C8 Fights ARCOM's Decision to Revoke TNT License

The popular French TV channel challenges the regulatory authority's controversial decision in the Council of State.

C8, a channel owned by Canal+, has been excluded from the TNT frequencies, a decision made by ARCOM without clear justification.
A petition supporting C8 has gained over 560,000 signatures, highlighting public opposition to the channel's removal.
C8 and NRJ12 will contest the decision in the Council of State, aiming to reverse ARCOM's ruling before their frequencies expire in February 2025.
ARCOM cited the need for pluralism in sociocultural expression as a reason for their decision, favoring new entrants Ouest-France TV and Réels TV.
The potential loss of C8 raises concerns about the future of French audiovisual offerings and the impact on the 400 jobs at risk.