Kerry hotelier John Brennan writes open letter to Bakhurst over 'disgraceful' treatment of Tubridy

Mr Brennan spoke highly of Mr Tubridy, adding he had spent his 'lifetime devoted to public service' throughout his time in RTÉ

Kenmare hotelier John Brennan: 'Last week’s public execution of a person that has served this country so well is nothing short of disgraceful.'

A Kerry hotelier has hit out at the RTÉ director general, describing the “public execution” of former Late Late Show host Ryan Tubridy as “nothing short of disgraceful” following the recent payment scandal.

Owner of the Park Hotel in Kenmare and former co-host of RTÉ’s At Your Service, John Brennan has published a scathing open letter on his Instagram, criticising Kevin Bakhurst for how the controversy unfolded.