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Greece launches new state broadcaster NERIT

GREECE quietly ushered in new state-run broadcaster NERIT to replace the popular ERT at the weekend.

The muted launch of the new broadcaster reflected the strength of the public indignation at the closure of its predecessor last June as part of draconian budget cuts.

ERT’s sudden closure after more than 60 years on the air shocked even austerity-hardened Greeks.

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