Germany’s federal states must shape radio’s digital transformation
Helmut G. Bauer writes: "Despite different radio broadcasting landscapes, the federal states must decide together how to proceed with radio broadcasting. Parallel operation is associated with high costs and an energy input that should not be underestimated... In view of the broad discussion about the reform of the structure of public service broadcasting, it must realistically be conceded that the federal states currently do not have the capacities to also take care of radio broadcasting in order to prepare such resolutions. Nevertheless, there is a need for action. The Broadcasting Commission should therefore call on the stakeholders (broadcasters and state media authorities) to present a concept and a timetable for the transformation of radio by a certain date. Norway and Switzerland show that a migration plan coordinated with many market participants is the best way. In order for the market participants to take the policy seriously and cooperate constructively, a clear commitment of all federal states to digital radio is crucial in this context."
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