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• It is National Fostering Awareness Month 03.06.2026 6min

  Today marks the launch of National Fostering Awareness month, and research by Tusla shows that many are not aware that they might actually be eligible to be a foster carer. Speaking to Anton about her experience as a foster carer was Noeleen O’Reilly. Also Anton spoke to Jacqueline Smyth, Tusla National Lead for Foster Care.
• The new gender pay reporting portal explained 03.06.2026 6min

  Minister for Children, Disability and Equality Norma Foley is bringing a memo to cabinet to make it mandatory for employers to use the new gender pay reporting portal.Jennifer Keane, founder of paygap.ie discussed further with Anton.
• Analysis of new stage scrappage scheme 03.06.2026 3min

  People with petrol and diesel cars that are more than 13 years old are to be eligible for grants of €8,500 to purchase a new electric vehicle under a State scrappage scheme.  Independent Motoring Expert with Car Zone Conor Faughnan brought us the details.
• Nutritionist advice most important meal of the day 03.06.2026 2min

  84% of people say a healthy, balanced breakfast is important to them, according to new research from the National Dairy Council. Only 41% focus on convenience above everything else. We get the advice on the most important meal of the day with Sarah Keogh, Registered Dietician with eatwell.ie. 
• The latest on Jeffrey Donaldson’s trial in Newry 03.06.2026 4min

  A woman who accused Jeffrey Donaldson of raping her as a child has said it will be “seared into my brain for the rest of my life”, Newry Crown Court has heard. Our Reporter Emily Keegan brought us an update from the court in Newry.
• Wexford County Council calls for constitutional right to housing 03.06.2026 7min

  Wexford County Council has passed a motion calling for a referendum on a constitutional right to housing. The council will right to Wexford’s TD and Senators to also seek their support. Anton discusses this further with Tom Forde, Sinn Féin Councillor for Wexford County Council and also Tom Phillips, Managing Director of Tom Phillips and Associates. 
• Many health insurance premiums charging more but covering less! 03.06.2026 6min

  Last year there was a reduced level of cover overall across many health insurance plans, despite average premiums increasing by almost 11%. That’s according to the new Annual Market Report for 2025 from The Health Insurance Authority, whose CEO Brian explained the findings to Anton this morning.
• Did You See? 03.06.2026 7min

  We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Alex White Senior Council.
• UK government considering a national airline blacklist 03.06.2026 3min

  The UK government is considering a national airline blacklist that would ban passengers involved in serious incidents, such as drunkenness, abuse of crew, or violence, from flying with any airline, not just one carrier.  Anton discusses this idea further with Kevin Byrne, Retired Lieutenant Colonel and Airport and Safety Auditor. 
• Facebook whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams sits in silence at book discussion 03.06.2026 3min

  Facebook whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams  sat in silence and did not speak at a panel discussion about her tell all book about the social media giant because of ongoing legal action by her former bosses at Meta. Jessica Kelly Newstalk's Technology Correspondent brought us the details.
• The impact of Irelands migration policies on the economy 03.06.2026 5min

  Ireland’s economic performance is being put at risk by increasingly restrictive migration policies, the Immigrant Council of Ireland will warn at a conference in Dublin today. Speaking to Anton ahead of the conference was Susanne Rogers, Research and Policy Analyst at Social Justice Ireland.
• Leaving Cert 2026: Advice on English paper 1 03.06.2026 5min

  It’s a nervous morning in thousands of households across the country as the Leaving Cert gets under way.   First up is English paper 1 and to get some advice Anton was joined by Conor Murphy English teacher in Skibbereen Community School.
• Theatre etiquette when attending a performance 02.06.2026 5min

  Rosamund Pike called out an audience member for texting during an emotional moment from her performance in West End play Inter Alia on Saturday. So what is the correct theatre etiquette when attending a performance.Anton asks Brian Merriman, Founder of International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival. 
• The latest from Newry Crown Court 02.06.2026 3min

  A woman who has accused Jeffrey Donaldson of sexually abusing her as a child has claimed his wife, Eleanor Donaldson, “did nothing” about an abuse allegation, Newry Crown Court has heard. We get the latest on the trial with Alison Morris, Crime Correspondent with the Belfast Telegraph. 
• TD Malcolm Byrne arrested for suspected drink driving 02.06.2026 4min

  Fianna Fáil TD Malcolm Byrne has confirmed he was arrested on suspicion of drink driving last week while travelling to Dublin Airport in the early morning.   For the latest on this Anton was joined by Sean Defoe, Newstalk Political Correspondent. 
• What is in the new Mandelson files? 02.06.2026 7min

  Speaking to Anton this morning was James Lyons, Former Director of Strategic Communications for Keir Starmer. As new Mandelson files released.
• The latest on the war in the Middle East 02.06.2026 7min

  US President Donald Trump has said that “talks are continuing, at a rapid pace, with the Islamic Republic of Iran”. This is despite earlier reports that Tehran had suspended message exchanges with Washington over Israel’s continued attacks in Lebanon. Speaking to Anton with more on this was Paul Rogers, Emeritus Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University. 
• Gardaí are investigating fatal assault in Dublin City centre 02.06.2026 4min

  Gardaí are investigating a fatal assault that took place in the streets around Grafton Street in Dublin’s city centre in the early hours of Monday. We get reaction from Dermot Lacey, Chair of local community safety partnerships, Labour Councillor for Dublin Bay South.
• Renewed calls to keep nightclubs open until 4.30am 02.06.2026 6min

  3 in 4 people would support new licences to let nightclubs remain open until 4.30am. That’s according to new research from the Licenced Vintners’ Association, who are calling for the Government to push ahead with the Sale of Alcohol Bill. Speaking to Anton for more on this was Donal O'Keefe, Chief Executive of the Licensed Vintners Association. 
• Did You See? 02.06.2026 6min

  We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was David McRedmond, CEO of An Post.