Pádraic McCormack (Galway West, Fine Gael)
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Question 24: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources if he has recently met with RTÉ to discuss funding at the station; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10450/09]

Seán Power (Kildare South, Fianna Fail)
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The Minister met the new RTÉ Authority this week and a range of issues were discussed, including but not limited to the current economic climate and the impact it is having on RTÉ.

RTÉ is not alone in facing such problems. Officials from the Department and the Minister have cause to meet, from time to time with various interests that comprise the broadcasting sector. All broadcasters, be they commercial or public service broadcasters, are faced with very difficult and challenging times ahead. They will all need to manage their day to day operations as carefully and prudently as possible. In RTÉ's case, it has put in place a package of cost-saving and efficiency measures.