IBI Celebrates ‘Independent’s Day’
The IBI is putting a twist on the 4th of July celebrations and using “Independent’s Day” in Ireland to celebrate our 34 independent radio stations. Listen to what Graham Stewart wrote and Andrew Counihan produced at Mutiny Studios here.
RTE slammed for its wilful abandonment of public broadcasting remit
RTE has been slammed for its ‘wilful abandonment of its public broadcasting remit’ by Willie O’Reilly, chairman of the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland. Speaking following the publication of the latest JLNR figures, Mr. O’Reilly said the announcement by RTÉ earlier this week that it was revamping its 2FM schedule to target 25 – 44 year […]
“Blinkered View” of Ireland’s Broadcasting Sector evident in BAI Review
The BAI Review of Funding for Public Service Broadcasting is a whitewash, fails to recognise the value of public service content on independent radio stations and is throwing good money after bad in suggesting additional funding should be provided to RTÉ – a station which is losing millions every year through inefficiencies and inflated salaries […]
Ireland’s Independent Radio Stations reign supreme
The latest JNLR listenership figures published today showed that the number of people listening to independent radio has once again dwarfed that of RTÉ radio stations. The JNLR results show that the combined strength of independent radio stations has a 67.2% share of the market in comparison to the state broadcaster which has 32.8%. The […]
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. […]
