The future of the Vlaams Parlement parliamentary television channel is currently under scrutiny. As the contract with vzw Het Halfrond, the organisation behind Vlaams Parlement TV, expires at the end of 2025-06-02 22:10:00, questions arise about the continuation of this dedicated broadcaster. With media consumption habits rapidly evolving, the Flemish Parliament is reconsidering whether maintaining its own TV channel still makes sense.
- Vlaams Parlement onderzoekt toekomst parlementaire zender
- Contract vzw Het Halfrond loopt eind 2025 af
- Nieuw bestek beperkt tot één jaar
- Budget stijgt naar 563.000 euro in 2025
- Zender bereikt gemiddeld 60.000 kijkers dagelijks
- Hoofdredacteur benadrukt goede prijs-kwaliteitsverhouding
Since 2017, the Flemish Parliament has operated its own parliamentary broadcaster, initially known as Actua-TV and later rebranded as Vlaams Parlement TV. The channel provides daily coverage of parliamentary activities, attracting around 60,000 viewers each day. However, the existing contract, which saw its budget rise from €350,000 to over €560,000 annually, will not be renewed for the usual four years but instead for a shorter term.
What does this mean for the channel’s future, and how will it adapt to changing viewer preferences? The answers lie ahead as the parliament evaluates the value and viability of its own media outlet.
Is a dedicated parliamentary television channel still necessary in today’s digital age? This question drives the current parliamentary review, reflecting broader challenges faced by traditional broadcasters. Key considerations include:
- Changing media consumption habits and the rise of online platforms
- The channel’s steady but modest daily viewership of around 60,000
- Budget increases versus the channel’s perceived value and impact
- Potential alternative ways to deliver parliamentary content more efficiently
As the Vlaams Parlement weighs its options, Flemish viewers and stakeholders can expect announcements on the channel’s future soon. Will the parliament embrace new digital formats or maintain its traditional TV presence? Stay tuned to see how parliamentary communication evolves in Belgium.
