The Last Word with Matt Cooper The Week Trending: Troy Parrott Gives Ireland Hope & Ryanair Denies Price Gouging
Nov 21, 2025
Lorcan Nyhan, Head of Training at the Communications Clinic, and Elaine Burke, host of For Tech’s Sake, share insights on political and social issues. They celebrate Troy Parrott's hattrick that sparked joy in Dublin, emphasizing the unifying power of football. Elaine discusses dynamic pricing for the Czechia playoff, while Lorcan advocates for reforms in event pricing. They also delve into the dangers politicians face, highlighting the need for protective measures, and critique the chaotic handling of the UK COVID inquiry, reflecting on leadership failures.
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Remove Home Addresses From Ballots
- Remove candidates' home addresses from ballot papers to reduce harassment risks.
- Use addresses for verification only and keep them off public ballots to improve candidate safety.
Harassment Is Now Routine In Politics
- Political harassment is widespread and growing, driven largely by the online world.
- UCD research found 94% of politicians reported abuse, showing the scale of the problem.
Dublin Celebrations After Parrott Hattrick
- Elaine describes Dublin's celebratory atmosphere after Troy Parrott's hat-trick in Hungary.
- She heard people replaying the goals and chanting 'ole', likening it to Italian 1990 vibes.
