Ireland: Saorsat shutter services in 2028
October 22, 2026



Saorsat, the FTA satellite service that provides coverage in rural areas across Ireland, is shutting down in early 2028.

Since 2012, Saorsat has provided coverage in areas where reception for DTT service is likely to be challenged. Services from RTÉ, TG4 and Oireachtas TV are currently available on Saorsat.


“The satellite that is used to deliver the Saorsat service reaches end of life in 2028 and is not being replaced. There is no alternative satellite available, so it will be necessary to discontinue Saorsat in early 2028. Services from RTÉ, TG4 and Oireachtas TV will continue to be available on other TV platforms (including Saorview, Sky, Virgin Media, eir TV, Vodafone TV) and are available via broadband through the RTÉ Player, the TG4 Player and the Oireachtas TV website,” advised the Saorsat website.