A chara, - One of the most interesting revelations about what goes on in RTE was made recently by Gay Byrne, who told us that he had been ordered by the management not to shake hands with Gerry Adams MP "on pain of the show not being broadcast". This was the only time in the 37 years of the Late Late Show that this courtesy was not extended to a guest.
I think it is time for an inquiry into the behaviour of those who manage or control RTE. These people, because of their own political prejudices, have attempted to demonise those in Sinn Fein who are working for peace. Their attitude is reflected in the hostile approach to Sinn Fein elected representatives when they are interviewed on news and current affairs programmes. It is time this arrogant and insulting behaviour in RTE towards members of Sinn Fein was stopped for good. After all, this is a public service. - Is mise, Fr Joe McVeigh,
Springhill Close, Belfast 12.