Celebrating Excellence: 13 Irish Independent Radio Sector Nominees for the Justice Media Awards.
Each year, the Law Society of Ireland invites print, broadcast, and online journalists from across the country to enter the prestigious Justice Media Awards. These awards recognise outstanding journalism that enhances the public's understanding of justice, the legal system, and issues related to access to justice. As the longest-running media awards in Ireland, the Justice Media Awards hold a distinguished place in the media landscape. This year, the ceremony will take place at the Law Society of Ireland, Blackhall Place on Thursday the 20th of June.
We are thrilled to announce that there are 13 nominations from the Irish Independent Radio Sector across various categories, showcasing the depth of talent and commitment to quality journalism within the sector. Here are the nominees from the Independent Irish Radio Sector:
Category 4 - Broadcast Journalism (radio – national)
Cross Examination for those providing character references
Andrea Gilligan, Dee King, Heather Blackbyrne, Ross Leahy & Mark Simpson
Lunchtime Live – Newstalk
Category 5 - Broadcast Journalism (radio – local)
The Holy Week Murders - Crimes of Hate
Niall Delaney
Called to the Jury-The Joe Finnegan Show
Joe Finnegan & Kevin McDermott
The Assisted Dying Legislation
Joe Finnegan, Eoghan Murphy & Kevin McDermott
The Importance of Family Mediation
Patricia Messinger & JohnPaul McNamara
LMFM's Michael Reade exposing injustice, championing justice for victims of clerical child sexual abuse
Michael Reade
‘We didn't really know what our rights were'
Mairead Twohig, Barry O'Mahony, Damien Sreenan & Katie O'Keeffe
Category 6 - Broadcast Journalism (podcast)
All Rise - The Ashling Murphy Murder Trial
Frank Greaney, Aisling Moore & Lochlainn Harte
Category 9 - Court Reporting (broadcast)
Puska takes the Stand
Frank Greaney
Judge Warns Kerry Money Mules
Mark Lynch
Radio Kerry News Coverage of Tatenda's Inquest
Mark Lynch & Mary Galllagher
Category 11 – Human Rights/Social Justice Reporting (Broadcast)
'We didn't really know what our rights were'
Mairead Twohig, Barry O'Mahony, Damien Sreenan & Katie O'Keeffe
Category 14 – Newcomer of the Year
Mark Lynch
These nominations are a testament to the high standards and impactful work being produced by journalists in the Irish Independent Radio Sector. Their dedication to illuminating critical issues and their skill in storytelling are commendable.
We congratulate all the nominees and look forward to the awards ceremony. Your work not only informs and educates the public but also inspires fellow journalists to strive for excellence. Best of luck!
To see the full list of nominees, click here.