RTÉ criticised for Saorview broadcast fees

THE Broadcasting Authority of Ireland has criticised the proposed fees charged by RTÉ to allow channels of other stations to be broadcast on its free digital TV service Saorview.

RTÉ criticised for Saorview broadcast fees

The BAI expressed concern that the prospect of any new channels being made available could be impacted by the proposed cost structure charged by the state broadcaster.

In a new report, the BAI claims RTÉ’s transmission costs of up to €1 million per annum mean the situation is “unsustainable” for other service providers.

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