It costs stations millions every year.
Independent radio stations have called on the Government to scrap the broadcasting levy.
The charge is made on broadcasters and used to fund the industry regulator.
It costs stations millions of euro each year, something the Independent Broadcasters of Ireland say is unfair.
Chairman of the IBI John Purcell has been addressing an Oireachtas Committee:
Laois 10k Run and Family Fun Day Returns This Sunday
Abbeyleix House and Farm is holding their fifth annual family fun day this Sunday.
Fianna Fail Councillor Elected Tullamore Cathaoirleach
Shane Murray is succeeding Councillor Declan Harvey in the role.
Outgoing Chair Of Offaly County Council Elected Birr Cathaoirleach
Independent rep John Leahy is taking up the role in Birr.
Midlands Showing Fast Growth In Mortgages For First Time Buyers
It comes from analysis by the Banking and Payments Federation Ireland.
Plans For Major Laois Redevelopment Delayed
The developer is appealing a planning condition to An Coimisiún Pleanála.
Enterprise Minister Expresses Concern Over Ticket Website Liquidation
Festivals claim they'll lose thousands as a result.
Builders Behind Midlands Solar Farm Scoop Up Award For Construction Excellence
Wills Bros Group are taking home the Judges Silver Award for their work on the Timahoe North Solar Farm.
Laois TD Highlights Four Year Wait For Neurological Assessments
Independent rep Brian Stanley highlighted the case of a young Portlaoise woman in the Dail.
40 New Jobs On The Way To Laois
It's part of a €6m investment.
Westmeath Psychotherapist Warns Of Gambling Addictions
He is sharing his own experience to raise awareness.
Katie Taylor Fight In Croke Park Sold Out
Thousands queued this morning for a chance to get tickets.
Sunshine Is On The Way For The Midlands
It comes after a wash out week of rain and wind.
SIPTU Call For 'Full Answers' On Midlands College Closure
SIPTU say transparency is needed around the phased closure of Carlow College.
Westmeath Community Project Launching Strategic Plan Today
Women's Community Projects Mullingar is launching their plan from 2026 to 2030 today.
New Road Safety Campaign For Midlands Summer Events
Interactive breathalysers called ‘FlineBox’ machines will be in place.
Former Laois-Offaly Garda Sergeant Joins Muintir Na Tíre
Muintir na Tíre works to develop community safety solutions.
Laois Accused Told Gardaí He Hit Deer After Fatal Collision
The trial will resume on Friday.
Business Leaders Meeting In Laois
Event organisers wasnt to help businesses develop stronger relationships across the county.
Midlands Landscaper Granted Bail In Drug Case
He is being charged with cultivating cannabis.
Laois Leisure Centre Calls Gardaí Over Group's "Disgraceful Behaviour"
Laois Leisure in Portlaoise is withdrawing is offer of complimentary access to students sitting exams.
