IBI Express Condolences on the death of Gay Byrne
The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland, the representative body for Ireland’s independent radio broadcasters offers its sincere condolences to the family of Gay Byrne on his passing. IBI Chairman John Purcell said, “A great voice has been lost to Irish radio and the entire industry is deeply saddened to lose one of Ireland’s most professional broadcasters. […]
New Commission must recognise that RTÉ is not the only provider of Public Service Broadcasting
The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland (IBI), the organisation representing Ireland’s 34 independent radio stations, has cautiously welcomed the planned establishment of a Commission on the Future Funding of Irish Public Service Broadcasting, but says that RTÉ is not the only broadcaster producing public service content. The Commission announced by Minister for Communications Richard Bruton TD […]
Irish Radioplayer adds new stations
The popular Irish Radioplayer service, developed in partnership by RTÉ and the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland (IBI), today announced the launch of new stations on the app. The addition of the new stations brings to 58 the number of radio stations available on the Irish Radioplayer and will offer brand new, on-demand content to the audience. […]
Radio on the Brink – Communicating through Covid19
“Local and regional radio must be kept broadcasting at this time” “Thank you for your service, it is where people of all ages can expect to hear facts only and current relevant information is an extremely important factor in the war on Covid-19.” These statements are just a sample of responses I’ve received this weekend […]
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 […]
