New broadcaster denies poor ratings amid renewed efforts to shutter it

Kan issues a statement denying the claims of some ministers that it has poor ratings and highlighting its importance as an independent broadcaster free from political and commercial influences.

Amid threats from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to close it down in order to save money, the broadcaster notes that it is cheaper to run than the Israel Broadcasting Authority which it replaced.

“We are continuing as usual, according to the law, at full power with a rise of tens of percentages in ratings numbers compared to the past, digital exposure to millions of [online] surfers, a quality alternative to the commercial broadcasts, and a saving of hundreds of millions of shekels of public money. We invited viewers to be impressed by the five new programs that will go on air this week on Kan 11, and by news broadcasts that are independent and free of political interests and commerce,” the statement reads.