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“The hate speech bill was rushed through the Dáil. I certainly didn’t pay sufficient attention to it…but when I read it I was absolutely horrified." Fianna Fáil TD Willie O’Dea wasn't aware what was in the hate speech bill he voted for, and says he now regrets supporting it.

Former Fianna Fáil members say it was "untenable" to deal with the party anymore as it is "completely detached" from "ordinary people" and that "minority" voices are being heard over the needs of ordinary voters. Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/5bikLFxiwqE

"You could theoretically be found guilty of a criminal offence and jailed if you criticise an illegal immigrant - that was Sinn Féin’s contribution to this legislation": Ben Scallan goes over Sinn Féin's proposed amendments to the hate speech bill, with commentary.

Council are "sticking to their guns" says Sean Meehan who was ordered to remove his caravan off his land by Tipperary County Council or face jail.

"I really saw what I would describe as the 'dark side' of my own party members - in particular Micheál Martin." Galway Councillor Noel Thomas speaks to Ben Scallan about his decision to leave Fianna Fáil, claiming that all main parties have become "totally detached."

Medics call on the government to amend abortion policy to ensure ultrasounds are provided to women seeking termination in order to rule out ectopic pregnancy after a woman in Limerick almost died.

"I didn't tweet in the way that you say": Roderic O'Gorman previously shared a document in 8 languages saying Ireland would provide own-door accommodation for asylum seekers. Ben Scallan asks if this was a pull factor that contributed to the subsequent asylum seeker influx.

Defending her hate speech bill, Justice Minister Helen McEntee repeatedly claimed that Ireland currently has no laws prohibiting incitement to violence. Ben Scallan asks if this means it's currently legal in Ireland to call for violence against individuals and groups.

Daughter asks why the government has '100s of millions' to spend on health but 'nothing' for her 85-year-old mum who is suffering with dementia. The HSE said they 'do not comment on individual cases'. Bloomfield and St. James' Hospital didn't respond.

"I don't think [Simon Harris is] an effective Minister. I think he's been a very poor Minister." "[His] management skills...are sadly lacking." "[His] failings in health are many and well-documented." What did Simon Harris' FF/GP colleagues say about him in years prior?

"It's a bit like throwing a big house party, and then crying at the end of the night when your house is destroyed because there's a thousand people after turning up."

Getting information from Government is "like trying to get blood from a stone" say protestors in Newtownmountkennedy, Co. Wicklow where IPAS is planning to put migrant accommodation.

"24/7 vigil" outside proposed migrant centre in Newtownmountkennedy. Locals say the area lacks amenities and does not have a full-time Garda station. Report by Fatima Gunning

Ongoing protests in Newtownmountkennedy, Wicklow as locals say they are 'fearful' over plans to house an unspecified number migrants in their area. Report by Fatima Gunning

Gript's Ben Scallan reports from Leinster House as Leo Varadkar resigns as Taoiseach and Fine Gael leader.

SocDems MEP candidate Sinéad Gibney says that "wise or not," Ireland must assess all new asylum claims regardless of numbers. She also previously called for the "same level of measures" seen during the Covid lockdown to provide refugee accommodation. Question by Ben Scallan.

Irish Public Expenditure Minister Paschal Donohoe says that many world governments are under pressure and facing "dissatisfaction from voters" due to a variety of issues, including housing, climate change and anger about global conflicts. Question by Ben Scallan.

Public Expenditure Minister Paschal Donohoe says that State-funded campaigning NGOs are "always, always worth listening to", even though they "don't always reflect" the views of society at large. Question by Ben Scallan. #gript

“I certainly welcome the introduction of hate speech legislation into Ireland." Social Democrats MEP candidate for Dublin, Sinéad Gibney, says she would “absolutely support” hate speech laws, and all laws like it "at a European level" if elected. Question by Ben Scallan.

Sean Meehan (65) says a judge told him to 'pack a bag' for 4 months in Limerick Prison after Tipperary County Council ordered him to remove his mobile home from his own land.

Gript's Ben Scallan reports from the migrant tent city outside the International Protection Office on Mount Street.

"The National Women's Council is a thundering disgrace and should be disbanded" - Sarah Ryan wasn't holding back in her post-referendum analysis of "a women's organisation that doesn't represent women". PODCAST: https://gript.ie/podcasts/youre-not-alone/ Available on Spotify & iTunes

"I think the National Women's Council, Ciara, has fundamental questions to ask itself this morning" - Gript Editor John McGuirk gave his reaction to Saturday's results on Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

A dejected Roderic O'Gorman has said he is "extremely disappointed" by the result of #Referendum2024.