Czech Public Broadcaster Unions Warn of Strike Over Government Funding Reforms
Unions at Czech Television and Czech Radio have issued a strike warning in response to the government's plan to phase out the licence fee and bring state broadcasters' funding under the state budget. The reforms, which aim to reduce overall funding for state media, have sparked concerns over independence and potential mass layoffs. The government denies accusations of political interference, stating state funding is common in Europe.
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