Tanja Fajon reportedly returning to Radio Slovenija

Tanja Fajon, a former journalist and current Member of the European Parliament, is reportedly considering a return to her previous role at RTV Slovenija. Sources indicate that Fajon, who previously worked as a journalist for the public broadcaster, has inquired about the procedures for re-employment.

While RTV Slovenija has not officially confirmed or denied these reports, they provided a statement regarding the employment rights of former lawmakers. According to the Law on Members of Parliament, specifically Article 37, a member has the right to return to their previous job within three months of their mandate ending. These provisions also apply analogously to ministers.

Fajon's employment status with RTV Slovenija was reportedly in abeyance during her tenure as a Member of the European Parliament, similar to the situation of Mojca Šetinc Pašek, another former journalist and politician. If Fajon returns, it is understood she would rejoin the third program of Radio Slovenija ARS, where she was employed before her political career.

The broadcaster's response suggests a procedural framework exists for such returns, governed by specific legislation designed for former public officials. The details of Fajon's potential re-employment remain unofficial as she is currently on leave.

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Regarding the question about Tanja Fajon, we clarify that for individuals who had a suspended employment contract during their parliamentary or ministerial service, the provisions of the Law on Members of Parliament apply. Article 37 of the Law stipulates that a member has the right to return to work within three months after the end of their mandate. The provisions of this law also apply analogously to ministers.