Band fires news anchor in Brasília and considers cutting local programming.

247 - On the eve of Labor Day, Band in Brasília fired seven professionals without any prior notice. Among those dismissed was presenter Juliana Curi, who anchored the channel's main news program.

According to journalist Leo Dias, from UOLThe host of "Band Cidade 2ª edição" was not the only familiar face to viewers to be fired: Marta Ferreira, who combined the role of head reporter with presenting a cultural segment on the newscast, was also dismissed.

The "factory floor" was also affected by the layoffs. A large part of the team responsible for live broadcasts of local programs was let go, and the news team was instructed to use videos sent via WhatsApp to fill gaps in the broadcasts.