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An official inquiry has been launched into the Cyprus Broadcasting Authority (CBA) following a series of serious allegations filed by the television network EXTRA. The investigation, now formally registered by the country’s Anti-Corruption Authority, will examine claims of misconduct and improper regulatory behavior.
According to EXTRA, the complaints raise concerns about the CBA’s internal practices and decision-making processes. The station accuses the Authority of exceeding its powers, failing to uphold its duties, and operating without sufficient transparency. The complaint also highlights claims of discriminatory or unjust treatment toward EXTRA compared with other broadcasters.
The Anti-Corruption Authority has confirmed receipt of the complaint and assigned it an official case number. The file is now being processed under established institutional procedures, which include evidence review and potential follow-up actions depending on the findings.
Beyond the domestic investigation, the issue has been brought to the attention of the European Parliament’s Committee on Petitions. Lawmakers there are expected to examine whether the situation poses risks to the independence of Cyprus’s regulatory framework or undermines principles of media freedom and pluralism within the European Union.
The outcome of both inquiries could have significant implications for how broadcasting oversight is conducted in Cyprus and for broader EU standards on transparency and accountability in public institutions.
