"First off, I am hugely disappointed with RTÉ management and how my departure from Radio 1 has been handled. I've been with Radio 1 for the past 11 years. In that time I have worked with some brilliant people. I want to thank them. I also want to thank all the regulars on the show, the guests and the wonderful loyal listeners."
"I am particularly proud of how the show championed the stories and causes of people like Catherine Corless, Erica Fleming, Katriona O'Sullivan and the late Vicky Phelan. I am also very proud of how we highlighted mental health and addiction issues over the years - these are areas I will continue to be active in. I love radio and daily radio is part of who I am. I look forward to the opportunities ahead."
Ray D'Arcy has left RTÉ Radio 1, with Shay Byrne taking over his usual 3pm slot after a meeting with RTÉ Director of Audio Patricia Monahan. D'Arcy expressed disappointment with management, thanked colleagues, regulars, guests and listeners, and said he is proud of championing causes including Catherine Corless and the late Vicky Phelan. D'Arcy highlighted the show's focus on mental health and addiction and said he will remain active in those areas. RTÉ confirmed The Ray D'Arcy Show will end after over 11 years, noting thousands of hours of live radio and support for Irish artists. Recent JNLR figures recorded 182,000 daily listeners and a reported salary of €250,000.
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