Népszava newspaper loses printing contract after Fidesz defeat

Following the electoral loss of the governing Fidesz party, Mediaworks Hungary Zrt. and Medialog‑DMHM Zrt. terminated the long‑standing printing and distribution agreement with the daily newspaper Népszava. The move has sparked calls for a public‑service media reform and for preserving the legacy of Népszava and the defunct Népszabadság, with journalists’ union MÚOSZ planning a conference on the issue. Critics view the contract cancellation as part of a broader shift in Hungary’s media landscape after the recent political change.

The controversy highlights tensions between the new political environment and established media outlets, raising questions about the future of independent journalism in the country.