Media watchdog to investigate two local radio stations over alleged breaches of programme standards

Should either station be found to be in violation of the regulations, they could be punished with a fine of up to 10% of turnover or €20m, whichever is the larger figure.

Media regulator Coimisiún na Mean has announced separate investigations into two radio stations for alleged breaches of its codes of programme standards and fairness and impartiality in news delivery.

The formal investigations into Wexford-based South East Radio and Tipp FM, have been commenced on the back of complaints made via the commission's broadcasting and video-on-demand complaint process, it said.