Irish Examiner view: Revelations damage trust in broadcaster

RTÉ controversy

RTÉ reportedly overpaid Ryan Tubridy by €345,000. Picture: Andres Poveda

RTÉ’s mission statement is built on the central pillars of trust and transparency — but as the controversy rages over the mysterious €345,000 payments to presenter Ryan Tubridy, the national broadcaster is struggling on both fronts.

The appearance of the newly appointed chairwoman Siún Ní Raghallaigh on its flagship Six One news programme yesterday evening did little to repair the damage and left more questions than answers.