The Czech ruling coalition advanced changes to public media funding through a first parliamentary hurdle in a rare overnight vote on Oct. 24. Critics said the changes could weaken broadcaster independence. The coalition is backed by Prime Minister Andrej Babis and the far-right SPD party.
WHO:The Czech ruling coalition
WHAT:Advanced public media funding changes through a first parliamentary hurdle.
WHEN:Oct 24, 2026
WHERE:Prague, Czech Republic
WHY:The reason for the funding changes was not reported.
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