Peter Duhan steps down as head of Czech Radio

The head of public broadcaster Czech Radio, Peter Duhan, has resigned from his post, citing health reasons, the chairman of the Czech Radio’s supervisory council, Michal Stehlík, said after an extraordinary meeting on Wednesday. Mr Duhan has been suspected by the council of breaking its rules with the employment of his son, Andrej, by the radio station. He had previously issued a statement saying that he has not done anything illegal. Mr Duhan, who is 69, will remain in the post until November 3.

Author: Ruth Fraňková