George Hook suspended over rape comments

Newstalk has suspended presenter George Hook amid the ongoing controversy surrounding his comments on rape last week.

George Hook suspended over rape comments

The announcement came after Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said he abhors the comments Mr Hook made on his High Noon programme on Friday, September 8.

Supermarket chain Tesco has joined the Dalata Hotel Group in withdrawing its advertising from the show in response to Mr Hook’s remarks, for which he has since apologised.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Get a lunch briefing straight to your inbox at noon daily. Also be the first to know with our occasional Breaking News emails.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited