European Union: Announced European Commission lawsuit against Ireland for alleged non-compliance with Audiovisual Media Services Directive (C-679/22)

On 4 November 2022, the European Commission initiated a lawsuit against Ireland for failing to adopt and communicate the necessary laws, regulations, and administrative provisions to comply with Directive (EU) 2018/1808. This directive, which amends Directive 2010/13/EU, coordinates provisions in Member States concerning the provision of audiovisual media services, including traditional TV broadcasts and on-demand services. The Commission claims that Ireland's failure to fulfil its obligations under the directive warrants a lump sum penalty and a daily penalty payment until compliance is achieved.