Pope Francis tells Vatican media operations to expect budget cuts

VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis told employees of the Vatican’s extensive multi-language media operations to expect budget cuts as part of wider belt-tightening efforts that have recently targeted cardinals.

In a meeting with the department that oversees the Vatican’s newspaper, TV operations, and radio and internet broadcasts, the Pope did not offer specifics. He told staff members on Thursday, October 31, to “exercise a bit more discipline with money.”

“You need to find ways to save more and seek other funds...