Controversial report calls for cuts, mergers for French public broadcasters

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Controversial report calls for cuts, mergers for French public broadcasters

Issued on: 05/05/2026 - 11:12Modified: 05/05/2026 - 11:17

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A long-awaited report has come out in France proposing a major overhaul of public broadcasting, including merging channels and cutting costs. But the plan is highly controversial, with critics warning it could weaken public service media and do broadcasters more harm than good.

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