– Debate will be available with live Irish Sign Language (ISL) interpretation on RTÉ News Channel and RTÉ Player
RTÉ’s Prime Time is set to host the final General Election 2024 Leaders’ Debate this Tuesday night, November 26, offering voters further opportunity to hear directly from Ireland’s leading political figures.
Presented by Miriam O’Callaghan and Sarah McInerney, the live broadcast will feature Fine Gael’s Simon Harris, Fianna Fáil’s Micheál Martin, and Sinn Féin’s Mary Lou McDonald. The debate promises in-depth discussion and rigorous questioning on the key issues shaping Ireland’s future, providing a platform for the prospective Taoiseach to share their vision with the electorate.
As part of RTÉ’s ongoing commitment to inclusivity, the Prime Time Leaders’ Debate will feature live Irish Sign Language interpretation to ensure accessibility for our viewers from the Deaf and ISL community.
Ahead of the Leaders’ Debate Miriam O’Callaghan said, “’I am really looking forward to this leaders’ debate – they’re always intense for everyone involved especially the leaders – but they’re also always fascinating and engaging and a chance for viewers to see all three leaders up close and personal.”
Speaking on the debate Sarah McInerney said, “The Prime Time leaders debate takes place three days out from polling, when many people will be deciding who they want to lead the next government. It’ll be the first and only debate between the three people contending for the office of Taoiseach. People want to know who is going to fix the housing crisis, who can address the cost of living in Ireland and who will tackle hospital waiting lists. Miriam and I will be working together to get answers for people on these key issues, and much more.”
Tune in live to RTÉ One, RTÉ News Channel and RTÉ Player this Tuesday, November 26 at 9:35pm for this pivotal event in the 2024 election cycle.
RTÉ Communications: Sharon Sorohan and Laura Fitzgearld