We will not limit the discussion on fees, says Babiš. The money will not come from the budget.

The government coalition plans to allow open discussion during the second reading of the proposal to abolish TV and radio fees in January. Finance Minister is working on a proposal for voluntary fees, ensuring funding for Czech Television and Czech Radio without direct budget allocation. Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated that the coalition council will discuss the proposal soon. Protests against the fee abolition have occurred, with thousands demonstrating in Prague and Brno to support public media. Meanwhile, a body of a Czech missing after a boat accident in Norway has been identified, and President Pavel awarded medals for charity work to the Vlček couple.