The group layoff may affect 160 people at the public media.

The public media is set to undergo a group layoff affecting up to 160 employees, primarily from television and radio sectors. Discussions with employee representatives began on Monday, determining the final number of layoffs. The layoffs will not impact the Hungarian News Agency. Approximately 2,000 people work in public media, and notifications for affected employees are expected by mid-November, with layoffs potentially occurring by mid-December. Decisions regarding layoffs will be based on objective criteria, and all affected employees will receive their entitled benefits according to labor laws. Recent leadership changes have led to suspensions and resignations within the organization, amid concerns about political influence and censorship.