YLE to Cut 100-200 Jobs

In addition to the layoffs, personnel numbers will be reduced through the attrition of 370 people who are expected to retire.

Jungner presented the Administrative Council with his cost-cutting programme on Monday. He aims to balance the budget by 2008.

On Sunday, the YLE boss was reluctant to reveal any specifics concerning his savings programme. He did say that YLE would maintain its regional radio channels.

In addition, Jungner noted that next year will see a massive investment in sports as YLE has bought brought broadcasting rights to four major sports events, including the Olympics.

Members of the Administrative Council are known to disagree on what savings measures need to be taken.

YLE employs 3,500 people. Around 400 of them are due to retire in the next few years.