Media Willie O’Reilly: Applicants who think RTÉ needs to be shaken up may get a prompt rejection letterFaced with the task of replacing Jon Williams as head of news, the national broadcaster will be seeking a candidate with two competing talents
Willie O’Reilly: NSO’s move to the NCH could be pitch perfect The National Symphony Orchestra, based at RTÉ since the 1940s, has now moved to the National Concert Hall – and the collaboration will suit them both
Willie O’Reilly: How traditional and social media are cutting through the fog of war in UkraineThe Russian invasion is likely to dominate the news agenda for some time, though some have questioned the West’s sudden espousal of the Ukrainian cause
RTÉ has ‘nothing to hide’ as it seeks trusted journalism certification Jon Williams, managing director of news, hopes that receipt of the global Journalism Trust Initiative mark will further enhance public faith in the national broadcaster
Willie O’Reilly: A win-win as TV rivals team up for the Six NationsThe unexpected truce between RTÉ and Virgin may be down to the personalities at the top, but the result is a free-to-air winner for fans
Willie O’Reilly: RTE should enjoy its successful spin on the dance floorThe punters are crying out for a bit of sparkle and fun to carry us through the dark months, and Dancing With the Stars is a perfect fit
Willie O’Reilly: Tiernan outstanding in a field of his own makingLong renowned as a clever comedian, Tommy Tiernan is these days turning the chat show on its head with his own patented formula
Willie O’Reilly: A fresh start could be a pipe dream in 2022From Facebook’s social responsibilities to the future of the licence fee, expect some well-worn debates to get another airing in the coming year
Willie O’Reilly: Internet won’t kill radio, but lack of funding mightThe popularity of both local and national stations soared during the pandemic, but their survival depends on more than just love
Willie O’Reilly: Media coverage of Storm Barra overblownWhile people need a bit of notice to prepare for an incoming storm, the deluge of reporting on these ‘events’ nowadays is over the top
Willie O’Reilly: Why we need roaming for our holiday viewingEuropean television could do with some harmonisation, but even when you’re far from home, you can still immerse yourself in events on our little island
Willie O’Reilly: New approach needed for public to buy into climate action A burning issue can become a boring issue pretty quickly, unless urgency is maintained through a vigorous public information campaign
Willie O’Reilly: Simon Young’s showmanship always kept the party goingThe well-liked former RTÉ DJ, who passed away last week, could always be relied upon to infuse charm, humour and enthusiasm into everything he did
Willie O’Reilly: When Haughey’s entitlement did the state some serviceA fascinating new book analyses the rift that developed between RTÉ and a young Charles Haughey in the 1960s
RTÉ chief: ‘We want to equip audiences with the information they need to take action on climate change’The national broadcaster is to boost its climate coverage including offering rolling reports on the upcoming UN Climate Change conference in Glasgow
‘Conflict of interest’ fears held up RTÉ board appointments for monthsTelevision producer Larry Bass, who resigned from the board of the national broadcaster last week, was delayed in taking up his position earlier this year when RTÉ voiced concerns to the Minister for Communications
Livescore users will not have to bet to watch matchesFans will be required to register with the sports app but will not have to open a gambling account to access Champions League broadcasts
Willie O’Reilly: More twits than wits lurking in RTÉ’s mailbagSome people, for reasons best known to themselves, feel the need to comment on everything from ‘bimbos’ presenting the weather to journalists’ attractive hands
John Walsh: Plight of BBC is a cautionary tale for our own national broadcasterCutting the ballast of underperforming offspring such as RTÉ2 would not be popular, but at stake is the future of independent media and, ultimately, democracy
Willie O’Reilly: Who will be the caped crusader to come to the rescue of RTÉ?Last week’s alarming report on Montrose’s finances has confirmed it will take more than minor tweaks to save our beleaguered national broadcaster