The BAI will operate the following office hours over the Christmas/New Year period. Monday 23rdĀ 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 30thĀ 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 (āthe Committeeā) 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 (āArchiving Schemeā).Ā 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 (āBAIā) has today, 17th December 2013, announced the outcomes of Round 19 of the Sound and Vision Scheme. A package of funding recommendations totalling ā¬4.489m was ratified by the Authority at their most recent meeting and will support the production of 88 Radio and 21 TV projects. Ā 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.Ā 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 āconversationā event which will take place on Thursday, 12th December from 9.30am ā 1pm at Smock Alley Theatre, 6 ā 7 Lower Exchange Street, Dublin 8. … Continued
Following its consultation event with stakeholders earlier this week, the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (āBAIā) 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 ā¬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.Ā 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 āConversationā 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.Ā The Scheme is provided for under the Broadcasting Fund and will replace the existing Sound & Vision II Scheme.Ā 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 . Ā
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.Ā 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.Ā … 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 ā¬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 OctoberĀ 2013. The report covers the 12-month period from October 2012 toĀ September 2013.Ā All data is reported as āaverageā 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 . Ā
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland āBAIā 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
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (22nd October) signed a contract for a ten-year sound broadcasting service, for the franchise area of Dublin City and County, with Radio Two Thousand Limited (t/a 98FM).Ā The contract is for a music-driven, local sound broadcasting service for 25-44 year olds. Speaking at the contract signing, Bob … Continued
The public has until 5pm tomorrow (Tuesday, 22nd October) to submit views on how they want the Irish broadcasting sector to be shaped over the next three years. Since August, the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has been accepting submissions from the public on a new strategy which will cover the period 2014 to 2016. … Continued
Normal 0 false false false EN-IE X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (18thOctober 2013) published the most recent broadcasting complaint decisions. Ā The Compliance Committee of the BAI has upheld one complaint and rejected 12. The 13 complaints considered related to the following broadcasts: Ā Upheld by BAI Compliance Committee … Continued
The public have just two weeks left to submit their views on how they want the Irish broadcasting sector to be shaped over the next three years. The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) is currently accepting submissions from the public on a new strategy which will cover the period 2014 to 2016.Ā A draft strategy … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (25th September) signed contracts for three ten-year sound broadcasting services for the franchise areas of Dublin, Wexford and Wicklow.Ā The services are operated by FM104, South East Radio, and East Coast Radio respectively. Speaking at the contract signings, Bob Collins, Chairperson of the BAI, said: āWe are … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (23rd September) announced the receipt of six applications for three sound broadcasting services, which were advertised on June 25th last.Ā The relevant services and the number of applications received for each one are: Two applications received for a local broad-format sound broadcasting service for North Donegal (the … Continued
Round 19 of the Broadcasting Funding Scheme closed last week. 287 applications were received, requesting ā¬14.93m in funding. Well over half of the applications received were for documentaries. The BAI has a funding allocation for the round of ā¬3.5m. Funding decisions are expected by mid-December.
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (10th September) released the most recent broadcasting complaint decisions. The Compliance Committee of the BAI rejected three complaints; upheld one (in part) and three complaints were resolved by the BAIās Executive Complaints Forum. The seven complaints considered related to the following broadcasts: Upheld in Part by … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (āBAIā) has today, 9th September 2013, announced the outcomes of Round 18 of the Sound and Vision Scheme. Grants totalling ā¬4.462m have been offered to broadcasters and independent producers to support the production of 102 Radio and 17 TV projects. When completed, the funded projects will be broadcast by a … Continued
The BAI has posted to its website revised versions of its Guides published to assist applicants in making a submission for a competitive radio licence.Ā An administrative error was noted in Section 9, Summary of Proposals, in the relevant Guides.Ā This Section included references to a target audience (35-55).Ā This target audience is not relevant … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (3rd September) placed public notices in a national newspaper seeking applications for two sound broadcasting services.Ā The relevant two services are: A local broad-format sound broadcasting service for Sligo/North Leitrim/South Donegal (the service is currently operated by Ocean FM and this contract will expire on 30th September, … Continued
The Consultation launch event was held on 27th August at 11:30am. You can view a video of the event at the link below: http://clients.dv4.com/BaiLive/
Relevant Irish content for Irish audiences must have a central place in any view of the future of broadcasting.Ā Thatās according to the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI), which today (27th August) launched a public consultation on its strategy for the next three years. Speaking at the launch, Bob Collins, Chairperson of the BAI, said: … Continued
On the 20th September, Dublin Culture Night, the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland will open its doors and present an evening celebrating all things audio and radio. The BAI Building at 2-5 Warrington Place, Dublin will be open between 5pm and 9pm.Ā Pop Up Museum – Open to all – no ticket necessary For one night … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (8th August) published its new Guidelines in Respect of Coverage of Referenda.Ā The Guidelines, which have immediate effect, have been issued to all broadcasters in the State in advance of the referenda being held on 4th October, 2013. The referenda concern the proposal to establish a new … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (āBAIā) has today (7th August) launched a new Sectoral Learning and Development initiative to enable Temporary Radio Services apply to the BAI for funding towards learning, development and/or evaluation activities. A Temporary Radio Service is one licensed by the BAI to broadcast for a period of up to 30 days … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (āBAIā) is seeking applications for short-term research projects under its Media Research Funding Scheme 2013, which was launched today 30th July 2013. The Media Research Funding Scheme 2013 provides funding to academics to conduct media related research on topical issues pertaining to the broadcasting industry. The closing date for applications … Continued
The latest JNLR/Ipsos MRBI report into radio listening has been published today, 25th July 2013.Ā The report covers the 12-month period from July 2012 to June 2013 On behalf of the JNLR Committee, a media release and summary information tables are available for download here. Please note: Media queries regarding individual programme or station … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has today (July 24th) released the most recent broadcasting complaints decisions. The Compliance Committee of the BAI has upheld one complaint and rejected four. One complaint was resolved by the Executive Complaints Forum. One Complaint Upheld by BAI Compliance Committee in respect of the following programme: RTĆ Radio One … Continued
Ā The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland has, today (18th July), published its recommendations in respect of the required levels of funding for the public service broadcasters (PSBs), TG4 and RTĆ, over the next five years. Under section 124(8) of the Broadcasting Act, 2009, the BAI is required, on a five-yearly basis, to conduct a review of … Continued
The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) has welcomed the Governmentās response to the BAIās five year review of funding for public service broadcasters, and the associated recommendations made by the Authority. Under Section 124(8) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, the BAI is required to undertake a five-yearly review of the adequacy of public funding to … Continued