Morning Focus with a debate between GE16ce candidates Michael McDonagh, FF, and Noeleen Moran, SF, on policies on crime and justice.
Sinn Féin has committed to the abolition of the Special Criminal Court in its general election manifesto, while Fianna Fail has pledged to retain it and to set up a serious and organised crime unit.
In the thick of the General Election campaign, Taoiseach Enda Kenny visited Loop Head and spoke to Gavin about the government's record of job creation and delivery to Clare.
The Taoiseach acknowledged how the economic recovery has yet to spread to many homes, but as he stood close to the Atlantic's edge he said his priority in the next government, if successful on Friday, would be to rectify this.
After last Friday's show (when we heard from Lourda Bermingham in Labasheeda) Sinead got in touch about the condition of a local road in Cree. She says it's used by up to 15 houses and has been reported three times to the council – to no avail. She says there was an accident again on Thursday last (Feb. 18). Sinead says there are large potholes on the bend of the road and people are trying to avoid them and crossing to the wrong side of the road, causing collisions.
Clare FM's Ronan Moyles met the three mention in contention for presidency of the IFA – Flor McCarthy, Henry Burns and Joe Healy.
Having a disability isn't always an obvious thing. It doesn't always require using a wheelchair or a white stick. Thousands of people struggle with so-called 'hidden disabilities' which create added hurdles for them in education, in the workplace and in the community.
Killaloe-based Kerry Blake is one of those who struggles daily with a disability that has few obvious signs, yet means he has challenges to handle that many people are unaware of. Kerry, who was fit and healty and coached rugby, was diagnosed with a brain hemorrhage in 2013 after he collapsed at work. Despite intensive rehabilitation, his short-term memory still isn't what it was and the damage meant having to give up his job in tech support.
Kerry told Gavin he is a firm believer in being open about having a hidden condition and says the I See Beyond campaign highlights that disability can happen to anyone. More information about the campaign is available at www.iseebeyond.ie.
While women are setting up businesses in greater numbers than ever before, they still lag behind men in the percentage involved in early stage and growth businesses. The Women in Business Network is an initiative of Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) to support women who are starting business or are already up and running. They provide easy access to a supportive network and expert speakers to maximise their success potential.
Clare's Local Enterprise Office (LEO) is inviting women in business to a networking event in Ennis tomorrow (Tue., Feb. 23) night on the topic of 'Developing a Business Strategy for Growth'.
Gavin was joined by Aine Gleeson, MD of WowWee.ie (Westgate Business Park, Ennis) and by Padraic McElwee
Sr Geraldine Lennon joined Gavin to talk about a retreat being held by the FCJ order in Spanish Point (Fri. Feb. 26 – Sun. Feb. 28). The event, involving prayer and reflection, is an opportunity to take time out from everyday life for quiet prayer and reflection.
Allen Flynn director of 'The Loves of Cass Maguire' joined Gavin in studio to talk about Ennis Players' latest production.
John Finn and Rita Brady performed an extract from the late Brian Friel's hugely popular play.
