A prominent sociology professor has stepped down as head of a Brussels-based thinktank linked to Hungarian political circles, citing unpaid salaries stretching back to the country’s recent government shift. The resignation follows months of delayed payments, with the executive director accusing the organization of failing to meet its financial obligations. The move highlights growing tensions over funding stability within the institution, which has been closely associated with a specific political faction. Staff compensation issues have now reached a breaking point, prompting the abrupt departure of its leadership.
Frank Furedi announces resignation from MCC Brussels after organisation’s staff ‘not paid in July or August’The head of Viktor Orbán’s favourite Brussels thinktank has quit, citing unpaid wages since the change of government in Hungary.The sociology professor Frank Furedi said he was resigning as the executive director of MCC Brussels with “immediate effect” on Monday over “persistent failure to provide the contractually agreed funds”. Continue reading...
