RTÉ should not be held to ransom in order to secure funding, says NUJ
The union has urged the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sports, and Media to expedite publication of the expert reports on RTÉ and to end the uncertainty over the funding of public service broadcasting in Ireland.
NUJ condemns “disturbing” attacks of the media during the Derry Easter Monday commemorations
The union has strongly condemned the harassment and intimidation of reporters and photographers covering the anniversary of the 1916 Rising on the streets of Derry.
NUJ welcomes improved protections for journalists targeted with lawfare
The European Council has adopted the anti-SLAPP directive with safeguards to protect media freedom and journalists facing strategic lawsuits against public participation.
NUJ tribute to Charlie Bird
The funeral of Charlie Bird takes place at the Mansion House, Dublin on 14 March. The NUJ will be represented by the union’s joint vice presidents Fran McNulty and Gerry Curran, Emma O’Kelly, chair of Dublin broadcasting branch and Séamus Dooley, Irish secretary.
Gardaí demand access to media far-right photos
The NUJ has stressed action by An Garda Síochána to obtain images of far-right riots poses danger to the safety of photojournalists.
NUJ concerned about “dire consequences” for journalists following court’s refusal to permit intervention
The union had hoped to intervene in a legal challenge on sexual offences suspect reporting.
NUJ statement on PAC report
The union has welcomed publication of the Public Accounts Committee report on financial management of RTÉ.
Irish Congress of Trade Unions – Support for ‘Ireland For All’ national demonstration
NUJ members can join a national demonstration backed by ICTU in Dublin on Saturday 2nd March, celebrating diversity and showing that discrimination and racism have no place in Ireland.
NUJ calls for focus on funding of public service broadcasting
NUJ members and trade union colleagues will demonstrate against the ongoing funding crisis at RTÉ at lunchtime today.
NUJ calls for open court judicial hearings into unlawful journalists’ surveillance
The union has strongly urged long-awaited hearings of the Investigatory Powers Tribunal into targeted covert surveillance of journalists Barry McCaffrey and Trevor Birney by UK authorities, be held in open court.
