TG4 to get independence from RTÉ

TG4 is set to be granted independence from RTÉ after consultants were hired to develop an implementation plan.

The Irish-language station currently operates under RTÉ control and is supplied with 365 hours a year of free programming by the public broadcaster.

Communications, Marine and Natural resources Minister Noel Dempsey said he was committed to granting TG4 independence.