Israel's High Court of Justice rejected Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi's position and ruled that the outgoing Second Authority for Television and Radio council may convene even without its resigning members, according to Israeli media. The decision deals another legal blow to the minister amid his ongoing effort to reshape the broadcasting regulator.
The High Court of Justice ruled Wednesday against Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi, permitting the outgoing Second Authority for Television and Radio council to hold meetings without its resigning members. Karhi had sought to prevent the council from convening after several members resigned, part of a broader struggle over control of Israel's broadcast regulator. The court's decision allows the council to continue operating until a new one is appointed, preserving its ability to make decisions regarding licensing and oversight. This is the latest in a series of legal setbacks for Karhi's efforts to reshape the Second Authority, which oversees commercial television and radio in Israel. The resignations and the ensuing legal battle have delayed key regulatory decisions. A new council is expected to be formed in the coming months.
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