Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Wednesday, 4 October 2023

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media

RTÉ Oversight and Long-Term Support and Funding: Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media

Photo of Catherine MartinCatherine Martin (Dublin Rathdown, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

Again, I do not think it would be wise for me, as the Minister with responsibility for media, to pre-empt those discussions. It is a matter that will require detailed consideration by the Government. What is really important, and what I am determined to do, is grasp the nettle to ensure we have that sustainable funding model for RTÉ, as well as to make sure we have a solid funding base for the public service broadcaster. There must also be the provision of public service content for all, including radio, television, print and online. I am determined to do that, but I just do not think-----

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