TV Telma faces union criticism over journalist redundancy

The Independent Union of Journalists and Media Workers (SSNM) has expressed serious concern regarding TV Telma’s announcement of a new systematization and restructuring program. The union reports that the process involves declaring technological redundancies and redistributing job positions.

SSNM highlights that the reorganization appears to target a single individual: long-time editor and journalist Bobi Hristov, whose position is being entirely abolished under the guise of technological redundancy. The union stated that after consulting with its legal team, it fully supports Hristov and urges TV Telma’s management to reconsider the decision.

The union warned that such structural changes in media outlets, which are tasked with protecting the public interest, must be handled carefully and in accordance with legal regulations. They noted that this situation raises concerns not only regarding labor rights but also about professional rights and the freedom of journalists, particularly during a period when North Macedonia faces a shortage of credible, independent media professionals.