Highlights From Newstalk Breakfast

It was announced yesterday evening that Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter Christine McVie has died at the age of 79 after a short illness. Hollywood Journalist, Jeanne Wolf told Ciara what Christine's legacy will be.

“There is no climate justice without gender equality” that’s according to the Former President of Ireland, Mary Robinson. Mary, now chair of the Elders Group of former world leaders and ex-UN climate envoy, has urged governments to do more in the aftermath of COP27. Newstalk Breakfast spoke to Mary this morning.

Teacher unions are accusing the Department of Education of failing to commit to properly tackling staffing shortages in the country’s classrooms. Kieran Christie, ASTI General Secretary, outlined to us just how bad the problem is.

In its most recent research, the central statistics office reported that 458,874 Irish adults aged 18 or over were residing in their parents’ homes. This comes as a result of a range of circumstances, particularly the current cost of living crisis. But is it healthy for the young adult or for the parents? Gill Hines, Education and Parenting Consultant and Author of “Later! A guide to parenting a young adult” joined Shane to discuss.

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has said he is “very concerned” that Dublin Airport may not have enough security staff for the Christmas period - meaning queues, delays and airport chaos may be inevitable this festive season. Shane and Ciara spoke to the Editor of Air and Travel Magazine, Eoghan Corry, and also chatted about Irish Rail Christmas schedules Communications Manager with Iarnrod Eireann, Barry Kenny.

New tipping legislation comes into place today. So what does this mean for Irish culture? and will this be the end of funny tip jar jokes? We’re joined by Irish Examiner Columnist and Author, Clodagh Finn. 

Four years ago, Wexford man Sean Kinsella’s world suddenly turned upside-down. His 13 year-old son Jack took his own life. Sean and his family now hope to promote a strong mental health message for young people and raise much need funds for mental health services Sean spoke to Ciara this morning.

 100% of employees involved in Ireland’s first coordinated trial of a four day work week would like to continue with their reduced work schedule The results of the trial will be presented by University College Dublin’s Dr Orla Kelly at the Dublin Chamber of Commerce later this morning and Orla spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

Yesterday we spoke on the show about the Government’s controversial decision to remove the €500,000 salary caps for some bankers, as well as reinstating bonuses of up to €20,000. Since then, Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe has come out to defend this decision despite a torrent of backlash in the Dail yesterday afternoon and he joined Shane this morning on the show.

We must get to a situation where the pitch is sacrosanct” that’s according to former GAA president Liam O'Neill upon hearing the GAA Central Council will vote on tough new disciplinary measures this weekend. One proposal will see the maximum ban for the most serious offences go from 96 weeks to 240 weeks. Liam O’Neill, former GAA president, spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

On yesterday's show, we spoke to the brother of a young boy – Alejandro, who had been viciously attacked by a dog in Enniscorthy co Wexford. Politicians have since called for a ban on certain breeds of dogs following the horrific attack. Speaking to Shane with more on this was Fianna Fáil Senator, Malcolm Byrne.

The HSE has begun notifying the 133,000 people whose information was illegally accessed during the criminal cyber-attack on the health service last year. Ciara spoke to Joe Ryan National Director of Operational Performance and Integration with the HSE.

Women are more likely to donate than men over the Christmas period according to the charity regulator’s annual survey. Helen Martin, Charities Regulator CEO told Shanemore about the findings.

9 year old, Alejandro Miszan was viciously mauled by a Pitbull in Wexford on Sunday evening. Alejandro is being treated in Crumlin Children’s Hospital for extensive facial and leg injuries. Raul Miszan, Alejandro’s older brother joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

New stats say that cancer survivors in Ireland have increased by 50% in just ten years. That’s according to new stats from the National Cancer Registry. Professor Deirdre Murray is the Director of the National Cancer Registry and joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

Cabinet will discuss relaxing the restrictions on the banker's bonuses this morning. Pay has been capped at 500,000 euros a year at the three bailed-out banks which survived the crash - Bank of Ireland, AIB, and Permanent TSB but this looks like it is all set to change. Brian Carey, Business Editor of the Sunday Times  & People Before Profit TD Paul Murphy discussed with Ciara.

A new study shows that young people in Ireland are concerned about climate change and highly motivated to act. So what is holding them back? Founder and Head of ESRI's Behavioural Research Unit, Pete Lunn spoke to Shane on the show.

A daughter who was custodian of an extremely rare All-Ireland hurling medal, which belonged to her late father, is pleading with thieves to return it after it was taken from her ransacked home last Friday. Siún De Paor, daughter of 1948 Waterford All-Ireland Hurling winner Daithi de Paor, joined us on Newstalk Brekafast.

The ‘East Wall Residents’ group blocked Dublin’s Port Tunnel last night, as part of a protest over the housing of asylum seekers at an old ESB building in the area.   Social Democrats TD for Dublin Central, Gary Gannon joined us on Newstalk Breakfast.

"The Consumer Rights Act is a significant step forward for consumer rights in Ireland” that’s according to The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission. Kevin O’Brien, a Member of the Commission spoke to Shane Coleman this morning.