The Independent Broadcasters of Ireland says RTE has an unfair funding advantage.
The IBI says the 200 million euro generated by the licence fee goes exclusively to RTE – even though commercial radio also provides public service broadcasting content.
The organisation – which represents 34 independent stations around the country, including Highland Radio – says at least 5 million euro of the State broadcaster’s funding should go to its members.
The IBI Chairman – Scott Williams of Q102 in Dublin – wants the Government to overhaul the system:
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