RTE's new Midlands Regional Studio at Athlone Institute of Technology has officially opened.

The official opening was performed by Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan.

Fine Gael TD for Longford/Westmeath, Gabrielle McFadden, said: "The relocation of the Midlands studio from its former offices at St Mary’s Square to a state-of-the-art facility in AIT is a big vote of confidence by RTE in Athlone and the wider Midlands region. I also want to compliment AIT President Ciarán Ó Catháin and all those at the college who have ensured this partnership has taken place, which will allow a mutual sharing of knowledge and facilities.

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"Back in 2012 when RTÉ announced it was restructuring its regional operations, there were understandable concerns and much uncertainty locally. However, RTE’s decision to sign partnership agreements with Institutes of Technologies, including AIT, to provide TV and Radio facilities was met with welcome relief all round."

(CD)