A new report suggests a united Ireland would cost €20 billion a year for 20 years. But how was this figure reached?  Professor John Fitzgerald of Trinity College, and Padraig MacLochlainn, Sinn Féin TD for Donegal joined The Last Word to discuss.  Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page. 

A United Ireland Would Cost €20Bn A Year For 20 Years, New Report Says

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Singer and songwriter Wallis Bird joined us this week for The Culture Club!  Press the 'Play' button on this page to hear her choices.

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Why is the new Troubles Legacy Act so controversial?  Deirdre Heenan, Professor of Social Policy at Ulster University and Former Member of the Council of State joined The Last Word to discuss.  Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Amnesty International Says Troubles Legacy Act 'An Affront To Justice'

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A United Ireland Would Cost €20Bn A Year For 20 Years, New Report Says

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