Petula Martyn 'honoured' to take up Mid West Correspondent role
Petula will be reporting and providing analysis across RTÉ News platforms on social, economic, cultural and political developments across the midwest region, including the counties of Limerick, Clare and north Tipperary.
Petula joined RTÉ News in 2011 and has worked as a multimedia journalist across television, radio and online platforms.
She currently presents business news on Morning Ireland, the One O'Clock News, and Drivetime, regularly interviewing senior business leaders, economists and policymakers.
She has also presented some of RTÉ's flagship radio programmes including Morning Ireland, This Week and The Business, as well as coverage of political party conferences and for RTÉ Sport during the Olympic Games.
A passionate Limerick hurling supporter, Petula reported on Limerick's All-Ireland successes, including an RTÉ Radio One documentary, Limerick: Pure Proud, which captured the joy and pride of a county renowned for its love of sport.
She has also reported on general elections from the midwest, as well as the election and inauguration of the first directly elected mayor.
Petula began her journalism career in the region, reporting for Limerick's Live 95FM and later as a journalist with the Limerick Leader.
Commenting on her new role, Petula said: "Having grown up, studied, and started my journalism career in the region, I am delighted to return to take up the role of Mid West Correspondent.
"I'm looking forward to covering the stories that matter to the people of Limerick, Clare and north Tipperary, including challenges in healthcare, housing, infrastructure, as well as cultural events and no doubt, sporting triumphs.
"I am honoured to have been given the opportunity to continue the great work that Cathy Halloran did for over 30 years.
"I care deeply about this region and its people, and I'm committed to telling their stories with integrity and dedication, as a consistent and trusted voice for RTÉ News."
Petula Martyn will take up her new role this autumn.
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