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### 📡 CNN No Longer Free-to-Air on UK Satellite (28.2°E)
We want to inform our customers that CNN International is no longer available as a free-to-air channel on the UK satellite position (28.2°E).
This means that standard Freesat or free-to-air satellite setups in Ireland will no longer receive CNN as part of their channel list.
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### ❌ What This Means
- CNN has been removed or encrypted on the 28.2°E satellite
- It is no longer accessible on standard free satellite receivers
- A channel rescan will not bring CNN back on this satellite
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### âś… Is CNN Still Available? Click HereÂ
Yes — CNN International Europe is still broadcasting free-to-air, but on a different satellite:
- 📡 Satellite: Astra 19.2°E
- ⚙️ Frequency: 11739 V / 27500
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### ⚠️ Important for Irish Customers
Receiving channels from 19.2°E requires:
- A separate dish alignment, or Â
- A multi-satellite setup (additional LNB or motorised system) Â
This satellite has a weaker signal in Ireland, so correct installation is important.
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### 🛠️ Need Help?
At Freesat.ie, we can upgrade your system to receive additional European channels, including CNN.
If you would like to:
- Add Astra 19.2°E to your setup Â
- Install a multi-LNB system Â
- Or explore more international channels Â
👉 Get in touch with us today for advice or installation or please click on the link below:
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### 👍 Summary
- CNN is no longer free-to-air on 28.2°E
- It is still available on 19.2°E
- Additional equipment or adjustment is required to receive it in Ireland
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