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The Agenda
LMFM presents The Agenda - Your Current Affairs Podcast with presenter Adrian Kennedy
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The AgendaHSE Has No Immediate Plans to Increase the Car Parking Capacity for Lourdes Hospital C- 20/10/2026
The HSE says it has no immediate plans to increase car parking capacity at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda, particularly near the main entrance…
The AgendaGovernment Considers Crackdown on Vape Shops in Town Centres - 20/10/2026
The Government is considering a further clampdown on vape shops, with proposals that could give local councillors greater powers to prevent them from opening…
The AgendaNew Drogheda Road Opens in Bid to Ease Traffic and Improve Safety - 20/10/2026
The new Boyne Link Road in Drogheda has officially opened, with the project expected to improve traffic flow, road safety and access to local businesses and…
The AgendaProblem Gambling Treatment Cases More Than Double in Four Years - 21/10/2026
Problem gambling cases in Ireland have more than doubled in four years, according to new HSE figures, with 352 people accessing publicly funded treatment in…
The AgendaTrim Man Who Survived Sudden Cardiac Arrest Urges Public to Learn CPR - 19/10/2026
A Co Meath man who survived a sudden cardiac arrest with no warning is urging people to learn CPR, after sharing dramatic CCTV footage of the moment his life…
The AgendaLouth TD Welcomes Council Commitment to North Drogheda Train Station Feasibility Study - 19/10/2026
Labour TD for Louth, Ged Nash, has welcomed Louth County Council’s commitment to carry out a feasibility study into the proposed North Drogheda Train Station…
The AgendaAddiction Specialist Warns Families Are Being Forced to Flee Over Drug Debt Intimidation - 19/10/2026
An addiction specialist has warned that families are being forced to flee their homes and, in some cases, the country due to intimidation from drug dealers…
The AgendaReport Shows Rise in Violence Towards Women Working in Prostitution - 19/10/2026
The level of violence against women working in prostitution in Ireland is on the rise, according to a new report from support organisation Ruhama. The…
The AgendaDrogheda Resident Raises Concerns Over Repeated Dumping and Fires at Barrack Lane - 16/10/2026
We were joined on The Agenda this morning by Drogheda resident Maureen Morgan, who got in touch about ongoing illegal dumping at Barrack Lane in Waterunder…
The AgendaOver 100 Professionals Unite in Meath to Strengthen Response to Domestic Abuse - 16/10/2026
More than 100 professionals from across County Meath have come together for the county’s first interagency conference aimed at strengthening the response to…
The AgendaDublin Airport Passenger Cap: EU Ruling Sparks Debate Over Airline Slots and Residents’ Rights - 16/10/2026
The European Court of Justice has ruled that the 32 million passenger cap at Dublin Airport can be considered when allocating airline slots, potentially…
The AgendaCan Ireland Switch Off? Families Urged to Ditch Their Devices for 24 Hours - 16/10/2026
New figures from online safety charity CyberSafeKids show that more than a third of primary school children and two-thirds of secondary school children have no…
The AgendaMusk says US government responsible after Ukrainian military access to Starlink satellites cut
SpaceX chief Elon Musk says any restrictions affecting Ukraine’s use of the Starshield satellite communications system are the responsibility of the US…
The AgendaBacklash against Louth campervan park grows as sports clubs and residents make feelings known - 15/10/26
Plans to develop a campervan park at Dundalk’s Navvy Bank are facing growing opposition, with 109 submissions made to Louth County Council objecting to the…
The AgendaDrogheda North Train Station Proposal Under Review as Minister Signals Support - 15/10/2026
The possibility of a new train station on the north side of Drogheda has received a boost, with the Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien, indicating that he…
The AgendaWidespread Disruption Unfolds as Public Sector Strike Gets Underway - 14/10/2026
More than 300,000 public sector workers took part in a 24-hour strike over delays in reaching a new pay agreement, causing widespread disruption to schools…
The AgendaCitizenship Applications Soar as Government Tightens the Rules - 14/10/2026
The number of people applying for Irish citizenship has surged by 236 per cent, following the Government’s announcement of plans to tighten the application…
The AgendaSinn Féin Condemns Death Threats Against Garvaghy Road Councillor - 13/10/2026
Sinn Féin has condemned threats made against a councillor representing the Garvaghy Road in Portadown. Paul Duffy’s name, along with a crosshair symbol, was…
The AgendaDrogheda’s Anti-Social Behaviour Challenge as Halloween Approaches - 13/10/2026
Yesterday on the show, as part of our Local Challenge, we looked at youth facilities across the North East, asking whether young people have enough places to…
The AgendaAontú Threatens No-Confidence Motion in Helen McEntee Over Garda Whistleblower Scandal - 13/10/2026
Aontú has threatened to table a motion of no confidence in Foreign Affairs Minister Helen McEntee unless she comes before the Dáil to answer questions about…
The AgendaHuman Rights Lawyer Urges Social Media Limits on Viewing Mass Killer’s Execution - 12/10/2026
A human rights lawyer is calling on social media companies to restrict access to the planned livestream of the execution of an American mass shooter, warning…
The AgendaBacklash in Navan Over Town Centre Parking Charge Increase - 12/10/2026
There’s been growing frustration among residents in Navan following the announcement of an increase in parking charges at Navan Town Centre. From Monday…
The AgendaLouth Storm Hub Locations Must be Publicised Says Councillor - 12/10/2026
Households across Louth are being encouraged to prepare for severe weather, with government-issued emergency advice leaflets recently delivered to homes. But…
The AgendaIreland and the EU’s €1.76 Trillion Budget: What’s at Stake? - 12/10/2026
The European Commission has proposed a €1.76 trillion budget for the EU for the seven-year period from 2028 to 2034, but difficult negotiations lie ahead over…
The AgendaKeeping Their Memory Alive: Andrew McGinley’s Book Inspired by His Three Children - 12/10/2026
A homemade comic, created by two young brothers, Conor and Darragh, and influenced by their little sister Carla, has now inspired a children’s book. The…
The AgendaLouth TD Calls on Politicians to Refuse to Cross Picket Lines at Leinster House Next Week - 09/10/2026
Public service workers across the country are set to strike next Wednesday, with disruption expected across hospitals, schools and Government services as part…
The AgendaGarvaghy Road Protests: DUP Calls for Action as Sinn Féin Figures Face PSNI Interviews - 09/10/2026
A DUP MLA has claimed there is a “clear precedent” for criminal proceedings over protests on the Garvaghy Road, as the PSNI investigation moves to its next…
The AgendaAontu Leader Urges Government to Meet Garvaghy Road Residents Amid Rising Tensions - 09/10/2026
Aontú leader Peadar Tóibín has criticised the Taoiseach, Tánaiste and Foreign Affairs Minister Helen McEntee for not meeting with residents of the Garvaghy…
The AgendaDundalk Man Shares His Mental Health Journey Ahead of World Mental Health Day - 09/10/2026
World Mental Health Day takes place this Saturday, with this year’s theme focusing on lived experiences being heard and the importance of real voices driving…
The AgendaState Spend on Refugee and Asylum Accommodation to Decline by €682m Next Year - 09/10/2026
The Department of Justice is projecting savings of €682 million next year, largely due to changes in accommodation for Ukrainian refugees and international…
The AgendaMeath Families Highlight Housing Crisis in European Parliament - 08/10/2026
The housing crisis is being brought directly to the European Parliament, with Midlands-North-West MEP Ciaran Mullooly highlighting the experiences of families…
The Agenda“Unmanageable Burden”: Principals Call for Change to Free Schoolbooks Scheme - 08/10/2026
School principals are warning that the free schoolbooks scheme is creating an “unmanageable administrative burden”, despite strong support for the scheme…
The Agenda€660,000 in Recurring Funding for New Mental Health Crisis Services in Louth - 08/10/2026
€660,000 in recurring annual funding has been announced for new mental health crisis services in Louth. The funding will provide four crisis nurses at Our Lady…
The AgendaLocals Shocked After Terrifying Incident at Muirhevnamor in Dundalk - 07/10/2026
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following an attempted robbery that occurred at Muirhevnamor, Dundalk, Co Louth, at approximately 8:30pm on Tuesday 6th…
The AgendaMinister McEntee on Budget 2027: The Key Measures and What They Mean - 07/10/2026
Budget 2027 has been criticised for falling short of the kind of major measures and giveaways seen in previous years, despite increases in overall Government…
The AgendaLouth TD Ged Nash Launches Scathing Attack on Budget 2027 - 07/10/2026
Labour’s Finance spokesperson & Louth TD Ged Nash has delivered a scathing response to the Government’s Budget, accusing Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil of failing…
The AgendaNew Local Lens Episode Focuses on Working Together to Address Domestic Abuse in Meath - 07/10/2026
A new episode of Local Lens is focusing on the work being done across Meath to tackle domestic, sexual and gender-based violence. The episode looks at the work…
The AgendaSwipe Right or Run a Mile? The Good, Bad and Ugly of Dating Apps - 06/10/2026
Dating apps have transformed the way people meet, making it easier than ever to connect with potential partners from the comfort of your phone. For many, they…
The Agenda“Every Week Is a Struggle”: Meath Mum on Cost of Raising a Child With Disabilities - 06/10/2026
As families across the country await Tuesday’s Budget, childcare costs are expected to be high on the agenda, with further measures being considered to reduce…
The AgendaLouth TD Calls for Better Bus Links Between Ardee and Dunleer - 06/10/2026
Public transport links across County Louth are being raised in the Dáil, with concerns that some towns and villages remain poorly connected by bus. Louth…
The Agenda€1.22bn in Welfare Overpayments: Meath-West TD Questions Where the Money Went - 06/10/2026
The Government is being accused of “incinerating” taxpayers’ money, after new figures from the Department of Social Protection show that €1.22 billion worth of…
The AgendaWarning Over Online Groups Targeting Young People With Violence and Extremism - 06/10/2026
Young people are increasingly being targeted online by groups promoting violence and extremism. That’s the warning as Meta hosts a child safety summit in…
The AgendaTensions Rise as PSNI Prepare for Garvaghy Road Rallies - 05/10/2026
Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald says she and her party will co-operate with the PSNI over any potential investigation into the Garvaghy Road protest. Police…
The AgendaLouth TD Nash Slams Government Over Minimum Wage Plans - 05/10/2026
Labour TD Ged Nash, who established the Low Pay Commission in 2015, is accusing the Government of “shameful posturing” over the National Minimum Wage. It…
The AgendaCall for Pets to Be Banned From Public Transport During Rush Hour - 05/10/2026
Rail Users Ireland is calling for pets to be banned from public transport during rush hour and other periods of high demand. It comes after the NTA proposed…
The AgendaCalls for E-Scooter Registration as New Age Ban Begins - 05/10/2026
Children and teenagers under the age of 18 are now banned from using e-scooters in public places, as new restrictions aimed at improving safety and reducing…
The AgendaJulianstown Residents Seek Relief from Heavy Traffic - 01/10/2026
Residents in Julianstown have formed a new association to campaign for progress on the R132 Traffic Relief Scheme, amid concerns over the growing volume of…
The AgendaCalls for Tougher Enforcement of Dog Fouling Laws as Vision Ireland Launches Campaign - 01/10/2026
There are calls for much tougher enforcement of dog fouling laws, with the fine for failing to clean up after your pet in a public place recently increased to…
The AgendaBudget 2027: The Political Battle to Frame What is Announced - 01/10/2026
With Budget 2027 now less than a week away, the political parties are already preparing how they will frame what’s announced — and what it will mean for…
The AgendaMeath East TD Calls for Windfall Tax on Energy Companies - 01/10/2026
Sinn Féin TD for Meath East Darren O’Rourke is calling on the Government to introduce a windfall tax on the excess profits of energy companies, with the…
The AgendaSinn Féin Meet Taoiseach and Tánaiste to Urge Intervention on Garvaghy Road - 30/09/2026
The political standoff over the Drumcree parade in Northern Ireland is continuing, with a second round of talks failing to produce a breakthrough. Northern…
The AgendaWhy Reddit Might Be One of the Internet’s Nicer Corners - 30/09/2026
If you’ve ever had a very specific question or problem and thought, “Surely someone on Reddit has been through this before,” you’re probably not alone. From…
The AgendaLouth TD Demands Better Support for Women Living with PMOS - 30/09/2026
A new call is being made for earlier diagnosis and better access to care for the thousands of women in Ireland living with Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian…
The AgendaTensions Return to Garvaghy Road as Orange Order Parade Blocked - 29/09/2026
There has been a tense weekend in Portadown, following a decision to allow an Orange Order parade along the Garvaghy Road for the first time in 28 years. The…
The AgendaLouth TD Steps Up Campaign for New Drogheda Railway Station - 29/09/2026
A new demand has been made on the Government to look at providing a new train station on the north side of Drogheda, as well as developing a station in…
The AgendaCalls for Greater Transparency on Nationalities in Louth Social Housing Allocations - 29/09/2026
Fresh calls are being made for Louth County Council to provide greater detail on social housing allocations, including a breakdown of the nationalities of…
The AgendaTensions at Garvaghy Road: Louth TD Attends Controversial Protest - 28/09/2026
Protesters who blockaded the Garvaghy Road in Portadown over a contentious Orange Order parade have mostly dispersed, after a community leader told the crowd…
The AgendaLouth TD Turns Up the Heat on Government Over Soaring Energy Bills - 28/09/2026
With energy prices rising and the Budget just weeks away, there are growing calls on Government to set out exactly how it plans to help households facing…
The Agenda‘Dark Day’ for FAI: Louth TD Puts Leadership Under Pressure Over Israel Fixture - 28/09/2026
The Football Association of Ireland is facing growing political pressure following the decision by the Ireland men’s team to proceed with the Nations League…
The AgendaMeath Commuters Complain Over Lack of Services on Essential Navan to Dublin Bus Route - 28/09/2026
There are growing frustrations among Meath commuters over the reliability of the Bus Éireann NX service between Navan and Dublin. Commuters are reporting full…