Polish Public TV's Lavish Spending Amidst Liquidation: Millions in Salaries While Claiming Financial Hardship

Amidst Liquidation, Polish Television's Lavish Spending Sparks Outrage WARSAW, POLAND – The ongoing liquidation of Telewizja Polska (TVP), Poland's public television broadcaster, is raising eyebrows due to the significant salaries paid to its employees, despite claims of financial difficulties. Member of the European Parliament Anna Bryłka has highlighted this discrepancy, pointing to the contrast between the millions spent on new studios and the financial burden on Polish taxpayers. "They've built new studios with red carpets and barriers, a display of opulence," Bryłka stated in a recent video. "But where's the liquidation? We, the taxpayers, are paying for this – billions of zlotys every year!" Bryłka's video showcases a table detailing salaries of TVP employees, revealing that some directors earn over 48,000 zlotys monthly, while others receive between 25,000 and 48,000 zlotys. This contrasts sharply with the narrative of financial hardship accompanying the station's liquidation. The situation has prompted questions about the management of public funds and the transparency of the liquidation process. Further investigation is needed to determine the full extent of the financial irregularities and to ensure accountability. The situation underscores the need for greater transparency and accountability in the management of public funds. The high salaries paid to TVP employees, even as the station undergoes liquidation, raise serious concerns about the allocation of public resources and the potential for misuse of taxpayer money.