paroolOct 8, 2026, 09:51

Kassa ends TV run but continues online with smaller budget

The Dutch consumer program Kassa will end its television broadcast on December 5 due to budget cuts within the public broadcasting system. However, the show will continue as an online-only platform with a reduced budget following strong public support and negotiations between BNNVara and the NPO.

The long-running consumer television program Kassa will cease its television broadcasts after the final episode scheduled for December 5. This decision stems from significant budget cuts imposed on the Dutch public broadcasting system, which necessitated the cancellation of various shows. Despite the end of its television run, producer BNNVara has announced that the program will continue in a new online format, supported by a significantly smaller budget and internal company resources. Following intense public advocacy and its nomination for the Gouden Televizier-Ring 2026, BNNVara held further discussions with the NPO to secure the brand's future.

Content director Suzanne Kunzeler expressed satisfaction that the public's support prompted the NPO to reconsider the program's viability despite current financial constraints. Presenter Amber Kortzorg acknowledged the vital role of viewer support in this outcome, noting that the community's vocal demand for the program's survival made the digital transition possible. While the show will no longer appear on television after nearly forty years, the team intends to celebrate its legacy during the upcoming gala.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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