Paul Byrne and Virgin Media agree to mediate dispute over disciplinary process and suspension

Mr Byrne was suspended from his role following a live report he made concerning the death of a young boy in County Waterford

Paul Byrne denies any wrongdoing, and claims that the process engaged by his employer is flawed, punitive, disproportionate and should be set aside.

Broadcaster Paul Byrne and his employer Virgin Media Television have agreed to mediate a legal dispute between the two, the High Court has heard.

Mr Byrne, who is the broadcaster's southern correspondent, has sued his employer, seeking various injunctions over what he claims is a flawed internal disciplinary process against him. The claims are denied.