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Today host Maura Derrane opens up on why she’s taking a step back from show
Sinéad Kennedy has been added to the presenter line-up for what will be the ninth series of the popular afternoon show.The Cork native, who has filled in as guest anchor on the show before, will be co-hosting the live programme alongside Daithi O’Sea every Monday and Tuesday.Maura Derrane will also return to the hot seat but she will be embracing a new three-day work week, presenting the show on Wednesdays, Thursday and Fridays.The Inishmore broadcaster is taking a conscious step back from work commitments, choosing to focus more on family as her son, Cal, starts senior infants.Speaking to the Irish Examiner, she explained how she has been in the TV game a long time and for now, focusing on her family takes first priority.‘I’ve been on live