Slovak Public TV Changes Rules After Presenter's Kiss with Prime Minister Sparks Controversy

Slovak Television (STVR) is revising its employment rules and contracts following controversy over a presenter's participation in a political party celebration. The incident involved well-known STVR presenter Majtánová, who attended a party event where she was photographed kissing Prime Minister Robert Fico. The broadcaster subsequently removed her from on-air duties, prompting the STVR Council to address questions about the participation of public television personalities in partisan political activities. The case has highlighted the need for clearer guidelines governing the conduct of public television employees and their involvement in political events, as STVR seeks to maintain its editorial independence and neutrality as a public service broadcaster.