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The Last Word with Matt Cooper

On Ireland's most cutting edge current affairs show, Matt and his guests provide a running stream of intelligent opinions and heated debates on the issues that matter most to Irish listeners. You might not always agree, but you'll never want to miss a Word.

Latest episodes

Last Word On Music Special: 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' Turns 30

a day ago - 11 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

The Week Trending: FAI's Map Gaff, 'Say Nothing' Faces Legal Action & Greg Wallace Scandal &

2 days ago - 22 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Children in co-ed schools have more friends - study

2 days ago - 8 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

What Does The General Election Result Mean For Ireland's Climate Action?

2 days ago - 15 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

The Last Word's Tech Gift Guide - Kitchen And Beauty

2 days ago - 16 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Judge Orders McGregor To Pay Nikita Hand's Legal Costs

3 days ago - 13 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Has Budget 2020 Gone Far Enough In Tackling The Climate Emergency?

Following yesterday's announcement of Budget 2020, Minister for Communications, Climate Action & Environment Richard Bruton praised Paschal Donohoe for "implementing our climate action policy front and centre". However, there are some who feel the measures announced to tackle the climate emergency don't go far enough, especially when compared with the Brexit contingency fund of €1.2 billion. Richard Bruton joined us on The Last Word to discuss the issue. Listen to the interview in full by pressing the play button on this page.