‘No doubt’ PSNI and MI5 surveillance extended to other journalists, says Kearney
- Posted on July 23, 2026
- By Evening Standard
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In brief
RTÉ's northern editor Vincent Kearney reveals concerns that surveillance operations conducted by PSNI and MI5 extend far beyond his own case, affecting multiple journalists across Northern Ireland. The statement raises serious questions about press freedom and institutional oversight, suggesting systematic monitoring of media professionals may be undermining journalistic independence in the region.
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‘No doubt’ PSNI and MI5 surveillance extended to other journalists, says Kearney
RTÉ northern editor Vincent Kearney said there was no way he was the only journalist in Northern Ireland being targeted in this fashion.
