David McCann

David McCann, a political commentator on Northern Ireland's current landscape, and Sarah Creighton, an expert in political polling, dive into the shifting dynamics of local politics. They analyze Sinn Féin's climb and the Ulster Unionist Party's challenges following a leadership crisis. Conversations reveal the stark divisions on immigration among unionists and nationalists, alongside funding debates for the Casement Park project, underscoring deep-rooted communal tensions and the pressing need for political adaptation.

Political analyst David McCann, broadcaster Enda McClafferty, and correspondent David Young join to discuss the intricacies of upcoming elections in Fermanagh South Tyrone, West Tyrone, and Mid Ulster. They explore boundary changes, party strategies, voter dynamics, and controversies surrounding the campaigns, offering insights into the competitive political landscape of these constituencies.

Political analyst David McCann, commentator Brendan Hughes, and journalist Suzanne Breen discuss the upcoming Belfast elections. They analyze key players, humor in the election race, challenges for the Green Party, and potential outcomes in East, North, South, and West Belfast constituencies.

Mark Carruthers is joined by David McCann, Jayne McCormack, and Stephen Walker to discuss the upcoming election dynamics in North, South, and East Antrim constituencies. They analyze the race between Ulster Unionists and the DUP, the wildcard independent candidate Mel Lucas, voter preferences, and party strategies. The podcast explores the impact of candidates like Paul Gervin and John Blair, party branding choices, low voter turnout, and the implications of a July election on voter registration and coverage planning.

Political analyst David McCann, journalist Suzanne Breen, and political commentator Gareth Gordon join to dissect the upcoming elections in Lagan Valley, Upper Bann, and Newry & Armagh. They discuss constituency profiles, key candidates, strategic approaches, and potential election outcomes, highlighting the alliances, ironies, and uncertainties in the political landscape of Northern Ireland.