Public relations consultant Monica Leech has settled her libel action against RTÉ over comments made by a caller to the Livelineradio programme for a sum of for €250,000.
An apology to Mrs Leech on behalf of the broadcaster was also read in the High Court today.
Ms Leech, who earned more than €300,000 for her work as a communications adviser to former environment minister Martin Cullen, sued over comments made by a caller to the phone-in programme Livelinein December 2004.
The case was listed for hearing today. However, after four hours of talks between the parties, the court was told the action had been settled.
As part of the settlement counsel for RTÉ read out an apology in court to Ms Leech. RTÉ also agreed to pay Ms Leech a sum in damages and has agreed to pay her legal costs.
Speaking outside the court, Ms Leech said she was very satisfied with the outcome.
In her action, Ms Leech had sought damages for libel, along with special damages, including loss of earnings.