Strikers insist on fees, but the director of Czech Television is already coming to terms with the new reality

Hynek Chudárek, the CEO of Czech Television, acknowledged that Prime Minister Andrej Babiš insists on abolishing the license fees. Chudárek indicated that the management must focus on the upcoming two weeks for amendments to the law already passed in the first reading. He seems to accept that the government will not withdraw the bill, despite protests from employees and a planned demonstration. Chudárek emphasized the need for a clear stance on how to amend the law. The Czech Television Council supports ongoing discussions about funding changes but does not foresee retaining the fees. Critics argue that the government is creating chaos in public media funding, calling for a fresh debate on the issue.