Newstalk

Newstalk is an Irish independent national radio station, owned by NewsTalk Network Limited, which is a subsidiary of Wireless Group. It broadcasts a mix of news, current affairs, talk and sport. It is available nationally on FM and LW, and is available on the internet and on mobile.

Newstalk was launched in 2002 and is based in Dublin. It is the only independent national radio station in Ireland and is the only radio station in the country to broadcast 24 hours a day.

The station's programming is mainly news and current affairs, with a focus on Irish issues. It also broadcasts a range of talk shows, including the popular Breakfast Show with Pat Kenny and the Drivetime Show with Ivan Yates. It also broadcasts a range of sports programmes, including Off The Ball and The Last Word with Matt Cooper.

Newstalk is also known for its political coverage, with a range of programmes such as The Right Hook with George Hook and The Hard Shoulder with Ivan Yates. It also broadcasts a range of international news programmes, including the BBC World Service.

Newstalk is available on FM and LW across Ireland, as well as on the internet and on mobile. It is also available on satellite and cable TV.