IBI welcomes reduction in broadcasting levy
The IBI has welcomed the approval of the Cabinet to reduce the levy payable by independent radio stations to the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland. The reduction, which will see the levy charged to Ireland’s independent radio stations reduced by up to 50%, a move which will have a significant impact on the local, regional and […]
Independent Broadcasters of Ireland/RTÉ Radio – Choose Radio Campaign Demonstrates Power of Radio
CHOOSE RADIO CAMPAIGN DEMONSTRATES POWER OF RADIO On Wednesday, 9th September (09/0909) an estimated, 1,204,000* Adults 15+ will hear the same radio advertisement on thirty six radio stations nationwide just after 9am. The synchronised transmission of the advertisement is the highlight of the Irish radio industry’s first ever marketing drive to demonstrate the power of […]
Independent Broadcasters of Ireland/RTÉ Radio – THREE MILLION LISTENERS!
EMBARGO: MONDAY, 7 SEPTEMBER, 2PM THREE MILLION LISTENERS! RAY D’ARCY AND RYAN TUBRIDY CELEBRATE RECORD-BREAKING FIGURES FOR IRISH RADIO Latest radio research shows that over three million people* now listen to Irish radio every weekday. Rival radio presenters Today FM’s Ray D’Arcy and RTÉ Radio 1’s Ryan Tubridy joined forces today to celebrate the record-breaking […]
IBI welcomes Pat Kenny to independent radio
The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland (IBI), the representative body for Ireland’s independent radio broadcasters has welcomed the announcement that Pat Kenny will be joining the independent radio sector. Kenny will begin broadcasting on Newstalk, Ireland’s national independent talk radio station in early September. “With 2.46 million listeners, independent radio will provide Pat Kenny with the […]
The Potential Impact on Irish Media of the Public Health (Alcohol) Act 2015
Economist Jim Power published a report entitled The Potential Impact on Irish Media of the Public Health (Alcohol) Act 2015. This report analyses the impact of the proposed restrictions on alcohol advertising as set out in the Bill, in terms of their effectiveness and the impact on Irish media. The Public Health (Alcohol) Bill 2015 […]
Independent Broadcasters express concern over Collins’ appointment to new Broadcasting Authority
The Chairman of the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland, Willie O Reilly, has expressed concern about the appointment of a former Director General of RTE as Chairman of the new Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI). “I know Bob Collins for many years and respect him as a very able manager and as a person of integrity. […]
CORK’s 96FM RECEIVES A CIVIC RECEPTION
The Lord Mayor of Cork has hosted a Civic Reception for the management and staff of Cork’s 96FM. It was held in the Lord Mayor’s Chambers at City Hall in Cork and was to recognise the work of the annual “Cork’s 96FM Giving for Living Radiothon”. Lord Mayor, Catherine Clancy told the gathering that she […]
Ocean FM wins prestigious European Broadcasting Award
Ocean FM, the local station serving Sligo, South Donegal and North Leitrim, won the Prix Europa in the Radio Drama category for it’s three part play, “Francisco”. The Awards are the most prestigious in Europe and the announcement in Berlin marked a major breakthrough for small independent broadcasters. The entry fought off competition from Europe’s […]
Independent Radio Retains Loyal Listenership in Challenging Year
The latest Joint National Listenership Research (JNLR) figures shows that Ireland’s love affair with independent radio is as strong as ever. 64.1% of the listening population (2.452 million people) continue to tune in to independent radio on a daily basis in the key 7am to 7pm slot. Expressing satisfaction with the figures, Willie O’Reilly, chairman […]
Independent Broadcasters Warmly Welcome draft Fianna Fail “Independent Radio Stations Bill” as Major Breakthrough
The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland (IBI), the organisation representing Ireland’s 34 local, regional and national independent radio stations, have warmly welcomed the publication by Fianna Fail of draft broadcasting legislation as a major breakthrough in long overdue reform in Irish broadcasting. The proposed legislation acknowledges the public service role played by independent radio and takes […]
