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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

ICTU Challenges Employer 'Myths' Around Work Reforms

15 hours ago - 13 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Anti-Driver Or Pure Common Sense? - The Government's Latest Transport Plan

15 hours ago - 12 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Will It Become Too Expensive To Own Cars In Urban Areas?

16 hours ago - 10 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Wireless Accessories For Laptop Or PC

17 hours ago - 10 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Culture Club: Guy Garvey

2 days ago - 34 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Tom Vaughan Lawlor On His New Movie About The Homeless World Cup

2 days ago - 12 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Investment Scams Cost Irish People €2 Million This Year

Consumers in Ireland have been conned out of €2 million this year by investment scams, according to the head of the Garda fraud division. Revenue revealed last week that up to 3,000 taxpayers may have given their bank and personal details to fraudsters offering fictional tax refunds. The COVID-19 pandemic is believed to be partly responsible for the upsurge in scams, as people have more time to respond to unsolicited emails, texts and social media messages. Charlie Weston, personal finance editor of the Irish Independent, joined us to discuss this and why homeowners are now rushing to avail of equity release. Listen to the interview in full by pressing the play button on this page.