Media briefings and interviews

Arranging interviews

The supervision of media events, access and interviews are the responsibility of the Superintendent of the House.

When a Member consents to be interviewed

Locations for interviews and media briefings

The locations for one-to-one television and radio interviews are:

• the Plinth in the Kildare Street car park courtyard
• Canopy to the side of the Kildare Street gate

Committee and political party media briefings

Oireachtas committee and political party media briefings may be held

Interviews with Members at Leinster House can take place with the Member’s agreement. When a Member (or group of Members) has consented to be interviewed, the interview arrangements must be sent via email to the Head Usher. Impromptu or "door-stepping" type interviews are not permitted.

Notification of the interview can be given by the Member, party press staff, secretarial assistants, or the accredited journalist. The Head Usher will arrange access clearances (if necessary) and interview location bookings. In the case of party leaders, interviews and recording may take place in the party leader's office.

Interviews may only be conducted in certain locations within Leinster House. Please contact the Oireachtas Press Office for advice and information.