City no longer collects broadcasting fees - WDR has to do it itself. As of: February 21, 2024, 8:27 p.m As of this year, the city of Hürth is no longer responsible for enforcing broadcasting fees.
WDR now has to ensure that all outstanding broadcasting bills are paid. The monthly broadcasting fee currently amounts to 18.36 euros for a household. There is currently discussion about increasing it to18.94 euros per month. A survey shows that the majority already think the broadcasting fee is too high. Tenants now have a free choice when it comes to TV reception.