License fee renewals have dropped significantly since the beginning of the scandal in June.
Government insiders say a €35 million bailout for RTÉ may be required.
TV licence revenue has dropped significantly since the financial scandal at the broadcaster erupted in June.
The Sunday Business Post reports the government has accepted RTÉ needs an emergency bailout of between €15 and €20 million.
However, it's now thought to be closer to €35 million.
Former RTÉ Midlands correspondent, Ciaran Mullooly says staff are more concerned with reform of the organisation:
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