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Irish Times
28-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Times
Why is Ireland so far off its climate targets?
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published its latest projections for the 2030 climate targets and it's bad news for Ireland. The Irish State has the worst emissions per capita in Europe – projections show our greenhouse gas emissions will fall by just 23 per cent by 2030, compared to our original national target of 51 per cent, according to EPA data published on Wednesday. The latest figures indicate none of the State's biggest emitting sectors – transport, agriculture and electricity – will meet their climate commitments. In most sectors, emissions continue to rise or are going down only marginally. The cost of missing these targets is obvious – extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and disruptive. And countries who fail to meet these commitments must pay huge fines. READ MORE What can Ireland do between now and 2030 to reduce emissions? And how much will Ireland pay if it fails to meet these legally-binding targets? Today, on In The News , why is Ireland so far off its climate targets? Irish Times environment and science correspondent Kevin O'Sullivan discusses the implications of Ireland's failure to meet climate targets. Presented by Sorcha Pollak. Produced by John Casey.
Irish Times
21-05-2025
- Irish Times
Richard Satchwell: Murder trial has reached its fourth week - what have we learned so far?
The trial of Richard Satchwell , who has pleaded not guilty to murdering his wife Tina at their home in Youghal, Co Cork in March 2017, has now entered its fourth week. The first three weeks of this high-profile trial featured testimony from gardaí, crime scene managers, the family doctor, a forensic archaeologist and friends regarding the disappearance of Tina Satchwell in 2017 and the discovery of her body six years later . On Tuesday, the Central Criminal Court heard a cause of death for Tina Satchwell , whose skeletal remains were found buried under her Co Cork home in 2023, could not be determined due to the level of decomposition. After more than three weeks of testimonies, what else have we learned from the Richard Satchwell murder trial about the death of his wife in 2017? READ MORE Today, on In The News , courts reporter with Ireland International news agency Alison O'Riordan discusses the Satchwell trial. Presented by Sorcha Pollak . Produced by John Casey.
Irish Times
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Times
Joe Duffy is leaving Liveline, but who will replace him?
From the end of June, the people of Ireland will no longer be able to pick up the phone and talk to Joe. Last week, Joe Duffy announced he was leaving his role as presenter of the RTÉ radio phone-in show after 27 years in the hot seat. The 69-year-old broadcaster, whose contract was due to expire this summer, said he was 'deeply privileged and eternally grateful' to have worked for so long presenting the programme. He also said he hoped Liveline had 'made people feel heard'. [ Joe Duffy to leave Liveline at the end of June after 27 years Opens in new window ] Over nearly three decades, Duffy presided over Ireland's court of public opinion, while his tagline, 'talk to Joe', could be seen as either an invitation or a threat. READ MORE His weekday radio slot gave a platform to issues that were sometimes ignored by the rest of the media. And some of the most unintentionally hilarious, totally unplanned, moments on Irish radio also emerged through the Liveline phone lines. [ Joe Duffy retirement: Liveline host presided over Ireland's court of public opinion Opens in new window ] What legacy does Duffy leave behind and who has the experience, and kudos, to fill his shoes? Today, on In The News, Joe Duffy is leaving but who will replace him? Irish Times radio columnist Mick Heaney discusses the history of Liveline, Duffy's career and the names already in the mix for the much-coveted afternoon slot. Presented by Sorcha Pollak. Produced by John Casey.
