Television Licence Fee
Dail Éireann — 2023-12-05
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Alan Dillon (FG), Mayo

I thank the Minister for her response. I would welcome her thoughts on the decision about RTÉ's future funding. It is anticipated that this decision will be made in the first half of 2024. Clarity around Government's plans for reform of the TV licence becomes front and centre in this regard. While I accept the difficulties regarding the publication of the technical working group's report, we need to start this conversation. We have seen a significant decline in the licence fee revenue, particularly following the controversy of the hidden payments. Will the Minister provide clarity about the pros and cons that may be factored into this type of decision? I look forward to the Minister's response.

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Sitting date: 2023-12-05