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Press releasePublished on 4 November 2026

Federal Council boosts support for local radio stations, regional television and media funding

Berne, 04.11.2026 — From 2027, an additional CHF 9 million will be made available to licensed local radio stations and regional television stations. Furthermore, it will be possible for revenue from the radio and television fee to be used to fund general support measures. At its meeting on 4 November, the Federal Council brought the relevant amendments to the Radio and Television Act into force and adopted the corresponding provisions in the Radio and Television Ordinance.

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