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EPISODE · Apr 15, 2026 · 29 MIN

Media Minister switches to reverse gear and why is holding the EU Presidency a big deal?

from Behind the Story · host RTÉ News

Fran and Paul discuss Minister Patrick O'Donovan's change of heart in relation to a request for Coimisiún na Meán to review coverage of the fuel protests. And, Ireland will take over the EU Presidency on July 1st for six months. 278 meetings will be held in the country which will present a significant security and logistics challenge. So what's involved? Europe Editor, Tony Connelly explains the ins and outs of the events, how government is preparing and the challenges of a possible visit from President Trump in September. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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