Danny McConnell

Danny McConnell, Editor of the Business Post, and John Lee, Executive Editor at the Irish Daily Mail, dive into the uncertainty surrounding Micheál Martin's leadership in Fianna Fáil. They discuss the internal party dynamics and the credentials of potential successor Jim O'Callaghan. The conversation also touches on the 'Future 40' report, highlighting failures in infrastructure delivery and a risk-averse attitude post-crash. With tensions rising, the future of the party hangs in the balance as they weigh the implications of leadership change.

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.