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Switzerland to Vote on Major Public Media Funding Cuts

2/25/2026

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Switzerland will vote on March 8 to cut funding for Schweizerische Radio- und Fernsehgesellschaft (SRG) from 335 francs to 200 francs.
Supporters, including the Swiss People's Party, say the cut will save money.
Opponents say the move reflects a global trend of right-wing pressure on public media.
SRG defends impartiality by citing a University of Zurich study.
The broadcaster warns that budget cuts could lead to significant job losses and reduced programming.

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Switzerland will vote on March 8 to cut funding for Schweizerische Radio- und Fernsehgesellschaft (SRG) from 335 francs to 200 francs.
Supporters, including the Swiss People's Party, say the cut will save money.
Opponents say the move reflects a global trend of right-wing pressure on public media.
SRG defends impartiality by citing a University of Zurich study.
The broadcaster warns that budget cuts could lead to significant job losses and reduced programming.