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Competitions Terms & Conditions

  • Today FM’s decision regarding prize winners will be final, and no correspondence regarding that decision will be entered into.
  • Today FM prizes are non-transferable, and will only be awarded to the prize winner.
  • Use of a false name or address by a competition entrant, i.e. a name by which the entrant is not usually known, will disqualify them from receiving any prize.
  • Today FM will keep prize winner(s) personal details for a reasonable time in order that prizes can be sent to the prize winner(s); rules can be verified to have been complied with and for accounting purposes. Today FM may only pass prize winner(s) details on to our third parties or sponsors for the purpose of delivering the prize.
  • Today FM Competitions are open only to residents of the Republic Of Ireland.
  • For competitions requiring entry by text, the number is 087 4100 102.  Standard network charges apply.
  • Today FM will ensure that all prizes are delivered within 28 days of winning. Where this is not possible, the station will notify the winner of a delay.
  • All prize winners have 12 months to claim a prize and if we or our client company do not receive any correspondence (pertaining to their address or other details) in that time period their claim is null and void.
  • When, due to circumstances beyond our control, a prize is not available, Today FM reserves the right to substitute a prize of equal value.
  • From time to time the station may offer a cash alternative to a specific prize, but is under no obligation to do so.
  • Today FM accepts no responsibility for failure due to circumstances beyond our control, to fulfil a competition, which involves a third party but has no specific cash value, e.g. meeting an artist. We will however, on all occasions strive to provide a substitute prize of equal desirability to the winner. Unfortunately, the company cannot accept responsibility if these attempts do not meet a prizewinner’s expectations.
  • In on air competitions, failure to appear on air will unfortunately disqualify an entrant whether this occurs due to operator error or other technical errors.
  • The prizes will be subject to any additional terms and conditions of the supplier of the prize to the Promoter.
  • The Promoter/Today FM shall not be liable for any loss, damage or consequential damage of any nature whether in contract, tort including negligence or otherwise caused by acceptance of these terms or in connection with the Prize or the Competition.
  • In the event of unforeseen circumstances the Promoter/Today FM reserves the right to amend or withdraw the Competition without notice.
  • These terms and conditions shall be governed by Irish law and the courts of Ireland shall have exclusive jurisdiction.
  • Any person or persons found to be in disregard of any of the above rules will be disqualified automatically. Today FM reserves the right to disqualify any contestant for any reason whatsoever in its sole discretion

Cash Machine Terms and Conditions

Full Terms and conditions for Today FM Cash Machine can be found below.

CASH MACHINE T&C's


Home of Innovation Promotion Terms and Conditions

Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show – January 2025

Each daily winner will receive a Siemens EQ500 Coffee Machine. Winner must be present at live show from the Home of Innovation, Ballymount, Dublin 12 on Friday 31st January 2025 to collect.
Overall winner will receive €10,000 worth of Siemens Home Appliances. Appliance include state of the art oven, hob, washing machine, dishwasher and Fridge Freezer

Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show Topflight Competition 

· Winner should be over 18 years of age and hold a valid passport

· Holiday prize is for 2 persons

· Cash cannot be taken in lieu of prize and the prize is non-transferable, winner must travel

· Prize must be taken during summer season 2025 and is subject to availability at time of booking

· The winner must have their own travel insurance

· Topflight reserve the right to change the accommodation or resort to one of a similar standard, in the event of any booking issues


Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show Big Bid for Focus Ireland: 

  1. Today FM is offering local businesses and communities the chance to bid for The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show to broadcast live from their place of business/shop on March 7th 2025 between 6am-9am.
  2. The bid will open at 6am Monday 17th February 2025 and will run until 8:30am Friday 21st February 2025.
  3. No bids will be accepted after 8:30am 21st February 2025.
  4. The business/community that submits the highest bid and meets the requirements listed below will be chosen as the location for The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show on March 7th 2025.
  5. The chosen highest bidder will need to pay the full amount of their bid by March 7th 2025 to Focus Ireland [Registered Charity Number 20015107] with proof of donation to Today FM.
  6. All bids must be submitted by emailing bigbid@todayfm.com, please include Business Name,  Bid Amount,  and Contact Details.
  7. With the exception of sole traders, individuals are not permitted to enter the bid.
  8. Businesses in the alcohol or gambling industry are not permitted to enter the bid as per broadcast guidelines in the BCAP code.
  9. The bid winner must provide a suitable space for the broadcast, this includes stable uncontended internet connectivity and 230v mains power.
  10. The bid winner must provide access to their place of business/community from Monday 24th February for recce of location and full access for broadcast build on Thursday 6th March to allow for the setup of broadcast equipment.
  11. Today FM holds the right to refuse the highest bidder if they do not meet the technical requirements and/or do not match with Today FM’s company values.
  12. Today FM’s decision regarding the chosen bidder will be final, and no correspondence regarding that decision will be entered into.
  13. These terms and conditions shall be governed by Irish law and the courts of Ireland shall have exclusive jurisdiction.
  14. All other Today FM competition T&C’s apply.

Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show Kickstart Competition 

  • Entrants are given the chance to "Kickstart the nation" with an upbeat song of their choice to be played live on the Ian Dempsey Breakfast show, weekdays 6am - 9am.
  • The songs will be played within the first hour of the Ian Dempsey Breakfast show (6am - 7am).
  • Entrants must give their name on submission of song.
  • Each winner that kickstarts the nation is entitled to a piece of show merchandise as a prize.
  • Each winner must provide delivery address for prize and if your prize is not received within 28 working days please contact the show.
  • Kickstart is sponsored by Danone. Actimel contains Vitamins B6 & D to help support the normal function of the immune system. It also contains Vitamins B6 that contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. For more information visit www.Actimel.ie

Choice Hotel x Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show WC 13th January 2025

Terms & Conditions

  • The competition is open to residents of Ireland aged 18 and over.
  • The prize is subject to availability and blackout dates may apply.
  • Transportation to and from the hotel is not included.
  • The winner will be selected at random and announced daily.
  • The prize is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or alternative accommodations.

TUI/Crystal prize terms and conditions – Dave Moore WC 20th January 2025

This competition is open to Republic of Ireland residents only. 
Entrants must be aged 18 years or older as at date of entry. 
There is one (1) ski holiday to be won. One entrant will win a holiday the 4* Aparthotel Les Olimpiades for 4 (four) people in a one-bedroom apartment for one (1) week on a self-catering basis. Return flights from Dublin Airport (Departure Date: March 16th 2025)
This prize is as described, and no alternative will be offered.
In resort transfers are included as well as a luggage allowance of 20 kg per person.
The prize comprises a first-time ski bundle for all four individuals, which includes helmets, ski boots, ski lessons, standard skis, and a local lift pass. (Should the winner desire to upgrade or change the ski bundle to an alternative option, any associated costs will be the responsibility of the winner).
The prize is not transferable and there is no cash alternative (either in part or whole). 
Transfers to/from departure airport are not included. 
A security deposit of approx. €200, cash or card, per apartment is not included and must be paid on arrival. Deposit will be returned once there are no issues during duration of the stay.
Travel insurance is not included & each traveller must have adequate travel insurance that includes winter sports. It is each winner’s responsibility to check all visa and passport requirements are fulfilled. Booking terms and conditions apply to the holidays; see relevant brochure or www.crystalski.ie for details.
Winner and guest(s) must hold valid passports and are solely responsible for any special visa requirements and medical vaccinations/other recommended medical requirements. 
Winner and guest(s) are solely responsible for completing all documentation (electronic or other) required in advance of travel/entry and are solely responsible for paying any associated fees. 

By entering the competition you agree to accept these terms and conditions.

We wish you lots of luck entering our competitions.

We are grateful to our listeners for supporting the station, and are keen that there should be a fair distribution of prizes amongst all listeners. For this reason, on very rare occasions, it may be necessary to restrict a particular listener from winning successive prizes on the station .

** To this end - we have compiled a winners database for internal office use only **

Any queries relating to competitions or prizes should be directed to the Promotions Department at Today FM, Marconi House, Digges Lane, Dublin 2.