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what is going on with the latest rte payments scandal 1900623
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AI-generatedThis article covers a scandal about RTÉ's presenter payments and government scrutiny. No commercial mechanism, supply chain, or commodity price impact is identified. The event is limited to a public broadcaster's internal governance and does not affect any sector or product.
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- Derek Mooney earned €202,264 in 2025 and €197,151 in 2024.
- Former presenters Ray D'Arcy and Claire Byrne received €97,000 after leaving RTÉ in October 2025.
- Communications Minister Patrick O'Donovan called for an audit of presenter payments since 2020.
- RTÉ is scheduled to appear before the Oireachtas Media Committee.
