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The Agenda
LMFM presents The Agenda - Your Current Affairs Podcast with presenter Adrian Kennedy
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Episodes
The AgendaLMFM Receives Major Update on Navan Rail Line Progress - 12/11/2026
A major update is expected on the long-awaited Navan rail line, with an announcement imminent on the future of the project. The proposed rail link has been a…
The AgendaLouth TD Warns Wastewater Infrastructure Delays are Holding Back Housing and Development in Dundalk - 12/11/2026
Concerns have been raised over delays in wastewater treatment infrastructure in Dundalk, with Louth TD Ruairí Ó Murchú warning that inadequate capacity is…
The AgendaWillow Domestic Abuse Services Launches Annual Christmas Appeal - 12/11/2026
Willow Domestic Abuse Services is appealing to the people of Meath to support its 2026 Christmas Appeal, raising vital funds to continue supporting women and…
The AgendaShocking: Dundalk Woman Recalls Kraków Shooting That Left Six People Dead - 11/11/2026
A deadly shooting in the historic centre of Kraków in Poland last Saturday has left at least six people dead and 15 others injured. The attack happened when a…
The AgendaHeartbroken Louth Mum Makes Tenth Trip to Egypt in Fight to Bring Her Two Sons Home -
Louth mum Mandy Kelly is back in Egypt for her tenth trip as she continues her efforts to be reunited with her two young sons, Zayn and Kareem, who she has…
The AgendaPublic Sector Strike Called Off as Government and Unions Agree Pay Deal - 11/11/2026
A planned nationwide public sector strike on Thursday has been called off following an agreement between the Government and trade union leaders on a new pay…
The AgendaFuel Protesters Prepare for Nationwide Return to the Streets This Friday - 11/11/2026
Fuel protestors behind last April's blockades are preparing to take to the streets again, with a nationwide protest planned for this Friday. The demonstrators…
The AgendaSinn Féin Hits Back at Simon Harris Over Social Welfare Comments and Long-Term Unemployment - 09/11/2026
Earlier in the show, we spoke to Fine Gael TD for Louth, Paula Butterly, about Simon Harris’s comments on social welfare and his call for penalties for those…
The AgendaSimon Harris Says Penalties on the Way for Those Who Treat Dole as ‘a Way of Life’ - 09/11/2026
Fine Gael leader Simon Harris has set out a centre-right direction for the party, calling for a tougher approach to social welfare, immigration and public…
The AgendaGRA Urges Gardaí to Back Work-to-Rule Despite ‘Unprecedented’ Security Challenge of EU Summit - 09/11/2026
Gardaí are being urged to stand firm on a five-day work-to-rule this week, despite growing security concerns ahead of more than 50 European leaders arriving in…
The AgendaAontú to Hold Public Meeting in Navan Calling for Protection of Irish Neutrality and Triple Lock - 09/11/2026
A public meeting on Ireland’s neutrality and the future of the Triple Lock mechanism is taking place in Navan this evening. Organised by Aontú, the meeting…
The AgendaMinister Helen McEntee Speaks to LMFM About Shocking Bomb Hoaxes - 06/11/2026
A recent opinion poll suggests almost half of people in Ireland are opposed to removing the Triple Lock, which governs the deployment of Irish Defence Forces…
The AgendaSinn Féin Housing Spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin Brings Housing Crisis Tour to Drogheda - 06/11/2026
Sinn Féin Housing Spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin is in Drogheda today as part of a nationwide tour looking at the housing crisis and hearing directly from people…
The AgendaHuge Turnout as Drogheda Residents Unite Against Proposed Power Station - 06/11/2026
There was a huge turnout at a public meeting in Tullyallen last night as residents, local representatives and campaigners came together to voice their…
The AgendaDundalk-Carlingford Greenway Plans Spark Strong Opposition in North Louth - 05/11/2026
Plans for the proposed Dundalk Bay to Carlingford Greenway are facing renewed opposition, with 87 per cent of submissions to the latest public consultation…
The AgendaConcerns Raised Over Safety of Meath Homeless Accommodation as Nine Families Share One Property - 05/
A Meath County Councillor has called for an urgent fire safety audit of all emergency accommodation facilities housing homeless families and individuals across…
The AgendaMinister Thomas Byrne on Security Preparations Ahead of Ireland's EU Presidency - 05/11/2026
Dublin city centre is set for significant disruption next week as Gardaí prepare for the largest security operation in the history of the State. The operation…
The AgendaTroubles Survivors Still Living with the Pain as Calls Grow for Greater Support - 05/11/2026
New research from the Commissioner for Victims and Survivors has found that 45% of people in the Republic of Ireland whose physical or mental health was…
The AgendaLouth Man Who Killed Family Found Guilty of Manslaughter by Diminished Responsibility - 05/11/2026
A man from County Louth has been found not guilty of murdering his mother, father and brother, but guilty of their manslaughter by reason of diminished…
The AgendaDundalk Divided Over Controversial Navvy Bank Campervan Park Plans - 04/11/2026
Plans for a new camper van park at the Navvy Bank in Dundalk have sparked considerable debate, with concerns raised by local residents over the future use of…
The AgendaMore Women Than Ever Turning to Services for Help with Addiction and Homelessness - 04/11/2026
Demand for services supporting women experiencing addiction and homelessness has risen by 55 per cent, according to Merchants Quay Ireland. The charity says…
The AgendaNSPCA Says It's Time to Put Animal Welfare Before Greyhound Racing - 04/11/2026
The NSPCA is calling on the Government to end public funding for greyhound racing, arguing that the money should instead be redirected towards animal welfare…
The AgendaUS midterm elections: Voters reject Trump as Democrats win back control of Congress - 04/11/2026
The US midterm elections have delivered a major setback for President Donald Trump, with Democrats winning control of both the Senate and the House of…
The AgendaDrogheda Mayor Demands Urgent Action Over ‘Forgotten’ Scarlet Crescent Estate - 04/11/2026
Residents of Scarlet Crescent in Drogheda are being promised action after more than two decades of concerns over the condition of their estate. The Mayor of…
The AgendaShock and Anger in Dunboyne After Inclusive Playground Is Targeted in Halloween Arson Attack - 03/11/2026
There has been shock and anger in Dunboyne following an act of vandalism at the town’s community playground over the Halloween weekend. Equipment designed…
The AgendaDrogheda Ambulance Station Upgraded Following Concerns Over Paramedics’ Working Conditions - 03/11/2026
Drogheda Sinn Féin TD Joanna Byrne has welcomed significant improvements at Drogheda Ambulance Station following a programme of remedial works. The upgrades…
The AgendaCalls to Ban Cheap Scratchcards Amid Growing Fears Over Child Gambling - 03/11/2026
Researchers are calling for a ban on low-cost scratchcards in Ireland, warning that their easy availability could be putting both children and adults at risk…
The AgendaMeath-East TD Sounds Alarm Over Major Decline in 103 Bus Service - 03/11/2026
Commuters using the 103 bus route between Ratoath, Ashbourne and Dublin are facing growing disruption, with new figures revealing a significant deterioration…
The AgendaMigrant Families Take to the Streets in Protest Over Proposed Citizenship Changes - 03/11/2026
Migrant workers, families and supporters gathered outside Leinster House yesterday to protest against proposed changes to Irish citizenship laws, which…
The AgendaNew push to Tackle Dangerous Junction in Julianstown - 02/11/2026
A new effort is being made to tackle traffic congestion and safety concerns at the Drogheda-Julianstown junction in Duleek, which locals say has become…
The AgendaUS Midterms: Could Trump and the Republicans Be Facing a Political Setback? - 02/11/2026
With the US midterm elections approaching, attention is turning to what the results could mean for Donald Trump and the Republican Party. The elections will be…
The AgendaDrug Gangs Tighten Their Grip on Louth – Is Enough Being Done to Stop Them? - 02/11/2026
Organised drug gangs are continuing to operate across Louth, according to Dundalk TD Ruairí Ó Murchú, who has called for a much stronger response from the…
The AgendaWorld Vegan Day: Exploring the Growing Interest in Veganism - 02/11/2026
World Vegan Day took place yesterday, November 1st, shining a spotlight on veganism and the growing conversation around plant-based diets, animal welfare and…
The AgendaCarlingford Ferry Vessels To Be Moved
The vessels formerly used by the Carlingford Lough ferry service are expected to be moved from Carlingford Harbour, members of Louth County Council have been…
The AgendaMeath Minister Thomas Byrne Welcomes EU Inc Deal and Criticises Sinn Féin Over Triple Lock Debate
Meath East TD and Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence Thomas Byrne has welcomed an agreement on a new EU-wide corporate legal framework, known…
The AgendaProposed 180MW Gas Power Plant Near Drogheda Sparks Local Opposition
A public meeting due to take place in Tullyallen this evening has been postponed until next Thursday. This is in relation to the submission of plans for a…
The AgendaDrogheda Town Centre has 15 Vape Shops on Just Four Streets Amidst Calls for National Clampdown - 28/10/2026
There are now 15 shops selling vapes across just four streets in Drogheda town centre, according to Senator Alison Comyn. She has raised concerns with Louth…
The AgendaWarning in Louth Over Rise in Used Needles Found During ‘Litter Picks’ - 28/10/2026
Warnings have emerged over an increasing number of discarded needles being discovered during litter picks in Dundalk. The issue was highlighted by councillor…
The AgendaLouth TD Warns Garda Pursuit Training Is Moving Too Slowly Amid Scrambler Crisis - 28/10/2026
Louth Sinn Féin TD Joanna Byrne has raised concerns over the slow rollout of pursuit training for Gardaí, warning that officers are not being adequately…
The AgendaMeath-East TD Warns of Risks in Removing Diagnosis Requirement for Special School Places - 28/10/2026
Sinn Féin spokesperson on Education and Youth, Darren O’Rourke, has warned that Government plans to remove diagnosis as a requirement for entry to special…
The AgendaJudgment Expected on Challenge to Drumcree Orange Order Parade Ban - 28/10/2026
A judgment is expected following a legal challenge to the decision to ban the Drumcree Orange Order parade in Portadown. The Parades Commission had granted…
The AgendaGardaí Seize Halloween Bonfire Materials Stockpiled by Teens - 27/10/2026
Meath Gardaí have launched a crackdown on stockpiles of wooden pallets being gathered for Halloween bonfires, with a large collection recently removed in the…
The AgendaAthboy Celtic Facing €150,000 Loss Following Construction Firm Collapse - 27/10/2026
The chairman of Athboy Celtic says he is in “disbelief” at the scale of the financial losses facing sports clubs, schools and charities following the collapse…
The AgendaGarda Road Patrols Increased as Ireland Faces Rise in Road Deaths - 27/10/2026
The number of Gardaí patrolling roads across the country is being increased as road deaths continue to rise. The latest recruitment drive has allowed…
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LMFM'S ROUND TABLE 23/10/26
Scrapping the triple lock: Is Ireland’s neutrality at risk? Consent and grandparents’ hugs: Are we teaching children boundaries or overcomplicating family…
The AgendaPostal Workers Face Rising Dog Attacks as An Post Issues Christmas Delivery Warning
An Post is appealing to dog owners to keep their pets safely under control as postal deliveries increase ahead of Christmas, warning that postal workers are…
The AgendaNina Carberry Welcomes €47.4 Billion Erasmus+ Expansion to Boost Opportunities for Local Students
MEP for Meath and Louth Nina Carberry has welcomed a European Parliament vote backing plans to nearly double the Erasmus+ budget to €47.4 billion between 2028…
The AgendaMeath Senator Raises Concerns Over What Ireland’s Vape Ban Will Actually Change
A proposed ban on fruity-flavoured vapes has progressed to the next stage in the Seanad, as the Government moves towards tighter restrictions on the sale of…
The AgendaAdvert showing grandparents hugging grandchildren is taken down amid criticism
The Dublin Rape Crisis Centre has removed social media videos from its We-Consent campaign following criticism of an advertisement showing a young girl…
The AgendaTriple Lock Vote Passes in Dáil as Sinn Féin Calls for Referendum on Irish Neutrality - 22/10/2026
The Dáil has voted to progress legislation to remove the triple lock governing the deployment of Irish troops overseas, with 79 TDs voting in favour and 71…
The AgendaGym Clothes and Misogyny: Why Are Women Still Being Shamed for What They Wear? - 22/10/2026
Stand-up comedy has long pushed boundaries, but where do we draw the line between a joke and an insult? American comedian Shane Gillis has sparked criticism…
The AgendaTwo-Thirds of Irish Adults Distrust Government Access to Private Messages, Survey Finds - 22/10/2026
New research suggests there is significant public opposition to giving the Government access to private messages on encrypted apps such as WhatsApp and Signal…
The AgendaGhana to Open Embassy in Dublin Next Year to Strengthen Ties with Ireland - 22/10/2026
Ghana is set to open an embassy in Dublin next year, in a move aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between the two countries. Minister of State…
The AgendaArdee Bypass Construction Unlikely to Begin Before 2028 Despite Breakthrough - 22/10/2026
A long-awaited start date for the N52 Ardee bypass remains at least two years away, with Louth County Council confirming that construction is unlikely to begin…
The AgendaMovember Urges Men to Use the Power of Friendship to Improve Men’s Health - 22/10/2026
Movember has launched its 2026 fundraising campaign, “Make a Growmitment”, encouraging men across Ireland to use the power of friendship to support better…
The AgendaTriple Lock Showdown: Pressure Mounts on Fianna Fáil TDs Over Irish Neutrality - 21/10/2026
Opposition parties are putting pressure on Fianna Fáil backbenchers to oppose the Government’s plans to abolish the Triple Lock, with legislation due to be…
The AgendaGrowing Alarm in Kells After Spate of Robberies and Attempted Thefts - 21/10/2026
We’re turning our attention now to concerns around a number of robberies and attempted robberies reported in Kells on Monday night, with cars and wallets among…
The AgendaUisce Éireann Accused of ‘Allowing Too Many Developments’ Amid Louth Water Concerns - 21/10/2026
Uisce Éireann is facing criticism over concerns that new housing developments in north Drogheda have been approved without sufficient water infrastructure to…
The AgendaMatt Carthy Accuses Justice Minister of Failing to Resolve Legal Aid Dispute - 21/10/2026
Chair of the Oireachtas Justice Committee and Sinn Féin TD Matt Carthy has accused Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan of showing little willingness to resolve…
The AgendaNavan Residents Left in Limbo Months After Fire Evacuation - 20/10/2026
Residents of The Steeples apartment complex in Navan are expressing anger and frustration as they remain unable to return home following a fire last July. Some…