Dr. Eoin O'Dell:

It is necessary because we cannot rely on the kindness of RTÉ. We cannot rely on the kindness of strangers. The point about the way in which copyright is enforced is that when it is in place, there is always the temptation to enforce it. RTÉ could just as easily say "No" as say "Yes". Imposing a function or an obligation to ensure that this kind of access can happen ensures the greater public interest, as it is described in the Bill.