Path to Power Stay-At-Home Taoiseach
Nov 29, 2025
Join political editor John Lee and Business Post editor Danny McConnell as they dissect Irish political dynamics. They explore whether Micheál Martin's foreign travel is jeopardizing his domestic standing. The discussion highlights the complexities of immigration policy, separating asylum and economic migration issues. Critiques arise over efforts to rename Dublin Airport, and they analyze Verona Murphy’s controversial photo opportunity with Sinn Féin. Finally, they delve into the potential impact of Gerry Hutch on the Dublin Central by-election amid rising local disaffection.
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Travel Undermines Leadership Credibility
- Micheál Martin's frequent foreign travel has become a political liability and fuels internal party disdain.
- Delaying damaging reports while travelling is a deliberate survival tactic in Irish politics.
Separate Asylum Rhetoric From Worker Policy
- The government is deliberately tightening asylum rhetoric to deter arrivals and reduce system overloads.
- Danny McConnell warns this must not be conflated with labour migration needs or it will harm the economy.
Recalibrate Permits To Match Labour Needs
- Recalibrate work-permit rules to match sectoral demand while managing housing and integration challenges.
- Use targeted permit lengths and accommodation planning to keep essential sectors functioning.