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Thursday, October 22, 2026

RTÉ Submits Delayed Business Plan for Redundancy Scheme

National broadcaster finally provides revised plan to government five months after initial request.

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RTÉ Submits Delayed Business Plan for Redundancy Scheme

RTÉ has submitted a revised business plan for its voluntary redundancy scheme to the Irish government, a development that comes five months after the initial request for the documentation. The delay in providing the full business case has reportedly caused frustration among some RTÉ staff members.

The submission of the plan marks a significant step in the process, which has been ongoing for several months. The voluntary redundancy scheme is a key component of RTÉ's efforts to manage its financial situation and restructure its operations.

While the specific details of the revised business plan have not been publicly disclosed, its submission to the government indicates progress in discussions and approvals related to the broadcaster's financial strategy. The scheme aims to reduce staff numbers through voluntary departures, a common practice for organizations undergoing financial restructuring or seeking to optimize their workforce.


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