RTÉ announces record Irish drama investment as Kin returns for season three

RTÉ has announced its largest-ever investment in original Irish drama, with a record 160 hours of homegrown programming commissioned or in production for 2026, led by the long-awaited return of Kin.

The national broadcaster said the expanded slate, which is up from 142 hours last year, represents its most ambitious commitment yet to Irish storytelling.

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