Amid the constant anti-renewables sentiment so common across our media, this letter today is a blessed relief.

Despite ambitious promises in their manifestos and Programme for Government, the Government parties have failed to invest adequately in childcare in this Budget cycle. @rodericogorman.bsky.social speaking on RTÉ Budget coverage today 👇

This is an eye-watering tax cut that will go directly into the pockets of big chain restaurants. This tax cut would fund the equivalent of building Luas Finglas every year.

The Residential Zoned Land Tax #RZLT is essential to take land hoarders to task and ensure that our many empty sites lying idle in the country are put to use. Government loopholes are gutting the Land Hoarding Tax. Empty sites stay empty. Hoarders keep winning.

It's official. They're giving big restaurant chains a massive tax cut, costing nearly €700m in the #VAT cut to hospitality. For that kind of money you could: 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Bring in a second tier of child benefit - lifting 55,000 children out of poverty 🚌 Make public transport free

The figures were released in a report by the National Audit and Oversight Commission www.corkbeo.ie/news/local-n...

Dr. Jane Goodall filmed an interview with Netflix in March 2025 that she understood would only be released after her death.

Oh #speirgorm #aras25

Probably the most important thing the government could do this budget? Start saving. Deeply unsexy policy, I know, but I've seen first hand what happens when a government just spends everything immediately - without looking to future crises and the threat of climate change.

We’re deeply saddened to hear of Manchán’s passing. A candidate for the party in 2016, he was more importantly a passionate and skilled advocate for Irish language and culture, and an appreciation for the beauty and importance of nature. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam

Ireland's enviable budget surplus should be spent on essential capital infrastructure - that includes projects like DART+ and Metrolink, but also investment in public-built housing, water and energy infrastructure. @hazelchu.bsky.social shares one element of our alternative budget proposal.

A big blanket VAT cut? It's a bad idea. Better to give smarter, more targetted supports for cafes and restaurants. We've set out a way to give more to small businesses while spending about a third of what the government are planning. Be smart: do more, spend less!

Another typical morning in town after Culture Night, sean-nós singers left strewn around the footpaths, poets carelessly stuffed under park benches, a lone interpretive dancer being gently blown around the square

Power is the rock on which truth founders. The mainstream media, with a few exceptions, is a single-issue lobby group, whose purpose is to assert the rights of capital. Here's what I've learnt about the industry in 40 years in journalism. www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

The Green Party is backing Catherine Connolly in this Presidential Election. Catherine’s advocacy on climate and for the most vulnerable in our society reflects the values that should guide the Presidency. This decision follows consultation with members, elected representatives and spokespersons.

Do you want to vote for @catherinegalway.bsky.social for President? Are you registered to vote? Well, polling day is scheduled for 24/10/2025. Entry to the Register of Electors closes on 07/10/2025 at 11:59 PM, but before then you can apply here: www.checktheregister.ie/en-IE/new-re...

As we’re out on freshers stands this week we’re hearing first hand from students the stress they are facing over increased student fees, don’t worry though, James Lawless has a plan to save the day!

Irish media reporting on road collisions too often dehumanises victims and hides driver responsibility. Cyclists and pedestrians are people first — the language we use matters. Read our full statement below.

Dr Nick Maynard speaking at the 101st Palestinian Rally in Cork today. Hard to hear what he says. 😢

Enough is enough. Lets get toxic chemicals out of period products!: action.eko.org/a/toxic-peri...

"Gibbons’ book is an education for anyone baffled by the rows that bedevil Irish #climate policy...but mostly, it’s a plea for honesty around topics when hiding from the truth has been the national approach" From the Indo's in-depth review of THE LIE OF THE LAND www.independent.ie/entertainmen...

💡 Think In 2025 💡 This morning, we opened our annual Think In with a media briefing, highlighting our work on holding this Government to account for its inaction and backsliding on key climate and social policies in recent months. Read more: shorturl.at/UnbGA

We are delighted to see RTÉ are finally listening to those who have been calling to #BoycottEurovision for many years. We believe this decision is long overdue but it is better late than never. You can read their full statement below.

Fire onboard flotilla -

Am due on Ireland AM on Virgin TV around 8.15 today to discuss THE LIE OF THE LAND

“Loneliness and isolation can lead to: 29% increased risk of heart disease; 32% increased risk of stroke; 50% increased risk of developing dementia among older adults; and 60% increased risk of premature death.” Surgeon General recommends designing cities to create more connections. #WalkableCities

Let’s raise children who can name more plants and animals than celebrities and brand names. Let’s raise children who enjoy, understand, and respect nature!

The next Irish president will be elected at the end of October. Now more than ever it’s important that young people have their voices heard, so we can have a president who represents us.

Should all development be exempt from planning? Most people would agree that this would not lead to good outcomes for society. The government are looking to expand what development is exempt from planning aka "Exempted Development". What do you think should be exempt from planning permission? 1/

Why Irish restaurants should ditch Deliveroo and build their own delivery platform. It would not be an easy task, but it would be much better than giving up to 35% commission on sales to global delivery giants, writes @ronancarbery.bsky.social @ucc.ie www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

Enoching - repeatedly turning up where you're not wanted >> https://waterfordwhispers.shop/collections/enoching

Fossil fuel extractors fight tooth and nail to prevent market forces from operating. They demand the equivalent of the royal monopolies once granted by the Crown, excluding competitors, enabling old technologies to fend off newer ones. Trump answers the call. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Ireland’s plan to weaken legal protections for waterways will push many of them beyond recovery www.irishtimes.com/environment/...

Giving blood saves lives. Take a few minutes to see if you can donate, and make an appointment today

One city promotes pollution, injuries and congestion, the other promotes healthy lifestyles and liveability!

Listen back as I spoke to Matt Cooper on Today FM about the Government's new Drone Policy Framework yesterday. The new drone policy leaves communities exposed. No rules on noise. No protection for homes. No say for residents. We need safeguards before rollouts – not years later.

This is outrageous! Why are they allergic to clean energy??

We stand at a crossroads: CO₂ is overwhelming the world. The good news? We can still choose a different path.

If you think the arts are important - if you think *artists* are important - fill in the survey and call for a continuation of Basic Income for the Arts

I delivered the 700 page business case and cost benefit analysis for MetroLink to Michael O'Leary's office yesterday. O'Leary said on RTÉ Radio that there’s been no cost-benefit analysis done on Metrolink which was then repeated on multiple news outlets.

Solar power is good for your pocket and good for the planet - that's why so many people have installed panels.

We can't play games with climate

The time to enact the Occupied Territories Bill came and went years ago, but it’s better late than never. We are seeing Slovenia lead in Europe and now Ireland and the rest of the EU need to follow. #enacttheoccupiedterritoriesbill #withservices

A major legal step on illegal dumping after landmark High Court ruling Ms Justice Phelan has ruled for a staged approach to removing waste, restoring land & ending unlawful waste activity. A very strong signal that environmental law will be enforced.

Fingers Crossed!!🤞

The appalling attacks on migrants happening across Ireland need to stop. These are just some of the recent attacks that the Indian and Pakistani communities in Ireland have faced. If you see racism, please call it out. They will only get more brazen if they continue to get away with it.

love this new york times clip. they recently did a story about how sesame street's set has changed over the years, along with our urban politics. IG nytimes

By contemporary US artist Martha Rich #WomensArt

Pod of my interview on @newstalkfm.bsky.social Breakfast this morning on carbon pricing for high emissions foods is now available. www.newstalk.com/podcasts/hig...