Newstalk Breakfast

New research shows three quarters of us think the cost of living and buying a home are worse than they were 30 years ago. These are the findings from a new report marking 30 years of the Credit Union Consumer Sentiment Index. To discuss these findings was Economist Austin Hughes.  

Gardaí are continuing their investigation into the murder of four members of the same family in Waterford. Philip and Kim English and their two sons, 12-year-old Callum and nine-year-old Jayden, died following an arson attack on their home in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

Our Chief Reporter Barry Whyte reports that Gardaí have identified suspects, as the horrific tragedy raises serious questions about drug debt intimidation in the city.

Former Leader of the DUP Jeffrey Donaldson will be sentenced today after being convicted of 18 child sex offences. 

With more on this Anton spoke to Newstalk's Reporter Emily Keegan.

A new bill aimed at strengthening the rights of non-binary and intersex people in Ireland is due to be debated in the Dáil next week. 

For more on this Anton spoke to TD Ruth Coppinger.

Three quarters of people believe they are excellent drivers, but only 12 per cent think the same of other motorists. 

That’s according to a new survey from the European Motor Show. To chat about these findings with Anton was Shane O’Donoghue Editor of Completecar.ie.

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Today FM Presenter Fionnuala Corbett. 

West Cork councillors are calling for urgent action on dangerous overhanging trees before winter storms hit. They warn falling branches could block roads, damage vehicles and put council workers at risk during emergency clear ups.

To discuss further with Anton was Independent Ireland Cork County Councillor Daniel Sexton.

The trial of Russell Brand enters its second day, with the comedian facing charges of rape and sexual assault involving six women. 

We get an update from the trial with Anoushka Mutanda-Dougherty, BBC Presenter and host of the podcast Fame Under Fire: Russell Brand on Trial. 

Gardaí have carried out a series of searches in Waterford as the investigation continues into the firebomb attack that killed four members of the English family. 

Speaking to Anton this morning was Reporter Irish Examiner Neil Michael. 

Scientists are exploring how artificial intelligence could help birds recover lost songs and improve their chances of survival. Anton discusses this further with Wildlife Expert Eanna Ni Lamha.