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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
RTE shakeup as visionary behind groundbreaking series Kin and Love/Hate to take on ‘crucial' new role
RTE are shaking things up in one of their "crucial" TV departments. The national station appointed David Crean as the new Head of Drama, following an external competition. 3 David Crean has been appointed as the Head Of Drama for RTE Credit: RTE 3 David helped to develop all five seasons of Love/Hate Credit: RTE David joined The RTE star, who's currently working as Acting Head of Drama, has developed and produced with a range of co-production partners a slate of successful drama series, such as Kin, Taken Down, Hidden Assets, Smother, The Gone and The Boy That Never Was. He also developed all five seasons of Love/Hate with Stuart Carolan and Steve Matthews. David has shared his excitement to take on the new role saying: "It is an honour to be appointed as the RTE Head of Drama as we have recently announced an unprecedented slate of original Irish drama in production which will deliver 142 hours of high-quality, homegrown storytelling across screens in Ireland and around the world this year with plenty more planned commissions to come. read more on rte "I'm really looking forward to collaborating with our brilliant broadcast partners to bring these amazing series of Irish storytelling to audiences, firmly placing great local Irish drama on the international stage." RTE's Director of Video, Steve Carson said, "I'm delighted that David is taking the reins as Head of Drama, a crucial genre for us in serving Irish audiences on TV and the RTE Player. "He has an impressive track record in developing new ideas and creative talent, and under his leadership our audiences can look forward to an RTÉ drama slate with real range and ambition." This year RTE have promised to deliver 142 hours of high-quality homegrown TV shows across Ireland and around the world, which David will be responsible for. read more on the irish sun Some of which includes returning dramas such as Fair City, Hidden Assets, The Walsh Sisters, These Sacred Vows,The Dry, Obituary, Sisters and Storyland. Maura and Daithi sign off from final show RTE's Drama crew joins forces with an array of national and international co-production partners. The level original drama created in RTE shows a large investment in Irish talent, culture and the broader creative economy. These dramas are set to employ over 1,800 people - including scriptwriters, directors, actors, hair and make-up teams, wardrobe and various other creative talents. While The Mayo native will have his hands full reporting and providing analysis across TV, radio and online on the issues and trends impacting the business community across Ireland. NEXT IN LINE The Business Correspondent for RTE News covers a wide brief, including banking, retail, aviation, hospitality and stockmarkets. Fergal has worked as a multimedia journalist in RTE for the last seven years since October 2018 and has been across TV, radio and online news including RTE's Six One News, Nine O'Clock News, News at One on RTE Radio 1 and RTE online. The host studied Economics at Independent Colleges in Dublin, and Business and Psychology at Dublin Business School, as well Criminology and Criminal Psychology at City Colleges in Dublin. He began his media career at a local radio station MidWest Radio and went on to work in Today FM and Newstalk before joining TV3. With over 20 years of broadcasting experience, Fergal has reported extensively on key issues that have faced the country including the financial crash, Brexit and the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as major events and elections. Commenting on his new role Fergal said: "I'm delighted to have been appointed to the role of RTE Business Correspondent at such a pivotal time for the business community in Ireland. "As I take on the position, I'm conscious that there is much uncertainty facing the Irish and global economies. The impact of the planned tariffs from the US administration has the potential to be the biggest challenge facing many businesses, households and indeed the State since Brexit and the financial crash. "Business crosses every sector and has an impact on all of our lives, and as part of my new role, I will hope to visit as many businesses as I can across the country, to tell the stories of those directly impacted by wider decisions." 3 RTE have promised to deliver 142 hours of high-quality homegrown storytelling this year Credit: Reuters
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
What TV channel is Leinster versus Scarlets on? Stream, kick-off time and odds as URC play-offs get under way
LEINSTER ought to progress to the final four in the URC play-offs this afternoon once they take care of business against Scarlets. The Blues will be forewarned for today's tussle though since they Advertisement Here's everything to know about how to watch today's knockout match-up: What TV channel is Leinster versus Scarlets on? The match will be shown live on So everyone can avail of the free streaming platform provided by the RTE Player. Kick-off from the Aviva Stadium will be at 3pm. Advertisement Read More On Irish Sport What are the odds? This doesn't bode well for an entertaining contest - The visitors are 19/1 to pull off the giant-killing while you can back the two teams to finish level after 80 minutes at 50/1. The handicap is set at +/-24 points. Leinster team: Leinster: Hugo Keenan; Jimmy O'Brien, Jamie Osborne, Jordie Barrett, James Lowe; Sam Prendergast, Jamison Gibson-Park; Andrew Porter, Rónan Kelleher, Thomas Clarkson; Joe McCarthy, James Ryan; Ryan Baird, Josh van der Flier, Jack Conan (capt). Advertisement Most read in Rugby Union Replacements: Dan Sheehan, Jack Boyle, Rabah Slimani, RG Snyman, Max Deegan, Scott Penny, Luke McGrath, Ciarán Frawley. What's been said in the build-up? Rónan Kelleher knows Leinster played their part in Scarlets being in the play-offs — and now 'Jack Crowley he's coming for you' jokes Peter O'Mahony's wife Jess as son practices his rugby skills Kelleher was one of the few frontline players picked when the province played in Llanelli last month, a week before their The hooker was handed the honour of being captain for the first time but he will have mixed memories of the occasion given his side suffered a shock 35-22 defeat. Advertisement That helped today's foes claim the last place in the play-off but there should only be one outcome when the top seed meets the bottom seed at home. Kelleher said: 'Off the back of that they got into the play-offs and I thought they were really good on the day. 'I thought we were poor in parts as well, but we know how much of a threat they can cause. "Having played in it, you obviously get it first hand. Advertisement 'We took a lot of learnings from that game, what we did wrong, what we need to get right the next day and I think that is going to be a massive challenge this weekend. 'They have some good players. Obviously in the Six Nations it was a very tight game over in Cardiff at the time.' 1 Jack Conan will captain the team in the absence of Caelan Doris
Irish Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
'Let's bring in Luke's Law - it should be a crime to film a tragedy'
If you missed Elizabeth Hyde's interview on Upfront with Katie Hannon, watch it back on the RTE Player. Broadcaster Hannon is a model of composure, but she was close to tears listening to broken-hearted Elizabeth, whose son Luke drowned in the River Lee in Cork last month. Luke, 34, died when onlookers too busy filming his death failed to come to his aid. Lifebuoys next to where he entered the water were untouched, while gawkers recorded Luke in difficulty on their phones and uploaded the scenes on social media. That's enough for me to back Elizabeth's call for Luke's Law, which would make it a criminal offence to record such an accident and share it online. We need such legislation if this is what the world has become. A fireman told the family he had never seen anything like it in 44 years' service; people had to be pushed out of the way for emergency workers to reach Luke. Elizabeth cried when she said: 'I can't get away from the vision of it. My beautiful child drowning, while they were just videoing. He could be with me here today if someone had tried.' At the news, she ran out on the street in her bare feet, screaming: 'Someone help me, my son is dead in the river. I know he was calling out for his Mam before he died.' Who stands by and watches someone die a preventable death, filming it for entertainment? Are they thinking about it differently now? Has it hit them in the aftermath? Or have they forgotten Luke Hyde already? It struck deep into my heart because I know that scene. I've run in bare feet in desperation. I grew up beside Blessington Lake, a deceptively picturesque reservoir in Co Wicklow which claims lives every year. It's a man-made lake, with currents and sudden drops. My father witnessed drownings on it that haunted him. Before I was a teenager, I would too. In 1989, the summer of Sixth Class, five of us went down to the Lake and only four of us came back. My cousin and schoolmate, Alan Clarke, died in front of me that day. He wasn't far out from the shore when he said: 'I'm out of my depth' and slipped under the water. Efforts were made to save him that nearly cost another life. I remember I couldn't feel the lake's hot stones burning my soles as I ran to get help. But it was too late. The impact was monumental. The whole town was shocked, a community in grief. His family could never be the same again. Neither were those of us with him. None of us will ever forget Alan. Drowning is usually silent and swift. Too often, it's young lads, like the two friends Emmanuel Familola, 16, and Matt Sibana, 18, who drowned in Donegal last month; or Max O'Connor in the Grand Canal at Kildare last year. An average of 100 people a year drowned in Ireland over the past decade. More will drown here over this summer. It's the second biggest cause of accidental death after road accidents. It's never advisable to go into the water after someone, unless you have lifesaving skills. But you can act. Irish Water Safety advises three actions, Shout, Reach, Throw. Shout to orientate the person back towards shore; reach with a stick or similar while you lie flat, and throw a ringbuoy or anything that floats. Never reach for your phone to record it for likes and shares, a reaction devoid of humanity. I support the call for Luke's Law - make it a crime.
Irish Independent
29-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Dublin v Armagh: What time, what channel and all you need to know about the All-Ireland SFC Group 4 clash
Where and when is it on? The match takes place at Croke Park in Dublin with a 4.00pm throw-in on Sunday. The Tailteann Cup clash between Fermanagh and Wexford serves as the curtain-raiser at 1.45pm. Where can I watch the game? The games is being covered by RTE 2 from 3.30pm and will be streamed on the RTE Player. You can also follow all the action as it happens with our GAA liveblog on What's the team news? We'll bring you the team news on as soon as it's confirmed. What can I read about and listen to on Pat Spillane believes that Dublin have turned a corner following their opening round victory over Galway while Declan Lee has written about this issues around the split season and GAA calendar when it comes to showcasing the inter-county game. On the Indo GAA podcast, Pat Spillane and Dick Clerkin join Michael Verney to run the rule over the last round of All-Ireland series action, where Donegal's shooting let them down against Tyrone as Monaghan defeated the Leinster champions. The lads also wish Kevin McStay well after he has stepped aside from Mayo management. Meanwhile, Eddie Brennan is on hand after the end of the hurling round-robin, where Davy Fitzgerald's future, Joe McDonagh drama and Clare's last hurrah (for this year anyway) are on the chopping block. Listen and follow on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. What are the odds?
Irish Daily Mirror
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
The 'bad nanny' who fooled families for years until TikTok sleuths took her down
A shocking new two-part documentary airing on RTE One and RTE Player from tomorrow exposes the decade-long deception of Samantha Cookes - a serial scammer who posed as a nanny, author and even a terminally ill patient to con families across Ireland and the UK. Bad Nanny, a co-production between RTE and BBC NI, traces how Cookes - using aliases like Carrie Jade Williams and Sadie Harris - manipulated her way into the lives of vulnerable families and online communities, leaving a trail of devastation in her wake. The first episode, airing Monday, May 12 at 9.35pm, reveals how she faked a terminal illness and claimed to be an award-winning author, all while hiding her true identity and intentions. The series features never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews with her victims - many speaking out publicly for the first time. The second episode, airing Monday, May 19, follows the emotional fallout from her betrayal and the extraordinary grassroots investigation led by a group of determined TikTok sleuths. With help from these digital detectives and brave women who came together to share their stories, Cookes was finally exposed - leading to her conviction in 2025. Grainne McAleer, RTE's Head of Documentaries, called the series "a powerful reminder of the strength of ordinary people" and a cautionary tale for anyone trusting others with their loved ones. She said: "The shocking story of Samantha Cookes and her long list of scams and aliases is an intriguing story that needs to be told on screen. The two-part documentary series lays out this timeline of deceit brilliantly and captures the collective power of ordinary people. From the Tik Tok sleuths to the victims of Samantha's scams that came together to expose her story, Bad Nanny is a story of the power of ordinary people working together. It is also cautionary tale for anyone hiring someone to look after their nearest and dearest. " The story first came to public attention in the hit RTE podcast The Real Carrie Jade. Documentary maker Ronan Kelly returns in the TV adaptation, with an updated podcast episode also released earlier this month. Bad Nanny is produced by Alleycats TV and will be available on RTE Player and BBC iPlayer from Monday, May 12. For the latest news and breaking news visit Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you. Follow us on Twitter @IrishMirror - the official Irish Mirror Twitter account - real news in real time. We're also on Facebook/irishmirror - your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day from the Irish Daily Mirror, Irish Sunday Mirror and
