Should news bulletins have a dedicated segment for the arts?
a dedicated section for the arts
on RTÉ's Six One News.
Speaking to RTÉ last week, the actor said that a regular arts segment on the six o'clock news – similar to the sports coverage – would be a 'great testament' to the late Sean Rocks and to President Michael D. Higgins as he nears the end of his term in office.
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Aengus Ó Snodaigh TD, Sinn Féin's spokesperson for arts and culture, has backed the idea, saying that this would 'strengthen the visibility' of the arts.
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Should news bulletins have a dedicated segment for the arts?
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Yes, it should have regular coverage
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Only if there's significant news
(138)
No, it shouldn't have regular coverage
(86)
Yes, it should have regular coverage
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