Thomas Byrne, Minister for European Affairs and Fianna Fail TD for Meath East joined Gavan on the show today.
They discussed the easing of restrictions, and the much anticipated return of international travel.
As well as that, Gavan asked him about the Northern Ireland protocol, which has come under fire from new DUP leader Edwin Poots.
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