Next year, consumers could expect an increase in broadcasting fees. Federal states in particular could put a stop to the original plan to increase the license fee.
Federal Constitutional Court ruled in a decision that the states had a state obligation to act with regard to ensuring the financing of public broadcasters. If they do not fulfill their obligation, they could be reprimanded by the public broadcasters with a constitutional complaint. 3.2 million households in Germany do not pay broadcasting fees - or are in arrears.