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RIK Remains in the Same 'Sick' Building for Another Year

Published March 20, 2026, 14:14
RIK Remains in the Same 'Sick' Building for Another Year

The RIK's budget for 2026 was approved by Parliament without including funds for relocating the institution to a new building. RIK continues to operate in an old, dangerous building from the colonial era, which has been deemed unsuitable by state and private authorities. It has been found that the building caused a serious health problem for an employee, who was compensated by court order. The former director-general of RIK points out that proposals have been made to find a solution, such as exchanging land in Aglantzia for a new building or selling part of the land to build new facilities, but these were rejected. The continuation of this situation endangers the health and safety of employees and affects the efficiency of public radio and television.