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# ireland-2029 - Tuesday 1 October, 2019

Almost 250 years after the last native wolf was killed, is Ireland ready for the debate about bringing them back?
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# Ireland 2029

Almost 250 years after the last native wolf was killed, is Ireland ready for the debate about bringing them back?

Updated Oct 1st 2019, 2:54 PM 75,569 Views 97 Comments

The Green Party has tabled a Dáil motion calling for wolves to be reintroduced in a bid to help rewild parts of the countryside.

# ireland-2029 - Wednesday 28 August, 2019

'The returns are huge if we can do this': The need for a world-class public transport system in Ireland
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# Ireland 2029

'The returns are huge if we can do this': The need for a world-class public transport system in Ireland

Aug 28th 2019, 8:30 PM 24,607 Views 43 Comments

What needs to happen in Ireland to drastically improve our public transport?

'Not just for commuters, for everybody': Should Ireland start over with its public transport system?
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# Ireland 2029

'Not just for commuters, for everybody': Should Ireland start over with its public transport system?

Aug 28th 2019, 6:30 AM 20,366 Views 78 Comments

From buses to bike lanes, is it time for an overhaul? We explore another big idea on Ireland 2029.

# ireland-2029 - Wednesday 21 August, 2019

Could Ireland build an Olympic medals powerhouse?
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# Ireland 2029

Could Ireland build an Olympic medals powerhouse?

Aug 21st 2019, 8:30 PM 23,127 Views 41 Comments

In the latest episode of Ireland 2029, we look at what the country needs to do to bring more medals home.

'It's the peak, the pinnacle': What's stopping Ireland from taking home more Olympic medals?
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# Ireland 2029

'It's the peak, the pinnacle': What's stopping Ireland from taking home more Olympic medals?

Aug 21st 2019, 8:59 AM 10,558 Views 16 Comments

How can we boost Ireland’s number of podium finishes? We find out more on Ireland 2029.

# ireland-2029 - Wednesday 14 August, 2019

Could bringing wolves back to Ireland benefit our environment - and boost our economy?
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# Ireland 2029

Could bringing wolves back to Ireland benefit our environment - and boost our economy?

Aug 14th 2019, 8:45 AM 51,497 Views 111 Comments

This week on Ireland 2029, we discuss a controversial proposal: the reintroduction of wolves.

# ireland-2029 - Wednesday 7 August, 2019

'It's definitely possible to build a league, but not in the current state. Not as we are'.
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# Ireland 2029

'It's definitely possible to build a league, but not in the current state. Not as we are'.

Aug 7th 2019, 8:30 PM 7,073 Views 4 Comments

In the latest episode of Ireland 2029, we’ve looked at what steps are needed to create such a league the end of the decade.

‘Now's the time to do it’: Could Ireland build the world’s most successful women’s soccer league?
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# Ireland 2029

‘Now's the time to do it’: Could Ireland build the world’s most successful women’s soccer league?

Aug 7th 2019, 9:00 AM 12,645 Views 22 Comments

The commitment is there – but where’s the investment? We explore another big idea on Ireland 2029.

# ireland-2029 - Wednesday 31 July, 2019

'Can we get away from plastics? No. Can we use plastics better? Yes.'
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# Ireland 2029

'Can we get away from plastics? No. Can we use plastics better? Yes.'

Jul 31st 2019, 8:30 PM 11,608 Views 26 Comments

In the latest episode of Ireland 2029, we’ve looked at the country going plastic free before the end of the next decade.

'We need to leave the throwaway culture behind': Could Ireland really go plastic free by 2029?
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# Ireland 2029

'We need to leave the throwaway culture behind': Could Ireland really go plastic free by 2029?

Jul 31st 2019, 9:10 AM 14,694 Views 71 Comments

We bash out the pros and cons on episode six of Ireland 2029.

# ireland-2029 - Wednesday 24 July, 2019

What would change if the government gave everyone in Ireland €200 a week?
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# Ireland 2029

What would change if the government gave everyone in Ireland €200 a week?

Jul 24th 2019, 8:30 PM 58,059 Views 56 Comments

It could empower Irish workers, but is it really the best solution for the country’s poorest and most vulnerable citizens?

Could a €200-per-week basic income make Irish people happier - and more motivated?
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# Ireland 2029

Could a €200-per-week basic income make Irish people happier - and more motivated?

Jul 24th 2019, 6:45 AM 44,626 Views 102 Comments

How likely is the idea to work here? We discuss the pros and cons in episode five of Ireland 2029.

# ireland-2029 - Wednesday 17 July, 2019

Only three in 10 of us get 'enough' sleep, so how can we improve this?
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# Ireland 2029

Only three in 10 of us get 'enough' sleep, so how can we improve this?

Jul 17th 2019, 8:30 PM 27,122 Views 42 Comments

Commute times, shift work and mobile phones all play a role.

'Wake no later than 7.30am, seven days a week': Could 'sleep training' make Ireland more productive?
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# Ireland 2029

'Wake no later than 7.30am, seven days a week': Could 'sleep training' make Ireland more productive?

Jul 17th 2019, 10:35 AM 33,128 Views 48 Comments

We explore the ins and outs of another big idea on the fourth episode of Ireland 2029.

# ireland-2029 - Wednesday 10 July, 2019

'The kid who's helping others, is not the kid who's terrorising their neighbour'
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# Volunteering

'The kid who's helping others, is not the kid who's terrorising their neighbour'

Jul 10th 2019, 8:30 PM 12,941 Views 13 Comments

Should it be compulsory for young people to volunteer for a year? There are pros and cons.

Should volunteering be mandatory for Irish teens? Here's what young people think of the idea
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# Ireland 2029

Should volunteering be mandatory for Irish teens? Here's what young people think of the idea

Jul 10th 2019, 10:08 AM 26,683 Views 79 Comments

Hear more about the pros and cons on episode three of Ireland 2029.

# ireland-2029 - Wednesday 3 July, 2019

Should Dublin get a high-rise skyline? Maybe, but not to solve the housing crisis
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# Ireland 2029

Should Dublin get a high-rise skyline? Maybe, but not to solve the housing crisis

Jul 3rd 2019, 8:30 PM 19,518 Views 37 Comments

New guidelines are going to push our cities higher – but is that the best way to house our growing population?

'Building upward has a knock-on effect': Could a high-rise skyline make Dublin more liveable?
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# Ireland 2029

'Building upward has a knock-on effect': Could a high-rise skyline make Dublin more liveable?

Jul 3rd 2019, 9:01 AM 23,621 Views 43 Comments

And could it happen in the next 10 years? Hear more on episode two of Ireland 2029.

# ireland-2029 - Wednesday 26 June, 2019

It could make people happier and healthier - but would a four-day week work in Ireland?
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# Ireland 2029

It could make people happier and healthier - but would a four-day week work in Ireland?

Jun 26th 2019, 8:30 PM 23,888 Views 41 Comments

Proponents say there are a wide range of benefits to the idea – but not everyone is convinced.

'Employees will work smarter, not longer': Is Ireland ready for a four-day working week?
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# Ireland 2029

'Employees will work smarter, not longer': Is Ireland ready for a four-day working week?

Jun 26th 2019, 9:50 AM 54,317 Views 57 Comments

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