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05:56

FG seeks minimum criminal sentence for tool theft

A Fine Gael Senator is seeking a mandatory minimum sentence for tool theft, saying he has “broad support” across Government for the proposal. Asked by Gript if he would back a minimum sentence for sex crimes, he said he didn’t have the “expertise” to say. ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of […]

February 25, 2026

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02:21

Finance Minister says €13bn from Apple was a “challenge”

Just 4 months ago, 33-year-old Jack Chambers (a medicine graduate) was appointed Finance Minister of Ireland. Ben Scallan asks what it was like to head right into #Budget2025 having just taken up the job. Chambers replied that the €13bn in Apple money was a “challenge”.

October 1, 2024

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Fine Gael discuss migration at manifesto launch

“We have an open mind about that” – Taoiseach Simon Harris says Fine Gael might consider offshore processing of migrants in a European context, and says his party no longer wishes to use hotels to accommodate asylum seekers:

November 17, 2024

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05:33

Fiscal watchdog slams Irish state spending

Finance Minister responds to criticism from the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council that the Government was set to spend an ‘inappropriate’ amount of money at the upcoming Budget. ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means we reject the lavish government or EU funding others enjoy. We need your support […]

September 9, 2025

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10:58

Fisherman Patrick Murphy: Brexit and the EU is crushing Irish fishing; fishing families obliterated

Patrick Murphy, CEO of the Irish South and West Fish Producers, says that Ireland’s fish are being given away for the benefit of Europe. #gript Donate today to Gript! https://gript.ie/donate-to-gript/ See more at https://gript.ie Follow our socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GriptMedia Twitter: https://twitter.com/griptmedia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/griptmedia/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/griptmedia Our Podcasts: https://gript.ie/podcasts/ #gript

January 28, 2021

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59:03

Five more years baby | PODCAST EP116

John and Sarah review the election, look forward to five more years of Micheál Martin, look at the strength of “vote left transfer left”, and also muse on the Toy Show, Hunter Biden, and the tragic case in New Ross. PODCAST: https://gript.ie/podcasts/five-more-years-baby/ ‎

December 6, 2024

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03:13

FLASHBACK: Michael Healy-Rae on why he joined Government

FLASHBACK: In October 2025, Michael Healy-Rae explained to Gript why he was part of a Government that was hiking carbon tax given his previous criticisms of the tax. He argued that even if he was “dead”, it would remain in place until 2030 with or without him in office: ——————– Gript is proud to be […]

April 14, 2026

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Flooded with nonsense

——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means we reject the lavish government or EU funding others enjoy. We need your support to keep publishing the news and opinion that matters. By subscribing to Gript you’re ensuring we can continue to challenge the consensus.

January 30, 2026

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02:44

Foley evasive on appropriateness of SPHE books

Education Minister Norma Foley refuses to say if she agrees with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar’s claim that, some sex education books in Ireland aren’t age appropriate, or to say whether she’s received much correspondence from parents on the matter. Question by Ben Scallan. #gript

November 30, 2023

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03:25

Foley pressed on government’s “constant” referendum misinformation

Numerous Irish Ministers have suggested that the Irish Constitution says a “woman’s place is in the home” ahead of the referendum – a claim which the Electoral Commission has confirmed is false. Ben Scallan presses Minister Norma Foley about this “constant” misinformation:

February 14, 2024

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02:12

Foley responds to “stalling” accusation on school transport

Fianna Fáil Education Minister Norma Foley responds to criticism from Fine Gael Senator Tim Lombard that she was “stalling” on the School Transport Review. Question by Ben Scallan.

February 27, 2024

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04:19

Foley: Grade inflation ensured “equity” during Covid

Some Irish colleges now offer high-points courses to students on a random basis, partly due to grade inflation. Asked if this was fair, Norma Foley said students who miss out on their dream course can pursue “other avenues”, and that grade inflation ensured “equity” amid Covid.

August 28, 2024

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04:44

Foley: My Department is the “3rd highest spending” in Government

Asked if Ireland’s significant teacher shortage is due to lack of investment, Education Minister Norma Foley says her Department is the “third highest spending” government department, and that “We have never had as many teachers employed in the system as we do currently.”

August 21, 2024

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26:13

From puppy to trusted companion, see what it takes to train a guide dog

Hairy Heroes Gript visited Guide Dogs for the Blind to find out what it takes to train a puppy to become a vital companion for adults and children with special needs. Meet Gordon, Heidi, Ozzy, and Alice. www.guidedogs.ie From puppy to trusted companion, see what it takes to train a guide dog

September 4, 2023

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06:25

Fuel protest brings major routes to standstill nationwide

“We want the carbon tax gone”: Protest convoys have disrupted major roads across Ireland, with industry groups arguing that rising fuel costs are placing unsustainable pressure on drivers and businesses. ——————– Gript is proud to be an independent source of news, but that means we reject the lavish government or EU funding others enjoy. We […]

April 7, 2026

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