The latest JNLR (t National Listener Research) figures show that Cork broadcaster John Creedon’s weeknight RTÉ Radio 1 show is thriving, with an average of 59,000 listeners, representing an increase of 3,000 on the previous year.

Liveline presenter Joe Duffy was RTÉ's second-highest earner, after Ryan Tubridy

The highest fees were paid to individuals appearing on Ryan Tubridy’s Late Late Show with €58,771 paid out to 194 different individuals

In the statement, she also said she never negotiated and sort of commeciall or side deal

Paddy Power has called off betting on the next Late Late Show host with Patrick Kielty expected to replace Ryan Tubridy

Rumours surrounding Ryan Tubridy's replacement have been rife

Byrne said it was an honour to have her name linked to the role

RTÉ on Wednesday released information on fees earned by its ten highest-paid presenters in 2020 and 2021. 

Vincent Jackson told RTÉ radio’s Today with Claire Byrne show that he had been at the optician with his son when the protestors gathered and shouted obscenities at his wife and daughter.