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Pet owners could soon be allowed to bring their animals on more public transport services. But Rail Users Ireland are calling for fares for larger pets and a ban during busy periods. 

Mark Gleeson, Spokesperson for Rail Users Ireland spoke to Jonathan this morning. 

A challenge to the decision to allow a controversial Orange Order parade to go down a predominantly nationalist road is due to be heard in court later. 

Speaking to Jonathan was Mark Hennessy Ireland and Britain Editor for The Irish Times.

Dogs, baby buggies and couples in love. There's lots of us now sharing (or not) the nations narrow footpaths. Who should get the right of way and has our footpath etiquette gone by the wayside? 

Newstalk's Sarah Madden took to the pavements to find out. Also with reaction to this was Esther McCarthy Columnist with the Irish Examiner.

Ireland’s chance of victory against Austria slipped away in the second half last night. But off the pitch people protested outside, calling for the players not to play against Israel this Sunday. 

Henry McKean, Newstalk Reporter was there last night inside and outside the stadium.

Donald Trump is considering a US diesel export ban amid global shortages linked to the Iran war, raising fears of further price rises across Europe and the UK. 

Speaking to Jonathan with reaction was Ger Hyland President of the Irish Road Haulage Association. 

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Jonathan this morning was Jennifer Keane, Founder of Paygap.ie.

Former Miss Ireland, Chelsea Farrell and Fianna Fail TD Deputy, Erin McGreehan discussed the importance of women being heard when it comes to their health. 

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that he “doesn’t plan to attack any European countries” but warns he will respond if Russia “faces aggression”. 

For more on this Jonathan spoke to Donnacha Ó Beacháin Professor of Politics at DCU.

In the UK, nearly 1 million young people are not in education, employment or training, despite 84% of these seeking work. But just how important are those first jobs you get, usually in hospitality? 

Chatting to Jonathan on this was Isabel Brooks, Freelance Journalist.

Family Carers Ireland is urging the Government to do more for family carers in Budget 2027. It comes after a reported €7.50 weekly increase in Carer’s Allowance falls far short of what’s needed amid rising living costs.  

Clare Duffy Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Family Carers Ireland explained what they need with Jonathan.