Ireland Communications

Telephone

Country code: 353 followed by the area code, omitting the initial zero.

Mobile Telephone

Roaming agreements exist with a wide range of international mobile phone carriers. Coverage is good.

Internet

Internet is readily available; Internet cafes exist in nearly every town.

Post

The General Post Office is in O'Connell Street, Dublin.

Post office hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1730/1800; Sat 0900-1300. Sub-post offices close at 1300 one day a week.

Media

The national public broadcaster Radio Telefis Eireann (RTE) dominates the radio and TV sector. It provides a comprehensive service in both English and Irish. The Irish print and broadcast media operate freely within the confines of the law. Broadcasting is regulated by a commission appointed by the Department of Communications. The Competition Authority safeguards against unfair competition in the press sector. Cross-media ownership is permitted within certain limits - press groups may own up to 25% of local radio and TV stations.

Press

• There are several daily newspapers published in Dublin including Evening Herald, the Irish Independent and The Irish Times.
• Two in Cork: Evening Echo and Irish Examiner.
• British dailies and Sunday papers are available.

TV

• RTE is a public broadcaster and operates three networks, including an Irish-language station TG4.

Radio

• Radio RTE is a public broadcaster and operates four networks, including the flagship station Radio 1, a pop music station.
• Raidio na Gaeltachta operates an Irish-language station.
• Lyric FM is a classical and cultural station.
• Newstalk 106-108 is a national talk radio station.
• Today FM is the national commercial network.

ireland tourist board
Click here to get special offers for Ireland and see videos, images and download brochures.
Need some holiday inspiration?
Tired of the same holiday destination?
Fresh ideas are just one click away...
Sign up for our newsletter
Be the first to hear about the coolest destinations and the latest travel trends. Plus, competitions, holiday inspiration and amusing facts, delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter
Advertisement

Travel Deals for Ireland

Advertising features
Travel Partners
Advertisement
Advertisement