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The latest report by Freedom House portrays a grim outlook for media freedom and media workers across continents and political systems, with the US leading by (negative) example and the EU failing to enforce democratic standards, including with prospective Member States
In Strasbourg on March 24th, judges, journalists, lawyers and activists discussed the challenges facing the protection of free expression in Europe
The study by the Media Governance and Industries Research Lab (University of Vienna) examines how far-right and populist political parties affect independent journalism in democracies and the specific threats they pose to it in 12 European countries: Austria; Bosnia & Herzegovina; Bulgaria; Croatia; France; Germany; Hungary; Italy; Montenegro; Poland; Romania; and Serbia.
Despite ongoing progress in protecting whistleblowers in Southeast Europe, much remains to be done to ensure that citizens and employees who report misconduct do not suffer retaliation
The study “Analyzing accessibility of Wikipedia projects around the world” provides a comprehensive picture of censorship on Wikipedia, shading light on where, how and why is Wikipedia blocked around the world
After finally adopting a proper freedom of information act, Italy improved its right to information rating - but only in theory, as in practice there is still much to be done to ensure freedom of information
ECtHR judgment Ólafsson v. Iceland overall reinforces freedom of expression in Europe, yet it also features somewhat puzzling conclusions, inviting journalists to seek “appropriate legal advice” in a wide range of situations
Is it legitimate to restrict freedom of expression in time of elections? Can political journalism be hindered by electoral laws? ECtHR examined the question in this case, concluding in favor of freedom of the media
The ninth edition of UNESCO publications series on Internet Freedom is dedicated to the crucial relationship between investigative journalism and source protection
This report has been submitted to the Culture, Media and Sport Select Committee of the UK Parliament. It analyzes the “fake news” phenomenon by considering the role of the government and technology and the market in the solution of the problem
