Best The Pensions Regulator Podcasts (2025)

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Ar An Lá Seo - 08-09-2025 1:39

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 8ú lá de mí Mheán Fómhair, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1976 bhí na Gardaí ag fiosrú tine sa halla pobail I gCorcaigh le níos mó ná 50 míle punt de dhamáiste déanta.I 1983 bhí 12 stáisiúin gin ESB chun dúnadh timpeall an tír..I 1983 dúradh gur shiúil Garda nach raibh ar dualgas isteach chuig áit …

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Cathal Crowe On Class Sizes 5:44

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10% of pupils in Clare primary schools are in oversized classes. New figures published by the Department of Education show average class sizes in schools have hit their lowest level in more than 25 years, with the average class size now 22.2 pupils, down from 22.5 in the 2023/2024 school year. The biggest class size in this county is at Gaelschoil …

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Outcome Of Shannon Estuary Search Operation Hailed As "Outstanding Result" 5:17

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Kilrush RNLI is hailing the outcome of a search operation in the Shannon Estuary as an "outstanding result". The West Clare lifeboat station was one of a number of agencies involved in the search yesterday which commenced shortly after 9am when a person was reported "overboard" from the Killimer to Tarbert ferry. After being spotted by the crew of …

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Wordsmith - Episode 1 48:52

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"Wordsmith – Part 1" explores the life and work of one of the greatest literary voices of our time, Edna O’Brien.Produced by Clare FM's Programme Director & Head of Operations, Padraic Flaherty. Email: [email protected] Clare FM

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Weekend Sport Review – September 8th 13:01

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To review the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrisey was joined on Monday’s Morning Focus by Clare FM’s Derrick Lynch and Tommy Guilfoyle.Games reviewed: TUS Clare SHC Quarter-Finals: Ballyea 2-13 Clonlara 0-16 (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg) Kilmaley 1-21 Sixmilebridge 1-8 (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg) Clooney Quin 1-20 Feakle 1-11 (Su…

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Orla Foley On Friends Of CRY Event 8:40

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The sister of Clare rugby legend Anthony Foley will be among the speakers at an upcoming event for families affected by a sudden cardiac death or living with an inherited cardiac condition. The Friends of CRY is taking place in Barberstown Castle Hotel, Straffan, Co Kildare this Saturday (13th September from 9.30am to 3.30pm). The free event is org…

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Arts Slot With County Arts Officer Siobhán Mulcahy 7:12

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On Monday’s Morning Focus, it was time again for our Arts Slot with County Art’s Officer Siobhán Mulcahy.Siobhán provided our listeners with all the details of this week’s live events for entertainment lovers in Banner County.By Clare FM

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Clare FM's Colum McGrath In Kenya With The Ray Of Sunshine Charity - Day 1 16:14

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A Clare charity has been making a huge difference thousands of miles from home. The Ray of Sunshine Foundation has transformed the lives of disadvantaged children in Kenya through schools, rescue centres, and health projects — all powered by Irish volunteers and generosity. This week, our own Colum McGrath is in Africa for the very first time to se…

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Mid-West Simon Community Annual Ball 2025 7:17

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The Mid-West Simon Community’s Annual Fundraising Ball will take on Saturday, the 11th of October. Limerick Strand Hotel will be the venue for the event. For the second year in a row, the Ball will focus on raising funds for the Mid West Simon Social Grocery, a pioneering project designed to combat food poverty in Limerick City.To find out more, Al…

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From Ukraine To Doolin: Doolin Ferry Deck Officer Margarita Urdenko 11:29

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Alan Morrissey was joined on Monday's Morning Focus by Margarita Urdenko. Margarita, who hails from Ukraine, has swapped international tankers for Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, where she now helps passengers sail to the Aran Islands and cruise beneath the Cliffs of Moher as a deck officer with Doolin Ferry. The Odessa native is the only female crew …

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School Secretary And Caretaker Strike Withdrawn After 'Breakthrough In Discussions' 19:16

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Schools across the country will today try and tackle the backlog of work that built up as a result of the strike action by school secretaries and caretakers that lasted for over a week. The striking workers had been picketing schools, demanding access to public sector pensions and other entitlements. The Minister for Education Helen McEntee welcome…

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Council Targeted With Delivering 985 Social Homes A Year Until 2035 4:24

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Clare County Council will aim to deliver 9,850 social homes over the next decade. It follows a review of the National Planning Framework, which has identified the need for 985 new units to be delivered here annually until 2035. As it stands over 2,800 households are on this county's approved social housing list. Clonlara Independent Councillor and …

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Worst Air Quality In Ireland So Far This Year Found In Ennis 6:22

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A new report suggests Ennis has had the worst air quality in the country so far this year. Data from the Environmental Protection Agency shows the daily limit for particulate matter in the air has been breached on seven occasions in the county town this year which is more than anywhere else nationwide. Particulate matter is made up of solid particl…

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Claims Contractors Facing Abuse For Cutting Dangerous Clare Hedges 4:01

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It's claimed Clare's contractors and landowners have been the subject of harassment for cutting dangerous hedgerows outside the official season. It comes as the Department of Nature, Heritage, and Biodiversity has responded to Clare County Council's request for roadside hedges to be exempted from the Wildlife Act. Minister Christoper O'Sullivan's o…

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Atlantic Tales - PJ Murrihy - Episode 218 50:25

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On this week’s Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn visits Shandrum, Mullagh to meet the singing farmer, PJ Murrihy.PJ has worked on the family farm all his life and rears a breed of Japanese cattle for their world famous Wagyu beef.When he’s not farming, PJ is usually performing or writing songs, not just for himself, but also for some of Ireland’s best know…

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Decline In Car Sales In Clare For Second Consecutive Month 1:21

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Car sales in Clare were below 2024 levels for the second month in a row in August.New statistics from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry have revealed that 143 vehicles were sold in the county last month which was down 7% from the 154 sales recorded in the same month in 2023.Electric vehicles appear to be making a comeback in Clare however as …

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Beyond Belief - Sunday 7th September 2025 53:47

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Stephen Fletcher presents the first Beyond Belief after our August break. His special guest is the former RTÉ journalist who talks about growing up in a small Church of Ireland community in Dublin, getting an early taste for radio while still at school, becoming a Pirate radio presenter before coming legitimate by joining the BBCin Ulster then movi…

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Sunday Prayer - Sunday 7th September 2025 14:17

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Fr Gerry leads our Sunday Prater for today Sunday 7th September 2025, the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary TimeBy Clare FM

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Clare Dog Owners Urged To Control Pets During Hedge Cutting Season 5:00

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Dog owners in Clare are being urged to control their pets during hedge cutting season in order to avoid accidents.Heavy good vehicles have been visible on the county's rural roads in recent days with the arrival of hedge cutting season which begins on September 1st and concludes at the end of February.Due to the high likelihood of dogs being startl…

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Planning Permission Granted For Kilfenora Máire Rua Mural 5:56

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A new piece of public artwork is expected to enhance the appeal of a North Clare village for both locals and tourists while celebrating one of the region's most iconic figures.Kilfenora Tidy Towns has secured planning permission to erect a mural of 17th century aristocrat Máire Rua O'Brien on the east-facing wall of the Burren Sonas Steiner Kinderg…

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The Best Bits of The Money Show: Leaders vs managers; hedge funds in portfolios? 51:42

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Ian Mann about supportive leadership, Advaita Naidoo about the difference between leaders and managers, Desiree Markgraaff about her journey in African storytelling through film and television, and Chantal Marx and Francois Olivier about hedge fund allocations in investment portfolios. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by…

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Clare FM Preview TUS Clare SHC Quarter Finals And Relegation Playoffs 36:49

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Clare FM's Derrick Lynch previews the weekends TUS Clare SHC quarter finals and relegation playoffs with Tommy Guilfoyle & Kevin SheehanBy Clare FM

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Froneman’s Cape Town F1 dream & Armani’s timeless influence on global fashion and luxury 37:31

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Neal Froneman, CEO at Sibanye-Stillwater about life after he retires from the mining group and dreams of building grand prix racetrack in Cape Town. In other interviews, David Tlale - Owner and Fashion Designer at David Tlale Designs chats about Giorgio Armani’s impact in the business of fashion and luxury. The Money Show …

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The Ultras - Irish Artist Of The Week 3:29

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The Ultras a new Irish Indie Rock Band.Built around loud guitars, louder drums, and an unshakable urge to swap instruments mid-set the band features Jay O’Donoghue shouting beautifully at the front, Bernard McDonnell hitting drums, playing guitar and backing vocals, not all at once lol, Jack Kelly doing the absolute most on strings or sticks, Luke …

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Government Risks "Wiping Out" All Clare Post Offices Following Shannon And Carrigaholt Departures 3:56

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The Government is said to be at risk of "wiping out" post offices in Clare unless it moves towards a sustainable operating model for the postal service.The contracts for both Shannon and Carrigaholt's post offices have gone to tender following the resignation of their postmasters.In a statement to Clare FM, An Post says it has "two opportunities to…

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Ar An Lá Seo - 05-09-2025 1:40

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 5ú lá de mí Mheán Fómhair, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1986 bhí buachaill aois 14 ar bannaí an oíche roimhe de bharr gur rinne sé mórdhíobháil choirp do chailín aois 7.I 1999 bhí na daoine a raibh ag déanamh an Ardteistiméireacht arís chun pionós a ghearradh orthu faoi mholadh nua.I 1980 tháinig…

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Clare Economist Warns Not To Expect "Giveaway Budget" 3:48

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A Clare Economist is warning we shouldn't expect any "giveaway budget" this year. Ahead of Budget 2026 next month, the Government has already ruled out one off supports such as electricity credits, social welfare and child benefit lump sums.The latest exchequer returns, meanwhile, show while income tax and VAT receipts increased, corporate tax taki…

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Hopes Mybryonics Move To Shannon Will Be Catalyst For Hundreds Of Jobs 1:37

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It's hoped the addition of a new world leading technology firm to Shannon will be the catalyst for hundreds of jobs in the near future. Galway firm Mybryonics has confirmed it's lease of Block R in the Shannon Airport Industrial Estate, which will be used as an advanced manufacturing plant. The company will also be creating 125 jobs at a new manufa…

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Sport Preview - September 5th 8:20

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To preview the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Friday’s Morning Focus by Clare FM’s Derrick Lynch.Games Previewed:TUS Clare SHC Quarter-Finals: Ballyea v Clonlara (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 3pm) Kilmaley v Sixmilebridge (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 5pm) Clooney Quin v Feakle (Sunday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíos…

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Live Music To Feature at Kenny’s Bar Lahinch 11:08

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There’s some great acts lined up to perform at Kenny’s Bar in Lahinch over the coming weeks. Alan Morrissey was joined by our very own Sean Lyons and Eoghan Neff.The two lads will both be performing next Tuesday (9th September). Photo (c) Kenny's BarBy Clare FM

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Concerned Calls For Bus Stop Shelters In Shannon 10:31

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Calls are being made for the installation of bus stops in what is described as a busy part of Shannon. Shannon resident Lynsey Casey Prenderville is among those criticising the perceived lack of bus stops in the town. Lynsey Casey Prenderville, Shannon resident joined Alan Morrissey.By Clare FM

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Carry-On Baggage Allowances For Ireland's Major Airlines Updated 9:27

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Ryanair has expanded its underseat bag allowance by 5cm for travellers this summer. Starting Thursday, September 4, the new maximum size will be 40 x 30 x 20cm, compared to the previous 40 x 20 x 25cm. The update follows an EU ruling that requires airlines to provide a minimum free luggage allowance of 40 x 30 x 15cm. In response, Ryanair has incre…

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Clare Outdoor Club Celebrates 40 Years 7:48

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Clare Outdoor Club is celebrating its 40th Anniversary this year. The Club, founded in 1985, now has over 100 members who hike across Clare, Tipperary, Connemara and Kerry, as well as taking part in cycling, climbing, kayaking and overseas trips. To mark the anniversary, members will come together for a special hike and BBQ on September 6th. New me…

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Celebrating St Joseph's, Tulla Diamond Jubilee 6:01

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St. Joseph’s Secondary School in Tulla is preparing to celebrate a very significant milestone. On this day week (Friday, 12th September), the school will mark its 75th anniversary. To fill us in on the school’s history, and just how its 75th will be marked, Alan Morrissey was joined by Juliet Coman, Principal of St Joseph's in Tulla.…

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Potential Post Office Closures 18:39

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There’s big news from two of County Clare’s post offices. The contracts for the local post offices in both Shannon and Carrigaholt are up for tender. This situation has arisen, due to the resignation of the current Postmasters. This will be concerning for locals in both Shannon and Carrigaholt, particularly those who rely on the post and financial …

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Why the Letters of Authority process needs to change 25:01

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This week news editor Amy Austin speaks to Justine Pattullo, chair of Flag and representative of Pension Lab and Nick Green, strategy and proposition director at Criterion, about Letters of Authorities and what can be done to improve this process. They looked at why the process is fraught with problems and why everyone will need to work together to…

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Hopes Senior Minister's Visit To UHL Will Bring Favourable Outcomes 2:57

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It's hoped the Public Expenditure Minister's visit to the MidWest Region's main hospital will bring positive change for service users. Jack Chambers visited University Hospital Limerick yesterday and met with HSE Mid-West Regional Clinical Director, Dr Catherine Peters, in a week where the facility has averaged 117 patients on trolleys every day so…

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Clare Artist Calls For Extension Of Basic Income Scheme And Claims Sector "At A Crossroads" 10:06

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A Clare artist claims her sector is "at a crossroads" and is calling for an extension of the Basic Income for the Arts scheme. The Department of Culture, Communications and Sport has published a report based on two years of data which reveals the experience of the 2,000 recipients of the pilot scheme launched in 2022. Among the findings are that re…

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Sanlam’s Business Grows 7%; Should Hedge Funds Be a Core Part of Investment Portfolios? 1:21:33

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Abigail Mukhuba, CFO at Sanlam, about the group’s interim results, with the insurer reporting a strong operational performance at the halfway mark, driven by a 7% rise in new business volumes and a 14% increase in net result from financial services to R8.076bn, supported by robust contributions from general insurance, life…

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Beat the energy price hike, flight delay compo, and the £1 train! 1:03:26

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Martin has everything you need to know to keep your bills down ahead of the energy price cap going up in October. Also in the podcast: what to do if you’ve had a flight delayed in the past six years, you tell us the best quid you’ve spent in the last five years, and Mastermind was all about Capital Gains Tax – have you heard of the ‘Bed & Breakfast…

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Clare Disability Activist Dismisses New Strategy As "Glossy Document" And "Distraction" 10:25

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A Clare disability rights activist had dismissed a new Government strategy for providing better accessibility for disabled people as a "glossy document" and a "distraction".The National Human Rights Strategy for Disabled People, which is a five-year strategy providing a policy framework for the Government's approach to disability issues, has offici…

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Ar An Lá Seo - 04-09-2025 1:35

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 4ú lá de mí Mheán Fómhair, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1971 ghortaíodh dhá dhuine agus trí Gharda nuair a tharla pléasc I mBéal Feirste.I 1980 tháinig sé amach go mbeadh na líne fón idir Baile Átha Cliath agus an chuid eile den tír níos fearr tar éis an Nollaig.I 1980 leag páiste a chuaigh chuig…

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Energy Regulator Warns Of Historic Arrears As Prices Rise & Credits End 6:51

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Energy regulator warns of ‘historic’ arrears as electricity credits end and prices climb Thousands more households could fall into arrears on their energy bills this winter, even as the numbers are already “trending at historically high levels”, the energy regulator has warned. The situation is exacerbated by the fact government electricity credits…

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Women In Business Panel 33:23

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Clare Women in Business, explores the challenges and successes experienced by women in business and leadership roles.We hope that our conversation with our guests will see them share personal stories, insights, and strategies that can inspire listeners to pursue their goals without being limited by gender.For more on this, on Thursday’s Morning Foc…

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Taste Of The Week: Classic Full Irish & Traditional Curry 7:27

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On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Danny Lynch, chef at Le Chéile, Barefield.This week, Danny shared a delicious recipe for a Classic Full Irish & Traditional CurryBy Clare FM

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Clare Stages Rally 2025 8:41

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Clare Motor Club is gearing up for the Clare Stages Rally on Sunday, 7th September 2025, with action beginning from 10:30am to 11:30am. Motorsport fans can look forward to an exciting day of rallying in Clare. To find out what we can expect, Alan Morrissey was joined by Sinead Canny, Event PRO.Photo Credit: Photo (c) Clare Motorclub…

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North Clare cancer survivors invited to take part in Survive & Thrive Programme 7:10

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North Clare cancer survivors are being invited to take part in a new support initiative. This comes as Gort Cancer Support, in collaboration with the Marie Keating Foundation, prepares to host a six–week Survive & Thrive programme beginning on Wednesday 17th September. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Cara Brady, Centre Manager…

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New Community First Responder Group Launches In Clare 14:45

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Emergency medical response charity CRITICAL has established a new Community First Responder (CFR) group in Ennis, County Clare. A dedicated team of nine volunteers are now responding to life-threatening emergencies in the town and its surrounding areas. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by David Tighe, Killaloe-based Chief Executive of CR…

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Clare Libraries Hosting Sustainability Days As Part Skills For Life Programme 6:26

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Clare Libraries are running Sustainability Days this September and October as part of the Skills for Life programme, with workshops on beekeeping, candle making, tackling invasive plants, and upcycling clothes. Clothes Swap & Repair series led by Isabel Power will begin in Shannon Library on Saturday 6th September inviting people to swap pre-loved …

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Fundraiser Launched To Support Family Of Joe Crosse 9:57

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A community fundraiser has been launched to support the family of Joe Crosse following his sudden passing. The GoFundMe appeal, set up by friends and members of his local club, aims to provide financial assistance to his wife Brid and children, Teagan and Odhran, during this difficult time. Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a meanin…