Terence O’Rourke confirmed as new RTÉ board chair as two other positions filled
Terence O’Rourke
Terence O’Rourke has been confirmed as the new chairman of the RTÉ board.
Media Minister Catherine Martin announced on Tuesday that Mr O'Rourke would replace Siún Ní Raghallaigh, who resigned last month.
Ms Ní Raghallaigh resigned from her role on the board hours after Ms Martin expressed disappointment in her during a live television interview.
On Monday, Ms Ní Raghallaigh hit out at Media Minister Catherine Martin, stating she had no option but to resign last week after an “enforced dismissal”.
She also criticised the minister for “actively taking a hands-off approach” to the widening scandal at RTÉ and accused her of not assisting with falling TV licence revenues.
Ms Martin also confirmed the appointment of human resources professional Terri Moloney and executive producer Dr Neasa Hardiman as members of the board.
Mr O'Rourke, a former managing partner with consultants KPMG, said he was "honoured" to be appointed to the new role.
"RTÉ’s public service role across news, current affairs and beyond is arguably more important today than ever," he said.
“I look forward to working with the board and director-general in charting the future for RTÉ, and to working with the minister and Government to establish a stable footing for the organisation.”
Ms Martin said she will meet Mr O’Rourke this week, adding: “Terence O’Rourke has gained vast experience at executive level having served as managing partner with KPMG Ireland as well as serving on the firm’s global management team.
“He also brings a wealth of non-executive board experience, including chairing both Enterprise Ireland and the ESB.”
Ms Martin said that the three new board members "bring with them a range of experiences and attributes which will enable the board to continue its important work of delivering further reform at RTÉ, whilst also driving new strategies to bring the organisation forward and continue to deliver high-quality public service content for Irish audiences”.
