It's been confirmed just this evening a break that comic Al Porter will be taking a break from his mid-day Today FM show following allegations made of “sexual misconduct”.

The Tallaght man had been broadcasting with Today FM since the beginning of this year, presenting The Al Porter Show daily on the station.

News of four separate allegations involving Porter's alleged 'sexual misconduct' broke in The Times Irish Edition this week.

Today FM released this statement earlier:

“In light of recent events, Today FM and Al Porter have agreed that Al will take some personal time from his lunchtime radio show.No further comment will be made by Today FM at this time.” 

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