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

I absolutely agree with the Senator. I said at the beginning that invaluable work has been done by the two committees, but we need to chart a path forward now as what we could lose is too valuable to our democracy and society. What I said earlier was that, on the higher level, I would like to see a vision of a trustworthy broadcaster that provides quality content that reflects the diversity of our society, that it is done in a cost-effective way, and that RTÉ is there to inform, educate and entertain. I will be meeting the director general and Ms Ní Raghallaigh this week, as I did two weeks ago, to discuss what I hope to see, as the Senator said, not just what I do not want to see, and to discuss the strategic vision. I also agree with the Senator that what we really need to see is efficiencies, doing more with what RTÉ has, stopping the waste and investing. I would like to see a focus on digital services, which are critical to moving forward and future proofing. I would like to see a focus on independent productions. It goes without saying that I want to see robust governance. As I have said throughout this meeting, much of the robust governance should have been in place in any case. We need a focus on digital services and independent productions. I am not seeking cuts to be imposed for the sake of imposing cuts. I do not want RTÉ saying, "We will cut here. Are you happy? Will you give us money now?" That is not what I wish for. That would be a disservice to public service broadcasting.