Claire Byrne is one of Ireland’s leading current affairs broadcasters, with a career spanning radio and television. She has presented programmes for ITN, RTÉ, TV3, Channel 5 and the BBC.

Claire has covered major national and international events, from 9/11 to multiple Irish general and presidential elections and referendums, and has moderated some of the most influential live debates on RTÉ.

Best known for Claire Byrne Live, she is widely respected for her authority, versatility and professionalism. After 15 years with RTÉ, she leaves having delivered record audiences for Today, the radio programme she hosted for five years, and now begins a new chapter with Bauer Media Ireland and Newstalk.