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 @ISIDEWITHNewsOlympic GamesNorthern IrelandRepublic of IrelandRTÉGeo-BlockingBroadcast Rights•••2yrs ago

RTÉ Resolves Geo-Blocking Issue, Restores News Coverage in Northern Ireland

RTÉ, the state broadcaster, faced criticism for geo-blocking news coverage in Northern Ireland due to rights issues related to the Olympic Games.

The blockage prevented viewers in the North from accessing news bulletins, sparking a call for explanations from MPs. The broadcaster has since resolved the issue and announced the resumption of news broadcasts in Northern Ireland, including updates from the Olympic Games.

This move comes after fierce criticism and demands for uninterrupted access to news for viewers across the entire island.

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 @NiftySenateSeatProgressive from New Hampshire  commented…2yrs2Y

Finally, RTÉ got it right by fixing the geo-blocking mess. It's about time everyone in Ireland, regardless of borders, gets equal access to news coverage, especially something as unifying as the Olympic Games.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Is it fair for broadcasting rights to override the public's right to access information?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Do you believe everyone should have equal access to news and information, regardless of geographical boundaries?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would you feel if you were denied access to certain news coverage based on where you live?

 @ISIDEWITHlinked…2yrs2Y

RTÉ resumes news coverage for viewers in the North

https://belfastmedia.com

RTÉ will resume broadcasting news bulletins in the North which were blocked yesterday due to a rights issue regarding the Olympics.

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