The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland was very grateful for the opportunity to meet with European Commissioner Michael McGrath, whose responsibilities span the most fundamental issues for citizens across Europe including Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection.

We were able discuss the essential and trusted services our independent radio sector provides and the opportunities presented by the comprehensive European Democracy Shield which the Commissioner launched recently. Matters discussed included preserving trusted services, developing societal and media resilience, and protecting prominent access and findability for citizens to radio on vehicle dashboards, digital devices and platforms.

We in IBI were very impressed by the engagement and knowledge and commitment of the Commissioner and his team across all of the areas raised.

Pictured below with Commissioner McGrath are Chris Doyle, Board Member, IBI and CEO of Bauer Media Audio Ireland; Michael Kelly FPRII, Chief Executive, IBI; and John Purcell, Chair, IBI and CEO of KCLR96FM.