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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

18 hours ago - 13 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

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

18 hours ago - 12 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

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

19 hours ago - 10 mins

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Wireless Accessories For Laptop Or PC

20 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

Lack Of Staff In Creches Could Mean Crisis For Families Returning To The Office

Experts are estimating that 1% of GDP is required to create state-funded creches and childcare. Critics are saying that the private system has failed and that state childcare could be more flexible. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2021/09/22174917/2209creche.mp3"][/audio] Elaine Dunne Federation of Early Childhood Providers and Dr Sheila Garrity Lecturer Early Childhood Studies, UNESCO Child & Family Research Centre, NUIG joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.