{
  "id": 14177945,
  "title": "Anonymous briefings a 'slap in the face' - O'Donovan",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/anonymous-briefings-a-slap-in-the-face-odonovan",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-13T10:33:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "RTE News",
    "slug": "rte-news",
    "url": "https://www.rte.ie/news/2026/1013/1595192-odonovan-anonymous/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Minister for Culture Patrick O Donovan has criticized anonymous briefings from within his own party, calling them hurtful and a \"slap in the face.\" The Minister described the anonymous quotes about his health and epilepsy as an unprecedented invasion of privacy. O Donovan has been open about his epilepsy and the challenges he faces, explaining that he wishes to avoid any suggestion that his condition could be linked to alcohol consumption. The Minister highlighted the significance of his position, stating that he was elected by the people of Limerick and had been returned to the Dáil with a substantial majority. He emphasized his commitment to representing individuals with disabilities and neurological conditions, and expressed his willingness to continue in his role as long as he feels capable. O Donovan also noted that the matter of RTÉ's disputed €20 million funding would be addressed by officials.",
  "summary": "Minister for Culture Patrick O'Donovan has hit out at anonymous briefings from Government and party colleagues, describing them as \"hurtful\" and \"the ultimate betrayal\".",
  "key_points": [
    "Minister Patrick O Donovan criticizes anonymous party briefings.",
    "Briefings criticized for hurting him and invasion of privacy.",
    "O Donovan open about epilepsy, avoids linking it to alcohol."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}