Will dodgy box users ever face consequences?

This podcast was first published in June 2025.

The use of so-called 'dodgy box' technology to illegally stream television is widespread. Last week Mary Hannigan reported on the impact dodgy boxes are having on Irish sports broadcasters like Clubber, LOITV and GAA+.

“I said it before, it’s no different to going in to your local shop, picking up a loaf of bread or a bottle of milk and just walking out the door without paying,” said Jimmy Doyle, the founder of Clubber, the subscription platform that streams GAA club games. “It’s theft, at the end of the day.”

Individuals have been prosecuted for selling dodgy box services. But so far there have been no consequences for those using them.

Back in June on In the News Conor Pope reported on whether dodgy box users will ever face the law.

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