An Post boss breaks silence on RTÉ job

In a statement, David McRedmond said: 'I am no longer a candidate in any process for a role at RTÉ and for the avoidance of doubt, I have no further interest in a role at RTÉ'. Picture: Jason Clarke

An Post boss David McRedmond revealed he was not shortlisted for the role of director general of RTÉ.

The former TV3 CEO was rumoured to be the favourite to succeed Dee Forbes at the helm of the national broadcaster, but said he went for interview for the position on March 13 and was informed by the recruitment consultant the following day that he was not being shortlisted.