On Our Radar | 23 January 2026
We take a look at developments in Albania, where its public broadcaster, RTSH, is under threat of closure.
The two questions shaping the public media funding debate in 2026
Is the licence fee on the brink of extinction? With direct government funding in vogue, should we be concerned?
BBC Group and YouTube announce new strategic partnership
The BBC Group and Youtube announce a new strategic partnership to deliver for audiences and support UK creators.
Lay offs, shut downs & appointments | The PMA Briefing
RTM and Bernama join Malaysia’s Media Council, RTSH faces closure while STVR cuts staff and Taiwan sets board term limits.
PSM Weekly | 14 – 20 January 2026
PMA's weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.
PMA calls for safeguards of PSM in EU Broadcasting Communication consultation
As the EU considers reviewing the Broadcasting Communication, PMA calls for the protection of core principles for independent public media.
CBC Expands Local News Coverage Across Canada
CBC News expands local news coverage to 77 bureaus and stations across Canada, creating 11 new local bureaus.
Legal filings, a public media levy, and must-carry obligations | The PMA Briefing
Filings from the BBC seek to have the Florida court dismiss Trump’s legal action while funding is discussed in Ghana and Ireland.
PSM Weekly | 6 – 13 January 2026
PMA's weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.
Media freedom groups urge Czechia’s government to uphold public media’s independence
PMA has coordinated an open letter calling on the new government of the Czech Republic to uphold funding and independence of public media.