With just two days until voters in Ireland head to the polls, we dive into the shifting dynamics revealed by this week’s surprising poll results and analyse last night’s debate between the leaders of Ireland's three main parties.

We also explore Fine Gael's new proposal—the Acorn Savings Account policy—introduced in their 2024 General Election manifesto. This policy promises to give every child born in Ireland a financial head start, but critics argue that it may exacerbate existing inequalities, as families with more significant financial means are more likely to make additional contributions, leading to larger savings for their children. 

Finally, we discuss a new study by Women’s Aid and Core, highlighting that 40% of Irish men still hold traditionalist views on masculinity. What does this mean for modern gender roles and the societal progress Ireland needs to make?

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