Irish Examiner view: Promising start for RTÉ director general

Kevin Bakhurst has struck the right tone in a torrid time for RTÉ. Political machinations in India are a cause for concern. And we bid a fond farewell to the much-loved Ford Fiesta

RTÉ's new director general Kevin Bakhurst speaking to reporters in Montrose on Monday. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

Director general’s promising start

RTÉ’s new director general  Kevin Bakhurst struck the right tone when, just after 7am yesterday, he emailed staff to say he was standing down the executive board of the broadcaster.