The gap is widening between what media pays and what corporate public relations firms offer
Irish journalists are increasingly leaving the profession to work for politicians due to factors like continuous deadlines, social media demands, long hours, and low pay. Political roles offer more secure and potentially lucrative careers, especially with rising living costs in Dublin. This exodus has led to a decline in media standards and a lack of experienced journalists. This shift raises concerns about potential cosiness between journalists and politicians, although many journalists claim to remain impartial.
