RTÉ urged not to geo-block news programming in the North

Fianna Fáil TD for Cavan-Monaghan Brendan Smith, is calling on RTÉ to clarify why its news programming is geo-blocked in Northern Ireland.

This call for action follows numerous complaints from residents in Northern Ireland who have expressed frustration over their inability to access RTÉ's news programming.

Smith expressed concern over the restricted access, stating, "It is unacceptable that citizens in Northern Ireland are unable to access RTÉ’s news programming. As a public service broadcaster, RTÉ has a duty to provide comprehensive news coverage to all people across Ireland, regardless of geographical location. The current geo-blocking measures undermine this responsibility.

"The people of Northern Ireland have a right to access the same public service broadcasting as their fellow citizens in the Republic. I urge RTÉ to address this issue urgently and to communicate their plans for ensuring full accessibility across all 32 counties. RTÉ must stand by its commitment to serve the entire island of Ireland."