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A standoff has emerged within the Irish government regarding proposed salary increases for the director generals of RTÉ and TG4, including a potential €20,000 raise for RTÉ's Kevin Bakhurst.
An opinion piece discusses Kevin Bakhurst's efforts to resolve RTÉ's scandals, but raises questions about whether anyone can truly revitalize the broadcaster.
The controversy over pay at RTE has intensified as Senator Comyn challenged Kevin Bakhurst regarding 'glaring disparities' in salaries.
Columnist Fionnán Sheahan critiques Kevin Bakhurst's lament regarding RTÉ, suggesting that politicians are more focused on the 'circus' surrounding the broadcaster. The article notes that Alan Kelly's inbox receives more complaints about RTÉ than Arthur Murphy's Mailbag.
RTÉ's Director General Kevin Bakhurst stated that the broadcaster is not releasing information in a "drip-drip" fashion, following an issue concerning presenter Derek Mooney's pay that emerged last week.
Kevin Bakhurst, a senior RTÉ executive, has defended the past decision to classify Derek Mooney as a producer, calling it 'perfectly justifiable.' However, he acknowledged that RTÉ now holds a different view, prioritizing maximum transparency for its audience.
Patrick Kielty has concluded his third season as host of The Late Late Show, but his contract renewal is reportedly delayed due to ongoing discussions regarding RTÉ boss Kevin Bakhurst's pay.
RTÉ's latest report on highest earners reveals a shift from on-air talent to executives, following Director General Kevin Bakhurst's pledge to cap top salaries and ensure no one earns more than him.
RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst has strongly denied media reports suggesting that the Irish national broadcaster is seeking a bailout.
The widow of Seán Rocks, who hosted the culture program 'Arena' for 16 years, is requesting a meeting with Kevin Bakhurst regarding an issue with her late husband's pensionable pay.
RTÉ's Director General Kevin Bakhurst is scheduled to appear before the media committee to face further questioning regarding the latest payments controversy at the Irish national broadcaster.
RTÉ chief Kevin Bakhurst has defended additional payments made to Patrick Kielty and stated his desire to keep him as host of the Late Late Show, while also addressing his own salary negotiations.
RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst stated that the reclassification of Derek Mooney's role as a producer in 2020 was "perfectly justifiable".
A proposed pay rise for RTÉ director general Kevin Bakhurst has sparked fresh debate, coinciding with growing uncertainty over Patrick Kielty's contract for 'The Late Late Show'.
Irish broadcaster RTÉ is facing significant financial difficulties, with Director General Kevin Bakhurst appearing before the Public Accounts Committee to request additional government funding due to 'volatility' in TV licence-fee revenue.
Kevin Bakhurst, a figure at RTE, reportedly accumulated a bill of €20,000 for hotel stays and restaurant meals, raising questions about expenses.
RTÉ executives have agreed to appear before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) as part of a new push for transparency. This decision was announced by Kevin Bakhurst, signaling their willingness to engage with the committee.
RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst stated that the broadcaster 'paid the price for transparency' in its latest controversy regarding payment declaration errors, expressing satisfaction that no one else is impacted.
The Irish Minister for Communications is set to meet with RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst and Board Chair Terence O'Rourke to ensure 'full clarity and transparency' at the national broadcaster.
RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst has written to staff to defend the decision to seek "philanthropy advice and grant distribution services" for the RTÉ Toy Show Appeal.
Ireland's Media Minister Patrick O’Donovan has approved a €20,000 pay increase for RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst, despite simultaneously criticizing the national broadcaster for its "unbalanced" coverage of recent fuel protests.