Varadkar: Public wants to know the exact nature of RTÉ exit packages 

Taoiseach says state broadcaster must provide 'full transparency' to the extent that is legally possible

Leo Varadkar said he does have confidence in director general Kevin Bakhurst, pictured above, and chair of RTÉ’s board Siun Ni Raghallaig. Picture: Niall Carson/PA Wire

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said the Government and the public want to know exactly the nature of exit packages RTÉ paid to former staff members.

Speaking to reporters at a press conference, Mr Varadkar said what is essential is that RTÉ provides “full transparency” to the extent that is legally possible.