The Irish Times view on the ‘Netflix’ levy: what is the Minister’s plan?
Since taking up his portfolio in January, Minister for Media Patrick O’Donovan has acquired a reputation for glibness
Future of Media Commission
TV licence Q&A: Efforts so far at reform, and Coalition divisions on future funding
If the Government cannot get legislation on future funding over the line before a general election is called, expect the TV licence to become an issue in that campaign
Show-us-the-money time for Irish press amid plans for publicly funded news coverage
Coimisiún na Meán has opened up consultations on its local democracy and courts reporting schemes – it’s a landmark moment for news publishers
Despite all the focus on RTÉ, there is disappointingly little political will to decide on a new funding model
Some of the issues raised by politicians one hundred years ago about public service broadcasting still haven’t been satisfactorily answered
The licence fee model is broken. What should replace it?
A taxation-based model would be fairer, more effective, more stable and better future-proofed
Signing of EU copyright directive into Irish law strengthens rights of content creators
Government will ‘shortly’ act on report of Future of Media Commission, says Tánaiste
Local radio saved from closure by State funding, committee hears
Oireachtas hearing told of impact of pandemic on independent broadcasters
Media Commission and Future of Media Commission stay on parallel paths
Cantillon: Some media reforms are more urgent than others
Ní Chaoindealbháin appointed deputy MD at Virgin Media Television
Experienced broadcasting executive will be first to hold newly created role
Public media funding essential to avoid ‘toxic’ environment, says Blindboy
‘Large amount of money’ needed to make great television, commission hears
Developer Johnny Ronan plans new assault on London property market
Seen & Heard: Bank bonuses; Abercrombie closes; and Deliveroo driver windfall
Collection of television licence fee remains in stasis
No steps have been taken to resolve hurdles faced by An Post or to seek another agent
The Irish Times Group calls for State financial support for journalism
Submission to Future of Media Commission says news industry faces existential threats
Media commission chairman pledges full consultation with industry
‘Stakes are very high’ for Irish media, says chairman Brian MacCraith
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