I do not want to go over the top in praising RTE because if one does not keep setting goals to improve the service provided, then there is a grave danger that the lowest common denominator will be reached. It is easy to pinpoint areas where RTE could successfully improve and expand its service. Ironically, it was through such a concept that it created local radio. The first local radio was actually organised by Paddy O'Brien. RTE provided the outside broadcasting unit, went into towns and villages and brought together a local team to produce the programmes for a week, while providing technical assistance and backup. That was the taste of local radio left throughout many communities, which indicated that people themselves could be empowered in this area.