The Irish Secretary of the National Union of Journalists has warned that many journalists in Ireland are fearful for their livelihood as a result of the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. Séamus Dooley said that at a time when the public is…
Last Updated 28 March 2020 The quickest and easiest way to apply for the Covid-19 unemployment payment is through the Department of Social Protection online portal www.MyWelfare.ie. The Irish government has introduced a COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment. This emergency payment is available both…
Due to the developing Covid-19 Coronavirus situation, a decision has been taken to postpone the Freelance Forum. An update will be issued once a new schedule has bene prepared. Freelance Forum is coming. The next Freelance Forum will take place…
The National Union of Journalists has expressed grave concern at disturbing scenes outside the courthouse in Derry today when journalists covering the appearance of a man accused of the murder of journalist Lyra McKee were subject to intimidation from protesters. Paul…
Just go into a crowded room and proclaim, ‘All the world’s a stage’ and listen to the loud response, ‘And all the men and women merely players.’ Then the proceedings will turn into a maudlin feat of recall as the…
The National Union of Journalists has paid tribute to RTÉ broadcaster and union member Marian Finucane who died suddenly at her home yesterday. She was aged 69 and recognised as a pioneering of Irish broadcasting who paved the way for…
The National Union of Journalists has expressed “grave disappointment” at the decision of the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland not to investigate interference in the editorial independence of their radio stations by Communicorp. The decision was confirmed in a letter to…
The National Union of Journalists has urged the government to broaden the remit of the proposed commission on the future of public service broadcasting in Ireland to include all media. In a statement, Séamus Dooley, Irish Secretary said a…
The NUJ has welcomed the announcement that RTÉ is not to proceed with the proposed sale of the RTÉ Guide. Staff were advised of the decision today (December 5). In a statement Séamus Dooley, Irish Secretary said: “The NUJ was…
The Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) have just launched an Open Call for the 12th ASEF Journalists’ Seminar (ASEFJS12). This is a two-day training event focused on Media Trust and Information, fully funded for young journalists from Asia & Europe. ASEF welcomes…