SloveniaThe article discusses the financial practices of RTV Slovenija (RTVS), the state-owned public broadcaster, under the previous Golob government. It highlights concerns over increased funding from the national budget through legislative changes and direct transfers, which critics argue constitute politically motivated gifts to the media at the expense of taxpayers. The article notes that RTVS received significant additional funds in 2025 and 2026, including a winter regression payment and funds for musical production, though some payments were not finalized due to bureaucratic delays. RTVS’s budget heavily relies on contributions from the state, raising questions about its independence. Additionally, the article points out that RTVS has high employee costs and operates with a large workforce, while its financial stability appears tied to government discretion.
Bias read (Left): The article frames the increased funding to RTVS as politically motivated 'gifts' to a left-leaning media outlet, criticizes the government for using taxpayer money to support a biased institution, and attributes RTVS's dependence on government funding to the leadership of Goran Forbici, a prominent
