The Week in Politics

The programme reflects on the political week, analysing recent developments and their impact on national discourse. It gathers contributions from journalists, senators and TDs through interviews and commentary, providing a range of viewpoints. The series is hosted by Áine Lawlor.

The series is a generic programme formatted as a single episode, whose central aim is to give listeners a concise review of the week’s political developments. It falls squarely within the current affairs genre, offering a snapshot of the most significant stories that have shaped public debate. Each instalment concentrates on reflecting upon the political week, drawing on a range of voices to provide a balanced picture. Journalists share their reporting insights, while elected representatives – both senators and TDs – add perspective from within the legislative chambers. Their combined commentary helps to map out how policies and events have unfolded over the past days. Áine Lawlor serves as the presenter, guiding the discussion and linking the various contributions together. Her role is to introduce each segment, pose questions to the guests and ensure the conversation remains focused on the week’s key issues. The programme’s structure brings together these differing viewpoints in a single, coherent narrative. By weaving together the observations of media professionals with the firsthand accounts of politicians, the show aims to give its audience a clear, up‑to‑date understanding of the political landscape as it stands at the end of each week.