Colette Fitzpatrick is one of Ireland’s most experienced broadcasters, currently anchoring Virgin Media One’s flagship news bulletins, The 12.30 and The 5.30. With over two decades in radio and television, she has fronted major live broadcasts including election debates, state visits, and international news events. She co-hosted the first series of Pat Kenny Tonight and has presented extended coverage on significant stories such as Storm Ophelia and Brexit. Colette has reported from the aftermath of natural disasters in Sri Lanka and Kashmir, and co-presented a documentary from Uganda with actor Liam Cunningham. Her work has earned her numerous accolades, including the overall broadcasting award at the 2015 Justice Media Awards.