RTÉ has launched its brand new schedule, which includes the return of some firm favourites, as well as exciting new drama shows that place “Irish culture, creativity and Irish talent centre stage”.

Irish talent is at the heart of RTÉ’s new schedule with over 40 hours of new Irish drama including series 2 of internationally acclaimed KIN as well as brand-new dramas North Sea Connection, SisterS, The Dry, Clean Sweep, and the return of Smother.

A new series of Storyland aimed at developing new writing and directing talent will bring audiences new perspectives in four short dramas.

Speaking at the new season launch, RTÉ Director General Dee Forbes said: “RTÉ’s new season launch is a celebration of Irish culture, Irish stories, and Irish creativity, while reflecting our vital role in creating a shared space for important discussion and debate, for supporting Irish talent, for celebration, for telling national stories and marking national moments.

Further details here.