Independent Broadcasters Welcome Announcement by Minister Richard Bruton of Further Support for Independent Radio During Covid 19 Crisis
The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland (IBI), the organisation representing Ireland’s 34 independent national, multicity, regional and local radio stations, has welcomed the announcement by Minister Richard Bruton that he is allocating a sum of €2.5 million for the support of news, current affairs and information programming on independent radio during the Covid 19 crisis. The […]
President Higgins to share Covid-19 address on Independent Radio Stations
On Thursday, April 2nd at 12 noon, Ireland’s independent radio stations will broadcast a special address to the people of Ireland from President Michael D. Higgins. The message will be broadcast simultaneously on the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland’s 34 national, multicity, regional and local radio stations. “Ireland is a nation built on the airwaves and […]
Radio Nova launch stay at home video highligting the importance of Radio
Independent Radio joins with Irish media in major fundraising initiative – ‘IRELAND FOR UKRAINE
The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland has joined a group of Ireland’s leading media organisations to form an unprecedented coalition, and launch a public fundraising campaign, ‘Ireland for Ukraine’. The campaign aims to raise vital funds for those affected by the conflict, as well as those who have been displaced. The campaign is inspired by the […]
IBI recruiting an Executive Director
The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland (IBI) represents the interests of Irish independent radio broadcasters to Government, Regulators, the wider Irish and European media and the Irish public. It is composed of national, regional, multicity and local radio stations. An experienced candidate is sought for the position of Executive Director. Reporting to the Board, the successful […]
Radio continues to outperform other media for news consumption
Radio remains a vital source of news for Irish consumers – this was one of the main findings from the Reuters Institute Digital News Report, released today (15.06.22). The report, which is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland, highlights a high level of interest in news in Ireland with 83% of people accessing some […]
Radio Days Ireland is back in 2023!
The IBI and Learning Waves have announced the return of Radio Days Ireland for 2023. The two-day event will take place on February 16th and 17th at the Gibson Hotel in Dublin, three years after the last gathering. It is supported by the BAI and IMRO, and full details of the sessions and […]
IBI welcomes publication of the Future of Media Commission Report
Implementation of the recommendations will result in a strong and viable public service media The IBI has welcomed the publication of the Future of Media Commission Report, which was approved by Government this morning. The IBI says the broad appreciation of public service media and in particular, the recognition of the public service content of […]
Independent Broadcasters Call for Elimination of Unfair Broadcasting Levy
Calls for the elimination of the Broadcasting Levy, where independent radio stations are compelled to pay a percentage of their annual turnover to the broadcasting regulator, was the central request made to politicians by the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland (IBI) at a briefing held for members of the Oireachtas on Wednesday October 5th 2022. The […]
IBI partners with Radiodays Europe
The Independent Broadcaster’s of Ireland is delighted to be an event partner with Radiodays Europe. The three-day conference is taking place in Prague from March 26th to 28th 2023. It’s another stellar line-up of speakers and sessions for Radiodays Europe 2023. With a wide variety of speakers from around Europe and the rest of the […]
