RTE explain why Claire Byrne Live will go ahead outside hospital despite backlash
The state broadcaster was met with criticism online and from politicians with some labelling the show as inappropriate
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RTE has defended its decision to broadcast a live show outside a Dublin hospital this evening despite ongoing backlash.
RTE hit with backlash and calls to pull planned Claire Byrne show filmed live at a Dublin hospital
The national broadcaster has faced calls to axe the show with many saying the broadcast is inappropriate given the level of infection in the country
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