The summer break is well and truly over for Ireland’s politicians, with Dáil Éireann back in business this week. What’s on the agenda? Just a few small matters like an expensive bike shed, an Apple windfall tax and an imminent general election. But is November the right time to go to the polls? And what does history tell us about the timing of general elections? Host: Kevin Doyle. Guests: Fionnán Sheahan and John Downing

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