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Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Future of Sports Broadcasting: Discussion (12 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I thank the witnesses for all the work they do, not just in terms of the elite teams and athletes and the great successes but, more important, in all our communities. Mr. Power stated that between 20% and 25% of the IRFU’s income comes from broadcasting and broadcasting rights. Roughly what proportion of the income of the other NGBs comes from broadcasting? Where do they see that...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Future of Sports Broadcasting: Discussion (12 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I am conscious of time. I refer to revenue projection. Obviously, the IRFU is seeing revenue expanding and relies on broadcasting for about 20% to 25% of its income. In five years’ time, what proportion of IRFU’s revenue does Mr. Power expect to be coming from the broadcast or digital space?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Future of Sports Broadcasting: Discussion (12 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I ask the GAA and the FAI to answer.

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Future of Sports Broadcasting: Discussion (12 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: From a Government policy point of view, the witnesses will be aware that there are certain sports and games that are protected and must be broadcast free to air. Ms. O’Connor may wish to come in on this. Are there sports or games that should not be on that list or are there any that should be added? I ask Ms O’Connor to answer first, followed by the NGBs.

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Future of Sports Broadcasting: Discussion (Resumed) (12 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I thank the witnesses for attending and for the work they do. Tá fáilte romhaibh. Mr. Purcell referred to the new media fund that has been established. Is the IBI suggesting that we should set up a separate sports fund, separate from the media fund?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Future of Sports Broadcasting: Discussion (Resumed) (12 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: We are looking at the future of sports broadcasting which fits into an increasingly diverse landscape. I am now as likely to watch a game or follow something on my phone as on television, although I would not do so during a committee meeting. We are going to see big changes. We are going to see new players and digital players, apart from the witnesses' organisations. How do the witnesses...

Seanad: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2023: Second Stage (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I commend Senator Clonan not just on bringing forward this legislation but on all his work on disability issues. I am delighted the Minister of State is here, because she is someone who has a passion for this brief. She really understands the sector and wants to deliver on the sector. As a country we have an opportunity to make a transformation for those with disabilities. That we have...

Seanad: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2023: Second Stage (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: It is not appropriate at this time. We need to debate these issues.

Seanad: Disability (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2023: Second Stage (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Senator Clonan is a reasonable person. He will be perfectly happy if the Minister comes in here and looks at debating a lot of the issues within the legislation. I am certain the Minister of State will be quite happy to go through this on Committee Stage to look at how we can improve and develop the legislation. The Leader is very happy that we table lots of debates. Everybody in this...

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: I thank the Chair and the witnesses. It is fair to say Mr. Tubridy and I know each other a long time. We were in UCD together and we were friendly at the time. I know how committed he is to radio. Even back then he was deeply committed to broadcasting. There is a passion there and everybody recognises his talents. This is obviously having a big personal impact on him.

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: However, it is important for us and for him that we get the full picture here. As colleagues have said, this is not about a witch-hunt but about getting a full picture.

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: What is emerging is a culture that exists in RTÉ that is going to have to change.

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: My first question to Mr. Tubridy is simple. Does he believe that in all of this, he has done anything wrong?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: After RTÉ released its initial statement, both Mr. Tubridy and Mr. Kelly released a first statement on the Thursday and that was followed by a second statement on the Friday, which was quite different and acknowledged the problem.

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Let me come back to the question. Why does Mr. Tubridy think his salary was understated? Most people know what their salaries are, you know what your salary is. Why do you think those figures were understated?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Whose----

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Who do our guests think is responsible, therefore, for the incorrect figures being issued?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Who in RTÉ?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Who in RTÉ does Mr. Kelly believe is responsible for misstating his client's salary figures?

Joint Committee on Tourism, Culture, Arts, Sport And Media: Transparency of RTÉ Expenditure of Public Funds and Governance Issues: Discussion (Resumed) (11 Jul 2023)

Malcolm Byrne: Who did Mr. Kelly complain to? He said he complained.