The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland has today (Tuesday 15th April) signed a ten-year sound broadcasting contract with C.K. Broadcasting Limited, trading as KCLR, to continue to provide a local, broad-format radio service for listeners in Counties Carlow and Kilkenny. Speaking at the contract signing, the Chairperson of the BAI, Bob Collins said “the BAI is … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (April 8th) announced details of an oral presentation to be held for the niche, music-driven radio licence for the Dublin City and County franchise area. The oral presentation will take place on Monday 14th April, in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Golden Lane, Dublin 8. It will commence … Continued
On 31st March last, the BAI held public oral hearings in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny, regarding sound broadcasting applications received for the local, broad-format radio licence for the North Donegal franchise area. The BAI received two applications for the licence from Donegal Highland Radio Limited (t/a Highland Radio) and Donegal Commercial Radio Broadcasting Limited … Continued
‘The Fall’, ‘Game of Thrones’, ‘Love/Hate’, ‘Quirke’ and ‘Vikings’ will all battle it out at the upcoming 2014 IFTA Awards in the Best Drama category, which is being sponsored by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI). Northern Irish based police investigations drama ‘The Fall’, which is currently filming its new series in Belfast, is written and … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (27th March 2014) published the most recent broadcasting complaints decisions. At its meeting on 4th March, the Compliance Committee of the BAI considered and rejected 9 complaints in respect of three programmes. One complaint was resolved by the Executive Complaints Forum at its meeting in February. The … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (March 21st) announced details of an oral presentation to be held for the local, broad-format radio licence for the North Donegal franchise area. The presentation will take place on Monday 31st of March, in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny, commencing at 10.30 a.m. and is open to … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (10th March) published its new Guidelines in Respect of Coverage of Local and European Elections. The Guidelines, which have immediate effect, have been issued to all broadcasters in the State in advance of the local and European elections being held on Friday 23rd May, 2014. The Guidelines … Continued
Tugann scoileanna faoi na haerthonnta le haghaidh Sheachtain na Gaeilge 2014 Beidh an deis ag scoileanna fud fad na tíre oiliúint um léiriú raidió a fháil agus a gcuid clár a iontráil i gcomórtas náisiúnta atá á reáchtáil mar chuid de Sheachtain na Gaeilge 2014 le tacaíocht ó Údarás Craolacháin na hÉireann. Tá Seachtain na … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (28th February 2014) published the most recent broadcasting complaints decisions. At its meeting in January, the Compliance Committee of the BAI considered and upheld one complaint. Three complaints were resolved by the Executive Complaints Forum. The complaints related to the following broadcasts: Upheld by BAI Compliance Committee … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland has today (Thursday, 27th February) signed a television content provision contract with UTV Ireland Limited, under Section 71 of the Broadcasting Act. The contract was signed by Bob Collins, Chairperson and Michael O’Keeffe, Chief Executive, on behalf of the BAI and by John McCann, Group Chief Executive, UTV Media Plc … Continued
“The listening and viewing public have been at the core of the concerns of the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) since its inception and the audience will remain key stakeholders for the Authority in the years to come”. That’s according to Bob Collins, Chairperson of the BAI, speaking at the launch today (24.02.14) of the … Continued
Screentest is a series of events geared towards those who are at college and/or looking to work in film, television or radio. The events take place daily and feature some of the industry’s leading experts. FREELANCING FOR BEGINNERS Mon 17 Feb / Filmbase / 1pm A panel of experts will explore the skills needed to … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland has today (Tuesday February 11th) signed three, ten-year sound broadcasting contracts with RedFM, Spin1038, and WLRFM. The contracts with Spin 1038 and RedFM are for music-driven radio services targeting 15-34 year olds. Spin 1038 is available to listeners in Dublin City and County while RedFM is available in Cork City … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland is today (Thursday, 6th February) pleased to announce that it will enter into negotiations for a television content provision contract, under Section 71 of the Broadcasting Act, with UTV Ireland Limited. It is envisaged that the new service, ‘UTV Ireland’, will commence broadcasting in January 2015. Based primarily in Dublin, … Continued
The latest JNLR/Ipsos MRBI report into radio listening has been published today, 30th January 2014. The report covers the 12-month period from January to December 2013. All data is reported as “average” listening data for that 12- month period. No data will be published for any single month of the 12-month period. On behalf of … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has, today (23.01.14), confirmed receipt of a notification from the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Pat Rabbitte, of the resignation of Mr. John Waters from the Authority. Mr Waters was appointed to the Authority by the Government in September 2009. Since his appointment, he has served as … Continued
The BAI is supporting the Screen Directors Guild of Ireland’s Digital Biscuit 2014, a 2-day event featuring new technology, renowned directors, acclaimed creative and social media gurus in the Science Gallery, Trinity College Dublin from 22nd to 24th January. The Spotlight on Denmark series of events looks at a number of exciting funding developments in … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (17th January 2014) published the most recent broadcasting complaints decisions. Of the seven complaints considered by the Compliance Committee of the BAI, one was upheld in part and six were rejected. The complaints related to the following broadcasts: Upheld in part by BAI Compliance Committee Newstalk … Continued
Confirmation that the latest round of funding in BAI’s Sound and Vision Scheme closes 6th February; not today as stated in Irish Independent. See: http://www.bai.ie/?p=4082 http://www.bai.ie/?page_id=92
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (7th January) published the findings of a review undertaken regarding the future prospects for the licensing of commercial DTT. The review is the latest development in what has been a continuous process undertaken by the BAI to discharge its duties with regard to commercial DTT (Digital Terrestrial … Continued
In a statement reviewing the work of the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) during 2013, the Chief Executive, Michael O’Keeffe, described it as a busy year and one of significant achievement for the Authority. “2013 was the final year covered by the BAI’s first strategy document and many projects were drawn to a successful conclusion. … Continued
The BAI will operate the following office hours over the Christmas/New Year period. Monday 23rd December 9:00 am – 5:30 pm Tuesday 24th December (Christmas Eve) 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Wednesday 25th December (Christmas Day) Office Closed Thursday 26th December (St. Stephen’s Day) Office Closed Friday 27th December 9:00 am – 5:30 pm Monday 30th December … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (20th December 2013) published the most recent broadcasting complaint decisions. Of the five complaints considered by the Compliance Committee of the BAI, one was upheld in part and four were rejected. The BAI Executive Complaints Forum resolved one complaint. The complaints related to the following broadcasts: Upheld … Continued
The Contract Awards Committee (“the Committee”) of the BAI has today (19th December) announced that it agreed at its meeting held yesterday to recommend to the Authority of the BAI that it enter into a sound broadcasting contract with Midland Community Radio Services Limited, trading as Midlands 103, for the local broad-format sound broadcasting service … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (Thursday, December 19th) issued a call for applications under its Funding Scheme for the Archiving of Programme Material (“Archiving Scheme”). The Archiving Scheme has been designed to provide funding support for the development of an archiving culture in the Irish broadcasting sector, contributing to the preservation of … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (“BAI”) has today, 17th December 2013, announced the outcomes of Round 19 of the Sound and Vision Scheme. A package of funding recommendations totalling €4.489m was ratified by the Authority at their most recent meeting and will support the production of 88 Radio and 21 TV projects. When completed, the … Continued
PRESS RELEASE Ireland is changing; broadcasting standards are not black and white; and respect for the individual and groups in society matters most to viewers and listeners. These are the key findings of new research into public attitudes regarding programme standards in the broadcast media. The research was carried out by Ipsos MRBI on behalf … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) will seek and discuss views about broadcasting standards with broadcasters, programme makers, representative groups, as well as viewers and listeners during a unique ‘conversation’ event which will take place on Thursday, 12th December from 9.30am – 1pm at Smock Alley Theatre, 6 – 7 Lower Exchange Street, Dublin 8. … Continued
Following its consultation event with stakeholders earlier this week, the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (“BAI”) has announced revised closing dates for applications to Sound & Vision II – the Broadcasting Funding Scheme, in 2014. Three rounds will operate during 2014, two of which will be open funding rounds with a funding of €4.75m available towards … Continued
The need for support for young people in Ireland in negotiating and successfully interacting with myriad media platforms available to them, fell under the spotlight today with the publication of the 12-13Project Report by IFI Education. The report , which was funded by the Broadcasting Authority Ireland, highlights the enthusiasm and engagement of the 12-13 … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (2nd December) announced the receipt of three applications for two sound broadcasting services, which were advertised on 3rd September last. The relevant services and the number of applications received for each are as follows: Two applications received for a local broad-format sound broadcasting service for Sligo/North Leitrim/South … Continued
BAI Conversation on Programme Standards in the Broadcast Media The BAI will host a ‘Conversation’ on the issue of Programme Standards in the Broadcast Media on 12th December 2013 commencing at 10 am. The purpose of the event is to give people an opportunity to share their views on the issue of standards in broadcast … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (21st November) launched a public consultation on its draft Sound & Vision 3 Scheme. The Scheme is provided for under the Broadcasting Fund and will replace the existing Sound & Vision II Scheme. Broadcasters, programme makers, interest groups and members of the public will have until 12 … Continued
The BAI advertised a niche music-driven sound broadcasting service for Dublin City and County franchise area in June 2013. The closing date for receipt of applications for these three services was 23rd September last. For further information on the applications received, please click here .
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (13th November) signed two contracts for three ten-year sound broadcasting services with Shannonside FM / Northern Sound and Kfm. Shannonside FM and Northern Sound operate in the franchise areas of Longford/Roscommon/South Leitrim and Cavan/Monaghan respectively, while Kfm operates the service for the County Kildare franchise area. … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (7th November) published the most recent broadcasting complaint decisions. Of the nine complaints considered by the Compliance Committee of the BAI, one was upheld and eight were rejected. The BAI Executive Complaints Forum resolved three complaints. The complaints related to the following broadcasts: Upheld by BAI Compliance … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (4th November) announced the award of funding totalling €1.5m to seven successful applicants under the first round of the new BAI Archiving Scheme. The Scheme has been designed to provide funding support for the development of an archiving culture in the Irish broadcasting sector, contributing to the … Continued
The latest JNLR/Ipsos MRBI report into radio listening has been published today, 31st October 2013. The report covers the 12-month period from October 2012 to September 2013. All data is reported as “average” listening data for that 12- month period. No data will be published for any single month of the 12-month period. On behalf of the … Continued
The BAI advertised three commercial radio services for North Donegal and Laois/Offaly/Westmeath franchise areas in June 2013. The closing date for receipt of applications for these three services was 23rd September last. For further information on the applications received, please click here .
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland “BAI” is calling for applications to its Sponsorship Scheme 2014 This annual scheme provides financial and/or in kind support to a range of events and activities that are relevant to the work of the BAI and that assist the organisation to meet its objectives as set out in the BAI … Continued