.rte.ie #presidency

@aine-lawlor.bsky.social asks Minister Timmy Dooley why the Government are pulling financial supports to householders when the cost of living is rising. #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:05 on @rteone.rte.ie #budget2026

Cian O'Callaghan outlines his party's stance on universal energy credits and why the Social Democrats are in favour of targeted measures. #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:05 on @rteone.rte.ie #budget2026

Sinn Féin's Claire Kerrane asserts that hotels and fast food franchises should be excluded from VAT rate reductions to the hospitality sector in next month's budget. #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:05 on @rteone.rte.ie #budget2026

@aine-lawlor.bsky.social asks Minister Timmy Dooley what would happen if a Fianna Fáil Oireachtas member decides to support Maria Steen's presidential candidacy bid #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:05 on @rteone.rte.ie #presidency

Social Democrats' Deputy Leader, Cian O'Callaghan weighs in on the presidency to date; "If Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael think that they have this sewn up they're making a mistake and they're taking the public for granted". #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:05 on @rteone.rte.ie

Minister Timmy Dooley assures that Fianna Fáil County Council members are aware that Jim Gavin has the "capacity to occupy that office and discharge the duties of a president in an exemplary way." #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:05 on @rteone.rte.ie #presidency

Countering speculation that suggests otherwise, Sinn Féin TD, Claire Kerrane affirms that "Catherine Connolly is very much plan A." #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:05 on @news.rte.ie #presidency

According to Ceann Comhairle, Verona Murphy the onus should be placed on social media platforms to require proof of identity for new user profiles. #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:05 on @news.rte.ie #cyberbullying

Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy calls for new social media regulations to be introduced to curb the influx of #cyberviolence against politicians #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:05 on @rteone.rte.ie

In our first #TWIP of the new Dáil term, @aine-lawlor.bsky.social interviews Verona Murphy about violence against politicians, while Timmy Dooley, Claire Kerrane and Cian O'Callaghan discuss the #Presidency and Budget26. Broadcasts live at 12 today on @rteone and repeats tonight at 23:05.

@rtetwip.bsky.social will return to your screens for a new season tomorrow, where Áine Lawlor will be joined by: Ceann Comhairle, Verona Murphy Minister of State, Timmy Dooley Sinn Féin TD, Claire Kerrane Social Democrats TD, Cian O'Callaghan and Irish Independent Executive Editor, Kevin Doyle.

Independent Ireland's Ken O'Flynn claims that the 'frosty relationship' between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael has led to 'inertia' in government... #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:40 on @rteone.rte.ie #government

Pointing out various examples of alleged systematic failures concerning children, Sinn Féin's Sorca Clarke raises the question: 'What exactly has this government got against kids?' #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:40 on @rteone.rte.ie #children

RTE's Sandra Hurley on Mary Lou McDonald's prospects, should she run for president #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:40 on @rteone.rte.ie #maryloumcdonald #presidency

@aine-lawlor.bsky.social asks political journalist, Louise Burne if presidential hopeful, Catherine Connolly is 'too left even for labour?' #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:40 on @rteone.rte.ie #catherineconnolly #presidency

Minister Sean Canney on whether he would support Catherine Connolly's presidential bid: 'she's a good galway girl and I wish her well, the phone is always there, she has my number.' #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:40 on @rteone.rte.ie #presidency

Independent Ireland TD, Ken O'Flynn on the rising costs of groceries - "I'm looking into my own supermarket trolley and I'm asking myself, 'In the name of god what have I bought?'" #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:40 on @rteone.rte.ie #costofliving

@aine-lawlor.bsky.social questions Sorca Clarke on her fellow Sinn Féin TD, Pearse Doherty's recent erroneous comments about Irish retailer, Supervalu's owner #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:40 on @rteone.rte.ie #costofliving

Independent Ireland TD, Ken O'Flynn questions the lacklustre response from the international stock market towards Trump's proposed 200% tariff on pharmaceuticals #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:40 on @rteone.rte.ie #tariffs

Sinn Féin's Sorca Clarke reflects on the mounting concern expressed among industry towards the uncertainty surrounding the EU's reaction to Trump's latest tariff announcement #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:40 on @rteone.rte.ie #tariffs

Minister of State for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports, Sean Canney claims that a prospective trade war between the US and Europe, 'would not be good for the world economy' #RTETWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:40 on @rteone.rte.ie #tarrifs

Today at 12:15 on @rteone.rte.ie, @aine-lawlor.bsky.social is joined by Sean Canney, Sorca Clarke and Ken O'Flynn to discuss the year in review, the upcoming presidency and the cost of living, on the last #RTETWIP of the season. Reporter, Louise Burne will also join RTE's Sandra Hurley in part 3

On our final The Week in Politics of the season: @aine-lawlor.bsky.social speaks to Sean Canney, Sorca Clarke and Ken O'Flynn to discuss the presidency, the cost of living and the year in review Louise Burne will also join RTE's Sandra Hurley Broadcasts tomorrow at 12:15 on @rteone.rte.ie

@aine-lawlor.bsky.social questions Labour's Conor Sheehan as to where the money for housing should come from? TWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:15 on @rteone.rte.ie #TWIP #Housing

Social Democrat's Rory Hearne claims that the government fails to recognise the full extent of the housing crisis, reflecting upon yesterday's housing protest in Dublin TWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:15 on @rteone.rte.ie #RTETWIP #Housing

Sinn Féin's Eoin O'Broin criticises Minister James Browne for 'tinkering on the edge of an existing housing policy that's failing' during his term RTÉ TWIP will rebroadcast tonight at 23:15 on @rteone.rte.ie #RTETWIP #Housing

🏠Minister for Housing James Browne on the 'radical decisions' he intends to make in regard to housing over the coming weeks 🗣️RTÉ TWIP rebroadcasts tonight at 23:15 on @rteone.rte.ie #RTÉTWIP #Housing

🏠Minister for Housing James Browne on the need to address the viability and affordability of housing in Ireland 🗣️RTÉ TWIP rebroadcasts tonight at 23:15 on @rteone.rte.ie #RTÉTWIP #Housing

Tomorrow on The Week in Politics: Housing Special @aine-lawlor.bsky.social speaks to Housing Spokespeople: Sinn Féin's Eoin O'Brion Social Democrats' Rory Hearne Labour's Conor Sheehan And Minister for Housing James Browne Broadcasts at noon on @RTEOne #RTETWIP #HOUSING

Euronews Correspondent @shonamurray.bsky.social on the divide within the EU on Israel. The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie. #Israel #RTETWIP #RTEPolitics

Euronews Correspondent @shonamurray.bsky.social on this week's NATO "Trump summit". The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie. #Trump #RTETWIP #RTEPolitics

Minister of State for Local Government, Christopher O'Sullivan, on the Illegal Peat Extraction highlighted by the EPA to Local Authorities. The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie #PeatExtraction #RTETWIP #RTEPolitics

Social Democrats Spokesperson for Justice @garygannontd.bsky.social on how online algorithms may have an influence on increased domestic violence cases. The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie. #domesticabuse #RTETWIP

Sinn Féin TD, Claire Kerrane, on Sinn Féin’s stance on gender ahead of their conference next weekend. The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie. #Pride2025 #RTETWIP #RTEPolitics

Social Democrats TD @garygannontd.bsky.social on how targeted supports could help tackle the Cost of Living Crisis, as opposed to universal supports. The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie. #CostOfLiving #RTETWIP

Minister of State, Christopher O'Sullivan, on previous Cost of Living measures and what measures are planned for Budget 2026. The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie. #CostOfLiving #Budget2026 #RTETWIP

Sinn Féin TD, Claire Kerrane, on the daily struggles of the taxpayer as a result of the Cost of Living Crisis. The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie. #CostOfLiving #RTETWIP #RTEPolitics

Minister of State for Housing, Chris O'Sullivan, on the need for “standardised design” to improve the delivery of social homes. The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie. #Homelessness #RTETWIP #RTEPolitics

Social Democrats TD @garygannontd.bsky.social on possible redress scheme from government in the future due to today’s living conditions for children. The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie. #ChildPoverty #RTETWIP

Sinn Féin spokesperson for Children, Claire Kerrane on how the current housing plan is affecting children around the country. The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie. #Homelessness #ChildPoverty #RTETWIP #RTEPolitics

Minister of State Christopher O'Sullivan on the delivery of homes from the government. The Week in Politics will re-broadcast this evening at 18.30 on the RTÉ News Channel and at 23.40 on @rteone.rte.ie. #Homelessness #RTETWIP #RTEPolitics

Also, on #RTETWIP today, @aine-lawlor.bsky.social is joined by @euronews.com correspondent @shonamurray.bsky.social. Tune in with us today at noon on @rteone.rte.ie.

Today at noon, @aine-lawlor.bsky.social speaks with: Minister of State: Christopher O'Sullivan Sinn Féin TD: Claire Kerrane Social Democrats TD: @garygannontd.bsky.social discussing #Homelessness #CostOfLiving and #Gaza. #RTETWIP broadcasts at midday today on @rteone.rte.ie.

Also, on #RTETWIP this week, @aine-lawlor.bsky.social is joined by @euronews.com correspondent, @shonamurray.bsky.social. Tune in with us tomorrow noon on @rteone.rte.ie.

Tomorrow at noon, @aine-lawlor.bsky.social speaks with: Minister of State: Christopher O'Sullivan Sinn Féin TD: Claire Kerrane Social Democrats TD: @garygannontd.bsky.social discussing #Homlessness #CostOfLiving and #Gaza. #RTETWIP broadcasts at midday Sunday on @rteone.rte.ie.

On #RTETWIP today at 12, Áine Lawlor speaks with with Minister of Culture Patrick O'Donovan, Sinn Féin TD Máiread Farrell, Labour TD Mark Wall, and RTÉ Political Correspondent Paul Cunningham discussing #Iran, #Israel, #Unifil and #Housing. Tune in on RTÉ One. #RTETWIP #RTEPolitics

Today at noon @aine-lawlor.bsky.social speaks to Minister of State Thomas Byrne, Social Democrats TF Jen Whitmore, Sinn Féin TD Conor McGuinness and RTÉ Political Reporter Sandra Hurley to discus #Israel #Iran #RPZ #Housing. #RTETWIP rebroadcast tonight at 00:10

Tomorrow @aine-lawlor.bsky.social speaks to Minister of State Thomas Byrne, Social Democrats TD Jennifer Whitmore, Sinn Féin TD Conor McGuinness and RTÉ Political Reporter Sandra Hurley to discuss #Israel #Iran #RPZ #Housing Broadcasts tomorrow at noon on @rteone.rte.ie