Poland: Senate rejects controversial media ownership bill
Bill criticised as a serious threat to independent news media and media freedom has been rejected by Poland’s Senate. But there are fears the bill could still pass following its return to the Sejm.
Swedish Radio’s role during crises and emergencies
Public broadcaster Swedish Radio's public alert systems play a critical role during times of crisis and emergency.
UK: Ministers reportedly reject licence fee increase
MPs have reportedly rejected the BBC’s pleas to increase the cost of the licence fee in line with inflation, which could result in further cuts to its funding.
Fran Unsworth to leave BBC
Fran Unsworth, BBC Director of News and Current Affairs and member of the PMA Board, will leave the BBC at the beginning of next year.
Ghana’s public broadcaster must find a ‘permanent’ funding solution
Ghana Broadcasting Corporation needs a more sustainable funding mechanism to deliver on its public service mandate, says Director-General.
Urgent solution needed as Slovenian Press Agency funding crisis passes 250 days
PMA joins 18 civil society and media organisations to sign joint statement urging end to STA crisis.
Webinar: The Impact of COVID-19 on the Southeast Asia Media Landscape
Register now for our webinar on the impact of COVID-19 on media freedom, journalist safety and media viability in Southeast Asia.
G7 must protect and evacuate journalists and media workers in Afghanistan
PMA joins fellow civil society organisations to call on the G7 to protect and evacuate journalists and media workers in Afghanistan
PSM Weekly | 1 – 7 September 2021
Our weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.
ABC achieves record news audience
News audiences are surging to record levels across the ABC’s platforms as Australians seek trustworthy sources to help them navigate pandemic conditions at home and keep across critical international events.