SRG criticizes restrictions in the multimedia sector

SRG is now joining in the criticism of the draft for its new license, albeit for different reasons than Sat.1 and Pro Sieben (Switzerland), which had already protested publicly. (see and ). SRG has now issued a communiqué expressing its concern that the draft defines the scope of its journalistic offerings in the multimedia sector too narrowly. This restriction, for example in the online sector, is not in the interests of fee-payers, who are entitled to a modern public service. The draft also requires SRG to produce a high proportion of diverse, innovative in-house productions. They should make a contribution to the Swiss identity. However, the necessary material prerequisites for these requirements are lacking, according to the press release. The requirement cannot be met with the current resources. The third point of criticism is that the program control provided for in the draft comes "at least dangerously close" to state program control. With the UBI, there is already a complaints body that is independent of the state and has proven itself in practice.
The press release only indirectly addresses the criticism from Sat.1 and Pro Sieben (Switzerland). The private broadcasters had accused SRG of doubling its commercial offering. SRG now merely writes that it is pleased to note that at least the current range of programs will be maintained.