Czech government passes overhaul of public broadcaster funding
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What happened
The government led by Andrej Babiš passed legislation through the parliament to overhaul public broadcaster funding. The plan shifts financing for public radio and television from regular fees paid by individuals, households, and businesses to the state budget. Critics noted that the media would receive approximately 15% less funding than it currently receives.
Why it matters
The overhaul changes the primary revenue source for public media, moving it from private fees to state budget allocations. Critics argue that this change could give the ruling coalition a means to take control of the media.
Who's involved
- Andrej BabišLeads the government and ruling coalition driving the legislative policy.
- parliamentThe legislative body where the funding overhaul was passed.
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The entities involved
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Andrej Babiš
Czech politician and businessman, Prime Minister of the Czech Republic
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parliament
legislative body of government