Category: Media development
Round 2 of News Reporting Scheme now open
Round 2 of our News Reporting Scheme opens today (22.04.2026). This content-focused journalism scheme was established to support and enhance reporting on news matters that are not substantially provided for at present, or are at risk of under-provision. This is the second iteration of the Scheme, which is a contestable fund. Applications may be submitted by media service providers of news and current affairs, who must be regulated entities […]
€6.4m awarded in latest round of Sound & Vision funding
Coimisiún na Meán has today (14.04.2026) announced almost €6.4 million in funding for a wide range of new radio and TV productions as part of the latest round of the Sound & Vision scheme. Round 58 will support and promote new and culturally significant programmes for Irish audiences, including in the Irish language, for broadcast […]
Sound & Vision 4 – Upcoming funding rounds announced
Coimisiún na Meán has announced details of upcoming funding rounds under the Sound & Vision 4 Scheme. The new ‘Shared Island Shared Stories’ funding round will fund programming that supports a shared future, promotes cultural exchange and celebrates the diverse heritage of the island. More information about the requirements and criteria for this round will be announced soon. Please note: Information for each […]
Sound & Vision – Social Benefit Round now open
A Social Benefit funding round (Round 59) for community broadcasters is now open for community TV and radio stations. This round aims to assist organisations and projects that provide a social benefit, through programming, training and education initiatives, and employment opportunities, to local communities and communities of interest around Ireland. The relevant guide and application form for this round […]
Over €540k in funding announced for the Media Sector
Coimisiún na Meán has today (17.02.2026) announced awarding €548,103 to 28 successful applicants under its new Media Skills and Development Programme. The funding Programme will support training, learning and development activities in English and Irish in the media sector. Successful applicants reflect the broader media remit of An Coimisiún and will see a wide range […]
Over €15 million in funding announced for Irish media sector
Coimisiún na Meán has today (29.01.26) announced more than €15 million in funding for media organisations across Ireland, to support high-quality journalism and news and current affairs content, and to support digital upskilling and the significant modernisation of equipment and technology, to allow the sector to adapt and grow in an increasingly digital world. The […]
€300,000 awarded for media sector events and activities
Coimisiún na Meán has today (15.01.2026) awarded €314,000 to 30 successful applicants across Ireland for media sector events and activities in 2026. The funding has been awarded under An Coimisiún’s Sponsorship Scheme which supports media-related events and activities that align with our Strategy Statement and our aim of developing a thriving and pluralistic media landscape […]
Shared Island Media Fund of €14m announced
Coimisiún na Meán has today (19.11.2025) announced a programme of new all-island and cross-border media projects and initiatives worth €14 million under a new Shared Island Media Fund. The funding was provided by the Department of the Taoiseach under the government’s Shared Island initiative and was allocated to Coimisiún na Meán by the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport. The government’s Shared Island initiative […]
News & Current Affairs Commercial TV Scheme open
Coimisiún na Meán has today opened applications for the new News & Current Affairs Independent Commercial Television Scheme. The Scheme will support public service content in audio-visual programme formats that inform and educate viewers, and empower a democratic society. €3 million has been allocated for the News & Current Affairs Independent Commercial Television Scheme in […]
Round 58 of Sound & Vision now open
Coimisiún na Meán has today (16.10.25) opened Round 58 of the Sound & Vision broadcasting funding scheme. We welcome funding applications from independent producers and broadcasters to support the production of high-quality broadcast content that reflects Irish culture, heritage, language and diversity, including content in the Irish language. Round 58 will include an additional €1.46 […]