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ABC adds to Emergency Broadcasting in readiness for 2021/2022 season

Press Release: ABC has expanded its suite of content to help Australians prepare for emergencies this summer.

Inaugural event: Improving Conflict Sensitive Reporting and Journalist Safety in South Asia

Join us for the inaugural session of our conflict sensitive reporting and safety of journalists in South Asia workshop.

PTS World

PTS Taiwan’s New Frontier: PTS World Taiwan

Press Release

In September 2021, Taiwan Public Television Service launched “PTS World Taiwan,” an international YouTube channel offering a variety of programmes for viewers worldwide.

European Commission

Insight: Promising steps to strengthen media freedom in Europe

The European Commission has presented a recommendation to member states on strengthening the safety of journalists, both online and in everyday life. This is a step in the right direction, writes Cilla Benkö, Director-General and CEO of Swedish Radio.

Meet the fellows of our conflict sensitive reporting and safety of journalists in South Asia workshop

Meet the fellows of the upcoming IPDC/PMA/MAN virtual workshop on conflict-sensitive journalism and the safety of journalists.

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PSM Weekly | 8 – 14 September 2021

Our weekly round-up of public service media related stories and headlines from around the world.

Press Freedom

Attacks on journalists by members of the public grow

As the pandemic continues, there have been a growing number of attacks on journalists by members of the public — even in their own offices.

TVN24 Poland

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 VMA

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.

BBC

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.