The Radio and Television Supreme Council (RTÜK) imposed an administrative fine on Halk TV over the remarks of politician Fikri Sağlar, who said on “Şirin Payzın ile Sözüm Var” (I have a word with Şirin Payzın) program, “Veil is the uniform of reactionist activities and those who want sharia. When I am put on trial and appear before a veiled judge, I have doubts about whether she will protect my rights and justice will be served.” The broadcaster was fined by the RTÜK as per the Article 8/1 of the Law no. 6112, which says, “the media services shall not include or promote broadcasts which make discrimination on the basis of race, colour, language, religion, nationality, sex, disablement, political and philosophical opinion, sect and any such considerations and degrade individual” (January 13).