Decisions
Members of the public have a right to complain if they see or hear content (broadcast or made available on an audiovisual on-demand service) that does not meet standards that are set out in statute (Part 3B of the Broadcasting and Other Media Regulation Acts 2009 and 2022) and/or in a media service code and rule.
The right to make a complaint is provided at section 48(1) of the Broadcasting and Other Media Regulation Acts 2009 and 2022.
Coimisiún na Meán’s role in relation to complaints is to consider a complaint and decide whether to:
- refer it to be handled by the relevant broadcaster or audiovisual on-demand media service provider;
- dismiss it (in certain circumstances); or
- consider it for investigation.
Where we do not refer a complaint to the relevant broadcaster or media service provider or dismiss it, we are required to refer the complaint to be considered for investigation. A decision to refer a complaint to be considered for investigation is not a decision that there has been a breach of statutory and/or regulatory standards in the complaint or that an investigation is warranted.
The criteria for our decision is set out in our complaints process.
We are required to publish notice of our complaint decisions on our website.
Database of complaint decisions
The database was last updated with decisions dated 25.02.2025
CAS-01142- F4K7S9
- Programme:
- Late Debate Broadcast
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 29.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46L(1)(b) & 46J(1)(d) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that xenophobic comments were made by a contributor in a political debate and that the presenter did not challenge these comments.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 25.02.2025
CAS-01193
- Programme:
- Drive Time
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Life FM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 14.03.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46J(1)(a), 46J(1)(e), 46L(1)(b) & 46L(4) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about the airing of a podcast from The Times of Israel, which discusses an Israel Defence Force (IDF) Commander’s comments at an IDF briefing. The complainant believes the broadcast promoted a one-sided view of the conflict in Gaza and that the broadcast did not meet requirements for fairness, objectivity and impartiality.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 25.02.2025
CAS-01221
- Programme:
- Six One News
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 12.02.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about an interview with the former Israeli ambassador to Ireland, Dana Erlich. The complaint alleges that inaccuracies were not challenged in the broadcast.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 25.02.2025
CAS-01234
- Programme:
- Bite the Bullet
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- TG4
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 22.03.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- BAI Code of Programme Standards: Principle 1 – Respect for Community Standards, Principle 2 – Importance of Context
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the movie depicted excessive cruelty and abuse against horses without prior warning or a confirmation following the broadcast that no horses were harmed in the making of the film.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 25.02.2025
CAS-01306
- Programme:
- Today with Claire Byrne
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 08.03.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the use of the word ‘stampede’ by the presenter when referring to the death of 118 Palestinian people, was dehumanising and implied the deaths were caused accidentally rather than as a result of the conflict.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 25.02.2025
CAS-01368
- Programme:
- The Morning Show with Declan Meehan
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- East Coast FM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 06.03.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about an interview with a spokesperson for a local group supporting Palestine, discussing the conflict in Gaza. The complaint alleges that the interviewer showed bias and unfairness, and lacked objectivity and impartiality.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 25.02.2025
CAS-01513
- Programme:
- The Tonight Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Virgin Media One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 20.11.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a panel discussion concerning the conflict between Israel and Palestine. The complaint alleges the broadcast was presented in a biased and partial manner towards Palestinians and Hamas.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 25.02.2025
CAS-01519
- Programme:
- Morning Ireland, News item
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 01.02.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about an EU Summit to agree a support package for Ukraine following the Hungarian Prime Minister’s earlier veto of the move. The complaint alleges the description of Mr Orban as an ally of Vladimir Putin was inaccurate and displayed partiality.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 25.02.2025
CAS-01562
- Programme:
- The Oliver Callan Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 27.03.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a) & 46J(1)(d) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about an illustration described by the presenter that depicted mental health issues in a humorous way prior to an interview examining ADHD and creativity. The complaint alleges that the segment caused harm and incitement of hatred towards the mental health community.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 25.02.2025
CAS-01628
- Programme:
- The Oliver Callan Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 05.04.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the interviewer failed to challenge boxing champion Chris Eubank when he mentioned Tony Quinn when discussing the film One Night in Millstreet.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 25.02.2025
CAS-01757
- Programme:
- 4pm News Bulletin
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 01.04.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- This news bulletin reported on the attacks on Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza, as well as protests in Jerusalem. The complaint alleges that the broadcaster presented a subjective, inaccurate and partial representation of facts, and omitted important context in the report.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 25.02.2025
CAS-01022
- Programme:
- Prime Time
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 14.12.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46L(1)(b) & 46J(1)(d) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a programme examining models of care for treating patients with gender identity issues. The complaint alleges the programme lacked fairness and balance.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 12.02.2025
CAS-01624
- Programme:
- RTÉ Investigates: Ireland's Abortion Services
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.04.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The programme focused on an examination of the government commissioned report which reviewed the provision of abortion services in Ireland. The complaint alleges that the programme was not impartial or objective and was biased, only sharing pro-abortion views on the matter.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 12.02.2025
CAS-01646
- Programme:
- 9 O'Clock News
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 17.04.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a), 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges the report on the cancellation of appointments in Irish hospitals was not objective or impartial.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 12.02.2025
CAS-01745
- Programme:
- RTÉ Investigates: Ireland's Abortion Services
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.04.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The programme focused on an examination of the government commissioned report which reviewed the provision of abortion services in Ireland. The complaint alleges that the programme was not impartial or objective and was biased, only sharing pro-abortion views on the matter.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 12.02.2025
CAS-01756
- Programme:
- RTÉ Investigates: Ireland's Abortion Services
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.04.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46K(1) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complainant alleges that their privacy was unreasonably encroached upon by covert recording in the broadcast
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 12.02.2025
CAS-01760
- Programme:
- RTÉ Investigates: Ireland's Abortion Services
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.04.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) & 46J(1)(d) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The programme focused on an examination of the government commissioned report which reviewed the provision of abortion services in Ireland. The complaint alleges that the programme was not impartial or objective and was biased, only sharing pro-abortion views on the matter.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 12.02.2025
CAS-01813
- Programme:
- RTÉ Investigates: Ireland's Abortion Services
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.04.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. BAI Code of Fairness, Objectivity & Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rule 4.1
- Short description:
- The programme focused on an examination of the government commissioned report which reviewed the provision of abortion services in Ireland. The complaint alleges that the programme was not impartial or objective and was biased, only sharing pro-abortion views on the matter.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 12.02.2025
CAS-01831
- Programme:
- RTÉ Investigates: Ireland's Abortion Services
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.04.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The programme focused on an examination of the government commissioned report which reviewed the provision of abortion services in Ireland. The complaint alleges that the programme was not impartial or objective and was biased, only sharing pro-abortion views on the matter.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 12.02.2025
CAS-01846
- Programme:
- RTÉ Investigates: Ireland's Abortion Services
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.04.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The programme focused on an examination of the government commissioned report which reviewed the provision of abortion services in Ireland. The complaint alleges that the programme was not impartial or objective and was biased, only sharing pro-abortion views on the matter.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 12.02.2025
CAS-01958
- Programme:
- RTÉ Investigates: Ireland's Abortion Services
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.04.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The programme focused on an examination of the government commissioned report which reviewed the provision of abortion services in Ireland. The complaint alleges that impartial or objective and was biased, only sharing pro-abortion views on the matter.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 12.02.2025
CAS-02057
- Programme:
- Prime Time
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 14.12.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46J(1)(d) & 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a programme examining models of care for treating patients with gender identity issues. The complaint alleges the programme lacked fairness and balance.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended
- Decision Date:
- 12.02.2025
CAS-01017
- Programme:
- Morning Mix
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- South East Radio
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 11.12.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46L(1)(a), 46L(1)(b) & 46K(1) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. BAI Code of Fairness, Objectivity & Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rules 22, 23 & 24. BAI Code of Programme Standards: Principle 7
- Short description:
- The complaint also concerns broadcasts on the 13th and 14th of December 2024 regarding the same matter. The complaint is about statements readout by the presenter in relation to an off-air incident. The complaint alleges that the presenter was not impartial or balanced, and misquoted statements.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 21.01.2025
CAS-01092
- Programme:
- Birds on the Wire
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- CRKC
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 06.03.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a discussion of the Family Bill referenda. The Complaint alleges that the discussion was one-sided and unbalanced.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 21.01.2025
CAS-01148
- Programme:
- Country Wide
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 17.02.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46L(1)(b), 46J(1)(a) & 46J(1)(e) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a discussion on the public consultation on the Government’s Threat Response Plan for the Hen Harrier. The complainant alleges that the discussion was misleading, factually incorrect and biased.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 21.01.2025
CAS-01153
- Programme:
- Upfront with Katie Hannon
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 08.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a debate discussing whether learning the Irish language should be compulsory in Irish schools. The complaint alleges that the composition and conduct of the panel were neither fair to all interests nor presented in an objective and impartial manner.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 21.01.2025
CAS-01155-Z6W5T8
- Programme:
- The Hard Shoulder
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Newstalk 106-108FM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 14.02.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- BAI Code of Programme Standards: Principle 1 – Respect for Community Standards, Principle 4 – Protection of Children
- Short description:
- The complaint is about the use of profane language during the broadcast, which was a discussion on the topic of bad language in a recent movie and the existence of a double standard in perceptions of swearing for men and women.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 21.01.2025
CAS-01167-P5S9G1
- Programme:
- Today with Claire Byrne
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 22.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. BAI Code of Fairness, Objectivity & Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rule 1
- Short description:
- The complaint is about an interview with the former Israeli ambassador. The complaint alleges that statements were made without any challenge and displayed a lack of objectivity.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 21.01.2025
CAS-01298
- Programme:
- Morning Mix & News Bulletins
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- South East Radio
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 11.12.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) & 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. BAI Code of Fairness, Objectivity & Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rules 23 & 24
- Short description:
- The complaint also concerns broadcasts on the 13th and 14th of December 2024 regarding the same matter. The complaint is about statements read out by the presenter in relation to an off-air incident. The complaint alleges that the presenter was not impartial or balanced, and misquoted statements.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 21.01.2025
CAS-01535
- Programme:
- Morning Ireland
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 08.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.BAI Code of Fairness, Objectivity & Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rule 1
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a news bulletin which reported on a diplomatic tour of the Middle East by the US Secretary of State and his condemnation of statements from Israel regarding the resettlement of Palestinians outside of Gaza. The complaint alleges that the reporting was inaccurate and may fuel anti-Israel/anti-Jewish sentiment.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 21.01.2025
CAS-01537
- Programme:
- Breakfast With Liam and Venetia
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Dublin’s Q102
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 29.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a), 46J(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. BAI Code of Programme Standards: Principle 1 – Respect for Community Standards Principle 2 – Importance of Context Principle 3 – Protection from Harm Principle 5 – Respect for Persons and Groups in Society Principle 6 – Protection of the Public Interest
- Short description:
- The broadcast included an announcement of a lottery win, followed by an exchange between the presenters. The complaint alleges that comments made were misogynistic and offensive.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss the complaint pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 21.01.2025
CAS-01033
- Programme:
- The Late Late Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 26.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46J(1)(a) & 46J(1)(d) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about Bambi Thug's Eurosong performance on The Late Late Show. The complainant alleges that the material is offensive and has the potential to incite hatred against vulnerable people with mental health and identity issues.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 10.12.2024
CAS-01114
- Programme:
- News Bulletin
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- IRadio
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 17.02.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46L(1)(a), 46J(1)(a) & 46J(1)(d) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a comment made by an interviewee within a news report regarding a protest in support of Palestine.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 10.12.2024
CAS-01178
- Programme:
- Liveline
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 22.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The programme includes a discussion surrounding the Garda investigation and the decision not to prosecute Ian Bailey for the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier. The complainant alleges that the segment was not presented in an objective and impartial manner.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 10.12.2024
CAS-01515
- Programme:
- Six One News
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 24.11.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complainant is about the reporting of the Dublin Riots in November 2023. The complaint alleges that the report was not objective and impartial and that the reporter made negative inferences about the socioeconomic status of the looters.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 10.12.2024
CAS-01516
- Programme:
- Nighttime Talk with Niall Boylan
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Classic Hits 4 FM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 03.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46J(1)(b) & 46J(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. BAI Code of Fairness, Objectivity and Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rule 1 & 2
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a discussion about US politics. The complaint alleges that the content included disinformation and inaccuracies in terms of migration and the effects thereof.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 10.12.2024
CAS-01517
- Programme:
- McDonalds TV Advertisement
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 12.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- BAI General Commercial Communications Code: Principle 1
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a McDonalds McMuffin advertisement. The Complaint alleges that the advert is misleading as it implies that the bacon in McMuffin comes from free range pigs.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 10.12.2024
CAS-01518
- Programme:
- Nine News
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 23.11.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46L(1)(a) & 46K(1) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the disclosure of the hospital which a suspect in a stabbing incident was being treated at was a breach of objectivity and impartiality standards and encroached on the privacy of the individual being treated in the hospital.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 10.12.2024
CAS-02089
- Programme:
- Tipp Today
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Tipp FM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 12.08.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. Code of Programme Standards: Principles 5 & 6
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a segment where a letter from a member of the public was read on air in relation to men cutting rhododendron flowers in the woods. The complainant alleges that the broadcast was not fair, impartial or objective to the men described in the letter.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 10.12.2024
CAS-02213
- Programme:
- The Pat Kenny Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Newstalk
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 16.09.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about an interview where a crime journalist and author discusses his new book about the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier in 1996. The complainant alleges that the segment was not presented in an objective and impartial manner.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 10.12.2024
CAS-01147
- Programme:
- The Michael Reade Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- LMFM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 04.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. Code of Fairness, Objectivity and Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rules 17, 19, 20, 22 and 24.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a discussion with two Louth County Councillors regarding Louth County Council’s handling of a Freedom of Information (FOI) request from The Michael Reade Show for records relating to the removal of a motion from a Louth County Council agenda.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 26.11.2024
CAS-01262
- Programme:
- The Michael Reade Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- LMFM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 29.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. Code of Fairness, Objectivity and Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rules 17, 19, 20, 22 and 24.
- Short description:
- The complaint refers to a discussion with a contributing Dublin City Councillor regarding Louth County Council’s handling of a Freedom of Information (FOI) request from The Michael Reade Show.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 26.11.2024
CAS-01263
- Programme:
- The Michael Reade Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- LMFM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 09.02.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. Code of Fairness, Objectivity and Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rules 17, 19, 20, 22 and 24.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a discussion on the removal of a motion from the agenda of a meeting of Louth County Council.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 26.11.2024
CAS-01316
- Programme:
- The Michael Reade Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- LMFM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 16.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. Code of Fairness, Objectivity and Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rules 17, 19, 20, 22 and 24.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a discussion of the removal of a motion from a Louth County Council agenda and the subsequent handling of an FOI request relating to the matter.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 26.11.2024
CAS-01317
- Programme:
- The Michael Reade Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- LMFM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 17.01.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended. Code of Fairness, Objectivity and Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rules 17, 19, 20, 22 and 24.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about a discussion on the removal of a motion from a Louth County Council agenda and the subsequent handling of an FOI request relating to the matter.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 26.11.2024
CAS-01503
- Programme:
- Six One News
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 13.09.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complainant alleges that the political correspondent was not objective when reporting on RTÉ’s financial issues, following the Director General’s appearance before the Oireachtas Media Committee.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 26.11.2024
CAS-01514
- Programme:
- Six One News
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 07.12.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The Complaint is about a report covering domestic violence statistics. The complaint alleges that the report was discriminatory to men and male victims of domestic abuse.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 26.11.2024
CAS-02128
- Programme:
- The Michael Reade Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- LMFM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 16.02.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint is about an interview with a county Councillor, where the complainant alleges that questions asked by the presenter included commentary that was factually incorrect and showed the presenter’s personal views.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 26.11.2024
CAS-01189
- Programme:
- RSA Advertisement “Who Was Mary Ward”
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 27.09.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- General Commercial Communications Code: Principle 1 – Legal, Honest, Decent and Truthful.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the advertisement was misleading.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 16.10.2024
CAS-01420
- Programme:
- 9am News
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 24.11.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the report was not objective or impartial.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 16.10.2024
CAS-01445
- Programme:
- News at One
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 16.06.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) and (b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the contributor’s remarks were not objective and went unchallenged by the presenter, that the broadcast was unbalanced as there was no representative to counter the views of the contributor and in the absence of an opposing view, the presenter did not provide objectivity or impartiality.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended
- Decision Date:
- 16.10.2024
CAS-01448
- Programme:
- Liveline
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 21.06.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) and Section 46J(1)(b) and (e) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the broadcast was not objective, impartial or fair to all interest and the discussion incited listeners to crime against a protected species.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended
- Decision Date:
- 16.10.2024
CAS-01501
- Programme:
- News Bulletins 07:00-09:00
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Lyric FM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 02.10.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the use of the term ’far-right’ in a news report was not objective or impartial.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 16.10.2024
CAS-01505
- Programme:
- The Late Late Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 13.10.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended, and Code of Programme Standards: Principle 1 – Respect for Community Standards.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the comments made by contributors on the programme and the use of the word “Jesus” were offensive to women and Christians, and that the comments were not challenged by the presenter.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 16.10.2024
CAS-01509
- Programme:
- News at One
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 17.11.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(d) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the reporting on a victim impact statement was likely to incite violence or hatred against immigrants.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended
- Decision Date:
- 16.10.2024
CAS-01510
- Programme:
- News at One
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 17.11.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(d) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the reporting on a victim impact statement was likely to incite violence or hatred against migrants and social welfare recipients.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 16.10.2024
CAS-01512
- Programme:
- Today with Claire Byrne
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 03.10.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that broadcast displayed bias, that the presenter expressed their own views on the topic of the church blessing same-sex marriages and did not challenge contributors’ remarks about the Catholic church.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 16.10.2024
CAS-01149
- Programme:
- The Michael Reade Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- LMFM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 03.05.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Programme Standards: Principle 1 – Respect for Community Standards. Section 46J(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the presenter’s questioning of the interviewee was not impartial or professional.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 25.09.2024
CAS-01356
- Programme:
- Morning Ireland
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 10.10.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Sections 46L(1)(a) & 46J(1)(d) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the report on events in Gaza was not objective or impartial, and that the reporter’s language could incite violence or terrorism.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 25.09.2024
CAS-01436
- Programme:
- Lunchtime Live
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Newstalk
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 30.08.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged the broadcast was unfair and lacked impartiality, and the presenter's tone and approach were dismissive of certain contributors.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 25.09.2024
CAS-01442
- Programme:
- Ireland AM
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Virgin Media One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 27.04.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Programme Standards: Principle 1 – Respect for Community Standards, Principle 2 – Importance of Context, Principle 5 – Respect for Persons or Groups in Society, Principle 6 – Protection of Public Interest
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged the presenter’s remarks were disparaging, slanderous, offensive and defamatory, and tweets included in the broadcast were misattributed as anti-trans.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 25.09.2024
CAS-01443
- Programme:
- The Michael Reade Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- LMFM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 03.05.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Fairness, Objectivity and Impartiality in News and Current Affairs, Rules 3 and 22:
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the presenter’s questioning of the interviewee was not impartial or professional.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 25.09.2024
CAS-01502
- Programme:
- News
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Lyric FM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 04.10.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged the broadcast was unfair and lacked impartiality.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 25.09.2024
CAS-01504
- Programme:
- Nationwide
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 18.08.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Fairness, Objectivity and Impartiality in News and Current Affairs: Rule 4.1. Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the broadcast was biased, not fair to all interests, and contained inaccuracies.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 25.09.2024
CAS-01507
- Programme:
- Today with Claire Byrne
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 13.10.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that a question put to the interviewee was unfair and inappropriate.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 25.09.2024
CAS-01508
- Programme:
- Today with Claire Byrne
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 13.10.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the interviewee was not treated fairly, and the issue was not presented in an objective and impartial manner.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 25.09.2024
CAS-01707
- Programme:
- News Bulletin
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- FM104
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 28.09.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges the report was not balanced or impartial, and that the interviews were only conducted with people who held the same view on the subject.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 25.09.2024
CAS-01188
- Programme:
- Liveline
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.08.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Fairness, Objectivity and Impartiality: Rules 3, 19, 22 & 23. Section 46J(1)(a) & 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the presenter was not impartial and did not deal fairly with the interviewee during the discussion on an upcoming concert and song lyrics.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01430
- Programme:
- Liveline
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.08.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Fairness, Objectivity and Impartiality: Rules 1, 2 & 3.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the presenter was not impartial and did not deal fairly with the interviewee during the discussion on an upcoming concert.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01444
- Programme:
- Prime Time
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 30.05.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the presenter was not impartial when discussing a national women’s organisation’s corporate governance controversies.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01447
- Programme:
- Prime Time
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 30.05.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the presenter was not impartial when discussing a national women’s organisation’s corporate governance controversies.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01449
- Programme:
- The Sunday Game
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ 2
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 02.07.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that a comment made by one of the panelists was offensive to sufferers of Long Covid.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01483
- Programme:
- The Sunday Game
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ 2
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 02.07.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a) & (d) of the Broadcasting Act, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that a comment made by one of the panelists was offensive to sufferers of Long Covid.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01486
- Programme:
- The Sunday Game
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ 2
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 02.07.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that a comment made by one of the panelists was offensive to sufferers of Long Covid.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01494
- Programme:
- The Sunday Game
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ 2
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 02.07.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that a comment made by one of the panelists was offensive to sufferers of Long Covid.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01495
- Programme:
- Morning Ireland
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 24.08.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Fairness, Objectivity and Impartiality: Rule 1.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the interview with the Minister of Health in relation to the expansion of the HPV vaccine was not conducted in an objective and impartial manner.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01498
- Programme:
- Liveline
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.08.2024
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the presenter was not impartial and did not deal fairly with the interviewee during the discussion on an upcoming concert.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01500
- Programme:
- The Sunday Game
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ 2
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 02.07.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that a comment made by one of the panelists was offensive to sufferers of Long Covid.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01511
- Programme:
- Morning Ireland
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 17.11.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a) & (d) and Section 46L(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleges that the broadcaster did not present objectively and impartially, and incited hatred towards men, when reporting on the conflict in Gaza.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 04.09.2024
CAS-01417
- Programme:
- Drivetime
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.03.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Fairness, Objectivity & Impartiality: Rule 1.
- Short description:
- The complaint concerns the use of the term ‘eviction ban’ and alleged that the broadcast lacked impartiality when discussing the legal implications of ending tenancies
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 21.08.2024
CAS-01439
- Programme:
- The Dry
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Player
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 31.03.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Section 46J(1)(a), 46J(1)(d) & 46J(1)(e) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the use of language within the drama programme was coarse and caused harm and undue offence on the basis of religion.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 21.08.2024
CAS-01355
- Programme:
- Morning Ireland
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 24.03.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Programme Standards: Principle 1 – Respect for Community Standards. Section 46J(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the use of the term “British Isles” was offensive to the complainant and Irish people.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 21.08.2024
CAS-01440 / CAS-01429
- Programme:
- Six One News
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ One
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 19.04.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Programme Standards: Principle 5 - Respect for Persons and Groups in Society. Sections 46J(1)(a), 46J(1)(d) & 46L(1)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaints alleged that the news reports on the sentencing of a convicted murderer inaccurately implied that the person committed the murder due to having bipolar disorder, which caused harm and offence and promoted or incited violence or hatred toward people who have bipolar disorder
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 21.08.2024
CAS-01441
- Programme:
- Drive It with the 2 Johnnies
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ 2FM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 19.04.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Programme Standards: Principal 6 -Protection of the Public Interest. Sections 46J(1)(a) & 46J(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged that the discussion about avoiding paying for goods in shops, altering documents to secure discounts from retailers and pilfering caused harm and undue offence to retailers, and promoted or incited the public to commit a crime.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation, pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended
- Decision Date:
- 21.08.2024
CAS-01543
- Programme:
- Today with Claire Byrne
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 15.03.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Fairness, Objectivity & Impartiality: Rule 1
- Short description:
- The complaint concerns the use of the term ‘eviction ban’ and alleged that the broadcast lacked impartiality when discussing a proposal to give a tax break to landlords
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss (pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 21.08.2024
CAS-01413
- Programme:
- Advertisement for Travel Department
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 23.03.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- General Commercial Communications Code: Principle 2 – Human Dignity, Offence and Harm
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged the advertisement encouraged behaviour prejudicial to the protection of the environment.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss - pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended
- Decision Date:
- 10.07.2024
CAS-01415
- Programme:
- Advertisement for Eir Gigabit Fibre Broadband
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Newstalk 106-108FM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 16.03.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- General Commercial Communications Code: Principle 1 – Human Dignity, Offence and Harm, Rules 4.1 and 5.4
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged the advertisement contained misleading claims about cable broadband and unsubstantiated claims comparing fibre and cable broadband..
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to the broadcaster for consideration under its Code of Practice for Complaint Handling, pursuant to section 48(3) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Decision Date:
- 10.07.2024
CAS-01416
- Programme:
- Scoreline
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- KCLR FM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 26.03.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Programme Standards: Principle 5 – Respect for Persons and Groups in Society. Sections 46J(1)(a)(d) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged the use of certain language within the broadcast caused harm and undue offence on the basis of religion.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss - Pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended
- Decision Date:
- 10.07.2024
CAS-01437
- Programme:
- Liveline
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- RTÉ Radio 1
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 13.03.2013
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Programme Standards: Principle 6 – Protection of the Public Interest Section. 46J(1)(b) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged the treatment of a discussion about cat culling, promoted or incited the public to commit a crime.
- Outcome:
- Dismissed
- Decision:
- Dismiss - Pursuant to section 48(4)(a) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 10.07.2024
CAS-01438
- Programme:
- The Ray Foley Show
- Broadcast / VOD service:
- Today FM
- Date broadcast or accessed:
- 21.04.2023
- Statute and/or regulatory code:
- Code of Programme Standards: Principle 5 – Respect for Persons and Groups in Society. Sections 46J(1)(a)(d) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended.
- Short description:
- The complaint alleged the presenter of the programme made a xenophobic comment about a person’s nationality.
- Outcome:
- Referred
- Decision:
- Refer the complaint to an authorised person to be considered for investigation (pursuant to section 48(5) of the Broadcasting Act 2009, as amended)
- Decision Date:
- 10.07.2024