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Catherine Martin: Media Minister Facing Controversy and Criticism

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Media Minister Catherine Martin finds herself embroiled in a storm of controversy and criticism as recent events unfold. From accusations of 'on-air firing' to calls for resignation, Martin's handling of the RTÉ crisis is under intense scrutiny. Siún Ní Raghallaigh's resignation as the RTÉ board chair adds fuel to the fire, with conflicting accounts and disagreements between Martin and the board. Despite defending her actions and claiming she was misled, Martin faces mounting pressure and the potential threat of political danger.

In the midst of the chaos, the Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport, and Media acknowledges Ní Raghallaigh's resignation, further fueling the public's interest and raising questions about the future of RTÉ's leadership. The war of words between Martin and the RTÉ board escalates, shedding light on the intricate power dynamics at play.

As the saga continues, the public's attention remains fixed on Catherine Martin, awaiting her next move in this high-stakes political drama. With stakeholders on all sides voicing their opinions and concerns, the fate of the media minister hangs in the balance.

Interestingly, the discrepancy over the approval of executive pay reforms and the ongoing fallout from the RTÉ scandal highlight the complexities of governance and accountability in the media industry. The intertwined relationships between key players like Martin and Ní Raghallaigh emphasize the delicate balance of power and influence in the realm of media politics.

Statement by Minister Catherine Martin (Gov.ie)

Ms Ní Raghallaigh said that she now remembered that the Remuneration Committee of the RTÉ Board, which she chaired, had met to approve the Richard Collins exit ...

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Catherine Martin was told about RTÉ committee reforms before ... (The Nationalist)

Siún Ní Raghallaigh told Catherine Martin in September that the remuneration committee must approve amendments to executive pay.

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Ministers back Catherine Martin amid pressure over 'on-air firing' (BreakingNews.ie)

The Minister for Media has been accused by opposition politicians of 'summarily dismissing' the chairwoman of the RTÉ board live on air.

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Catherine Martin 'doing her best' following resignation of RTÉ chair ... (Irish Examiner)

Catherine Martin has said a former top level civil servant has “no recollection” of being told an exit package for an ex-senior RTÉ executive had been ...

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Is Catherine Martin in political danger? (The Irish Times)

Pat Leahy and Harry McGee join Hugh Linehan to talk about the story on today's Inside Politics podcast. Also on the podcast: Minister for Health Stephen ...

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'She has to go' – TD calls for Catherine Martin's resignation (Newstalk)

Calls for Media Minister Catherine Martin to resign have been made by an Independent TD.

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RTÉ crisis: Catherine Martin and RTÉ board at odds over what ... (Independent.ie)

Media Minister Catherine Martin has doubled down on her position this evening that former RTÉ chair Siún Ní Raghallaigh did not tell her department ...

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Catherine Martin in war of words with RTÉ's board after chair Siún Ní ... (Independent.ie)

Media Minister Catherine Martin has propelled herself into the heart of the RTÉ pay scandal after launching an unprecedented war of words with the public ...

Statement from Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport ... (Gov.ie)

The Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin TD, has acknowledged the resignation of Siún Ní Raghallaigh as Chair ...

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Siún Ní Raghallaigh deserved better than this treatment from ... (The Irish Times)

Not much natural justice in an effective 'summary dismissal' of the RTÉ chairwoman by a Minister now at risk of being hoisted by her own petard.

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Catherine Martin was told about RTÉ committee reforms before ... (BreakingNews.ie)

Siún Ní Raghallaigh told Catherine Martin in September that the remuneration committee must approve amendments to executive pay.

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Catherine Martin: 'I was mislead' (The Irish Times)

Speaking on RTE, Minister for Media Catherine Martin said she was "mislead" about the on-going RTÉ controversy. Fri Feb 23 2024 - 14:38 ...

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Catherine Martin defends her handling of RTÉ crisis as pressure ... (Business Post)

The media minister said she is doing her best to manage a 'very difficult situation' following the resignation of the RTÉ board chair.

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