Oireachtas TV produces a range of programmes including documentaries, studio debates on important parliamentary issues and historical talks. We also televise footage of Oireachtas events.
Our latest productions are listed below. You can view all our outputs on the individual Oireachtas TV category pages.
Drama documentary
State of Flux | Part One
In part one of our two-part drama documentary, State of Flux, actors delve into the lives of three of the key figures from the period to create a dramatic re-enactment of the most important discussion in the history of Irish politics.
Drama documentary
State of Flux | Part Two
In part two of State of Flux the actors continue researching their roles as leading figures from the time – De Valera, Collins, MacSwiney – leading up to a dramatic re-enactment of key passages of the Debates at the Mansion House.
Oireachtas TV monthly
Wed, 6 Apr 2022
Oireachtas TV Monthly Productions
Interview with Ambassador of Ukraine to Ireland Her Excellency Larysa Gerasko and the Address of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to a Joint Sitting of the Houses of the Oireachtas
Tue, 5 Apr 2022
Oireachtas TV Monthly Productions
Interview with H.E. Larysa Gerasko, Ambassador of Ukraine to Ireland prior to the address of H.E. Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine to the Houses of the Oireachtas
Oireachtas TV Debates - March Edition
Oireachtas TV Monthly Productions
Mon, 28 Mar 2022
Oireachtas TV Debates examines the war in Ukraine, the spread of disinformation & the impact of social media on politics globally in an interview with former journalist and CEO of Kinzen Mark Little. On the panel we are joined by Dr. Jennifer Cassidy, University of Oxford and Ciarán O’Connor, Disinformation Analyst, ISD. Later, as the conclusion of the TCD by-election is fast approaching we discuss the history and heritage of the Trinity College Dublin constituency and its origins in representing the Protestant minority community and how it has evolved since with Prof Gail McElroy, Professor of Politics at Trinity College Dublin.
Oireachtas TV Documentaries
Seanad100: centenary year of Seanad Éireann is launched
Oireachtas TV Documentaries
Tue, 22 Feb 2022
A year-long programme of events celebrating the centenary of the Upper House begins with Cathaoirleach Mark Daly hosting a discussion with former President and Senator, Mary Robinson and Father of the House, Senator David Norris.
Partition, 1921
Oireachtas TV Documentaries
Mon, 14 Feb 2022
Michael Portillo examines the Partition of Ireland a century ago. Using British government files from the time, he gives us a unique perspective on the formative event for modern Ireland, North and South.
State of Flux Episode 2
Oireachtas TV Documentaries
Wed, 15 Dec 2021
A two-part documentary around the 100 year anniversary of the Treaty Debates. This pivotal event in Irish history is examined by a group of actors researching their roles as leading figures from the time – De Valera, Collins, Mary MacSwiney – leading up to a dramatic re-enactment of key passages of the Debates at the Mansion House
Oireachtas TV with Irish Sign Language
Thu, 7 Apr 2022
Irish Sign Language
Questions on Promised Legislation with ISL Interpretation
Spotlight
The Seven Ages of Noël Browne
Don't miss this emotional and intimate look at the life, achievements and controversies of one of Ireland’s most iconic parliamentarians, Dr Noël Browne, by acclaimed film maker Alan Gilsenan.
As Minister for Health Dr. Noël Browne was celebrated for his campaign against tuberculosis, but opposition to his efforts to introduce the Mother and Child Scheme caused him to resign his post in 1951.
Spotlight
House of Art documentary
This remarkable documentary explores of the portraits in the State Art Collection at Leinster House, presented by artist and then president of the Royal Hibernian Academy Mick O'Dea. O'Dea also gives a unique insight into his painting of the portrait of President Michael D. Higgins which hangs in Leinster House.
Spotlight
Hawks & Doves part 1
In part one of a two-part documentary on the Crown and Ireland's War of Independence, Michael Portillo follows the journey from the Peace Conference in Versailles to the ceasefire of July 1921.
Spotlight
Hawks & Doves part 2
In part two of this two-part documentary, Michael Portillo continues to draw on "the enemy files" to explore the point of view of the British authorities on Ireland's war of independence.
Spotlight
The Restoration of Historic Leinster House
Part 1 of a two-hour documentary entitled The Restoration: Historic Leinster House 2017-2019.
Spotlight
The Restoration of Historic Leinster House
Part 2 of a two-hour documentary entitled The Restoration: Historic Leinster House 2017-2019.