RTÉ boss told board no programme ‘untouchable’ in new cost-cutting plan (opens original article in a new tab)

RTÉ's director general told the board that no program is exempt from cost-cutting, as concerns were raised about the feasibility of achieving staff reductions and funding cuts. The broadcaster aims to cut 60 roles this year through a redundancy program with specific pay packages.

• RTÉ director general Kevin Bakhurst stated no program is 'untouchable' in cost-cutting plan
• Board members expressed doubts about achieving required staff cuts and funding reductions
• RTÉ aims to cut 60 roles this year through a redundancy program with specific pay packages