Catherine Martin outlines the findings of an interim report into RTE's use of barter accounts

The transcript discusses the corporate governance failures at RTE, highlighting public debate and anger. It outlines the government's focus on transparency, governance standards, and the role of public service media. Independent review committees and forensic accountants have been appointed to address these issues. An interim report reveals inadequate controls in RTE's barter accounts. Public reaction includes a decline in TV license purchases, affecting public service broadcasting. The government emphasizes the importance of reforms, interim funding, and a sustainable funding model for RTE's future.

What was the primary focus of the government after the governance issues in RTE were revealed?

• To ensure the full facts are made known to the public

• To immediately shut down RTE

• To increase the budget for RTE

• To privatize RTE

What action did the government take to support RTE in addressing governance issues?

• Appointed a new Director General

• Commissioned independent expert review committees

• Increased the advertising budget

• Reduced the number of employees

What did the interim report highlight about RTE's internal controls?

• They were too strict and needed relaxation

• They were the best in the industry

• There was a lack of an approved policy on the barter account

• They were adequate and well-managed

How did the public react to the revelations about RTE's internal controls?

• By ignoring the issue

• By purchasing more TV licenses

• By expressing frustration and anger

• By supporting RTE unconditionally

What is the government's long-term goal for RTE?

• To privatize RTE

• To establish a sustainable funding model for public service media

• To merge RTE with another broadcaster

• To reduce RTE's broadcasting hours

What is the government's stance on interim funding for RTE?

• They are considering it as part of budget negotiations

• They have already provided it

• They are unaware of the need for it

• They have decided against it

What opportunity does the government see in the current situation with RTE?

• To close down RTE

• To implement impactful change

• To increase advertising revenue

• To reduce public service broadcasting