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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

The Last Word On The US: Trump Calls In National Guard To Tackle 'Wave Of Lawlessness' In Washington

3 hours ago - 17 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Former IDF Soldier Says Israel's Actions In Gaza Amount To Genocide

3 hours ago - 13 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Why Can’t The Irish Diaspora Vote In Presidential Elections?

5 hours ago - 14 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Pension Auto-Enrolment: What’s In It For Me?

a day ago - 19 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

The Last Word On Travel: The Maldives

a day ago - 10 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Rise In Number Of People Entering Relationships With AI Chatbots

a day ago - 12 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

IBEC Want Workers To Be Paid 70% Of Salary For Up To 20 Weeks

Employers group IBEC has launched a major new report that details various proposals for the government to effectively address the economic fallout of the COVID-19 crisis. Among the proposals is that workers would be paid at least 70% of their salary for up to 20 weeks if needed. Ian Guider, markets editor of The Business Post, joined us with this story and more of the business news, including: Aer Lingus last night announced 50% temporary pay cuts for staff C&C, owner of Bulmers, provides latest profit warning We were also joined by Conall MacCoille, Chief Economist with Davy. Listen to the interview in full by pressing the play button on this page.