Former staff Claire Byrne and Ray D'Arcy among RTÉ's top earners for 2025

Former staff Claire Byrne and Ray D'Arcy among RTÉ's top earners for 2025

The broadcaster has confirmed that Claire Byrne, since departed to Newstalk, was RTÉ's top earner last year with €280,000 through Derrough Media.

Thu, 14 May, 2026 - 20:39

Two of its former presenters, Claire Byrne and Ray D'Arcy were among RTÉ's top 10 earners in 2025 according to figures published tonight.

The broadcaster has confirmed that Claire Byrne, since departed to Newstalk, was RTÉ's top earner last year with €280,000 through Derrough Media.

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

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Large offshore drilling rig in the gulf at sunset Emergency gas reserve 'many years' away despite proposed laws
National Ambulance Service industrial action Further strike action by ambulance workers postponed with talks to resume Monday
Strict return-to-office policies could drive workers away, union says Strict return-to-office policies could drive workers away, union says
#RTÉ
<p>Internal emails were sent out in the past half hour to inform all employees and staff that the station was have issues.</p>

RTÉ hit by major internet outage this evening

READ NOW

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.

Latest

Most Read

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

© Examiner Echo Group Limited