Jack Quann

Dublin

Multimedia Journalist at RTÉ

Multimedia Journalist | All views/opinions my own | RTs/links≠endorsements | Dublin ➡️ Budapest ➡️ Bilbao 🇮🇪🇭🇺🇪🇸

Featured in: Favicon

newstalk.com Favicon

bauermedia.ie Favicon

todayfm.com Favicon

98fm.com

wasterecyclingmag.ca Favicon

rte.ie

einnews.com

Articles

Healy-Rae backs forestry and gas plans as 'common sense'

1 day ago | rte.ie | Jack Quann

Michael Healy-Rae has defended proposals to plant trees on peatlands and expand Ireland's gas infrastructure, saying both are needed to meet climate targets in a "real world" context. Speaking on Upfront with Katie Hannon, the Kerry TD said his department was examining whether afforestation on peatland could help the country reach its reforestation goals — despite current policy prohibiting planting on deep peat due to environmental concerns.
Ireland's grid: Do we need to rethink our energy resilience?

2 days ago | rte.ie | Jack Quann

As extreme weather and geopolitical shocks strain power systems across Europe, some experts are concerned Ireland's heavy dependence on imported energy and lack of gas storage is leaving the country dangerously exposed. Tonight’s Upfront with Katie Hannon explores the risks to Ireland’s energy supply — and the measures being considered to strengthen it.
'You just see his talent'

3 weeks ago | autism.einnews.com | Jack Quann

Manage Consent PreferencesStrictly necessary cookies are essential in order to enable you to move around the site, use its features and/or services. Any cookies used in this way are first party only in nature and the data that is collected is fully aggregated. Without these cookies, the Site will not perform as smoothly for you as we would like it to and we may not be able to provide the Site or certain services or features.
Examining the rise in ADHD and autism diagnoses

1 month ago | rte.ie | Jack Quann

Diagnoses of ADHD and autism in children have risen significantly in recent years — but are we seeing a true increase, or simply better awareness and access to diagnosis? As schools and services come under pressure, parents and experts are asking whether the system is keeping up.
Kathy Blair criticises "unfair" anonymity for son's killer

1 month ago | rte.ie | Jack Quann

The mother of Cameron Blair, who was fatally stabbed in 2020, says nobody should have to see their child lying dead after a "senseless" attack. Kathy Blair told Upfront: The Podcast she is speaking out so no other parents goes through what they did. 20-year-old Cameron was a second-year chemical engineering student at Cork Institute of Technology. He died in Cork University Hospital after he was stabbed in the neck outside a house party on the Bandon Road in Cork on 16 January 2020.
'Are we failing young boys?' Rugby star Conroy on his concerns

1 month ago | rte.ie | Jack Quann

Irish Rugby Sevens star Jordan Conroy says he fears online communities and influencers are warping young males' understanding of masculinity. Conroy, who represented Ireland in the Olympics, was speaking to Katie Hannon on Upfront: The Podcast following the release of Netflix's Adolescence four-part series which has brought the topic of toxic masculinity back into the spotlight.
Lack of Irish schools 'taking choice away from children'

2 months ago | rte.ie | Jack Quann

A lack of Irish-speaking schools is taking choice away from children, according to comedian and Gaeilgeoir Kayleigh Trappe. The 'Dancing with the Stars' contestant was speaking during a discussion on Upfront with Katie Hannon, where the issue of how the language is taught was debated. Ms Trappe told Upfront with Katie Hannon there is a need for more Gaelscoils. "It’s a case of supply and demand," she said.
Russia worried Trump could do '180' turn – Irish view from Moscow

2 months ago | rte.ie | Jack Quann

There is concern in Moscow that US President Donald Trump could turn on Russia, according to an Irishman who has lived there for close to three decades. Chris Weafer hails from Mullingar in Co Westmeath and is CEO of strategic consulting firm Macro-Advisory. Prior to helping large companies navigate the Russian market, Mr Weafer held positions at financial institutions across Eurasia. "I think people understand that President Trump can easily do a 180 with regard to Russia," he said.
Mother and son secure house after appeal on RTÉ

2 months ago | rte.ie | Jack Quann

A mother living in Ireland's largest homeless hub with her young son has secured a home following an appeal which was aired on RTÉ's Upfront with Katie Hannon programme on Monday evening. Chloe Coffey and her four-year-old son Jackson, who has complex medical needs, had been living at Houben House in Dublin’s Harold’s Cross since June 2024. She first shared their story on Upfront in November, describing the toll homelessness had taken on them.
324 people: Voices from Ireland's largest family homeless hub

2 months ago | rte.ie | Jack Quann

Houben House is Ireland's largest homeless hub specifically for families. Located in Dublin’s Harold’s Cross, and run by The Salvation Army, it is home to more than 60 families currently. Tonight, a special Upfront with Katie Hannon programme is to be broadcast at 1035pm on RTE One television from Houben House. Ahead of the programme, some of the mothers and families living there, as well as staff members, have spoken to the Upfront team.