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Summary
Mark Hennessy discusses the UK's super injunctions preventing the naming of a public figure in abuse allegations, highlighting the tension with free speech. The conversation shifts to Ireland, covering RTE's Oireachtas testimony regarding its financial bailout and hiring practices, as well as Defence Forces warnings about inadequate national security preparedness. The segment concludes with a lighthearted note on early Christmas shopping trends.
Topics discussed
Introduction and guest welcome
UK super injunctions and media freedom debate
Comparison of Irish and UK court powers
RTE committee appearance and hiring controversies
Discussion on RTE funding and independence
Defence Forces report on national security gaps
Cyber threats and Russian state involvement
Early Christmas shopping trends in the UK
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