The debate aims to provide a platform for the prospective Taoiseach to share their vision with the electorate.

Siún Ní Raghallaigh resigned in February from her role on the board of the crisis-hit broadcaster.

A Mayo councillor who has been vocal in his criticism of the Mary Robinson Centre in Ballina has hit back at online detractors. Westport-based Fine Gael Cllr Peter Flynn appeared on RTÉ's Prime Time last week.