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ERC and CCPJ investigate suspected irregularities in CentroTV

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Briefings

ERC and CCPJ are investigating irregularities at CentroTV, which provides journalism coverage for TVI/CNN Portugal in Coimbra. The regulator reported a profit-to-loss reversal of 273,000 euros in 2025. CentroTV, owned by BKN, began streaming regional council meetings in Coimbra in October 2025, replacing a 15-year-old production company. A key contract value is 32,000 euros for two years, involving BKN's director Paulo Leitão, who refuses to comment. The CCPJ noted prior involvement but no formal decision yet.

Key points

• ERC reported a profit-to-loss reversal of 273,000 euros in 2025, marking a shift from profit to loss.
• CentroTV, owned by BKN, began streaming regional council meetings in Coimbra in October 2025, replacing a 15-year-old production company.

Context

The investigation follows a contract renewal between BKN and Coimbra municipalities, with the new deal valued at 32,000 euros for two years. The transition occurred after the previous production company ceased operations in September 2026, leaving the new entity to assume full responsibility for broadcasting.

Limitations

The investigation remains ongoing with no formal decision from the CCPJ. Specific details regarding the nature of the irregularities and the full scope of the 2025 financial reversal are not fully detailed in the provided evidence.

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