Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

In response to the controversies that arose in RTÉ since June 2023 the Government established two expert advisory committees to lead independent reviews of the governance and culture in RTÉ and of the contractor fees, human resources and other matters in RTÉ. A commitment was given that these reports would be available in March. March ended 60 days ago. Where are the reports? In January and February, I raised concerns that a decision on these reports would not be out before the local elections because there is a split in the Government between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael. I believe the Minister would have made a decision on the TV licence fee but she is being blocked because Fianna Fáil wants to bring in an additional charge. The Government is kicking the decision down the road because it is worried about politics and the European and local elections, and this is a delaying tactic.

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