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As the Dáil goes into recess, there are plenty of issues that will generate some controversy throughout the summer and beyond. To discuss with Jonathan was Pat Leahy, Political Editor of The Irish Times.

A spell of hot weather is continuing across Ireland, with temperatures expected to climb into the high twenties. There is also heat warning in place for much of the country Speaking to Jonathan with an update on what we can expect was Alan O Reilly of Carlow Weather.

The Federation Against Copyright Theft and Sky have issued legal warnings to 10 suspected illegal IPTV resellers. They are warning they could face court action or referral to Gardaí if they continue selling illegal streaming subscriptions. We get the latest on this crack down with FACT Investigation Manager Nick Sumner.

The political party Aontú are calling for VAT for sunscreen to be removed. Calling it an essential and not a luxury. Jonathan discusses this further with Consultant Dermatologist at Institute of Dermatologists, Clinical Professor at UCD.

We take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Jonathan this morning was Ralph Riegel the Southern Correspondent at the Irish Independent.

Temperatures could reach up to 30 degrees in parts of Ireland today amidst the current yellow heat warning. Is Ireland is prepared if this heat becomes a more regular event. Jonathan asked Keith Leonard the Head of National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management.

The summer heat this year has turned some of our homes into sweatboxes, and most of us don’t have the equipment to cope with it. Adrian Weckler, Technology Editor with the Irish Independent has the guide on how to adapt.

The ever-iconic Rolling Stones are back today with their 25th album, Foreign Tongues. We hear all about it with the Deputy Editor of Hotpress, Stuart Clark.

The race to become the next UK Prime Minister is nearing its conclusion. With Andy Burnham securing overwhelming support from Labour MPs and just one vote away from confirming his leadership. To discuss further was James Lyons, former Director of Strategic Communications for Keir Starmer.

The Government has asked the HSE for a report on e-scooter injuries. This is in response to a surge in serious injuries to children linked to e-scooters. How are other countries dealing with e-scooters, and are regulations any more lax here? To discuss further with Jonathan was Conor Faughnan, Transport Commentator and Independent Motoring Expert for Carzone.