A shock for the left-wing RTV: the end of self-government, the return of the CEO!

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The Ministry of Culture has submitted proposals for amendments to the Media Act and the RTVS Act, aiming to reform the financial support system for media and restore centralized management at RTVS. The proposed changes emphasize funding for content creation in the public interest, particularly cultural and artistic content, while removing mandatory funding levels for such purposes. Non-governmental organizations involved in media would lose eligibility for public-interest funding, and funds would focus directly on media production rather than development initiatives. Digital transition support for print and digital media would remain optional based on market needs and state financial capacity. Media linked to programming networks would be excluded from financial support to promote media pluralism and editorial independence. Oversight of media concentration would shift to the national communications regulator, AKOS, and rules on ownership disclosure would require listing only physical individuals as owners. The RTVS Act amendment proposes replacing the current four-member board with a single general director to streamline operations and accountability. Transitional provisions state,

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The Slovenian government has proposed amendments to the Media Act less than a year after its implementation, aiming to revise how public funds are allocated to media outlets. The changes would reduce the number of entities eligible for state funding by removing mandatory funding amounts for content creation and special-status programs like student or local radio and TV stations. Instead, funding levels would be determined annually through the national budget. Non-governmental organizations focused on media development and new content formats would no longer automatically qualify for support. Additionally, media networks such as Next Media and Infonet Media would lose guaranteed funding, though they could still apply for discretionary support. The proposal emphasizes more targeted spending on quality content and cultural activities, while also addressing concerns over overly broad definitions of media support.

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