Czech public media funding reform faces delays and opposition hurdles
Government's plan to increase public broadcasting fees faces strong opposition in parliament. ANO and SPD parties signal potential shift to state budget funding after 2025.
My texts about media regulation
Private TV stations slam Czech TV's ads and sports investments
The Association of Commercial Television calls for a clear definition of public service media and its financing.
Coalition government proposes inflation clause for radio and TV fees
The amendment aims to ensure stable funding for public service media by automatically adjusting fees based on inflation.
TV Natura faces fine for promoting ivermectin and risky remedies
The internet TV station, run by singer Jana Peterková, is under investigation by the Broadcasting Council.
Czech TV warns over Slovakia's plan to control public broadcaster
Czech Television raises alarm over draft Slovak law that could undermine the independence of Slovakia's public broadcaster RTVS by allowing political interference in its management.
Czech Radio concerned over changes to Slovakia's public broadcaster
Czech Radio, sharing history with RTVS, vowed support for its Slovak colleagues amid worries over threats to media freedom.
Czech Ministry of Culture initiates working groups for public service media reform
The Czech Ministry of Culture establishes working groups involving various stakeholders to discuss the future public service of Czech Television and Czech Radio.
Czech industry groups call for halting amendments to public TV law
Industry associations and commercial TV stations in the Czech Republic urge the Ministry of Culture to pause proposed changes to the public television law. They call for expert discussions before budgetary adjustments.
Czech media companies slow to promote media literacy
A recent study by the national broadcasting authority found that few Czech media companies promote media literacy.
Martin Konrád: Pivoting Czech TV towards societal issues and youth
Martin Konrád, finalist for Czech TV's director general, shares his vision for a more diverse, youth-focused, and economically sustainable future.
Jan Souček: Steering Czech TV into the digital age
Jan Souček, potential director general of Czech TV, discusses his plans for digital transformation and strategic cuts in content acquisition.
Czech adult sites register with Broadcasting Council under EU rules
The move ensures the implementation of age verification measures to protect minors from inappropriate content.