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BBC axing coverage a signal of importance it places on 12th July…
DUP MP Gregory Campbell criticises BBC Northern Ireland for dropping live coverage of 12th July celebrations, saying it signals weak regard for the event and that fewer programme minutes will be devoted to it this year.
Community relations and legacy Issue: BBC decision to drop live coverage of the Twelfth demonstrations Original release: BBC axing coverage a signal of importance it places on 12th July… (opens in a new tab)
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BBC should clarify intentions for local sports coverage
North Down DUP MLA Stephen Dunne says the BBC must clarify its plans for local sports coverage after axing the Irish League Show, and says he will seek answers on future TV output, including rugby. He warns other sports could face similar cuts.
Other Issue: BBC cancellation of Irish League football show Original release: BBC should clarify intentions for local sports coverage (opens in a new tab)
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BBC management should reverse irrational decision to drop Twelfth coverage – John Stewart MLA
Ulster Unionist MLA John Stewart calls on BBC Northern Ireland management, including interim director Adam Smyth, to reverse their decision to end live television coverage of the Belfast Twelfth of July parade. He says the broadcast serves housebound and elderly viewers.
Community relations and legacy Issue: BBC decision to drop live coverage of the Twelfth demonstrations Original release: BBC management should reverse irrational decision to drop Twelfth coverage – John Stewart MLA (opens in a new tab)
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Geo-Blocking RTÉ News is treating northern citizens with contempt – Hughes
Sinn Féin MP Dáire Hughes calls on RTÉ to immediately reverse its geo-blocking of RTÉ News for northern viewers, which he says treats citizens with contempt. He cites the Gaelic football final and Olympic coverage, and says he will write to the Media Minister and RTÉ's Director General.
Disability and equality Issue: RTÉ News geo-blocking of northern viewers Original release: Geo-Blocking RTÉ News is treating northern citizens with contempt – Hughes (opens in a new tab)
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Radio Foyle cuts a blow to local journalism: Middleton
DUP MLA Gary Middleton says the BBC’s cuts to Radio Foyle staff and programming deal a blow to local journalism in the north‑west, urges the corporation to explain how axed services will be replaced and calls for the breakfast show decision to be reversed.
Other Issue: BBC Radio Foyle shutdown plans Original release: Radio Foyle cuts a blow to local journalism: Middleton (opens in a new tab)
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Eastwood seeks clarity on BBC geoblocking
SDLP MP Colum Eastwood has written to BBC Northern Ireland's director asking for confirmation that the broadcaster will not add geoblocking to its news content, after weekend reports it was considering such a move. He argues restricting cross-border news access would harm audiences and the public…
Constitutional affairs Issue: BBC considering geoblocking of news content for Republic of Ireland audiences Original release: Eastwood seeks clarity on BBC geoblocking (opens in a new tab)
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Eastwood: Foyle cuts ‘unbelievable’ following Ofcom report
SDLP MP Colum Eastwood says Ofcom’s finding that the BBC breached its licence by cutting Radio Foyle programming validates the cross‑party campaign against the cuts, criticises the broadcaster for ignoring the North West’s unique news needs and calls for first‑class public service broadcasting for
Other Issue: Ofcom breach finding on Radio Foyle cuts Original release: Eastwood: Foyle cuts ‘unbelievable’ following Ofcom report (opens in a new tab)
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NESBITT CALLS ON BBC NI TO RETHINK BUSINESS COVERAGE
UUP economy spokesperson Mike Nesbitt MLA calls on BBC NI to reconsider its plan to scrap daily business bulletins on Good Morning Ulster. He has asked director Adam Smyth for an urgent meeting, arguing the move sends a negative signal to foreign investors.
Economy and employment Issue: BBC NI plan to drop daily business news on Good Morning Ulster Original release: NESBITT CALLS ON BBC NI TO RETHINK BUSINESS COVERAGE (opens in a new tab)
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Campbell - NW200 is vital for tourism & hospitality
East Londonderry MP Gregory Campbell says he has contacted North-West 200 organisers about the event's future and is offering support to find a way for the race to continue. He calls the race vital for tourism and hospitality, citing visitor numbers and media coverage, and says an insurance hurdle…
Economy and employment Issue: Cancellation of North West 200 motorbike racing Original release: Campbell - NW200 is vital for tourism & hospitality (opens in a new tab)
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North West 200 must be used to drive tourism and economic growth
UUP MLA Diana Armstrong welcomes the return of the North West 200 and says it boosts Northern Ireland's tourism economy. She calls on the Executive and Tourism NI to build on the event's visitor numbers and economic impact, and urges road safety during the bank holiday racing.
Economy and employment Issue: North West 200 return to the North Coast Original release: North West 200 must be used to drive tourism and economic growth (opens in a new tab)
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Tennyson says proposed Radio Foyle cuts would be devastating for local area
Alliance MLA Eóin Tennyson says BBC proposed cuts to Radio Foyle's breakfast news and bulletins would be devastating locally and across Northern Ireland, and calls on BBC NI's interim director and the Director General to review and cancel them.
Other Issue: BBC Radio Foyle cuts and programming changes Original release: Tennyson says proposed Radio Foyle cuts would be devastating for local area (opens in a new tab)