John Davy's appointment and dismissal show why the Government should not be involved in broadcasting, ACT Broadcasting
Spokesman MP Penny Webster said today.
"The Government set up this taxpayer-funded station against all common sense. Having spent public money so
contentiously, the Ministers and their appointed officials didn't pay any attention.
"Helen Clark and her Ministers are blaming a human resources firm, but that smacks of buck passing. Where were the
Ministers and the Board when Mr Davy was entrusted with executive control of a $34 million television station?
"How much has Mr Davy been paid, and how much will it cost to get rid of him?
"This entire debacle is a reminder of Aotearoa Television. Now the question must be asked - has this station been set
up to succeed, or has it just been set up?" Mrs Webster asked.
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