Morning Ireland or Mourning Ireland?

by Auld Stock

RADIO Telefís Éireann provides one of the best news services in the world. I say that without fear of contradiction.

Rté’s investigative team has exposed many stories from the darker side of the Republic and has unearthed several sordid sagas which otherwise would have remained hidden.

However, a lot of RTÉ’s news bulletins are peppered with tales of tragic events.

This is understandable but is it necessary to repeat those stories hour after hour?

We need more balance in the presentation of news stories by RTÉ. A bit of humour would do us all a lot of good in these dreary times.

After all, laughter is said to be the best tonic in the world.

Perhaps I’m just an early morning grump or an old man in a hurry. Take your pick.

However, with the virus and other items of bad and sad news, we can all do with a bit of a lift.