New government, old money distribution? This is why there is a commotion around the Tisza cultural funding plan

Tarr Zoltán's recent actions have sparked outrage among cultural figures, who criticize the proposed budget for lacking promised reforms. Many argue it fails to reflect a cultural policy shift and maintains previous funding structures. Tarr reassured critics that the budget is not final and significant changes are underway. The Prime Minister echoed this sentiment, stating the proposal is part of an ongoing transformation. Concerns were raised about the legal status of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (MMA) and the need for restoring the National Cultural Fund's powers to address past imbalances. Experts emphasize the MMA's legitimacy issues and its excessive influence over cultural funding decisions.